Overview
YACHT INFORMATION:
Make the most of your day exploring Sydney Harbour while aboard Southwinds, a magnificent 61ft’ yacht constructed in 1950. Built with Huon Pine planks and spotted gum ribs, Southwinds holds a significant role in English design pedigree as well as Australia’s yachting history. A quintessentially Australian experience, admire the beauty of Sydney Harbour with a glass of champagne, family, friends and colleagues — all the while sailing amongst some of Australia’s most treasured and historic sights.
Southwinds was designed by Robert Clark the famous designer of Gypsy Moth IV, aboard which Sir Francis Chichester became the first man to complete a single handed circumnavigation of the globe.
Her original plans date back to 1948 and include pencils of her keel profile and cabins, inks of her lines, half breadth and ketch. Sail plans lie in London’s Greenwich Museum and her specifications are registered with Lloyds.
CHARTER INFORMATION:
Yacht Specifications:
- Length: 18.5m / 61ft
- Max Guests 22
- Overnight 8
- 3 Cabins (Master, 2 x Double)
- Built 1950, Sir Robert Clark Designed, Sydney Built
- Maximum Speed 10 knots
Yacht Highlights:
- Vintage yacht design with modern luxuries
- Inbuilt audio system
- Master Cabin
- Salon Day Bed
- Licensed Bar Onboard
- Open top deck with cushions throughout for lounging
Onboard Activities:
- Clearview Kayaks
- Stand Up Paddle Boards
- Snorkeling Equipment
- High Speed Brig Chase Boat
- Donuts
- Inflatable Pontoon
- Fishing Rods
Operational Areas:
- Sydney
- Pittwater
- Port Stephens
- Nelson Bay
- Whitsundays
- Gold Coast
- Jarvis Bay