“Spirit of the Cape” is the privately owned luxury yacht available for the exclusive use of Cape Grace guests. She is a 56ft Aicon fly-bridge luxury motor yacht berthed in the cosmopolitan yacht marina in front of the Bascule Whisky Wine & Cocktail Bar with private access for hotel guests.
Excursions on the yacht can include gourmet canapés or sumptious picnic meals prepared by Cape Grace’s team of chefs whilst anchored at the world famous Clifton or Camps Bay beaches, or sipping champagne and enjoying oysters on a sunset cruise down the Atlantic seaboard whilst comfortably accommodated on the teak covered deck.
 From chartering the yacht for a romantic get-away for two, to a sunset cruise for a party of ten, the five star vessel offers a genuine sense of exclusivity and the highest standards of hospitality.
The sleek interior is beautifully crafted by Sicilian designers creating a truly luxurious experience. The Aicon 56 is a motor yacht distinguished by its elegant silhouette and high performance hull, whose design earned international recognition right from the first launching.
Customise your experience with assistance from our Functions Department by contacting elana@capegrace.com or +27 21 410 7099.
Choose from a range of treatments and allow the mysteries of The Spa’s African healing techniques to do its work, while relaxing on the yacht deck.
Benefit by turning the experience into an educational, learning about the ancient and fascinating history of whisky and the art of distilling, maturing and blending with tastings conducted by Whisky Sommelier, Soma Dennis. Wine Tastings are also on offer with Sommelier Chris Weston and assistant, Angie Smook taking the lead.
Enjoy an authentic South African braai (b-b-q) atop the yacht deck and savour delicious fare from our seas.
For the adventurous, take the charter one step further and hire a jet ski to experience the freedom of the open water.
Whilst you are free to select your own route, we suggest some of Cape Town’s popular destinations along the coast of the Peninsula.
Depart the V&A Marina and travel 12 km to this famous island steeped in South African history: An island where many of our past leaders, including our first democratic President, Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for being an anti-apartheid activist.
Cruise to trendy Clifton or Camps Bay and enjoy champagne and oysters while looking out onto the glistening water and the beach’s white sands – perfect during Summer.
A cruise to this beautiful bay lets one take in the wonderful Cape Fur Seal colony at Seal Island and the flourishing seafood industry of one of the busiest harbours in the Cape.
Situated at Cape Point within the Table Mountain National Park recognised for its unique fauna and flora, this ‘Sea Safari’ takes you to the tip of the Cape Peninsula which marks the spot where the cold Atlantic Ocean on the West Coast and the warmer False Bay waters on the East coast merge.
Cruising to this historic naval base on the shores of False Bay is a must-see to view the Jackass penguin colony, which can be seen at Boulders Beach.
Journey to Langebaan, one of the oldest seaside towns on the West Coast and home to the biggest oyster shell deposits in the world – a town ideally situated on the edge of the Langebaan lagoon for those keen on water sports and fishing.
Make your booking at a fee of R5000 per hour with minimum charter duration of 2 hours.
Half day cruises last 4 hours with full day cruises 8 hours. Cruises are charged by the hour.
Whilst you are welcome to select your preferred date, confirmation is weather permitting and subject to availability.
Terms and Conditions
*The yacht holds a maximum of ten guests with two crew members.
*No children below the age of 5 can be accommodated due to safety concerns.
*Maximum charter time is 11 hours & overnight stays are not currently available.
*Operational Hours:
1October 2008 - 30 April 2009: 10am until 9pm during summer
1 May 2008- 30 September 2008: 10am until 6pm during winter
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