Namaste – Privilège Serie 740

Seven years of research, development, design and building work went into the creation of the unique Privilège Serie 740 Namaste. Measuring 78 feet from bow to stern, she represents the distillation of all Privilege’s know-how and philosophy into a single project. As the yard’s flagship model, she is the pinnacle of luxury and speed. An incomparable platform, then, for exclusive charter.

Rave reviews from contented guests run from delight at the “magic” of sailing to the joy of being part of the “Namaste family” for a few days. But the greatest praise is for the service on board. “Thank you for somehow anticipating every vacation wish what we had,” writes one US guest. “From Seabob adventures to snorkeling and seeing turtles, tender rides to see shipwrecks, kayaking, exploring, afternoon cocktails in the jacuzzi and even a movie right on the flybridge complete with popcorn!”

Thank you for somehow anticipating every vacation wish what we had

US GUEST

A feast for the senses

Dining is a big part of the Namaste experience. Chef Lola revels in her job, and aims to conjure up a four-course meal every day. Fresh local fish and seafood, top-quality meats and an array of delicate vegetable dishes are balanced with influences and flavours from around the world. “I especially enjoy incorporating fresh local ingredients into the dishes I create,” says Lola. “I began my career in fine restaurants and five-star luxury hotels in France and French Polynesia. I bring a sense of adventure and discovery to each guest’s culinary experience.”

The scale of Namaste allows her to offer extraordinary facilities inside and outside. A vast flybridge deck makes the perfect place to watch the waves glide by or enjoy a sundowner. Uniquely, there’s even a Jacuzzi up here. The trampolines between the hulls are quickly converted into a sublime forward lounge area, with comfy cushions and a bimini for shade. At anchor, the bathing platform aft becomes a natural extension of the cockpit for sunbathing and lounging.

A truly memorable interior

Namaste can accommodate a family of six or three couples across a luxurious master cabin and two VIPs. The master is a thing of beauty – one of the largest and brightest in any catamaran of any size. A king-size double bed offers extraordinary comfort in a cabin that is simply flooded with light. Naturally it has a large ensuite bathroom and a dressing area.

The two doubles aft are also ensuite, with island berths and lots of natural light. There’s also a peaceful office space in the starboard bow, allowing guests to attend to any urgent business without leaving the boat. Of course, there is a high-end internet connection that makes staying in touch or zoning out with a streaming movie easy.

Captain Willem has huge experience from years of running luxury yachts, and grew up sailing in Holland. His calm, easy-going style instantly makes guests feel at home, and he commands an encyclopaedic knowledge of boats. “I look forward to taking guests waterskiing and wakeboarding or exploring the treasures under the sea, as I am a certified PADI Dive Master,” he says. “I create specialised itineraries for each guest and make them feel at ease afloat as I safely steer to unique and exciting destinations on Namaste.”

I create specialised itineraries for each guest and make them feel at ease afloat as I safely steer to unique and exciting destinations on Namaste.

WILLEM
Captain of Namaste

Core itineraries rotate around the Windward and Leeward islands, running from Namaste’s base St Martin down to Grenada in the south. But guests can set their own cruising areas, with Bermuda and the US Virgin Islands among recent destinations.

Namaste will cruise at an easy 12 knots, and has been known to hit an exhilarating 20 knots of boat speed in the right conditions. And when she arrives in a new bay or anchorage, she can deploy an unrivalled collection of toys to keep the sports fanatics happy. A 90hp sports tender caters for wakeboarders and waterskiers. But there’s also scuba equipment, Seabobs, a foiling Fliteboard, electric bikes and paddleboards. Quieter activities include the boat’s Hammam, therapeutic massage, meditation on the bow and the famous tea bar.

Find out more about Namaste at: www.namasteyacht.com

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