Akasha
76 ft Matrix Catamaran
Heralds A New Era In Luxury Sailing
Yacht Charter.
Akasha, meaning infinite space in the ancient language
of Sanskrit, is one of the most spacious luxury sailing yachts available
for charter in the Caribbean today Her magnificent fly-bridge design
creates an unusually large area for living, dining and relaxing.
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Akasha and her full-time crew of four will sail you around the beautiful
islands of the Caribbean, providing you with the holiday experience of
a lifetime, whatever your
The inside living area is furnished to a very high standard of luxury
incorporating comfortable leather sofas; 40" retractable satellite
LCD TV; state-of-the art BOSE WAVE entertainment system for DVD and CD's
along with a comprehensive library of films, music and games.
The fully equipped bar area, which also serves the cockpit and formal
dining area, allows guests to relax and enjoy fine food and wine in space
and comfort. Oil paintings and original signed lithographs by Nelson Mandela
adorn the walls and a magnificent bronze sculpture by Christopher Bladen
completes the atmosphere of comfort and luxury.
The navigation station is sure to be of interest to sailing enthusiasts
with it's color display of radar, chart plotting, and boat performance
information. Here too the satellite communication system will be found
as well as a computer for emails and internet access.
Akasha has been designed to meet the exacting
requirements of her owner in terms of space, luxury and style and no expense
has been spared in achieving these objectives.
Four double guest cabins, one of which easily converts to a twin, together
with a magnificent owner's stateroom, accommodate 10 guests in extreme
comfort.
All guest cabins have en suite bathrooms, separate shower and push button
toilets. All, too, have queen-size beds which, unusually, are at floor
level and can be easily accessed from either side.
Silk bed covers and cushions; thick-pile fitted carpets; leather and
fine wood veneers create a luxurious ambiance that is further enhanced
by finest quality monogrammed bath robes and towels. The amenities in
each guest cabin are those you would expect from five star accommodation
and include individually controlled air-conditioning; entertainment centre
with DVD, CD and Play Station II as well as LCD satellite TV; hair dryers
and dual-voltage power sockets (UK and US systems) for your personal electrical
items.
OWNERS STATEROOM
The magnificent owner's stateroom, has all the luxury and amenities of
the guest cabins but in addition enjoys a king-size bed; separate seating
area; large marble-clad bathroom complete with Jacuzzi spa bath and separate
shower; walk-in wardrobe for personal effects; BOSE entertainment system
and panoramic views from windows spanning the entire width of the yacht.
As the yacht is sailed entirely from the fly bridge the spacious cockpit
is exclusively reserved for the entertainment and comfort of guests. Its
facilities include an outdoor dining table comfortably seating 10; two
large sunbathing mattresses; large areas of cushioned seating and the
main bar which serves both the cockpit and the salon. Large and stable
steps lead to swimming platforms at the rear of each hull and between
the hulls, the dingy dock allows easy and safe access to Akasha's large
and comfortable tender.
Akasha's Summer Crew
Captain: James Micklem and Carlene
Williams plus 2 crew
James Micklem (30) is from Cornwall, England, and spent his childhood
helping on the family farm as well as sailing, competing on a triathlon
squad, and playing rugby and hockey. An avid sportsman, James is an accomplished
Tennis coach, skier & snowboarder, as well as windsurfer & dingy
sailor. After completing an Honors degree in Geography, James managed
an award winning bar & restaurant.
James completed his MCA/RYA Yacht Master based in the Solent, and has
spent the last 2 years gaining invaluable experience as Captain aboard
the highly acclaimed Whitbread 60 and Clipper 60 race yachts with great
success, he particularly excelled in teaching and entertaining corporate
clients.
Carlene Williams (27) also hails from England, and her natural creative
talents led her to achieving an Honors degree in Fine Art. Traveling South
America, Asia and New Zealand/Australia inspired Carly’s passion
for both photography and culinary crafts, which she honed with culinary
courses in Thailand and the UK.
Carly stepped into the yachting industry and landed on her feet working
as sous chef aboard a 150 ft motor yacht. During a two year circumnavigation,
Carly cooked for up to 14, and assisting the head chef in all areas of
galley duties as well as stepping in as head chef when required. A keen
scuba diver, she was able to dive with sharks in the Galapagos as well
as the beautiful pristine reefs of South Eastern Asia. Whilst in Thailand
she learnt the art of fruit carving.
Together James and Carly make an exceptional team, along with their yachting
experience, James’s calm and safety conscious nature complements
Carly’s creative talents & attention for detail, to make a balanced
and professional team.
Stewardess Kim and Mate CJ
Carl aka "CJ" Coetzee (25) started to follow his dreams when
he was only 16 as a freelance photographer for a local South African extreme
sports magazine.
Shortly after completing the Scuba Diving Open Water course his passion
for photography followed him into the water. After a year of diving in
the Cayman Islands every day he returned to South Africa to qualify as
a Master Scuba Trainer. CJ subsequently joined a team of under water filmmakers
in Mozambique, and was fortunate enough to spend 6 months working on an
educational documentary about over-fishing and the Shark Fin industry
in Mozambique waters.
After completing Coastal Skippers course in Cape Town he left the Africa
to work in the yachting industry in the Mediterranean, following which
he ran a diving center in the South Pacific.
CJ continues to travel the world whist following his passion, his work
now published in African Geographic, BBC, Scientific journals, multiple
diving books and magazines.
Kim van Eyk (23) from sunny South Africa spent her early days next to
a motocross track and as soon as she could walk was on a quad competing.
Fuelled by adrenalin sports, Kim enjoys sailing, scuba diving and sky
diving. She started working in the corporate hospitality industry at a
young age which inspired her to complete a degree in BCOM Marketing Management.
After graduating Kim decided to travel, working as a Dive Instructor
in Mozambique, and later in the beautiful Pacific Islands where she lived
in and amongst rainforest, volcanoes and waterfalls. Before jet setting
she completed her RYA Coastal Skippers from Cape Town, which started her
carrer in the yachting industry. In the past year she has gained valuable
experience working as stewardess on high-end luxury motor yachts. A trained
massage therapist, Kim can relax and ease all your tensions with a Swedish
massage.
CJ’s passion for diving and water-sports combined with Kim’s
attentive nature and attention to detail will ensure your days aboard
exceed all expectations. Cj and Kim look forward to welcoming you aboard
Akasha
We look forward to welcoming you on Akasha.
FOOD
As with any luxury holiday we understand the importance of good food and
an enjoyable dining experience. Our on-board chef can accommodate special
dietary requirements and is guaranteed to continually delight guests with
the exceptional quality of her cuisine. The galley is fully equipped with
the most modern appliances and utensils including a bread-making machine
and an espresso coffee-maker. To maintain the wines in peak condition
an electronically controlled wine cellar has been installed.
Equipment & Toys
17' Tender W/ 90Hp 4 Stroke
hf Radio, Fish Finder & Stereo CD/Radio On Tender
Guest tender
Water Skiing - Wake Boarding
Knee Board - Tube
2 Double Kayaks
2Sunfish Sailing Dinghies
Floating Mats & Toys
Snorkeling equipment
Fishing Rods, Reels And Tackle;
Standup Paddle Board
Playstation 2 in all cabins
Ninetendo Wii + 40 games
Bose Wave sound system
Flat Panel TV/DVD in all cabins
40" Plaxma TV in Salon
Onboard WIFI
Sat. TV -extensive sound-video Library
Chartplotter - Radar
Watermaker - Icemaker
Fully Air Conditioned
TRAMPOLINES
Akasha's size means that the trampolines are truly vast... Great for laying
out and sunbathing in the Caribbean heat. The breeze passes through the
net and cools you, even on the hottest of days.
 Dive
Instructor, 12 sets of gear, compressor onboard
Certified Dives -5 dives included then $40pp/d
Resort Course $180pp.
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Eco
Initiative - Akasha provides qualityChilled
drinking water made on board & tested for purity. . Akasha provide re-usable
water bottles - "sport bottles", not disposable 
Summer Special