LOON
2011 Newcastle 180ft / 55m
12Guests
6Cabins
14Crew
From
$344,000/ weekLOON yacht charter
LOON currently registered in the Cayman Islands is actively available for charter in several cruising destinations.
The luxury motor yacht LOON, previously named SOVEREIGN, was built by Newcastle and delivered to her owner in 2011, she later underwent a refit in 2017.
The exterior of LOON is designed by Claudette Bonville Associates.
The 180ft / 55m LOON has been constructed with a steel hull and is powered by 2x Caterpillar 3512B 1410hp with a cruising speed of 12 knots and a top speed of 14 knots.
Charter guest accommodation
LOON has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 12 charter guests in 6 suites.
The guest cabins comprise a primary suite with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities located on the deck, a cabin with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, a cabin with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, a cabin with 2 single beds and en-suite bathroom facilities, a cabin with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and a cabin with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.
Your luxury charter crew
Your luxury charter on board motor yacht LOON will be managed by the crew of 14 including the captain.
The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.
The 14 crew have their own separate crew quarters located below forward allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.
Amenities & Entertainment
Amenities on board for the charter guests include Beach club, Elevator, Exercise equipment, Gym and Jacuzzi on deck.
An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.
Yacht charter destinations
LOON is Currently cruising in the Caribbean, the East Mediterranean and the West Mediterranean.
Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.
Locations
Features
- Beach club
- Elevator
- Exercise equipment
- Gym
- Jacuzzi on deck
Plan
Crew
Growing up in Australia and Bermuda Paul spent most of his youth on the water sailing competitively taking part in some of the biggest sailing regattas in the world.
In 2002 Paul joined the yachting industry as a Bosun on a 50m Perini Navi sailing yacht and decided yachting is where he wanted to be.
Working hard over the next few years Paul got his first captains position in 2007 and has been the captain on many different yachts from the 130’ Westport Redemption to the 155’ Perini Navi sailing yacht Helios.
When Paul isn’t at work he is still out on the water spearfis
Tyler Vorster
Bosun
Tyler is from a small beach town on the East coast… East coast of South Africa that is! Tyler grew up in East London, South Africa where he developed his love of the sea and all things encompassing. Tyler is a really keen body boarder who also loves to scuba dive, free dive, spear fish and anything that can take him on an adventure or lead to a good old story!
His greatest hobby is spear fishing and loves take guests to experience it with him.
Maxine Robert
Chief Stewardess
Originally hailing from Durban, Maxine joined the yachting industry in 2013 after completing her business and psychology degree at the university of Cape Town.
Max has been a chief stew for 6 years now, working on many well-known high-class charter yachts. She is a true water baby, she surfed professionally while in school, and is out kite surfing whenever the wind is pumping. She has also always had a love & passion for yoga, which led her to get her teacher training and is now a qualified yoga teacher.
With Max’s bubbly personality you are bound to have a wonderful time onboard M/Y Loon.
Phil Downing
Chef
Chef Phil began his career in Shropshire, England. At the age of 12, he worked as a part-time dishwasher after school. By the time he was 15, he was hired as a Sous Chef of a two Rosette restaurant.
After training in England, Phil became a citizen of the world to explore different cultures and broaden his culinary knowledge and skills. After finally settling in Copenhagen Denmark, he was retained at the famous Café Victor, where he cooked for Royalty and celebrities daily. For two years, he worked as the Head Chef of a renowned Danish restaurant.
Eventually, while working in Denmark, he discovered the world of yachting and was on his way to his first yacht in Malta. Yachting has taken him all over the world. He has an immense passion for baking and desserts. He thrives to make every dining experience one to remember.
Destinations
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests on board LOON?
LOON can accommodate 12 sleeping guests on board in 6 cabins, with the ability to cruise with up to 12 guests and entertain groups up to 12 guests while at anchor or moored at a marina.
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Specification
| Yacht name | LOON |
|---|---|
| Prior name | SOVEREIGN |
| Speed (cruising) | 22.2kph / 12kn |
| Speed (max) | 25.9kph / 14kn |
| Fuel consumption (max) | 238.5lph / 63gph |
| Range (max) | 10000.8km / 5400nm |
| Engine | 2x Caterpillar 3512B 1410hp |
| Hull | Monohull |
| Stabilizers | At anchor (0 speed) |
| Flag | Cayman Islands |
| Launched | 2011 |
| Refitted | 2017 |
| Builder | Newcastle |
| Designer | Claudette Bonville Associates |
