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BELLE Launched in 2016, boasts impressive features, making it a luxurious vessel. With a length of 30m, this yacht provides ample space and comfort for its guests. Notably, it can accommodate up to 10 guests overnight, making it an ideal choice for group getaways or family vacations.

As you cruise Sydney Harbour aboard Belle, you’ll not only revel in it’s opulence but also be treated to breathtaking views of the iconic landmarks of the harbor.

Another remarkable feature of Belle is it’s capacity to host special events and celebrations for up to 36 guests. Whether it’s a corporate event, wedding, or birthday party, this yacht ensures a luxurious and unforgettable experience for all attendees.

As a European luxury yacht, Belle has been meticulously designed with modern and elegant touches that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Every detail, from the luxurious cabins to the spacious deck areas, has been carefully considered to offer guests maximum comfort and style.

In summary, Belle stands as a stunning vessel, perfect for those seeking the ultimate luxury yacht charter experience.

Please note: All rates may be subject to change depending on seasons, public holiday or special events levy. Enquire with Chapman Yachting today to confirm rates and options.

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Indulge in Unmatched Luxury Boat Charters

Unforgettable luxury boat charters experience, central coast - sydney/ pittwater - whitsundays.

Dive into unforgettable day charters. Explore hidden coves, vibrant waters, or relax onboard Bella Lacqua - your adventure awaits.

Immerse in the allure of our overnight charters. Bella Lacqua's meticulously designed layout provides an enchanting retreat for up to 6 guests.

Relish the pinnacle of elegance with luxury transfers onboard Bella Lacqua. Travel in style, enjoying unparalleled sophistication and grace.

DAY CHARTERS

Set sail on a luxurious and adventurous journey for the day with Bella Lacqua’s luxury boat charters , offering tailor-made experiences. Enjoy exploring picturesque waters dotted with secluded coves and vibrant snorkelling spots. Onboard, experience the pinnacle of luxury: an upper deck with an electronically controlled sunroof for socialising, a fully stocked bar, and music in every space. The Warren 77 features expansive windows for stunning ocean views, leading to a polished main deck and a large sundeck, ideal for relaxation and cocktails. Designed with sophistication, Bella Lacqua offers comfort and elegance, promising an extraordinary and memorable day on our stunning yacht.

Join us for an unforgettable day on Bella Lacqua, the yacht where memories are made.

OVERNIGHT CHARTERS

Step into a world of unparalleled luxury with an overnight boat charter on Bella Lacqua, our magnificent 77 Warren yacht. More than a mere journey, it’s an extraordinary escape from the ordinary. Bella Lacqua’s elegantly designed interior houses three ensuite cabins, creating a serene sanctuary for up to six guests.

Experience the pinnacle of comfort in the master cabin, adorned with a plush queen-size bed and a private ensuite that perfectly blends luxury with comfort. The twin room, with its cosy bunk-style beds and ensuite, offers a snug retreat. For the ultimate in luxury, our VIP suite is a haven of opulence, featuring a spacious layout with a king-size bed and private ensuite, ensuring an unmatched level of comfort and privacy.

Immerse yourself in the elegance and tranquillity of an overnight stay on Bella Lacqua, where every detail is crafted for your utmost comfort and enjoyment.

Book your dream yacht charter now and experience the ultimate luxury getaway.

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Set sail ON THE ULTIMATE LUXURY Yacht CHARTER EXPERIENCE

Experience the Pinnacle of Elegance and Adventure aboard our 77 ft Warren Yacht.

Step aboard Bella Lacqua and set off on an extraordinary journey through the stunning waters of the Central Coast, Sydney or The Whitsundays. Our opulent 77 ft Warren yacht, designed for the epitome of luxury, accommodates up to 36 guests for day charters, offering lavish space and elegance. For those seeking an intimate experience, immerse yourself in the tranquil waterways with an overnight stay for 6 guests, nestled in our three beautifully appointed ensuite cabins.

Our crew is committed to excellence, providing bespoke service and crafting a charter experience that is nothing short of unforgettable. Sail with Bella Lacqua, Sydney’s premier charter vessel, and explore the region’s awe-inspiring landscapes in a setting of unparalleled luxury and comfort.

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Overnight Charter

We offer a great range of fishing charter , whale watching charter and overnight charter . Our professional & friendly team will assist you to customise boat charter events.  Contact us  to book your next cruise. Any questions, please visit FAQ page .

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Explore Sydney From Your Own Private Superyacht

YACHT HIRE IN SYDNEY

A SYDNEY SUPERYACHT ESCAPE

Explore the extraordinary sights of Sydney on board your very own private superyacht. A place of pure relaxation, comfort and indulgence. With world class views of the finest foreshores, breathtaking sundecks and decadent 5 star interiors, your experience will be nothing short of amazing.

We have Sydney superyachts offering day charters, as well as overnight charters sleeping up to 12 guests. Private and exclusive, our luxury charters offer all-inclusive rates, with your own captain, crew and dedicated chef who will take you on a world class culinary experience.

Each vessel features pristine, modern cabins, luxurious amenities, comfortable outdoor areas and magnificent designs. Everything you could ever want for yachting in Sydney.

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Start planning your sail today by enquiring with our friendly team about Sydney yacht hire. The beautiful waterways of Sydney are ready to welcome you.

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AURORA is a classic Dutch built Moonen and refited in 2021. Accommodating up to 8 guests overnight in 4 spacious cabins, and up to 33 for day charters on Sydney Harbour and events. With a steel hull construction from one of Northern Europe’s pedigree shipyards, AURORA is an extremely safe & stable yacht.

In addition to events, AURORA offers a fantastic platform for live aboard charters with an array of water sports equipment accompanies by 4 full-time crew.

Interior and exterior designed by Rene van der Velden Yacht.

Special Features 

• Perfect entertainment deck areas, large sundeck, aft deck, and bow
• Spacious interior dining for 8 guests, with al fresco dining options on the aft and sundeck
• Fully equipped Galley with large windows to enjoy the view
• Generous sunbeds with the perfect vantage point on the bow
• 4 Staterooms accommodating up to 8 guests overnight
• Sleeps 5 crew members for the ultimate service on board throughout your experience
• iPod connectivity, Flat-screen TVs throughout, Apple TV, and Netflix access. Wifi.
• Tender: Novurania 430 DL
• Toys: Donut, Wakeboard, waterskis, Various snorkel equipment, wetsuits)
• Gym equipment: Dumbbells, 2x Yoga Mats

For further details abo ut AURORA, please contact the team at Sydney Harbour Exclusive today!

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CHAOS is a beautiful 98ft superyacht available for day charters and overnight charters on Sydney Harbour.

from $3,250 /hr*. $18,000 (24hr)*

36 cruising. 8 overnight

BUILDER / LENGTH

Sunseeker / 98′

Welcome aboard CHAOS

With modern interiors and a spacious sundeck, CHAOS caters for all types of events from corporate entertaining to team-building, the options are endless.

With warm, soft tones throughout her interiors accompanied by entertainment screens, multiple dining spaces and a swimming platform for easy access to the ocean, CHAOS is the ultimate day charter yacht that offers a seamless experience with luxury style on the water.

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A first-class experience

CHAOS is a Sunseeker yacht with a refit in 2020. She ensures a first-class charter experience for up to eight guests for an overnight charter in four spacious cabins all with ensuites, air-conditioning and TV screens. The Master cabin is a full-beam master flooded with natural light, a walk-in wardrobe and a wide-screen TV. Enjoy your own personal chef and dedicated crew to attend to your every need during your charter.

Overnight charters

Wake up to breakfast on the aft-deck with the ocean as your backdrop, hop in and out of the warm, clear waters easily with the swimming platform or relax with a sundowner at the bar on the sundeck – the choices are endless. CHAOS is available to charter in the Whitsundays during the winter month of the Southern Hemisphere or around Sydney Harbour/Pittwater during the summer months.

CHAOS Key Features

Full open plan main saloon

Spacious aft deck featuring and a large sunbed

Flybridge lounge area with generous seating

Four luxurious staterooms with ensuites for overnight stays

Cocktail cruising – 36

Overnight – 8

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PRICE: from $750 /hr* GUESTS: 199 cruising

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* pricing excludes: catering, beverage, waitstaff, wharf fees, public holiday surcharges. Pricing is subject to change at any time. Advanced Provisional Allowance (APA) may apply.

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The Luxury Yacht event experts

Experience the best of sydney harbour aboard an mv luxury yacht.

MV Luxury Yachts is a leading yacht charter agency, specialising in bespoke private yacht charters to accommodate your luxury corporate events, private boat hire and weddings on Sydney Harbour.

THE YACHT EVENT EXPERTS

Experience the best of sydney harbour with mv luxury yachts ​.

MV Luxury Yachts is Australia’s best new yacht charter agency for all your luxury corporate, private and wedding events on Sydney Harbour.

Perfect for every occasion

Book your next event with mv luxury yachts for an unforgettable experience on sydney harbour, we have handpicked the most luxurious yachts and offer a wealth of experience, first class customer service and attention to detail to find the perfect boat hire for your special event, luxury boat hire, luxury yacht charters for any size to suit all occasions.

We have handpicked our fleet of luxury yachts to make sure you have the best selection to choose from. We organise bespoke events on luxury yachts to suit your needs all from Sydney Harbour.

Corporate events

Book your next corporate event on an mv luxury yacht.

There is no better way to celebrate with your colleagues than on Sydney Harbour. We have a range of boats to hire to accommodate sizes 4 to 800 guests. 

Make your wedding one to remember with unforgettable views of Sydney

We will work with you to create the most memorable experience for your special day. Enjoy your wedding on an MV Luxury Yacht with 360 degrees views of Sydney Harbour.

New Year's Eve and Special Events

Don't miss sydney’s firework display this new year’s eve from a boat.

Ring in the New Year with the Sydney Harbour Fireworks aboard a private yacht or ticketed NYE event. 

Every special event including New Year’s Day, Boxing Day and Australia Day should be spent on Sydney Harbour. 

Our Services and Expertise

Experience the best of sydney harbour with mv luxury yacht charters.

Enjoy a VIP experience from the beginning right through to the end with MV Luxury Yacht Charters. We specialise in getting to know our clients, understanding your needs and selecting the best luxury yacht for your event.

Let us help you find the perfect boat to host your guests, whether it be a birthday party, engagement celebration, your wedding or a corporate event – we have what you’re looking for. 

We offer a range of services to help make your next event your best one yet.

• Luxury Super Yacht Hire
• Exceptional Customer Service
• Bespoke Bookings
• Luxury Event Management
• Exclusive Boat Hire
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• Special Events
• Overnight Boat Stays
• Engagement Parties
• Christmas Parties
• Corporate Events
• Conferences
• VIP Client Entertaining
• Networking Events
• New Year’s Eve Private Yacht Hire
• NYE Boat Tickets
• Boxing Day Charter
• Birthday Parties

Our Boat Fleet

Let us help you find the perfect boat for your celebration, our boats are all handpicked to offer only the best for our clients. visit our fleet of luxury yachts to start your journey today.

Max Capacity: 110 Guests

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Max Capacity: 80 Guests

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Max Capacity: 36 Guests

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Max Capacity: 50 Guests

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101′ Nomad Super Yacht

Experience the best of Sydney Harbour with MV Luxury Yacht Charters.  We promise to deliver a memorable VIP experience for your next special event.

We offer a range of services to help make sure your charter sails off smoothly. If you have any questions or would like to book one of our yachts, we look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Specifications

• 120 foot Oceanfast Super Yacht
• Accommodates up to 8 passengers
• Rear deck with outdoor dining table for 10 guests
• Upper deck with 5 seater sun lounges
• Upper deck bar area with U-shaped lounge seating
• Front deck lounge seating with table and sun lounges
• Main saloon – round marble dining table with Minotti Italian dining chairs
• Main saloon – Minotti sofa and coffee table
• Imported platinum carpet from Norway, laid on soundproof underlay
• Master Cabin: King bed, en-suite bathroom, walk-through wardrobe, Samsung 55″ curved TV, DVD/CD player, safe
• 2 x VIP Cabins: Queen Bed, en-suite, Samsung 48″ HD TV, DVD/CD player
• Guest Cabin: Queen bed, ensuite,  Samsung 40″ HD TV, DVD/CD player
• Liveaboard charters available for up to 8 guests
• 78″ curved Samsung HD TV
• State of the art sound system
• Hard drive with 1000 movies, apple TV and Airplay
• Fully equipped commercial grade galley
• 6.5 meter Brig Eagle 650 tender
• Inflatable swimming pool
• 2 x stand up paddle boards
• Dive compressor
• 6 x full set dive gear including underwater SCUBA communication
• Snorkelling equipment

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Overnight Boat Hire Pittwater

Arrange an exciting star filled night in a tranquil bay, through overnight boat hire Pittwater.  Enjoy a romantic evening with a loved one, a family adventure, or a special night with friends, with an overnight boat stay.

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With well equipped vessels you can escape the stress of the city and reconnect to nature, whilst not forgoing the comforts. The rear deck and saloon area is open-plan style and wonderful for outdoor entertaining and also provides plenty of seating with shelter from the sun, wind, rain and cooler evenings. On the front deck, the trampolines are perfect for laying back and soaking up the sun’s rays. The vessel features exceptional cabin space with 2 double cabins, 2 singles berths, convertible saloon table and a full-size bathroom. The very functional galley is loaded with a large fridge and freezer, a small oven and gas stove making meal preparation hassle free.

For an overnight boat hire Pittwater sail and stay charter, the vessel will pick you from Church Point wharf (other locations are available), then take your guests on 2 hour skippered twilight cruise. Afterward, the skipper will then securely moor the boat at a nice bay for you to enjoy the evening in privacy.

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Seawind 1260 – Sail and Stay

• $1250 per night
• Min 5 nights
• Max 6 people
• Linen and towels are provided
• BYO pillows
• Boat available from Royal Motor yacht Club, Newport or travel with skipper from Sydney

Tashtego - classic timber yacht

• 2 guests from $550
• Check in 3-4 pm. Check out 930am
• Yacht located near Palm Beach ferry wharf

Seawind 1000 – Sail and Stay

• 2 guests from $1,000
• 4 guests from $1,100
• Check in 5 pm. Check out 9am
• 2 hour skippered twilight cruise
• Linen and towels
• Basic Consumables

Pittwater offers a huge array of beach choices for mooring your overnight boat. Waking up in the morning to stunning national park scenery. There is nothing better than a swim off the boat into a sandy Pittwater beach. After breakfast, the skipper will then take you back to the wharf.

Or for something a little different check out our Back to Nature Eco Cruise .

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PROMETHEUS Boat Sydney

Ultra-modern yachting for every type of event​.

PROMETHEUS The Yacht is one of Sydney Harbour’s most recognised charter boats. That is even more true following extensive refurbishments during winter 2022. That refurbishment has resulted in a completely new interior layout, furnishings, trims, fixtures and fittings.

This website is the official website for the PROMETHEUS and the reference location for our valued agents and customers to experience and stay up to date with everything the Prometheus Yacht has to offer.

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What events do we host.

The PROMETHEUS is the ultimate yacht for all your occasions. Starting from the moment Prometheus comes into view her stylish and unique lines will impress your guests. Upon boarding guests will be greated by our friendly and professional crew.

• Corporate events
• Entertain your customers or staff
• Celebrate with an EPIC Christmas Party
• Reward and network your staff
• Host a board meeting
• Launch a product
• Host a photo shoot for your brand
• Private events
• Unforgettable Boat Parties
• The best birthday Parties
• Epic Hens and Bucks Parties
• Intimate overnight charters
• Take the family yachting

Events for Couples

• The ultimate marriage proposals
• Celebrate your engagement with us
• The ultimate micro-wedding venue
• Unforgettable wedding receptions
• Gender Reveals in style
• The ultimate wedding anniversaries

Holiday events

• Christmas Day with family or friends
• Boxing Day - The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
• New Years Eve - Fireworks prime position
• New years day - the biggest day of the year !
• Australia Day - celebrate with us
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• Christmas Parties
• Staff Reward Days
• Board Meetings
• Product Launches
• Photo Shoots
• Boat Parties
• Birthday Parties
• Hens Parties
• Bucks Parties
• Farewell Parties
• Welcome Parties
• Wedding events
• Engagements Parties
• Wedding Recepetions
• Gender Reveals
• Aniversaries
• Christmas Day
• New Years Eve
• New Years Day
• Australia Day

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Experience the epitome of luxury aboard the PROMETHEUS yacht with transparent charter rates. Indulge in culinary delights, from delectable canapés to gourmet feasts by skilled chefs. Explore the lavish interiors and sweeping vistas through our captivating photo gallery, envisioning your dream voyage on Sydney’s waters.

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Prometheus Superyacht - Private Event Charter - Sydney Harbour

Prometheus is a 77 foot superyacht manufactured by Warren Yachts. Prometheus completed a major upgrade and re-fit out in late 2015, now providing it's guests with the latest in luxury interiors, electronics and the one of the largest available space in its category. With two levels of available space, Prometheus is designed to ensure comfortable space for guests at full capacity.

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PROMETHEUS Super Yacht Charters

• From $1000 Per Hour
• 36 Max Passengers
• 36 Cocktail Style
• 36 Casual Buffet
• 14 Table Dining
• 6 Overnight Charter
• Special Available

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PROMETHEUS Prices

Total cost  =   Vessel Hire   +     Food   +    Beverages   +     Staff Fees  +     Wharf fees

Prometheus Shoes Policy Non-marking, SOFT soled shoes ONLY Heels with substantial heel No black / Brown soles April - September 2 hours - $3025 3 hours - $3850 Weekdays Minimum 4 hours $1,000 per hour Weekends * Quoted rates exclude public holidays or special days Minimum 4 hours $1,100 per hour Day Hire Special 11 am - 5 pm $5,500 per charter October - November  |  January ‐ March 2 hours - $3,988 3 hours -  $5,075 Weekdays Minimum 4 hours $1,350 per hour Weekends * Quoted rates exclude public holidays or special days Minimum 4 hours $1,450 Per Hour Day Hire Special 11 am - 5 pm $7,250 - per charter December 2 hours - $4,263 3 hours - $5,425 Weekdays Minimum 4 hours $1,450 per hour Weekends * Quoted rates exclude public holidays or special days Minimum 4 hours $1,550 per hour Day Hire Special 11 am - 5 pm $7,750 per charter BYO Information Amenities Supply / Hire Fee - $15 per person The following are supplied with the amenity fee 2x Small Electric BBQs - (max 10 guests capacity) Premium Champagne, Wine, Drinking Glasses Cutlery, Dinner Plates, Side Plates, Desert Bowls Serving Platters, Serviettes, Salt / Pepper 60cm Fan Forced Oven Dishwasher, Washing Machine Hand Towels, Bath Towels Toiletries, Soap, Clean Linen and interior furnishings One full size Fridge One Half Size Fridge Large Esky Supply of Ice & Ice Buckets Removal of Rubbish and Recycling BYO Drinks Delivery Prior to Charter & Pickup following day Public Holiday Information 25% of the Weekend Rate on Boat Hire Rate & Wait Staff Vivid Package Information Package 1:  Monday - Thursday 2 hours Cruise  - $3645 Start Time 5:30 pm - 6.15pm Location Pyrmont  |  CBD Package 2:  Sunday - Thursday 3 hours Cruise  - $4495 Start Time 5:30 pm, - 6.30pm Location Woolloomooloo  |  Lavender Bay  |  CBD Package 3:  4 hour Cruise $5020 Start Time 5:30 pm - 6 pm Location Woolloomooloo  |  Lavender Bay  |  CBD  |  Double Bay Package Include 2 Wait Staff  /  Stewardess + plus $ 15 Per Person Amenity Fee Drinks - Free BYO  or  Pre-Deliver VIP Canape Menu (6 piece / 12 piece) $45pp  /  $80pp  

Pick up and drop off wharf fees apply (Usually $100 total). Check your quote and contract for more info.

Refundable Booking

Starting from November 25, 2021, we provide all our customers with Refundable Terms so if you are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of our control, you may be entitled to a refund - please see our full set of  Refundable Terms and Conditions here . You may find all instructions on how to apply for a refund online via your booking confirmation email after payment. Scenarios include: Positive PCR test | COVID-19 Infection, Isolation and family illness - see details, Illness, accident, injury, Public Transport failure to the booking, Private Vehicle Failure to the booking, Home Emergency, And many more..

RATIO 1:12  We recommended 1 Staff per 12 guests for premium service

$65 Per Hour

Up to 12 Pax = 1 Staff  13 + Pax =  2 Staff

 Prometheus - Premium Dining Package

click here to view - PREMIUM DRINK & DINING PACKAGE Below are some of the Limitation Monday – Friday Only Minimum Spend 20 Guests Wait staff 1:10 ratio Drinks available with Dining Abode food only Pre-Bookings Essential Please Note Custom plated dining is available, subject to minimum spend order

 Prometheus Canape Menu

Light Canapé menu 1 (6 Pieces) $34 pp - Minimum 10

Smoked Salmon Tartlet - Puff Pastry / Shallots / Dill Moroccan Cocktail Pie (V) Cumin Spiced Lamb Kofta (GF) - Cucumber Tzatziki (Halal) Spicy Chicken Empanada Prawn rice paper parcels (GF) Arancini –(V) (GF) Light Canapé Menu 2 (6 Pieces) $34 pp - Minimum 10

Polenta Onion Tart - Rosemary / Fig Moroccan Cocktail Pie (Vegan) Smoked Salmon Tartlet - Puff Pastry / Shallots / Dill Arancini X 2 - Mushroom/Parmesan/Truffle Mayo (V) (Gf) Mediterranean Filled Pumpkin Flower - Diced Pumpkin / Coriander / Onion / Cumin Thai Beef Rice Paper Roll - Snow Pea / Capsicum / Cucumber / Coriander Mint Lime Canapé Menu 1 (12 Pieces) $60 pp - Minimum 10

Moroccan Cocktail Pie (Vegan) Arancini X 2 - Mushroom/Parmesan/Truffle Mayo (V) (GF) Petite Chicken & Leek Pie - Celery / Spring Onions Prawn rice paper parcels - Mint / Coriander / Chili Sauce X 2(GF) Best Market Oysters - Lime Emulsion X 2(GF) Sugar Cane Prawns - Coconut Dusted / Lime Sauce Pumpkin Goats Cheese Tartlet - Caramelised Onion / Pine-nut Smoked Salmon Tartlet - Puff Pastry / Shallots / Dill Skewered Lamb Kofta X 2 - Cumin Spiced / Cucumber Tzatziki Canapé Menu 2 (14 Pieces) $70 pp  - Minimum 10

Moroccan Cocktail Pie (Vegan) Arancini - Blue Cheese / Caramelised Onion(V) (GF) Prawn rice paper parcels - Mint / Coriander / Chili Sauce X 2(GF) Satay Chicken Peanut Coconut Sambal - Coriander / Dry Fried Onion (Halal) X 2 (GF) Best Market Oysters - Lime Emulsion X 2(GF) Sugar Cane Prawns - Coconut Dusted / Lime Sauce X 2 Assorted Nori - Fish / Prawn / Chicken / Veg / Egg Smoked Salmon Tartlet - Puff Pastry / Shallots / Dill X 2 Steak Green Peppercorn Pie Small Numbers Canapé Menu $39 pp - Minimum 4

Smoked Salmon Tartlet - Puff Pastry / Shallots / Dill Moroccan Vegan High-Top Cocktail Pie Cumin Spiced Lamb Kofta - Cucumber Tzatziki (Halal) (GF) Sugar Cane Prawns - Coconut Dusted / Lime Sauce Arancini X 2 - Mushroom/Parmesan/Truffle Mayo (V) (GF) Sushi - Wasabi / Pickled Ginger / Soy

 Prometheus Buffet Menus

Buffet Menu 1 $46 pp  - Minimum 10

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The state capital of New South Wales, Sydney, boasts of a natural harbor that looks out into the Tasman Sea. With over 70 fine sandy beaches in close proximity, Sydney is one of the world's top yachting destinations. On any given day, you can see beautiful calm bays, and countless yachts and boats on the Sydney harbor packed with locals and tourists enjoying the vast activities to be discovered in its waters.

Why charter a yacht in Sydney?

Sydney's front yard is the great Tasman Sea and blessed with a natural harbor. It comes as no surprise then that it is home to boundless opportunities for yacht charters that take locals and tourists to the different beaches and islands nearby. With a plethora of yachts to choose from, any astute traveler can easily charter a yacht in Sydney. Anything from a catamaran, motor yacht, or superyacht to whisk them away to more secluded beaches, charming coastal towns, or simply cruise through the Sydney Harbour.

The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club is the most prestigious yacht club in the country, with its marina being the largest in New South Wales. With other exclusive marinas found all over the Harbour, yacht charters in Sydney abound in numbers. You can choose from a full-day itinerary, a sunset cruise, an overnight cruise, or a weeklong cruise along with the nearby islands.

What are yacht charter prices in Sydney?

With all types of yachts available in Sydney Harbour, yacht charter prices usually vary on a number of factors, including the brand of the yacht, its type (motor yacht, a sailing yacht, catamaran, or a superyacht), the size, the number of people on board, the rental duration, as well as destinations. For example, a 34-feet catamaran for 2 adults can cost around USD 1,000 for a full-day tour, while a luxury superyacht can cost approximately $8,000. For a full-week charter, a 138-foot sail catamaran for 12 adults can cost about $107,000 per week, while a 120-foot yacht for 8 adults can cost around $99,000.

When is the yachting season in Sydney?

Sydney is blessed with 340 sunny days per year, which means it's pretty much yachting season in the city all-year-round. The month of December to February is the summer season in Sydney, with average temperatures of 23 degrees Celsius. This is the best time for a yacht charter in Sydney, since it is the warmest time of the year, and also Christmas and New Year festivities light up the Sydney skies with festive colors and fireworks.

Sydney yacht charter for a day

A full day yacht charter is the perfect way to enjoy Sydney but without the traffic, the noise, and the hustle and bustle of city life. You can enjoy the freedom to travel on the water to popular beaches, where you can anchor off the bay and enjoy your very own water sports activities from your private yacht, such as swimming in the bay, jet skiing, and kitesurfing. You can also hop on the yacht to discover a variety of different locations, walk around and explore the shops, stroll around the stress, have a picnic in a park, or visit a Fish Market, then get back on board just in time for sunset and witness the spectacular Sydney harbor light up.

Sydney yacht charter overnight

Instead of staying at a luxury hotel in Sydney, why not spare an overnight excursion onboard a yacht? Not only are you presented with luxurious accommodation and VIP treatment, but you also get to explore the nearby beaches, witness the amazing views from the bay, and get to visit further away destinations. Sydney yacht charter overnight is a trendy choice among vacationers who have chartered a yacht in Sydney Harbour at least once in the past. Because there’s too much to explore!

You can embark at noon, where you get to enjoy welcome drinks, and witness the fantastic views of the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, before making your way to Farm Cove for your anchorage for the night. Have breakfast on the deck in the morning with spectacular panoramic views all around you before you cruise to Athol Bay and ride a cable car to get to Taronga Zoo. You can either end your cruise here or hop back on the yacht to end the day with champagne on the deck as the sun sets on the horizon.

Sydney yacht charter for a week

Sydney and its neighboring locations are blessed with abundant sunshine and beautiful scenery that you must experience on your Australian holiday. Why not charter a yacht for one week and explore the beaches and islands near the capital? For a one-week yacht charter itinerary, it can include the following destinations:

Day 1: Cronulla

Located 26km from Sydney, head to this destination for its golden sand beaches and nearby rocky pools. Its pedestrian Plaza is also a must-visit with its interesting shops and cafes. You can shop for supplies for your one-week yacht charter holiday before getting back on the yacht for a scrumptious onboard dinner.

Day 2: Kamay Botany Bay National Park

This destination is known for its heritage sites and monuments. Some of these include the landing point of Captain Cook and the Bare Island Fort.

Day 3: Little Bay

Located 14km from Sydney, this destination features sandy beaches and a famous golf course, The Coast Golf Course. The island was also used as an isolation facility for an 18th-century smallpox outbreak, while the hospital and cemetery are interesting points to visit as well.

Day 4: Bondi Beach

As you make our way back to Sydney, head to Bondi Beach and enjoy the sand and surf, or anchor on the Bay for some water sport activities.

Day 5: Manly

With a family-friendly atmosphere, Manly is a favorite destination for locals who love its surf spots and the Sea Life Sanctuary, where exhibitions of sharks, sea turtles, penguins, and other marine life are seen.

Day 6: Collaroy and Newport

Home to a number of yacht clubs, both Collaroy and Newport offer a great coastal town feel, with a golf course, and plenty of dining and shopping options.

Day 7: Sydney Harbor

Make your way back to Sydney and enjoy views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbor Bridge before disembarking in the marina.

Wedding yacht charter in Sydney

Wedding yacht charters are popular in Sydney due to the accessibility and convenience of yacht charter companies offering wedding packages. Decor, catering, coordination, and entertainment are all taken care of. All you have to do on your wedding day is to show up. Whether you want a formal dining set-up, cocktail dining, or an upper deck alfresco style party, you can have it in any of the yacht charters in Sydney that offers wedding packages. Get serenaded on the deck as you witness the Sydney skyline light up after sunset, starting your new life together in style aboard a luxury yacht.

Corporate yacht charter in Sydney

Do you need to reward an employee? Or maybe a team-building activity? Or maybe you need to impress a potential client? Corporate yacht charters in Sydney are the best ways to supersize any corporate event. Entertain clients and partners on board as you cruise your way along the Sydney Harbor over champagne and canapes. Nothing impresses a potential client more than a luxury yacht charter over the beautiful Sydney Harbour.

Yacht charters in Sydney offer you the best of both worlds - with the city only an arm's length, and the vast natural scenery and charming coastal locations only nearby. A yacht charter is simply one of the best ways to indulge yourself during your Sydney holiday.

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Did Bayesian superyacht’s 237ft mast cause it to sink?

B ayesian’s 237ft metal mast may have played a part in the sinking of the superyacht off the coast of Sicily , experts have suggested.

The yacht, named after the mathematical theory Mike Lynch used to make his millions in the tech industry, foundered in the small hours of Monday morning.

Key among potential reasons for the loss of the vessel will be its most striking feature – the aluminium mast.

Four British personnel from the Marine Accident Investigation Branch are on their way to Palermo to carry out a preliminary assessment.

There are also theories that hot overnight temperatures of 27C (80C) could have prompted passengers to leave portholes and windows open – hastening the sinking when the high winds hit.

Launched in 2008 by Perini Navi, Bayesian is one of the 50 largest sailing yachts in the world and her mammoth mast supported a total sail area of almost 32,000 sq ft.

Bayesian had the tallest aluminium mast in the world when it first took to the seas under her former name Salute. The record was overtaken last year when Jeff Bezos, the Amazon billionaire launched his yacht, Koru.

Koru’s masts stretch to 278ft tall according to Boat International magazine.

Tom Sharpe, a former Royal Navy commander and warship captain, said initial reports from survivors and witnesses suggested “that the weather was sufficiently violent to cause her to capsize at anchor”.

Weather reports from Palermo airport, 12 miles west of the yacht, suggest that at about 4am, winds switched from a gentle south-westerly breeze to gusts of 40mph, with temperatures dropping.

Local newspapers have described the weather as a tornado and a waterspout, which is a tornado above water.

The pressure of high winds on the mast could have helped tip the boat over in rough seas, experts have suggested.

Mr Sharpe said capsizing seemed “unlikely” to him given the Bayesian’s size “and that boats like that are designed to survive poor weather – unless something failed at the same time like a valve that let water in and made the whole boat unstable”.

He said it was more likely that the Bayesian had “dragged anchor”. Anchors are designed to lodge on rocks on the seabed, but if the seabed is too soft, or weather is so bad that the anchor is dislodged, then a boat can drag its anchor and drift.

If a boat drifts into an obstruction such as a rock or another boat, this can damage the boat by tearing a hole in its side leading to sinking, Mr Sharpe suggested.

The sea bed off Porticello, the Silician harbour nearest to where Bayesian was moored for the night, consists of a mixture of rocky and muddy areas, according to nautical charts reviewed by The Telegraph.

This means the yacht could have dragged anchor if it had been lowered into a soft, muddy patch of seabed.

A captain of another boat anchored nearby said his vessel was hit by abnormally strong winds on Monday morning.

Karsten Borner said the Sir Robert BP was battered by strong gusts in the early hours of the morning but he managed to stabilise the vessel while anchored by using the engine.

He said as they were doing this, they noticed the Bayesian nearby and manoeuvred to avoid hitting it.

“We managed to keep the ship in position, and after the storm was over, we noticed that the ship behind us was gone,” said Capt Borner.

Mr Sharpe said: “From a seamanship point of view, the other boat (Sir Robert BP) coming up on her main engines and using those to keep position around [her own] anchor is what you should do. Yacht anchors are often not that robust and that is the best way to avoid putting too much strain on it and/or dragging.”

An alternative theory is that the weight of the mast led the Bayesian to capsize.

A yacht industry source told The Times that the vessel sank after the weight of her mast took the hull beyond its “down-flooding angle” – the point at which a boat cannot right itself after swinging at a steep angle – meaning water rushed over the sides into the interior.

“The wind toppled the mast, which fell over the side, causing the boat to heel over and take on water, capsize and sink very quickly,” the source said.

This can occur whether the mast snapped off or not.

Sam Jefferson, editor of Sailing Today, told The Telegraph: “She has a very tall, aluminium mast – I believe it is the second tallest aluminium mast in the world – and that would not have helped.

“Many yachts with big masts have carbon masts instead of aluminium as these save on weight and improve stability and performance.

“Stability was obviously the problem in the extremely strong winds she was experiencing and I’d assume the boat was pinned on its side and could not right before it filled up with water.”

Another superyacht expert who asked not to be named told The Telegraph that the mast could have pulled the Bayesian over into capsizing, although he expressed some scepticism, saying sailing yachts are designed to prevent that from happening.

He said the anchor-dragging theory was also a plausible explanation for why the Bayesian sank.

Typically, crews try to anchor in safe spots that are sheltered away from the wind, they said.

The Bayesian was moored just off Porticello, a few miles east of Palermo. Prevailing winds from the north-east may have robbed the vessel of the shelter offered by the Sicilian coast, which lay to the west.

Dr Lynch was reportedly aboard the vessel. His wife, Angela Bacares, is among those rescued but six others, including four Britons, are still missing.

One person, reportedly the yacht’s chef, died in the incident and his body was recovered by rescuers.

The Bayesian’s last refit was in 2020.

The vessel was listed for rent for up to €195,000 (£166,000) a week, according to online charter websites.

The interior featured six cabins – one master, three doubles and two twin rooms – for up to a dozen guests, with the crew occupying separate quarters.

Fitted out in a Japanese style, the interior was styled by the Remi Tessler design house.

Under her former name Salute, the yacht won the Best Exterior prize at the World Superyacht Awards in 2009, and the Best Interior at the International Superyacht Society Awards in 2008.

A coastguard statement issued on Monday morning said the missing passengers were of “British, American and Canadian nationality”.

Camper & Nicholsons, managers of the Bayesian, confirmed the vessel sank at about 4.30am following “severe weather”.

The Italian Coast Guard is leading search and rescue operations, and said on Monday it had safely recovered 15 individuals.

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Inside the Shocking Sicily Yacht Tragedy: 7 People Dead After Rare Luxury Boat Disaster

There was a violent storm, but even then, luxury yachts are built to weather such events. so why did this boat sink off the coast of sicily, leaving seven people dead.

Nobody was trying to reach the lowest depths of the ocean or otherwise test the boundaries of human endurance .

But what was supposed to be a routine pleasure cruise aboard a superyacht turned deadly all the same on the morning of Aug. 19 when the 184-foot Bayesian got caught in a storm and sank off the coast of Sicily .

"I can't remember the last time I read about a vessel going down quickly like that," Stephen Richter  of SAR Marine Consulting told NBC News . "You know, completely capsizing and going down that quickly, a vessel of that nature, a yacht of that size."

Of the 22 people onboard, including crew, seven people died. The last of the bodies was recovered Aug. 23, an expectedly sad coda to what had already been a tragic week as the search for answers as to how this happened got underway.

And to be sure, every minute of the Bayesian's ill-fated outing is being fiercely scrutinized, starting with the general seaworthiness of the vessel itself.

Because, frankly, this was a freak occurrence.

"Boats of this size, they’re taking passengers on an excursion or a holiday," Richter explained. "They are not going to put them in situations where it may be dangerous or it may be uncomfortable, so this storm that popped up was obviously an anomaly. These vessels that carry passengers, they’re typically very well-maintained, very well-appointed."

But in this case, a $40 million yacht sank, seven people are dead—including a billionaire tech mogul and his 18-year-old daughter—and morbid fascination doesn't need a second wind.

Here is how the story of the Sicily yacht tragedy has unfolded so far:

What happened to the yacht that sank off the coast of Sicily?

The Bayesian had set off from the Sicilian port of Milazzo on Aug. 14 at capacity with 12 guests and 10 crewmembers aboard.

The aluminum-hulled vessel was built in 2008 by Italian shipbuilder Perini Navi and registered in the U.K. Cruise sites listed it as available for charter at $215,000 per week, per the Associated Press.

On the morning of Aug. 19, the superyacht was anchored off the coast of Porticello, a small fishing village in the Sicilian province of Palermo (also the name of Sicily's capital city), when a violent storm hit.

The vessel "suddenly sank" at around 5 a.m. local time, seemingly due to "the terrible weather conditions," the City Council of Bagheria announced shortly afterward, per NBC News .

At the time, only one person was confirmed dead—the ship's chef—but six others were said to be missing. The 15 survivors—who managed to make it onto an inflatable life boat, according to emergency officials—were rescued that morning by the crew of another yacht that had been nearby when the storm hit.

"Fifteen people inside," Karsten Borner , the Dutch captain of the ship that was able to help (the Sir Robert Baden Powell), told reporters afterward, per Reuters. "Four people were injured, three heavily injured, and we brought them to our ship. Then we communicated with the coast guard, and after some time, the coast guard came and later picked up injured people."

When the storm hit, his boat ran into "a strong hurricane gust," Borner said, "and we had to start the engine to keep the ship in an angled position."

They "managed to keep the ship in position," he continued, but once the storm died down, they realized the other boat that had been behind them—the Bayesian—was gone.

The wreck ended up settling 165 feet below the surface, according to Italy's national fire department.

Fire officials said that divers, a motorboat and a helicopter were deployed to search for the missing.

Meanwhile, footage was captured of the ship capsizing on closed-circuit TV about a half-mile away from where it was anchored.

In the video obtained by NBC News, the illuminated 250-foot aluminum mast of the ship appears to list severely to one side before disappearing completely. Survivors recalled having just a few minutes to literally abandon ship.

"They told me that suddenly they found themselves catapulted into the water without even understanding how they had got there," Dr. Fabio Genco , head of the Palermo Emergency Medical Services, told NBC News Aug. 22. "And that the whole thing seems to have lasted from 3 to 5 minutes."

Genco said he got to Porticello about an hour after the Bayesian capsized.

Survivors "told me that it was all dark, that the yacht hoisted itself up and then went down," he said. "All the objects were falling on them. That’s why I immediately made sure, by asking them questions, if they had any internal injuries."

Why did the yacht sink?

Italian prosecutors are investigating to determine what transpired before the boat went down, according to NBC News.

Meanwhile, the CEO of shipbuilder Perini's parent company The Italian Sea Group defended the vessel itself as "unsinkable."

Perini boats "are the safest in the most absolute sense," Giovanni Costantino told Sky News Aug. 22 . What happened to the Bayesian "put me in a state of sadness on one side and of disbelief on the other," he continued. "This incident sounds like an unbelievable story, both technically and as a fact."

Costantino said it had to have been human error that led to the boat sinking, declaring, "Mistakes were made."

"Everything that was done reveals a very long summation of errors," he told newspaper Corriere della Sera  Aug. 21, in an interview translated from Italian. "The people should not have been in the cabins, the boat should not have been at anchor."

The weather was "all predictable," he continued, adding that the storm "was fully legible in all the weather charts. It couldn't have been ignored."

The yacht's captain, identified as James Cutfield of New Zealand, was taken to Termini Imerese hospital for treatment. From there, he told  La Repubblica , per Sky News , that he didn't see the storm coming.

Borner, the captain of the ship that rescued the 15 Bayesian survivors, told NBC News that he noticed the storm come in at 4 a.m. local time, and saw what looked to him like a waterspout, a type of tornado that forms above water.

The International Centre for Waterspout Research posted on X Aug. 19 that it had "confirmed 18 waterspouts today off the coasts of Italy. Some were powerful waterspouts, one of which may have been responsible for the sinking of a large yacht off of Sicily."

Borner said he didn't know why the Bayesian sank so quickly, guessing "it may have something to do with the mast, which was incredibly long." (A tall mast, even with its sails down, means there's more surface area exposed to wind, which can result in tipping.) 

Confirming that one person was dead and six unaccounted for immediately following the wreck on Aug. 19, Salvo Cocina of Sicily's civil protection agency told reporters that a waterspout had struck the area overnight.

"They were in the wrong place at the wrong time," he said.

Who were the seven people who died when the yacht Bayesian sank?

The tragedy initially became headline news because billionaire tech mogul Mike Lynch —"Britain's Bill Gates ," some U.K. media called him—was among the missing. His body was ultimately recovered Aug. 22 .

The 59-year-old founder of software firm Autonomy had been on the trip with his wife Angela Bacares and their 18-year-old, Oxford-bound daughter Hannah  to celebrate his recent acquittal in the U.S. on fraud and conspiracy charges stemming from the $11.7 billion purchase of his company by Hewlett-Packard in 2011.

In a bizarre turn of events, Lynch's co-defendant at trial, Stephen Chamberlain , the former vice president of finance at Autonomy, died after being taken off life support following a road accident on Aug. 17. Chamberlain's attorney told Reuters Aug. 20 that his friend and client had been out for a run when he was "fatally struck" by a car.

Meanwhile, multiple people who contributed to Lynch's defense were on the cruise with him and his family.

The bodies of Morgan Stanley International Chairman Jonathan Bloomer —who testified on Lynch's behalf—and his wife Judy Bloomer , as well as lawyer Chris Morvillo , a partner at the U.S. firm Clifford Chance, and his wife Neda Morvillo , a jewelry designer, were recovered on Aug. 21 .

In a LinkedIn post thanking the team that successfully defended Lynch, Morvillo wrote, per Sky News , "And, finally, a huge thank you to my patient and incredible wife, Neda Morvillo, and my two strong, brilliant, and beautiful daughters, Sabrina Morvillo and Sophia Morvillo . None of this would have been possible without your love and support. I am so glad to be home. And they all lived happily ever after…"

The first casualty confirmed Aug. 19 was the ship's Canadian-Antiguan chef, later identified as Recaldo Thomas . 

"He was a one-of-a-kind special human being," a friend of Thomas told The Independent . "Incredibly talented, contagious smile and laugh, an incredible voice with a deep love of the ocean and the moon. I spoke to him nearly every day. He loved his life his friends and his job."

Hannah's body was the last of the missing six to be found , with divers bringing her remains ashore on Aug. 23.

Lynch and Bacares, who was rescued, also shared a 21-year-old daughter, according to The Times.

While awaiting trial, Lynch—who maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings—had spent 13 months under house arrest in San Francisco. Back home in London afterward, he admitted to The Times in July that he'd been afraid of dying in prison if he'd been found guilty. (He faced a possible 25-year sentence.)

"It's bizarre, but now you have a second life," he reflected. "The question is, what do you want to do with it?"

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Morgan Stanley Chief Jonathan Bloomer Also On Sunken Bayesian Yacht With Michael Lynch

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The chairman of Morgan Stanley International was reportedly among the six missing people—including UK tech mogul Michael Lynch— after the 184-foot luxury sailing yacht Bayesian sank in rough seas near Sicily early Monday morning, according to new reports.

Italian emergency services headed out to sea towards the area off the Sicilian coast on Tuesday, ... [+] Aug. 20, 2024.

Lynch , a British tech entrepreneur and one-time billionaire, and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah Lynch are confirmed to be among those still missing after the ship sank (his wife, Angela Bacares, was rescued).

Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of the Morgan Stanley International bank and insurance company Hiscox, is also reportedly among the missing along with his wife, Judy.

Authorities on Monday told the BBC the missing people are presumed to still be inside the boat, and rescue operations resumed Tuesday morning.

The vessel had 22 people on board — 10 crew and 12 passengers — including people from the United States, Britain and Canada, when it overturned at around 5 a.m. Monday, according to the Italian coast guard.

Fifteen people were rescued from the vessel (including a 1-year-old girl), one person was found dead and six, including two Americans , remain missing, according to multiple reports.

Local media reported the person who died was a member of the crew, thought to be the yacht’s chef .

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Who Are The Missing People Aboard The Bayesian Yacht?

Lynch, 59, and his daughter were the first to be reported as among the missing. Lynch's lawyer Chris Morvillo, a former assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, has also not been found, nor has his wife and jewelry designer Neda Morvillo. Bloomer, 70, a close friend of Lynch's, is also missing along with his wife, Judy.

Key Background

The Bayesian was anchored near the port of Porticello overnight Sunday when a harsh storm hit the coast that included a " waterspout ," a tornado-like swirling column of air and water. The ship tipped over and quickly was drug underwater by its massive mast —it had the tallest aluminum mast in the world at 246 feet. Of the 15 people rescued in the aftermath, eight were treated at a local hospital.

Lynch was acquitted in a fraud trial in June after he was accused by Hewlett-Packard of artificially inflating the value of Autonomy before HP bought it for more than $11 billion in 2011. HP wrote off $8.8 million of Autonomy's value within a year of buying the company. Today, The Times estimates Lynch has a net worth of £500 million. He "had a lot of pride" in his yacht, a member of his staff told the U.K. paper, and business filings show the boat is legally owned by his wife, Bacares.

Surprising Fact: Lynch's Co-Defendant Stephen Chamberlain Died The Same Weekend

Stephen Chamberlain, who was acquitted in the same trial as Lynch in June, died hours after news broke of Lynch's disappearance. Chamberlain was hit by a car while jogging in England on Saturday morning and was put on life support before his death was announced late Monday, the Guardian reported . Lynch and Chamberlain were both indicted for conspiracy and wire fraud in the sale of Autonomy to HP before being acquitted.

What To Watch For

An ongoing search operation includes divers attempting to search the vessel, now sitting 160 feet below sea level, as well as rescue boats and helicopters, according to CNN .

$215,000. That's the cost to charter the Bayesian, a single-mast sailing vessel, for one week .

Crucial Quote

“She told me that while they were sleeping, at a certain point the yacht overturned due to the tornado, and they found themselves in the water,” Dr. Domenico Cipolla, head of the emergency room at the pediatric hospital in Palermo, Italy, told The Times . “Some of them immediately managed to get onto the lifeboat. And some, evidently, didn’t make it.”

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Mike Lynch and daughter among missing after yacht sinks: What we know about disaster - and 'alarming' potential cause

The British-flagged luxury vessel named Bayesian was carrying 22 people when it got into difficulty off the coast of Sicily. Seven bodies have now been recovered from the wreckage.

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Seven bodies have been found after a superyacht sank off the coast of Sicily.

Twenty-two people were on board the vessel named Bayesian when it got into difficulty in the early hours of Monday, with 15 people rescued.

Here's what we know about the sinking of the luxury vessel so far.

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What might have caused the sinking?

The British-flagged luxury vessel, named Bayesian, capsized at around 4.30am local time on Monday morning off Palermo, according to ship-tracking site Marine Traffic.

It sank in as little as 60 seconds with 22 people on board, 12 passengers and a crew of 10, according to the Italian coastguard.

Waterspouts, essentially tornados that form over water, were seen as powerful winds battered the area overnight, local media said.

The yacht may have sunk faster with all the doors open due to the hot weather, Sailing Today magazine editor Sam Jefferson has said.

"I imagine all the doors were open because it was hot, so there were enough hatches and doors open that it filled with water very quickly and sank like that," he said.

Official pictures show air conditioning units in several of the rooms, however, which could counter the suggestion open windows caused the vessel to sink faster.

The huge mast is also likely to have played a role, he added.

What are waterspouts?

Waterspouts typically occur during thunderstorms and can develop very rapidly, within minutes.

Their spin generally reaches wind speeds between 75-200mph, but can reach as high as 300mph.

They can travel at about 10-20mph typically but can reach greater speeds, making them difficult to avoid - especially in something as slow-moving as a yacht.

Matthew Schanck, chair of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, called the reports of a tornado or waterspout "rare" and "quite alarming".

"The vessel was at anchor in a recognised anchorage," Mr Schanck said.

"Depending on wind direction and the state of the sea, this informs the captain whether it is a safe area to anchor or not. There was nothing that was too concerning, for my eye. All in all, the captain used the information they had to make a safe call."

Who owns the yacht?

The yacht belonged to the family of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch. He was confirmed to have died after rescuers found his body on Thursday. Mr Lynch was on holiday with his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, who is still missing, and his wife Angela Bacares, who was rescued.

Mr Lynch, 59, was known as the " British Bill Gates " and has been in the headlines in recent months over a high-profile fraud case.

In June, a US jury cleared him of all charges, which were related to the 2011 sale of his software company Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard (HP). The yacht trip is believed to have been a celebration of the end of Mr Lynch's legal troubles.

HP accused him of deliberately overstating the value of the company before it was acquired by the American tech giant.

Mr Lynch was extradited to the US to face trial in May last year and spent 13 months under house arrest in San Francisco as he awaited trial on 17 charges of conspiracy and wire fraud brought by the US Department of Justice - which were later reduced to 15 charges. He always denied any wrongdoing and was acquitted.

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Who was on board when the boat sank?

The passengers were largely British and American, with crew members were from New Zealand, South Africa, and Canada.

Charlotte Golunski was among the Britons rescued. Her LinkedIn profile says she is a partner at Mr Lynch's firm Invoke Capital and has worked there since 2012.

Speaking after the ordeal, Ms Golunski told Italian media that she lost her daughter Sofia for "two seconds" amid the "fury" of the sea but was able to retrieve her. She said she held the infant above the waves until the lifeboat was ready.

"Many people screamed. Luckily the lifeboat inflated and 11 of us were able to get on board," she told ANSA.

The girl's father James Emsley also survived, according to Sicily's civil protection agency.

Also on board were Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of investment bank Morgan Stanley, his wife Judy Bloomer, a top US lawyer Chris Morvillo, who worked on Mr Lynch's criminal case, and his wife Neda Morvillo. Divers confirmed on Thursday that their bodies had been recovered.

The yacht's captain James Cutfield survived, along with South African crew members Leah Randall and Katja Chicken.

Recaldo Thomas, a Canadian-Antiguan chef who was working on the boat, was the first to be found dead, the Italian Coastguard confirmed to Sky News.

During rescue efforts, divers saw "corpses through the portholes" of the wreck as they recovered the body of a man at a depth of 50m (164ft), according to Salvo Cocina, the head of the Civil Protection of Sicily.

What do we know about the vessel?

The Bayesian is owned by a company controlled by Mr Lynch's wife.

It was known for its unusual 72.3m (246ft) single mast - one of the world's tallest made of aluminium - and shared its name with the statistical method Mr Lynch's Autonomy software was based on.

It was built by Italian company Perini Navi in 2008 and last refitted in 2020.

It was listed for rent for up to €195,000 (£166,000) a week, according to online charter sites.

The luxury vessel , which was managed by yachting company Camper & Nicholsons, could accommodate up to 12 guests in six suites.

It won a string of awards for its design, according to online specialist yacht sites.

Mr Schanck, of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, said the vessel would have been equipped with "high standard" life-saving appliances and radio communications.

He added the yacht would have met all international standards and UK Maritime Coastguard Agency regulations before its voyage.

It was previously named Salute, or "health" in Italian, when it flew under a Dutch flag. Its minimalist interior featured light wood with Japanese accents designed by the French designer Remi Tessier, according to descriptions on charter sites.

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What were its last movements?

The boat left the Sicilian port of Milazzo on 14 August and was last tracked east of Palermo on Sunday evening, with a navigation status of "at anchor", according to vessel tracking site VesselFinder.

The Bayesian previously travelled to other parts of Sicily before its last sighting off the coast of the port of Porticello.

On Sunday, the boat was seen off the coast of Cefalu before it travelled towards Porticello, MarineTraffic data shows.

In the days before, the yacht travelled around four of the Aeolian islands, just north of Sicily.

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Prosecutors in the nearby town of Termini Imerese have opened an investigation into the sinking.

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Tornado likely sank luxury yacht off coast of Sicily, officials say, as search for survivors continues

Updated on: August 20, 2024 / 7:56 PM EDT / CBS/AP

Police divers resumed searching Tuesday for six people believed trapped in the hull of a superyacht that sank in deep seas off Sicily, including a British tech magnate who was celebrating his recent acquittal on fraud charges with the people who had defended him at trial.

Civil protection officials said they believed the Bayesian, a 184-foot British-flagged yacht, had been struck by a tornado over the water. The ship had been moored about a half-mile offshore off Porticello near Palermo when a storm rolled and the vessel sank at about 5 a.m. local time on Monday . 

Grainy film from closed-circuit cameras from shore, broadcast on the website of the Giornale di Sicilia, showed the majestic, illuminated 246-foot mast of the Bayesian weathering the storm and then disappearing over the course of a minute.

Fifteen of the 22 people aboard survived, including a mother who reported holding her 1-year-old baby over the waves to save her. One body was recovered, identified by officials as the Antiguan-born on-board chef. The rest of the 10-person crew survived, including the captain whom prosecutors reportedly sought to interview.

However, CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson said Tuesday that it's still too early to determine whether the yacht was hit by a waterspout or a downburst. A waterspout is a meteorological term for a tornado over water, while a downburst consists of powerful winds that descend from a thunderstorm and can often be misinterpreted as a tornado, according to the National Weather Service.

As of now, Parkinson said, it's only safe to say that the yacht was impacted by a severe thunderstorm. Based on satellite imagery, there were strong to violent thunderstorms in the area where the yacht sank, Parkinson said.

That said, early Monday morning conditions were appropriate for either the development of a waterspout or a downburst, Parkinson explained. At around 4 a.m. local time Monday, the winds spiked, with wind gusts above 43 mph in Palermo. About 10 minutes later in the town of Aspra — which is 20 miles from Palermo and three to four miles west of where the boat sank — wind gusts of 51 mph were recorded, and the thunderstorms appeared to intensify as they moved east.

In cases of downbursts, when wind hits the water's surface, it increases the wind speed, Parkinson said. While at the time the boat sank, water temperatures were 84 degrees Fahrenheit, which would be warm enough to support the development of a waterspout, Parkinson said. 

"It's a great, great tragedy," said Britain's ambassador to Italy, Edward Llewellyn, who visited Porticello on Tuesday. Britain sent four investigators to the scene, given the disaster involved a British-flagged ship and British citizens were among the missing.

Fire rescue officials have said the six other passengers will be considered missing until they are located in the wreckage. They include tycoon Mike Lynch , who was once hailed as Britain's king of technology and was cleared in June of fraud and conspiracy charges in a U.S. federal trial related to Hewlett Packard's $11 billion takeover of his company, Autonomy Corp.

Also unaccounted for are Christopher Morvillo, one of Lynch's lawyers, and Jonathan Bloomer, a chairman at Morgan Stanley International and the former head of the Autonomy audit committee who testified in Lynch's defense.

The wreckage of the luxury craft is some 164 feet underwater — far deeper than most recreational divers are certified for and a depth that requires special precautions. Recovery crews could only stay for 12-minute shifts, a measure that slowed their efforts to reach the cramped inside of the wreck.

Karsten Borner, the captain of the Sir Robert Baden Powell, which rescued the 15 survivors who managed to get into a lifeboat, said he was close enough to be able to see the Bayesian as the storm came in.

"A moment later, she was gone," he said. "They said they went flat on the water and were sunk in two minutes," Borner added, quoting the survivors.

The rotating search teams, each made up of two specialized cave divers, worked Tuesday to open up access points to get inside the wreck. They were using a remote-controlled underwater vehicle, or ROV, to help in the search.

The divers hadn't been able to access the below-deck cabins because they were blocked by furniture that had shifted during the violent storm. Rescue crews said they assume the missing six are in those cabins because the storm struck when most would be sleeping, but the teams haven't verified their presence there through portholes.

Luca Cari, a spokesman for the rescue teams, said the search was proceeding much more slowly than another big shipwreck in Italy, the 2012 Costa Concordia cruise ship that flipped on its side off Tuscany's coast, because of the depth of the wreck and the limited space divers have to maneuver.

"That was much simpler. Here everything is more tight," he said.

The outing was intended at least in part as a celebration of Lynch's acquittal and a "looking forward to what was coming next," said Reid Weingarten, a Washington attorney and a member of Lynch's defense team who was not on the yacht.

"A lot of people went, a lot of people were planning to go and then of course this happened," Weingarten said.

Some of the people who stood by Lynch throughout the ordeal were on board, including Morvillo, the lawyer, who Weingarten worked with and said "was like a brother."

Morvillo's wife, Neda, is also missing, according to his law firm Clifford Chance.

Aki Hussain, CEO of international insurer Hiscox Group, where Bloomer, the witness, was chairman, said the company was "deeply shocked and saddened by this tragic event."

"Our thoughts are with all those affected, in particular our Chair, Jonathan Bloomer, and his wife Judy, who are among the missing, and with their family as they await further news from this terrible situation," he added.

Among the survivors, the Emslie family was released from Palermo's pediatric hospital on Tuesday where little Sofia had been kept overnight after her rescue. Her mother, Charlotte Golunski, had reported that she momentarily lost hold of the 1-year-old in the water but then managed to hold her up over the waves until a lifeboat inflated and they were both pulled to safety, doctors said.

The father, identified by ANSA news agency as James Emslie, also survived.

"They don't talk much, primarily because they consider themselves survivors and they don't understand why they survived given what they went through," said Dr. Domenico Cipolla, head of the emergency room at Di Cristina Pediatric Hospital.

Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Cipolla said Golunski had reported that she and the baby were sleeping in the cabin and suddenly found themselves in the water, where they also found Emslie who had been in a different part of the ship. Cipolla said the parents had been in touch with other survivors, who are being housed at a nearby hotel and were waiting for other family members to arrive in Sicily.

The baby slept well overnight and all were released after final checks Tuesday morning, he said according to a videotaped interview posted on Palermo Today, adding that psychologists had been made available.

Among the other survivors was Lynch's wife, Angela Bacares. Hannah Lynch, reportedly the couple's 18-year-old daughter, is among the missing.

The yacht's registered owner is listed as Revtom Ltd., according to online maritime database Equasis. Bacares is listed as Revtom's sole owner, according to corporate registration documents from the Isle of Man.

Its name, Bayesian, may be a reference to "Bayesian Inference," one of the two main approaches to statistical machine learning and the one that was used by Lynch's company.

The yacht, built in 2008 by the Italian firm Perini Navi, was carrying 12 passengers and 10 crew. According to online charter companies, it had been available for charter for about $215,000 a week and was notable for its massive aluminum mast, one of the tallest in the world.

The coast guard said to date there was no trace of fuel leaks from the wreckage.

In an unrelated event, Lynch's co-defendant in the Autonomy trial who was also cleared, Stephen Chamberlain, was killed Sunday when he was hit by a car while running in Cambridgeshire, England, said Chamberlain's lawyer, Gary Lincenberg.

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