Alloy Yachts, the New Zealand yard that built some of the most admired sailing superyachts of its era, produced vessels in aluminium notable for structural integrity, sailing performance and the elegance of their custom interior fit-outs. Three Alloy-built yachts operate in Cuban waters through The Yacht Collection, each a testament to the yard’s approach of treating sailing capabilities and interior finishing with equal seriousness.
Cuba is a natural sailing destination for these vessels. The northeast trade wind provides consistent pressure along the northern coast between November and April, and the protected channels south of the main island give more sheltered sailing in lighter conditions. The island’s 1,200-kilometre length means there is enough variety for a two-week voyage without retracing any ground.
Charter rates for Alloy yachts in Cuba range from approximately 60,000 to 180,000 euros per week. The advance provisioning allowance runs to around 30 percent on top of the base rate, covering fuel, provisioning, marina fees and port charges. December through April is peak Caribbean season for sailing, when the trade wind is most reliable and the seas most consistent.
The Jardines de la Reina marine park on Cuba’s southern coast is particularly rewarding for an Alloy sailing yacht, with its network of protected channels and cays providing ideal anchorages and exceptional diving. The northern coast passage from Havana to the easternmost point at Cabo Maisi covers genuinely open water sailing with the trade wind on or forward of the beam.
