ANIMA MARIS, meaning Soul of the Sea, is a magnificent 49-metre luxury motor-sailer and the newest masterpiece from the renowned Ercegovic family, whose connection to the sea and to boatbuilding stretches back more than seventy years across several generations. Delivered in 2021 and custom-built in Croatia, she is her family’s eighth vessel, a lineage that began with a humble wooden sailing boat in 1950, and she now stands among the most distinguished motor-sailers in the Adriatic, combining timeless craftsmanship with contemporary luxury for an exceptional yachting experience. With her elegant lines and beautiful sails, she is a genuine beauty on the water, proudly representing the very soul of the sea and of sailing, and beneath her graceful profile she is powered by twin Cummins engines for effortless, comfortable cruising whenever the wind drops. Her interior is exceptionally spacious, offering some of the most generous cabins found on a yacht of her type in Croatia, and is decorated in deep earthy shades with warm lighting, rich light wood and fine dark marble details, uniting classic and contemporary elements to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. From the expansive main-deck saloon, with its central bar and comfortable lounge area, through to a separate marble formal dining space and a striking show kitchen, ANIMA MARIS is five-star luxury in every detail, and her cabins come appointed with the latest technology, including televisions, WiFi, LED lighting and individual air conditioning. Life on deck is exceptional and centred on her spectacular sun deck, a massive top deck complete with a dining table and seating, a bar, a lounge, a Jacuzzi surrounded by comfortable seating and plenty of cushioned sunpads for soaking up the scenic wonders of the Dalmatian coastline. The main aft deck, sheltered by the sun deck overhang, offers a further undercover dining space with a large U-shaped lounge and a wide, deep sunbed along the stern, perfect for casual meals, aperitifs and afternoon naps in the shade, while two elegant dining areas give guests the choice of dining inside, on deck or beneath the stars. A superb collection of water toys, including a tender, a jet ski, two SeaBobs, an e-foil, an electric surfboard, paddleboards, a kayak, water skis, a wakeboard and a Ringo ride, guarantees hours of on-water fun. Accommodation is arranged for up to 12 guests across six exceptionally spacious en-suite cabins, all on the lower deck. There are two master cabins, one in the stern and one amidships, complemented by two double cabins and two convertible cabins that configure as either twins or doubles, giving groups wonderful flexibility, and each is finished with warm wood, fine marble, generous storage, a safe and a private marble bathroom. A dedicated professional crew of eight, including an experienced captain and an acclaimed chef, ensures warm, precise and deeply personal service throughout. ANIMA MARIS cruises the crystal-clear waters of Croatia and neighbouring Montenegro from May to October, exploring the Dalmatian islands, hidden coves and historic coastal towns from Split and Zadar to Dubrovnik, and offers charter guests a rare combination of authentic family craftsmanship, graceful sailing, richly elegant interiors and spectacular deck spaces aboard one of the most characterful motor-sailers in the Adriatic.
