INDIANA is a 37.39-metre Bilgin motor yacht that offers a rare and enchanting charter proposition: a beautifully appointed explorer based year-round in Phuket, opening up the turquoise waters, limestone karsts and hidden islands of the Andaman Sea and Thailand to charter guests in genuine comfort and style. Delivered in 2010 by the respected Turkish yard Bilgin as part of their 127 series, she combines a robust, sea-kindly displacement hull with an elegant interior by Joachim Kinder, giving her both the capability for relaxed coastal exploration and the refinement expected of a luxury charter yacht. Cruising comfortably at around 14 knots with a top speed near 16 knots, she is perfectly suited to unhurried island-hopping through one of the world’s most beautiful and less-charted cruising grounds. Her interior is warm, characterful and full of personality. The main salon is an inviting, light-filled space with comfortable sofas and generous seating, flowing to a formal dining area for convivial meals, while large windows throughout frame ever-changing views of the passing coastline. A handsome wooden staircase connects the decks as a sculptural centrepiece, and rich detailing and warm timber give the interior a timeless, grounded elegance. Outdoor living is central to the INDIANA experience, with layered deck spaces designed for taking in the tropical scenery, including a deck Jacuzzi for soaking up the views, shaded alfresco dining and lounging areas, and generous sunbathing spaces, all making the most of the warm Andaman climate. Accommodation is arranged for up to 8 guests across four beautifully appointed cabins. The full-beam master suite on the main deck is a spacious private retreat, distinguished by a striking overhead skylight that floods the room with natural light, with a king-size bed, generous wardrobe space and an en-suite bathroom. Below deck, a mix of VIP, double and twin cabins, all with en-suite bathrooms and finished with the same warm, characterful detailing, including a memorable red-walled cabin, offer flexible and comfortable accommodation ideally suited to families or groups of friends. Every cabin is thoughtfully appointed with quality finishes and modern comforts, creating restful sanctuaries at the end of each day exploring. INDIANA carries a well-chosen selection of water toys for diving, snorkelling and fun at anchor, perfectly suited to the rich marine life of the Andaman Sea, and is supported by an attentive, professional crew of six to seven with expert local knowledge, who deliver polished, personalised service and expert guidance on the region’s finest anchorages, beaches and dive sites. With her Bilgin pedigree, her characterful Joachim Kinder interior, her deck Jacuzzi and her unique year-round Phuket base, INDIANA offers a genuinely distinctive charter for those seeking to explore the wonders of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. She cruises Thailand and the Andaman Sea year-round, giving charter guests access to a rich variety of islands, beaches and dive sites in one of the world’s most spectacular tropical cruising grounds. For charterers seeking somewhere truly different, INDIANA offers a rare chance to explore the wonders of Thailand and the Andaman Sea from the deck of a characterful, capable explorer, backed by a crew who know these waters intimately. Available through Northrop and Johnson from EUR 99,000 per week.
