SAMIRA is an elegant 55-metre motor yacht built by the prestigious Dutch shipyard Amels and delivered in 2003, originally named La Masquerade and comprehensively refitted and upgraded over a series of programmes running through to 2025 at a combined cost approaching sixteen million euros, leaving her presented in truly immaculate, turnkey condition. A quintessential example of Amels craftsmanship and Northern European pedigree, she was designed inside and out by the yachting legend Terence Disdale, whose signature style combines contemporary lines with timeless, classic elegance. Remarkably, she offers almost twenty per cent more volume, at 802 gross tonnes, than any other 55-metre Amels model, giving her generous, light and airy interior spaces alongside expansive exterior decks. Built on a full-displacement steel hull with an aluminium superstructure over three decks, she is a comfortable, sea-kindly cruiser fitted with stabilisers that work both at anchor and underway, and her substantial range makes her well suited to relaxed exploration of her favourite Mediterranean cruising grounds. Terence Disdale’s interior creates a welcoming and understated atmosphere throughout, with natural light entering through wide windows to soften the main salon and formal dining area. A grand piano adds a touch of sophistication to the lounge, while the sky lounge above offers another comfortable, view-filled space in which to unwind, and the overall layout supports easy movement throughout the yacht, giving guests the choice of both connection and quiet retreat. Life on deck is equally impressive across her tri-deck design, which offers an abundance of al fresco entertainment space. The open sundeck provides both shaded and sunny zones with comfortable seating and a sizeable dining setting aft, while the bridge deck presents a further generous outdoor dining area, ideal for leisurely lunches and dinners in the breeze. A large swim platform at the stern gives direct access to the sea and to her selection of water toys, from jet skis and Seabobs to paddleboards, wakeboards and snorkelling equipment. Accommodation is arranged for up to 12 guests in five generous cabins. The grand full-beam master suite is positioned forward on the main deck, a serene and private retreat with abundant natural light, while a full-beam VIP suite and three further double cabins, two of which have an additional full-size single bed, are located on the lower deck, all beautifully finished with en-suite bathrooms and arranged for privacy and comfort. A professional crew of 13 delivers relaxed, attentive and discreet service throughout. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, SAMIRA cruises comfortably at around 11 knots with a top speed of some 16 knots and a range of 4,000 nautical miles. Cruising the eastern and western Mediterranean, from the South of France and Monaco to Italy and the Greek islands, she offers charter guests a wonderful combination of Amels build quality, exceptional volume, timeless Disdale design and freshly refitted, contemporary comfort aboard one of the most recognisable and proven yachts in her class. With her extensive refit history, VAT-paid status and timeless design, she represents a rare combination of quality, distinction and genuine turnkey readiness on the charter market. Available for charter through Cecil Wright and Partners, SAMIRA is offered at rates from EUR 350,000 per week plus expenses.
