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HIGHLANDER (Feadship 50m)


1986 · 49.5 m · 6 cabins · 12 berths

Season Rates From €150,000 per week

Published weekly charter rates

Cruising AreaDatesGuestsWeekly RateExpenses
Caribbean1 Nov 2026 to 20 Dec 202612€150,000All expenses extra
Caribbean21 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 202712€170,000All expenses extra
Caribbean4 Jan 2027 to 30 Apr 202712€150,000All expenses extra
East Mediterranean1 May 2027 to 30 Jun 202712€150,000All expenses extra
West Mediterranean1 May 2027 to 30 Jun 202712€150,000All expenses extra

These are the owner's published rates, confirmed with the operator when you enquire; expenses depend on the terms shown in each row.

Specifications & Equipment 6 cab · 12 berths · 6 wc

49.5m · 1986 · Sail boat

Length49.5m
Beam8.6m
Cabins6
Berths12
WC6
Year1986
TypeSail boat

Crew

  • 11 crew members

Cabin Layout

  • Primary cabin: 1 king bed, 1 shower, 1 head
  • VIP cabin: 1 queen bed, 1 shower, 1 head
  • Guest cabin: 1 queen bed, 1 shower, 1 head
  • 2 x Guest cabin: 1 double bed, 1 shower, 1 head
  • Guest cabin: 1 twin bed, 1 shower, 1 head

Amenities

Air ConditioningBeach clubMovie TheatreDance floorExercise equipmentLight fishing gearGymHelipadiPod dockJacuzzi on deckMassage RoomMedia movie serverSatellite CommunicationsSatellite TVSpaStabilizersStabilizers At AnchorWi-Fi

Water Toys

Inflatable WatertoysFoilboardJet Skis (standup)KayakKneeboardPaddleboardsSeabobsTube - towableWakeboardWater skis - adultWaverunners (Sit Down)

Diving & Snorkelling

Snorkeling Equipment

Tenders

1x 12m Chase boat 'Lowlander'

Technical Details

  • Engines: 2x Detroit Diesel 16V 149 engines
  • Construction: Aluminum
  • Flag: Jamaica
Broker Description About this yacht

Description supplied by the yacht's central agent

For this first time in history, the legendary 49.45m Feadship M/Y HIGHLANDER will be available for charter in the CARIBBEAN this winter & in the MEDITERRANEAN this Summer.

Originally built for Malcolm Forbes by De Vries in 1986, the Bannenberg design Feadship was long seen as one of the best-known symbols of big business, cruising the east coast of the USA as a corporate yacht for Forbes magazine.

Recently purchased by her new owners, HIGHLANDER (ex The Highlander) underwent a comprehensive refit at Derecktor Florida including a full interior relook, lengthening of the hull, major mechanicals and full paint job. From Liz Taylor, Robert De Niro and Harrison Ford to Margaret Thatcher, Ronald Reagan and HRH Prince Charles, the guest lists for The Highlander read like a who’s who of the world’s glamorous movie stars and heads of state.

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Today, HIGHLANDER offers well-appointed accommodations for 12 charter guests in 7 staterooms. Timeless styling, original pop art works, beautiful furnishings and sumptuous interior features throughout her living areas to create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere. HIGHLANDER'S impressive leisure and entertainment facilities make her the ideal charter yacht for socialising and entertaining family and friends.

Key Features

• The Forbes Yacht - Great history

• Disco & Media Room

• Very experienced Chef

• Large selection of toys

• Massage room

• Bath tubs in all cabins

This description comes from the yacht's listing and was not written by SailChecker.

Good to know Location · Licences · Cancellation
Licences
None needed: this is a fully crewed charter. The professional crew hold all required licences, so no sailing qualifications or experience are required from your party.
Cancellation
Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).

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