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MALTESE FALCON Sailing yacht for charter

• Length: 88m (288.6ft)
• 12 guests in 6 cabins
• Built: 2006 (refitted 2023), Perini Navi, Italy

The instantly recognisable 88m (288.6ft) MALTESE FALCON, acclaimed as the Finest Superyacht Ever among a host of other awards, is still one of the world’s most innovative sailing yachts. Now this truly iconic yacht is better than ever having undergone a huge double refit in summer 2022 and winter 2022-23 with an endless series of mind-blowing upgrades.

Exciting and rare, offering iconic elegance and innovation.

• 18 awards since her launch, including being named ‘Finest Superyacht Ever’ by Superyacht World magazine
• 2022/2023 extensive interior, exterior and engineering refit
• Unique three-deck sky-lit atrium
• Wellness facilities: massage room & fully equipped gym
• Private VIP deck
• Largest outdoor cinema projected on the lower sail and indoor cinema
• Large aft shaded Bimini/Circus
• 2,400 square metres of sail can be set within six minutes

About MALTESE FALCON

The instantly recognisable 88m (288.6ft) MALTESE FALCON, acclaimed as the Finest Superyacht Ever among a host of other awards, is still one of the world’s most innovative sailing yachts. Now this truly iconic yacht is better than ever having undergone a huge double refit in summer 2022 and winter 2022-23 with an endless series of mind-blowing upgrades.

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As well as a gleaming hull repaint, there is a new extendable passerelle that takes you all the way down to the water where there is a new inflatable platform for beach-club sea-level living. The flybridge has a new circular sunbed that rotates with the sun. Inside you’ll find her guest areas brighter and more welcoming with lighter woods, cream panels and new tapestries.

There’s a new cinema room on the main deck, a redesigned Japanese-style dining room and her gym shares a state-of-the-art MS Sculpt electric muscle stimulator with the massage room. As well as the latest Starlink Wi-Fi throughout and a wheelhouse brimming with the latest technology, she now operates more sustainably with LED lighting throughout, a new engine control room and new generators for lower noise and vibration.

Her unique features remain, like the three-deck sky-lit atrium where the stairs spiral around the main mast, an iconic architectural wonder. You can still indulge your passion for film with the world’s largest outdoor cinema, where movies are projected onto the lower sail so you can watch from the flybridge. The main deck aft, now shaded by a stylish new hardtop, is even better suited to entertainment with open-air dining aft and a circular sit-up bar, revamped with cream marble and new sound and light systems.

On the water, you'll find whatever you're looking for in MALTESE FALCON's garage of brand-new toys. She has a 10m (33ft) Pascoe tender to ferry guests into port or onto a deserted beach for a BBQ and thrill them on waterskis and wakeboards. SeaBobs, kayaks, SUPs, jet surfs, snorkelling equipment, windsurfers - she has plenty to keep you entertained.

When it's time for bed, the full-beam master suite on the lower deck has a large walk-in wardrobe and adjoining gym as well as his-and-hers bathrooms, now with jacuzzi bath as well as a shower room. As principal you may be tempted to take the private VIP deck instead, aft facing on the flybridge with access to the terrace and walkaround side decks, as it has a brand-new bed with a TV that rises from beneath it. There are an additional four double cabins on the lower deck, each with en suite facilities.

Be one of the first to experience this reborn icon of the seas. Get in touch now to book your MALTESE FALCON charter.

Tenders & toys

• 2 × Tenders
• Anti-jellyfish pool
• Inflatable platform
• 4 × SeaBobs
• 2 × Jetsurfs
• 2 × eFoils
• 4 × Kayaks
• 4 × Stand up paddleboards
• Inflatable tows
• Fishing gear
• Snorkelling gear

Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. Contact a Burgess broker for the latest information.

Fitness equipment

• Cross trainer
• Free weights
• Resistance bands
• Training bench
• Yoga instructor
• Massage room
• On board masseuse

Please note that fitness equipment and wellness facilities are subject to regular upgrades and changes. Contact a Burgess broker for the latest information.

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MALTESE FALCON Yacht for Charter

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Whether you’re lounging in the sun-drenched salon, enjoying gourmet dining under the stars, or simply reveling in the serenity of the open sea, our yacht provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable escape into the world of maritime luxury.

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MALTESE FALCON Yacht for Charter

Combining space with true sailing performance capabilities, MALTESE FALCON is one of the most iconic charter yachts afloat. Built by the Italian yard Perini Navi in 2006, she set new standards when she was delivered with her revolutionary sailing system, known as the “Falcon Rig”. The immense DynaRig, powers her through the waves at record shattering speeds, delivering exceptional sailing in uncompromised luxury. 

Offering a truly unique charter experience, her massive exterior spaces and a luxurious décor make MALTESE FALCON the ideal choice for large-scale entertaining, family holidays or simply a superyacht charter with groups of friends. Among her unique offerings are the vast sails, which are not only exciting for their sheer sail power but can also be used to create the largest outdoor cinema screen on the water. She has recently been refitted to include an upper deck Jacuzzi (which offers front row seats to the alfresco cinema), a spa area, complete with an on board masseuse within her crew, and a fully-equipped gym. 

The Ken Freivokh interior is luxurious and practical; sporting all the latest in technology, it features leather, glass, wood and steel along with stunning pieces of modern art to soften the industrial materials. Her spacious salon is the ideal place to socialize with large groups, and she also has a formal dining salon with seating for up to 12 guests. 

For fun in the sun, try some of her water toys, which includes Jet Skis, standup paddleboards, scuba diving equipment and an inflatable slide, which can be attached to the upper deck. 

Spacious guest accommodation includes a full beam master suite with a huge dressing room and private gym, and four equal sized double cabins on the lower deck, which can be connected to create two large suites. The VIP cabin on the upper deck has direct access to the upper aft deck with Jacuzzi.

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• 10m Pascoe Open tender with 440hp engine
• 10m Pascoe cabin tender with 400hp engine
• 3 x F5S SeaBobs
• 2 x Radinn electric jet surf
• 4 x stand up paddle boards
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• 2 x Windsurfer
• 3 x wakeboards (2 x adult, 1 x child)
• Waterskis (1 x Jobe Allerge 67" Set, 1 x Connelly 68" Slalom)
• 9 x Inflatables (2 x Jobe Chaser 4 pax, 2 x Jobe Rumble Donuts, 2 x Cressi donuts, Jobe Airstream II, Airhead Viper, beach lilo)
• Anti-jellyfish pool
• Snorkelling gear (12 pax)
• Fishing gear
• Large inflatable platform (three pieces with handrail & swim ladder - 1 x 3mx2m, 2 x 3mx5m)
• Full beach set-up equipment including beach games
• Additional watertoys can be rented upon request.

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MALTESE FALCON, a 88.0 m Sail Yacht built in Turkey and delivered in 2006, is the flagship of Perini Navi .

Her top speed is 19.5 kn, her cruising speed is 16.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 4000.0 nm at 14.0 kn, with power coming from two Deutz-MWM diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 staterooms, with 19 crew members. She has a gross tonnage of 1112.0 GT and a 12.47 m beam.

She was designed by Ken Freivokh , who has designed 37 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database.

The naval architecture was developed by Perini Navi (40 other superyachts architected) and Dykstra Naval Architects (28 other superyachts architected), and the interior of the yacht was designed by Ken Freivokh (136 other superyacht interiors designed), Sinnex and Perini Navi (48 other superyacht interiors designed) - she is built with a Teak deck, a Steel hull, and Aluminium superstructure.

MALTESE FALCON is in the top 5% by LOA in the world. She is one of 3 sailing yachts in the 80-90m size range, and, compared to similarly sized sailing yachts, her cruising speed is 2.0 kn above the average.

MALTESE FALCON is currently sailing under the Malta flag, the 3rd most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 1108 yachts registered. She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Greece. For more information regarding MALTESE FALCON's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .

Specifications

• Name: MALTESE FALCON
• Yacht Type: Sail Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Motorsailer
• Builder: Perini Navi
• Naval Architect: Dykstra Naval Architects , Perini Navi
• Exterior Designer: Ken Freivokh
• Interior Designer: Sinnex , Ken Freivokh , Perini Navi
• Refits: 2023,2023,2023

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Features & Specifications

• Double cabins 6
• Build/refit 2006 / 2016
• Naval architect PERINI NAVI / DYKSTRA NAVAL ARCHITECTS
• Length 88.0 M ( 288.7 FT )
• Beam 12.9 M ( 42.3 FT )
• Gross Tonnage 1,110 GT
• Hull material STEEL
• Engines 2 X 1,499HP DEUTZ 2 X 280 KW NORTHERN LIGHTS, 1 X 155 KW NORTHERN LIGHTS, 1 X 80 NORTHERN LIGHTS
• Cruising speed (knots) 14 KNOTS

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88m / 288.71ft

The iconic MALTESE FALCON delivers exceptional sailing performance in uncompromised luxury. A wide array of tenders and toys, the largest outdoor cinema screen on the water and sheer sail power all add to the experience.

The mighty MALTESE FALCON set new standards in 2006 when she left the Italian yard Perini Navi. With a revolutionary sailing system ‘the Falcon Rig’, it was the first of its kind to be seen on the market.

Today, she is one of the most iconic yachts available and offers an exceptional charter experience. Her dedicated and talented crew ensure that every detail is taken care of and with the addition of an upper deck jacuzzi (which offers front row seats to the al fresco cinema), a new spa area complete with on board masseuse and a refurbished gym she delivers on every level.

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9 Fascinating Facts About the ‘Maltese Falcon,’ One of the World’s Most Iconic Sailing Yachts

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At the time of its 2006 delivery, the 289-foot Maltese Falcon held the title of the world’s largest sailing yacht—nearly stretching the length of a football field, with a 42-foot beam. The Falcon ’s first-place status has been eclipsed by more recent launches, including the 348-foot Black Pearl and Jeff Bezos’s 417-foot Koru . But the Maltese Falcon remains one of the most iconic boats on the water as well as one of the largest sailing yachts for charter via Burgess.

Commissioned by the late Tom Perkins—a pioneer of Silicon Valley’s venture capital industry who was briefly married to romance novelist Danielle Steel (his own novel, Sex and the Single Zillionaire, is still available on Amazon)—and built by Perini Navi, Maltese Falcon has won 18 design awards since its launch. Naval architecture was by Gerard Dijkstra, with the original design by Ken Freivokh.

The three-mast sailing yacht last year completed an interior, exterior, and engineering refit at Lusben shipyard. The series of aesthetic and functional improvements include the hull being repainted in Perini Blue and a new extendable passerelle that takes guests down to the water. The teak deck was also replaced, and interiors refurbished with lighter woods, cream panels, and new tapestries.

Here are nine cool facts you didn’t know about the Maltese Falcon .

The FalconRig

The innovative masts and sails, inspired by the 1960s DynaRig concept, were produced by U.K.-based Insensys. The FalconRig is based on three rotating and freestanding masts made from “weapons-grade” carbon fiber, capable of deploying up to 24,756 square feet of sail in six seconds (the average time it takes to tie a necktie) at the push of a button. The huge sail area is spread over 15 sails to greatly reduce the loads while delivering a potential top speed of 25 knots. Maltese Falcon carries a total of 25 sails, giving it 10 to spare. Despite its success, the technology has not been widely adopted, though Black Pearl comes close with its DynaRig system.

This is Where the Magic Happens

All this innovation was only possible with specialized technology, including sensors in the sails that measure loads, wind speeds, and tidal currents, specialized software that Perkins wrote to help crunch this data in nanoseconds and a centralized control center that does most of the sailing automatically. Perkins’s goal was to create a complex but very easy-to-handle sailing machine. He once boasted: “I can teach any sailor how to handle the yacht in five minutes.”

Two Cinemas

One of the yacht’s most unique features is the world’s largest outdoor cinema (above) projected onto the lower sail. Guests can watch from the flybridge or the lounging space at the bow of the sundeck. Since the refit, there is now an indoor cinema (below), with wood paneling and comfy sofas that deliver a Zen vibe.

Three-deck Atrium

Under Perkins’s stewardship, Maltese Falcon contained an incredible collection of modern art, which served as inspiration for the yacht’s “luxury machine” interior penned by Freivokh. It combined industrial chic with high tech, manifested in leather, glass, wood, and steel. The art may no longer be on board and the interior has been refurbished, but the three-deck atrium, with stairs spiraling around the main mast (below), remains a showstopping feature.

Six Years in Build

The hull was built on spec in 1989 by Perini Navi and sat for 10 years waiting for the right owner. When Perkins, who had spent a decade planning the vessel, green-lit the build process, it took from 2000 to 2006, or about twice the time of a typical custom superyacht because of its complexity. Perkins had amassed a fleet of vessels over a 25-year period that included the 141-foot Perini Navi Andromeda la Dea,  a 154-foot ketch of the same name, and the Herreshoff classic Mariette of 1915 . He also owned a restored classic yacht called Atlantide . But Maltese Falcon was Perkins’s opus. He wanted a high-tech, but easy-to-handle sailing machine. He once boasted: “I can teach any sailor how to handle the yacht in five minutes.”

Rotating Sunbed

Maltese Falcon is known for its large modern spaces, including an indoor/outdoor bar area where the glitterati have mingled on deck. Among the yacht’s many refit improvements is a new circular sunbed on the flybridge that rotates with the sun to deliver maximum tanning exposure, guest convenience, and a continuous stream of panoramic vistas.

The Bogart Connection

The name Maltese Falcon was inspired by the 1941 American film noir of the same name, directed by John Huston, that starred Humphrey Bogart and Peter Lorre. Many consider it the greatest detective movie ever made. The black bird, originally made in gold and encrusted with jewels, is also a symbol of extreme wealth. The emblem appears throughout the yacht, on the sails, the linen, and in the form of a bronze sculpture positioned by the indoor cinema.

Two Masters

Officially, there is only one full-beam master suite (top), with a large walk-in wardrobe, an adjoining gym, and his-and-hers bathrooms with a Jacuzzi bath and shower room. However, the private full-beam VIP (bottom) is a close runner up, which many consider a second primary. Facing the flybridge with access to the terrace and walkaround side decks, it has a new bed with a television that rises from the floor. There are an additional four double cabins on the lower deck, each with en suite facilities.

A Full Chest of Water Toys

It’s not surprising that a yacht renowned for being technologically advanced should hold a plethora of toys and other cool amenities. The onboard gym has a state-of-the-art MS Sculpt electric muscle stimulator for toning without breaking a sweat. In the water, there are eFoils, paddleboards, and jetsurfers. The two original Pascoe tenders remain, though Perkins took the DeepFlight Super Falcon personal submersible with him when he sold the yacht in 2009. It was the world’s first “winged submersible” built by Hawkes Ocean Technologies and was named in honor of Maltese Falcon . He later installed the sub aboard his motor yacht Dr No , a converted fisheries training ship, which he used to explore the Pacific Islands.

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The Maltese Falcon is a superyacht that can flaunt something that not many other vessels in the world can- her speed. The yacht is a unique aesthetic appeal, meeting luxury while carrying engineering genius.

The Maltese Falcon is one of the finest and fastest superyachts with sails of the maritime world.  The luxury vessel can attain record-breaking speeds under good wind conditions. With her speed, this yacht can cross the entire Atlantic within ten days!

It was named the finest superyacht by the magazine Superyacht world. The luxurious Maltese Falcon was launched in 2006 by Perini Navi. It was built for American businessman Tom Perkins. The yacht flaunts a revolutionary sailing system called DynaRig, developed by Dykstra Naval Architects. It is called the Falcon Rig and includes three self-standing and rotating carbon fiber masts which host fifteen sails.

She has won several regattas, the most recent being the 2018 regatta held in Porto Cervo, Sardinia. She won five awards every day, came top of her class and came out as the overall winner. The fabulous sailing yacht features internal and external design by the famous Ken Freivokh.

The speedy cruise is not just a luxury yacht. It’s an 88-meter beauty, covering a total sail area of 2400 square meters that can go to a maximum speed of 18 knots. Even at 14 knots, this cruiser can possess a range of 3,000 nautical miles. And an even better part is that it all can be looked into by a single sailor, making this system more efficient than any other.

Besides being a true speedy vessel, luxury features are also among the best things about this yacht. At a given time, it can indulge twelve guests in five lower deck staterooms and one upper passage cabin with its own private cockpit. Each of these staterooms features a queen-sized berth.

There is also a VIP cabin on the upper deck which, too, offers a queen-sized berth. The full-beam main suite on the lower deck is taking it a notch higher. It features a king-sized berth, a separate dressing room and a private gymnasium for the guests.

For additional luxury, four staterooms can be modified to make two super luxurious super spacious VIP suites with personal bathrooms. And it’s not just the accommodation . Every bit of Maltese Falcon spells luxury.

The interior, yacht architecture and design have been done intelligently to give a better sense of space and lighting everywhere on the yacht. The peak in the atrium features a unison point for the three decks. The three decks are united by a circular stairway surrounding the main mast.

The transparent floors let natural light flood creating a captivating ambience. The effects of this natural light can be felt up to the lower decks through the fine floors. The main deck features a main saloon, a private gym, an aft cockpit, two separate studio areas and a formal dining room.

It also has a full complement of fishing gear, including other water sports equipment and water toys like windsurfers, waterskis, dinghies-Kawasaki ultra lx, a large quiver of sails, wakeboards, kneeboards, flyboard, a jetpack and jet board floating teak platform etc. For entertainment, there is an outdoor cinema and outdoor gym equipment too.

It also features a sunbathing area, a massage room, a jacuzzi and a direct pathway to a cutting-edge wheelhouse. This makes the main deck the most important and busiest part of the yacht. However, the design and architecture of all these have been done to ensure that the main deck retains its sense of openness while accommodating maximum features.

The onboard facilities available on this yacht include a fifty-inch plasma screen TV placed in the main saloon, SAT TV and DVD throughout, and Wi-Fi access everywhere on the vessel.

The main suite features its fifty-inch plasma screen, while the staterooms possess forty-two inches screens. Even the upper deck passage cabin has been provided with a thirty-two-inch plasma screen TV and other amenities.

And for those likely to get bored of the TV, all-time internet connection and breathtaking views from the yacht, there are other options to step out in the open as well.

The Falcon features two 32-foot RIB tenders, four laser sailing boats, 14 feet Castold jet tender, six sets of dive gear, water skis, and snorkelling gear. It would be safe to say that this yacht plans to spoil her guests in every way possible.

The beauty of the Mediterranean sea, where this yacht is available for charter, remains the main highlight. But there is so much more to this vessel that it would be captivating.

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1. why is the maltese falcon yacht so famous.

The Maltese Falcon is one of the finest and fastest superyachts with sails of the maritime world.  The luxury vessel can attain record-breaking speeds under good wind conditions. With her speed, this yacht can cross the entire Atlantic within ten days.

2. What are the luxurious things in the yacht?

Apart from the king and queen-size suites, it has four laser sailing boats, 14 feet Castold jet tender, six sets of dive gear, water skis, and snorkelling gear. It also has a cinema, gym, massage room with a massage therapist, a jacuzzi and much more.

3. What are the physical dimensions of this superyacht?

It’s an 88-meter beauty, covering a total sail area of 2400 square meters that can go to a maximum speed of 18 knots. Even at 14 knots, this cruiser can possess a range of 3,000 nautical miles.

4. What is the speciality of the Maltese Falcon?

It is known for its revolutionary sailing technology, the DynaRig, developed by Dykstra Naval Architects. It is called the Falcon Rig and includes three self-standing and rotating carbon fiber masts which host fifteen sails.

5. When was the sailing yacht launched?

The luxurious Maltese Falcon was launched in 2006 by Perini Navi in Istanbul. It was built for American businessman Tom Perkins and later put on charter.

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Capturing the sheer scale and essence of the legendary sailing yacht , brand new drone footage gets closer than ever before to the 88m/289ft sailing yacht ‘Maltese Falcon’ .

Delivered from the world-leading Perini Navi shipyard in 2006 before being fully refit in 2015, the Maltese Falcon has remained one of the most captivating superyachts on the water.

Characterised by her spectacular DynaRig mast and the majestic bird emblazoned on her central sail, the yacht has earned her impressive reputation for fusing performance and luxury in an especially sophisticated style.

Currently available for charter at this year’s America’s Cup , the Maltese Falcon is perfect for both families and friends looking to enjoy a totally unique private yacht charter vacation this year.

Take a look at the all new footage below.

Perfectly illustrating the giant dimensions of the yacht, the footage shows the Maltese Falcon as she sits in the harbour dwarfing a series of motor yachts .

Whilst the camera doesn’t venture on board, the Ken Freivokh designed interior is truly one of a kind, with a number of glossy finishes and bright furnishings creating a calming atmosphere.

Likewise, it is only once the sails are attached that it’s possible to appreciate the exterior cinema which projects the latest blockbusters onto the main sail- the perfect feature for rounding off a day on the water.

Capable of accommodating up to 12 guests at a time, the Maltese Falcon includes a single master cabin, a VIP suite, and 4 double cabins. Each fitted with state of the art entertainment systems, guests can be assured of outstanding comfort and luxury when returning to their respective berth for the night.

As a wholly prestigious and groundbreaking sailing yacht, a charter vacation on board the Maltese Falcon is all but unrivalled

In order to find out more regarding S/Y Maltese Falcon, and her current availability, please get in touch with your preferred charter broker .

Alternatively, take a look at all of the superyachts which are open for charter in the Caribbean .

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Maltese Falcon Yacht: Everything You Want To Know

The Maltese Falcon is a sailing superyacht that is one of the largest sailing yachts on the planet. It was first launched back in 2006 although you could argue it was actually launched in 1990 as the bare hull actually hit the water back then but it wasn’t actually built into a full vessel that was sailing until 2006. It took six years to finalize the design and construction before launch. Despite its remarkable size and apparent complexity, the yacht is designed such that a single person could operate it by themselves if they wanted to. 

The yacht comes in at 289 feet in length, definitely making it ones of the largest sailing yachts in the world. It features what they call a Dyna-Rig system with three 190’ rotating masts, each supporting five sails.

Who Owns the Sailing Yacht Maltese Falcon?

The original owner of the Maltese Falcon was American venture capitalist Thomas Perkins. He only had the yacht for two years however, buying it in 2006 and then selling it in 2008. The company Pleon Ltd bought the yacht and has been operating it ever since, mostly as a charter vessel.  Since that time it’s become one of the most famous and easily recognizable yachts on the water and has turned up all over the world. 

What Is a Maltese Falcon?

The name of the yacht comes from the movie of the same name, itself based on a book. The Maltese Falcon is a valuable statue made of gold and jewels but disguised to look plain. By the end of the story no one actually has it or knows where it is. In the story it qualifies as a Macguffin, something that is sort of a misdirect and isn’t really what’s important.  

How Do The Sails Work on the Maltese Falcon?

As mentioned, the Falcon uses a DynaRig system. The furling sails are stored inside the masts. The masts themselves are actually made of weapons grade carbon fiber which, as you can imagine, is both highly advanced and not inexpensive by any means. 

When an operator simply pushes a button, they automatically deploy along tracks in just six minutes. The sails have no rigging and they can be trimmed by simply rotating the masts with the electronic control panel. That works out to 25,800 square feet of material in 15 sails. All of it can be controlled from a panel that’s basically like a large desktop computer. 

According to Perkins, at the time it was built, the Falcon sailed as close to the wind as any yacht, of any design, that had more than one mast. He also proclaimed that the computer control system, while obviously having a complicated amount of work to do, was so simple to control he could teach someone with no sailing experience at all how to use it in under 5 minutes. 

This actually caused a little bit of controversy when it was introduced and demonstrated to others. As has happened with similar high tech sailing yachts, there are some yachting or sailing purists who believe a sailing vessel should be sailed the old fashioned way and that using technology to take the manual sailing part out of the equation is considered almost like an insult. Of course, that’s all personal preference and many people think this is the evolution of sailing and love the convenience of being able to have technology manage all the hard work. 

What’s the Maltese Falcon Yacht Interior Like?

The main reason that the Maltese Falcon has been so popular as a charter yacht for all these years is that the interior is everything you’d expect from a superyacht and then some. It has a lot of stuff going on.

There are six suites on board the Maltese Falcon, one Master, one VIP along with 4 double suites, which offer accommodations for 12 guests. If you’re so included, the 4 double suits can actually be combined to create two more VIP suites to accomodate fewer guests but with a little more luxury.

In addition, the boat is manned by 16 to 19 crew who have 8 cabins although it’s worth mentioning again, as stated above, a single person can actually operate this boat. That’s because there is a very sophisticated computer control system that monitors and manages all operational aspects of the vessel. The sails can be raised and lowered with the touch of a button. The ship’s sensors can detect ships in currents and wind and make adjustments to the sails as necessary to ensure it takes maximum advantage of the wind at all times as well.

One of the most famous features is the huge movie theater that is on the boat. It’s listed as the largest of any yacht in the world. How did they pull that off? The yacht actually projects movies onto the sails to use them as a screen, so you get a true movie theater experience with the size. 

For relaxation, the charter also comes with an on-board massage therapist and a treatment room you can use. This is part of the spa area and there’s also a gym as well for when you feel the need to work out. 

For more of a party atmosphere there is a bar in the main salon area that can actually be split in two with sliding doors. When that happens, it breaks it into an indoor bar and an outdoor bar. There’s plenty of deck space on the main deck and, if you’re the VIP, you’ll have your own deck space which we’ll get to shortly.

Decorative features inside include the curated art from the owners as well as accent touches that are mostly finished in wood accents that include things like Masscar ebony and walnut. Elsewhere there’s ample leather, steel, aluminum and glass. There’s an atrium onboard as well as a reading room, a massive full-beam dining room, and a large main salon area. Dining areas include the formal one as well as al fresco spaces.

When you’re looking to have fun the yacht features a lot of toys and tenders as well. There’s even a bespoke waterslide, a feature you won’t find on many vessels. There are jet skis available for use, as well as SUPs and scuba diving equipment. In addition the boat boasts a 33 foot Pascoe tender, waterskis and wakeboards, SeaBobs, kayaks, kite surf gear, paddle boards, jet surfs, windsurfers and even an inflatable platform for lounging right out on the water.

Thanks to the numerous design innovations and features on board, the Maltese Falcon actually received 18 different international awards after it was launched back in 2006 for being the most innovative sailing yacht in the world at the time. That includes earning the title of “Finest Superyacht Ever” according to Superyacht World magazine. And, all these years later, it’s still a design marvel that few other yachts have managed to rival, let alone meet. 

In 2022, the yacht underwent a refit and numerous features have been updated or replaced entirely. That includes the artwork, carpeting, electronics, the cinema, the lighting and even the piano in the main lounge. There’s a new indoor cinema room that was added as well, for those times when you want to watch a film during the day, or without dealing with the weather. 

What’s on the Maltese Falcon’s Upper Deck?

Like a hotel with a penthouse suite, the Maltese Falcon has its own VIP cabin located on the upper deck or bridge deck of the vessel. It has its own private terrace for getting away from the rest of the vessel. The master suite features two walk-in wardrobes and his and hers washrooms. There’s even a lounge and an attached gym for private use. 

The upper deck is also where you’ll find that outdoor movie theater to use when the sun goes down. When it was built it had one of the first outdoor movie screens you’d ever find on a superyacht. You could actually watch movies from inside a hot tub as well. 

What Did the Maltese Falcon Yacht Cost?

As you can imagine with a vessel of this size and all the features it has, it’s not a cheap boat. But like so many of these super yachts, the owners are not always very forthcoming with the price as not everyone likes people knowing their financial business. Way back in the year 2007, Thomas Perkins, the original owner, was interviewed on the TV show 60 Minutes. He discussed the yacht at that time and offered the somewhat vague answer that the cost of the yacht was above $150 million but below $300 million. So that’s quite a large potential range to deal with but, for most of us, the cost of a yacht is pretty expensive no matter where it sits on that scale. 

What’s the Maltese Falcon Yacht Charter Price?

If you’re not in the market to buy a yacht like the Maltese Falcon, you can charter it if you like to enjoy living the high life on the sea for a week or two at a time. The rates for chartering the Maltese Falcon depend on the time of year you want to take advantage. During the winter season you can charter it for $460,000 per week plus expenses. However, if you want it during the summer you’ll have to shell out a bit more and go in for around $523,500 per week plus expenses. A charter Maltese Falcon trip obviously isn’t in everyone’s price rage and it’s often used by celebrities, corporations and millionaires for things like vacations and celebrations.

Maltese Falcon Yacht Top Speed

The Maltese Falcon is not built for speed, of course, but it does well for a vessel of this size. It’s powered by a pair of twin Deutz engines that allow it to cruise at 16 knots. The maximum speed it can reach is an impressive 19 knots. Along with that it has a range of up to 4,600 nautical miles. That’s thanks to a 81,300 liter fuel tank that can keep it on pace at 14 knots. Of course, that’s when it’s under engine power. It is also fully capable of operating totally under sail as well. 

Under sail, the top speed for the Maltese Falcon has been clocked at a very respectable 24 to 25 knots. It’s able to cross the Atlantic ocean in just 10 days. 

The Bottom Line

Though it’s an older yacht than some of the other headline-grabbing superyachts you’ll hear about these days like Jeff Bezos’ yacht or even the Lamborghini yacht, the Maltese Falcon is extremely popular and offers amazing amenities for those who can afford to charter it. It’s still consider the best sailing yacht in the world by many.

At 268 feet in length, the yacht can reach up to 25 knots under sail and it has room for 12 guests. It’s known for its massive movie theater which projects movies onto the sails, not to mention the sails themselves which are controlled electronically and can be operated by one lone person.

The yacht cost somewhere between $150 million and $300 million and can be charted for between $460,000 and $523,000 per week, depending on the time of year. 

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• Length 88m (289ft)
• Year 2006 / 2023
• Builder Perini Navi

Experience the radical, award-winning Maltese Falcon for yourself with a summer charter in the Mediterranean.

Aside from her excellent sailing performance, the MALTESE FALCON yacht is peppered with amenities: she’s got the largest outdoor cinema of any yacht, a light-flooded reading room and saloon, and a Jacuzzi, spa and gym. Her iconic looks are guaranteed to turn heads in any marina.

Interior Design & Engineering

When she was launched in 2006, the MALTESE FALCON sailing yacht became the first to incorporate the now-renowned Falcon Rig. Despite the appearance of an antique square rigger, it offers twice the efficiency of its predecessors and was lauded as a triumph in design and innovation.

This luxury superyacht underwent a couple of recent refits that were completed by the end of the 2022/23 Winter. As well as receiving upgraded generators and a new Wi-Fi internet system, the MALTESE FALCON yacht also got a refreshed interior. The carpets in the lounge, cabins, office and cinema room were replaced, and the furniture and artwork were updated, amongst other improvements.

MALTESE FALCON accommodates 12 guests across six cabins. The upper deck VIP suite features a private deck forward with a Jacuzzi. The rest of the guests are spread across five doubles, each with an en suite bathroom that was updated during her refit.

Yacht facilities & entertainment

If you’re not putting MALTESE FALCON through her paces at a regatta, there’s still plenty to enjoy onboard. You can unwind in the Jacuzzi aft of her main deck, where there’s plenty of space to lounge or fire up the new barbecue and enjoy an alfresco meal, then watch the setting sun with a cocktail at the bar.

After pushing yourself in the recently upgraded gym with new Pilates equipment, you can recover in the spa, relieve your aching muscles with a massage or enjoy a treatment with the new Sculpt machine. When night falls, you can watch a movie projected right onto the sails of the MALTESE FALCON sailing yacht, which becomes the largest outdoor screen on the water.

During her recent refits, one of the largest improvements was the addition of a new 10 square metre pool and sunbed on the aft flybridge, plus a new relaxation area on the VIP deck.

Toys and Crew

There’s a crew of 19 on-hand to make your MALTESE FALCON yacht charter as memorable as possible.

Her recently expanded collection of water toys includes a flyboard and jetpack, waterskis, wakeboards, kneeboards and tows, kite surfing gear, plus towable inflatables to satiate your need for adrenaline. If you want to explore what lies below, there’s enough scuba diving gear for six, while those who prefer a more relaxing paddle on the surface will enjoy the SUPs. There’s also a floating teak platform for anyone who likes to float on more sturdy ground.

• The largest outdoor cinema of any yacht
• A true trailblazer in yacht design
• Recently refitted
• Excellent sailing performance

Maltese Falcon comes with the following list of facilities. To enquire about the full list or to request further information, please speak to your yacht broker or contact us.

88m / 289ft

12.9m / 42ft

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Dykstra Naval Architects, Perini Navi S.p.A.

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Summer 2024

Mediterranean

From €490,000 per week

Winter 2024-2025

Unavailable

Our charter experts can give you some incredible options on destinations and the right yachts to take you there.Edmiston creates a bespoke itinerary to meet your needs.

Vanessa Lebreton

Cameron Stratton

Charlie Colburn

Charles Crane

Matthew Gant

Charlotte Hanlon

Rana Johnson

Holly Huffstetler

Leif Gruner

Claire Mason

Ana Westerman

Anne Lebernicheux

Splinter Fangman

Antonio de Yturbe Redo

Natalya Manoukian

Robert Shepherd

Phil Brewster

Armelle Field

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