Go Live-Aboard sailing Without having to BUY the boat!

Many people buy a used boat thinking they can jump aboard and go cruising but then discover that there is a huge preparation required before that cruising adventure can actually begin; preparations that ultimately take a large chunk out of that well guarded cruising kitty and delaying departure sometimes for years.

The MS Independence is offering the "live aboard" cruising experience to families, couples and groups for periods of a month or longer or you can divide a trip into segments over a year or more. This is a boat that has already circumnavigated the globe and transited the Atlantic and the Pacific numerous times. She is tried and tested true and with recent improvements, is ready to voyage again.

At prices comparable to 50ft bareboats with Captain you can negotiate a bulk rate for longer trips. Be your own crew with the assistance of captain and one crew who know the vessel better than anyone and plan your own voyages with the knowledgable presence of a lifetime world sailor. The Independence is stocked with all the basics as well as those valuable spares and back up systems, satellite communications, lots of linens, dishes and cookery, onboard laundry and high production water-makers. You stock the extras and make like home. Best of all, no previous experience is required. Captain Michel and crew will instruct you as you go along. If you do have experience, all the better!

What about voyage partnership? Collect trusted friends to join and schedule the boat for a year or more, together or interchanging and thus sharing the cost. This could really broaden your horizons!

If this looks like the answer to your dilema of what to do about that cruising dream that just hasn't gotten any closer, Please contact us with your questions and proposals.

Prices are negotiable as we consider your proposal and your means.

Basic price idea as follows

The whole boat for 10 = 15.000 US for 2 weeks, 25000 for a month, food and drinks extra.
By cabin: Per Person in US$
Top Laird Suite: 1 week 1500, /2 weeks 2500, /month 4000
Don Juan Suite: 1 week 1200, /2 weeks 2000, /month 3500
Mid cabin: 1 week 1000, /2 weeks 1800, /month 3000
Mahogany cabin: 1 week 900, /2 weeks 1500, /month 2500
Bears den: 600, /2 weeks 1000, /month 1500,
Food included, drinks extra.

Contact us for details