L HIPPOCAMPE | 2008
Nautor Swan
L HIPPOCAMPE
About L HIPPOCAMPE
Best for: active families with young children, with water-sports-focused friend groups a close second.
Built by Nautor Swan in 2008, L'Hippocampe is a 30-metre performance sailing yacht with a crew assembled specifically to deliver a high-end, bespoke experience on the water. The standout is Captain Ella Holmes: a regatta-proven New Zealand sailor and certified swim instructor who has taught hundreds of children to swim, making her unusually well placed to run a safe, genuinely relaxed charter for families.
Four cabins accommodate up to eight guests across a master suite, a VIP cabin, a double, and a convertible twin, each with its own ensuite. The four-person crew covers every angle: engineer Tilo keeps foils, diving gear, kite rigs, and the Williams 415 jet tender in peak condition, while stewardess and sommelier Anna brings Michelin-starred hospitality and expert wine pairing to every meal aboard. Toys run from e-foil and kitesurfing to wakeboarding, snorkelling, freediving, and SUP, so there is rarely a quiet moment unless you want one.
Specifications
Water sports & toys
- • Wakeboard’s
- • Snorkeling equipment
- • Fishing equipment
- • Diving Equipment
- • Williams’s 415 Diesel Jet Tender
- • SUP
- • E-Foil
- • Kite Surf
Onboard amenities
Entertainment
All cabins have a TV‘s with Apple TV.
A projector outside for movie nights.
Bimini + shade tent at anchor.
Starlink.
Accommodations
L ́ Hippocampe can accommodate up to 8 people in 4 cabins on board. Her interior features a master suite, a VIP cabin, a double cabin and a convertible twin cabin, all with ensuite bathrooms.
Guest policy
Meet the crew
Gallery
Details
Dive programme
Diving Equipment on board
Green initiatives
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Guest reviews
We want to extend our deepest thanks for the most unforgettable two-week sailing charter aboard L’Hippocampe. Every aspect of the experience was exceptional—marked by professionalism, first-class cuisine and service, attention to detail, and creative, delightful surprises that made each evening feel magical.
Captain Ella, your confident leadership and deep passion for sailing shaped every day beautifully. You thoughtfully curated our itinerary based on the weather and offered us wonderful options for our time ashore. Each day felt like it was crafted with such care and consideration—it made all the difference. You brought together an extraordinary crew who poured heart and soul into every moment. The food was beyond gourmet—absolutely delicious, creative, and always beautifully presented.
Chef Jordan, your eloquent explanations made each dish feel like a work of art. You thoughtfully accommodated our food allergies and preferences, making every meal an experience.
Anna, your warm presence and radiant smile brightened every day. You were so gracious and helpful, whether during meals, tidying our cabins, or taking care of laundry. The themed dinners were a delightful surprise—each one uniquely decorated, with personalized invitations and elegant touches. Your sommelier skills elevated the experience even further with thoughtfully chosen local wines, and your white glove service was pure class.
Tilo, your charm and enthusiasm for sailing were infectious. You handled every behind-the-scenes detail with such agility and care—scaling the mast, setting the sails, ferrying us ashore, and always ready to fix anything that needed attention. Your passion shone through in everything you did.
To preserve the memories, Ella created a beautiful photo journal, and Tilo produced a stunning video with drone footage that truly moved us. It brought tears to our eyes.
By the end of our journey, we felt like a family. Saying goodbye was emotional, but we know this isn’t the end—we’ll absolutely keep in touch and look forward to finding you somewhere else in the world for another unforgettable sailing adventure.
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In demand — 24 weeks already reserved. Popular dates go quickly.
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