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MALTESE FALCON Sailing yacht for charter

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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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.

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  • Anti-jellyfish pool
  • Inflatable platform
  • 4 × SeaBobs
  • 2 × Jetsurfs
  • 2 × eFoils
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  • 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

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  • 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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The Maltese Falcon, a hybrid motor/sailing superyacht, is the ultimate choice for an exclusive charter experience. She has hosted royalty, celebrities, and private families, boasting a world-class heritage asset pedigree and spectacular art collection. Perini Navi delivered her in 2006, redefining yacht design with her elegant appearance, Falcon rig sailing system, and black/silver superstructure. She offers guests the best of both worlds with exhilarating sailing performance and luxurious comfort, featuring a gym, indoor/outdoor Jacuzzi, large open-air cinema, spa, qualified therapist, and an impressive array of water toys.

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  • 18 awards since her launch, including being named ‘Finest Superyacht Ever’ by Superyacht World magazine
  • 2022 extensive interior and exterior refit including new carpets, furniture, piano in main lounge, art work, cinema, TVs, lightning, guest equipment and facilities, outdoor facilities and much more...
  • Unique three-deck sky-lit atrium where the stairs spiral around the main mast
  • Wellness facilities: massage room and fully equipped gym
  • Private VIP deck
  • New indoor cinema room
  • Largest outdoor cinema projected on the lower sail
  • 2,400 square metres of sail can be set within six minutes

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2006 | Maltese Falcon

Length | 88 m / 289 ft

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The legendary three-masted yacht commissioned by Thomas J. Perkins as his third Perini Navi, S/Y The Maltese Falcon pioneered the revolutionary sailing system now known as the Falcon Rig: with in-mast furling system designed by Fabio Perini and unprecedented automation and safety features, the rig has allowed this 88m yacht to reach the incredible speed of 25 knots.

S/Y The Maltese Falcon’s spectacular interiors were designed by Ken Freivokh.

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Maltese Falcon Yacht: The Story Behind a Sailing Icon

Maltese Falcon transformed the world of superyachts forever.

By Elite Traveler

Maltese Falcon yacht

The superyacht world moves quicky, but Maltese Falcon is one sailing yacht that has stood the test of time. Looking like a modern-day pirate ship, the 288-ft motor sailing yacht is thought to be the most photographed yacht in existence. Well into its third decade on the open sea, Maltese Falcon’s iconic design remains as relevant today as it did when she first launched.

When the  Maltese Falcon  – the brainchild of the late Tom Perkins, her first owner – launched in 1990, it had been six years in the making. After a staggering amount of research, development, design work and innovation, the  Maltese Falcon  remains a bastion of the industry nearly over three decades later.

Upon first debut, it was clear she was one of the most significant yachts of the past century. Pushing all the capabilities of superyacht design, the  Maltese Falcon  transformed the world of superyachts forever.

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Construction

Construction work was undertaken at Perini Navi’s Turkish facility in Tuzla, with the core project team made up of Perkins, naval architect Gerard Dijkstra of Dykstra Naval Architects (DNA) and Ken Freivokh of Ken Freivokh Design , who designed the interior and exterior. The yacht began life as the steel hull of an abandoned yacht project before being identified as a suitable platform for Maltese Falcon . This was the third time that Perkins had built a yacht with Perini Navi, but it would be his biggest and boldest build by far.

One of the Maltese Falcon ’s most distinctive traits is her masts and sails, and the design for the entire yacht was centered around them. Powered by square-sailed “Dynarig” technology, which was suggested and developed for the yacht by Dijkstra, she features three carbon fiber masts with a computer-run sail and mast control system that allows push button sailing.

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In a nutshell, her huge 25,791-sq-ft sail area is spread out over 15 sails – five for each mast – that are fixed to the mast’s curved yards and set and furled using an electrical control system. The freestanding masts are then rotated as desired to adjust the sails.

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This complex, yet extremely simple, system makes sailing the Maltese Falcon almost effortless for sailors of all skillsets – it takes just six minutes to set the sails and only 90 seconds to tack the yacht. The entire system can be run by just one person.

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In addition to its reliability and ease of use, the Dynarig system allows the yacht to sail fast and efficiently, delivering significant economic and environmental savings.

Her ease of use means she regularly travels under sail, vastly reducing her reliance on and consumption of fuel. She doesn’t shirk on performance either. Able to reach top speeds of 18 knots, the Maltese Falcon has more than proved herself out on the water, having won many sailing regattas including The Superyacht Cup 2010 and the Perini Cup several times.

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Freivokh describes the design of the yacht as being “form follows function,” while still upholding essential design principles, balanced proportions, and uncluttered and purposeful shapes. For the interior, Freivokh created an elegant aesthetic with an industrial edge. This effect was achieved using a combination of materials including walnut, Macassar ebony, glass, leather, carbon fiber and aluminum, complemented by beautiful artworks and sculptures.

The Maltese Falcon accommodates 12 guests in six cabins – the full beam master is positioned on the lower deck, with highlights including a full width dressing room and a private gym. The equally impressive VIP suite is located on the upper deck with direct access to the bridge and its own deck space. Four large doubles, all with ensuites, complete the picture.

The Maltese Falcon is a very social yacht that is well suited to entertaining. Her spacious layout allows for six different dining and entertainment spaces. The main deck is the focal point for guests to gather and enjoy. The large main saloon leads directly out to a circular bar that includes a full formal dining table – picture world-class dining under the stars.

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The Maltese Falcon bedroom interior

Inside are two lounges and another formal dining set up, with the dining area bearing Japanese influences. The main deck is also home to a cards and games room, and modern office facilities that make it easy to work on board. All the key spaces are linked by a striking central staircase.

The exterior spaces are home to some of the Maltese Falcon ’s most popular features. The central bar has played host to a wide variety of events and parties in its time. When it’s time to stop partying, there are plenty of options to sunbathe, dine or relax. Jacuzzis can be found inside and out, and recent additions to the yacht include a new spa facility with a hair salon and massage room (a qualified beauty and massage therapist sits among the 19-strong crew). There are numerous private spaces to escape to and enjoy the experience of life on the water.

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Chartering Maltese Falcon

Over the years her travels have taken her all over the world, clocking close to 200,000 nm with a decent proportion under sail.

Plenty of thought has been put into her charter offering, which gives a thrilling taste of all the ingredients that make superyachts so exciting including speed, high luxury and gourmet delights. As a charter favorite, it is no surprise that the Maltese Falcon also carries a rich selection of toys and tenders, and she has been set up to appeal to every kind of guest.

The Maltese Falcon is a yacht that needs to be seen to be believed, and once seen will not be forgotten. Its late creator, Perkins, summed it up beautifully when he opined: “It is not a modest thing to say, but my creation remains an unrivaled masterpiece.”

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MALTESE FALCON

CABINS: 6 | GUESTS: 12 | CREW: 19

The Maltese Falcon is an incredible hybrid motor/sailing superyacht charter, which – having hosted royalty, sporting celebrities, business icons and private families – is without doubt, the most exclusive choice for an unforgettable yachting experience. With the pedigree of a World Class Heritage Asset, and boasting a spectacular art collection, she energises and cocoons everyone in an uplifting and comfortable on board ambiance.

Delivered by Perini Navi in 2006, on her launch, the Maltese Falcon sailing yacht charter redefined the world of yacht design. In a class of her own, she pairs an elegant design and black and silver superstructure with her revolutionary sailing system, the Falcon rig.

Maltese Falcon is the iconic and unique Superyacht - Awarded the "Finest Yacht Ever" trophy in 2013 by SuperYacht World and Winner of the 2018 Perini Cup Races 5 cups including overall winner.

The best of both worlds - Maltese Falcon's charter guests enjoy the exhilarating performance of sailing with luxury and comfort. Sailing technology with proven reliability contributes to environmental sustainability. State of the art gym equipment, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzi, and the largest open air cinema on any yacht. There is also a spa with massage room and qualified beauty/massage therapist, impressive list of water toys.

Beautiful artwork, stunning interior and exterior entertaining spaces throughout the yacht. 2020 completes the multi-year refit including sail systems, hull painting, 5 year survey.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Length: 88.00 metres (288' 9")

Beam: 12.90 metres (42' 4")

Draft: 6.0 metres (19' 8")

Number of crew: 19

Built: 2006

Refit: 2020

Builder: Perini Navi

Naval architect: Perini Navi / Dykstra Naval Architects

Flag: Maltese

Hull construction: Steel

Hull configuration: Displacement

Air conditioning, Approved RYA water sports centre, Deck Jacuzzi, Gym/exercise equipment, WiFi connection on board

ACCOMMODATION

Number of guests: 12

Number of cabins: 6

Cabin configuration: 6 Double

Bed configuration: 2 King, 4 Queen

2 x 1,499hp Deutz 2 x 280 KW Northern Lights, 1 x 155 KW Northern Lights, 1 x 80 Northern Lights

Cruising Speed: 14 knots

Fuel Consumption: 350 Litres/Hr

TENDERS & WATER SPORTS

1 x 10m Pascoe open tender with 400hp engine 1 x 8.8m Scorpion 850st sterndrive tender with 260hp engine 1 x 4.3 Castoldi jet tender with 125hp engine 2 x Laser sailing dinghies 1 x Kawasaki Ultra LX (3-man) 1 x Kawasaki Ultra 310X-SE (3-man) 3 x SeaBobs 2 x stand up paddle boards 2 x windsurfer and a large quiver of sails Flyboard and jetpack Floating teak platform Slide, trampoline and aqua park Canoes Diving equipment (6 sets) (rendezvous diving only) Waterskis, wakeboards, kneeboards, & tows Monoski, sofa, banana, doughnuts Snorkelling gear Full complement of kite surf gear Full complement of fishing gear

✔ Iconic sailing yacht ✔ Spacious interior and exterior decks ✔ Excellent crew of 6  ✔ Available references

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Maltese Falcon

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Following a massive refit of over 8.5 Million Euros, MALTESE FALCON is ready to book more charters this upcoming Summer 2024!

Maltese Falcon is an incredible hybrid motor/sailing superyacht, which, having hosted royalty, sporting celebrities, business icons and private families, is without doubt, the most exclusive choice for an unforgettable charter experience. With the pedigree of a World Class Heritage Asset, and boasting a spectacular art collection, she energises and cocoons everyone in an uplifting and comfortable on-board ambience. Delivered by Perini Navi in 2006, on her launch, the Maltese Falcon redefined the world of yacht design. In a class of her own, she pairs an elegant design and black and silver superstructure with her revolutionary sailing system, the Falcon rig.

The multi award-winning MALTESE FALCON delivers exceptional sailing performance in uncompromised luxury. Her large outdoor and indoor spaces, al fresco dining options, wide array of toys, the largest outdoor cinema screen on the water and sheer sail power, all add to the experience.

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. 

Her unique features remain. 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.

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 a jacuzzi bath as well as a shower room. The private VIP deck gives the master a good run for its money and principal guests may be tempted to take this 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. 

Tender & Toys

Tenders: 10m Pascoe Open tender with 400hp engine 4.3m Castoldi Jet tender with 125hp engine Toys: 4 x SeaBobs 2 x Radinn jet surf 4 x stand up paddle boards 4 x Kayaks (2 x 2 pax, 2 x 1 pax) Windsurfer 2 x wakeboards (1 x adult, 1 x child) 3 x Inflatable platform Waterskis 4 x Inflatables Snorkelling gear (12 pax) Fishing gear Full beach set-up equipment including beach games.

Gym equipment: Techno Gym Run Personal Treadmill Techno Gym Cross Personal Elliptical Life Fitness G5 Cable Motion Gym Life Fitness bench Hand weights Pilates equipment Yoga equipment (mat, bricks and foam roller) Jump ropes Exercise bands Spa equipment: MS Sculpt (Electric Muscle Stimulator Machine)

Characteristics

Iconic and unique Superyacht - Awarded the "Finest Yacht Ever" trophy in 2013 by SuperYacht World and Winner of the 2018 Perini Cup Races 5 cups including overall winner

The best of both worlds - Guests enjoy the exhilarating performance of sailing with luxury and comfort

Sailing technology with proven reliability contributes to environmental sustainability

State of the art gym equipment, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzi, and the largest open air cinema on any yacht

Spa with massage room and qualified beauty/massage therapist, impressive list of water toys

Beautiful artwork, stunning interior and exterior entertaining spaces

2020 completes the multi-year refit including sail systems, hull painting, 5 year survey

Brand new TVs throughout and movie projector, new cinema room. Kaleidescape with Netflix and Prime is available in each cabin and there is also Apple TV in four of the guest cabins. Ipod docking stations in all cabins. The Falcon is one of its kind, in many ways and that is largely thanks to its impressively organised deck areas. They have been designed in such a way that one gets great sense of freedom while enjoying the sheer luxury of the Falcon on board. This sense of freedom could be down to the fact that she has many separate dining and entertaining locations spread out across two spacious decks – both exterior and interior. These areas can host 12 guests comfortably and can be molded to meet any requirement you should have. These areas are set out as follows: Al Fresco dining – The main aft deck is perfect for general al fresco dining and can be set up to suit an array of cuisine from around the world, whether you want a light sushi lunch or to host a canapé evening, this space can be adjusted to give it the right feel for you and your guests. The bar – On the main deck is another wonderful area that can be converted into the ideal socializing space for after dinner parties, listening to music, or chilling out with friends. Cinema – Located on the main deck it’s intricate décor and cosy atmosphere makes it ideal for indoor movie nights. Formal dining – Located on the main deck, the dining lounge exudes elegance and can be exquisitely presented to create the perfect setting for an indulgent dining experience. Upper deck dining – Aft on the upper deck is a large area suited for a cooler dining experience on a hot summers day. You and your guests can enjoy a buffet-style lunch before slipping into the sea. It is also a fantastic space to enjoy a movie night, nibbling on pizza and popcorn, while the film is projected onto the sails. All of these areas will be beautifully prepared and decorated each day and according to the needs of you and your guests by the highly qualified and appraised interior crew.

Accommodation

MALTESE FALCON offers luxurious interiors and accommodation for up to 12 guests in six cabins. Her spacious lounge with bar and piano, opening to the main deck aft’s al fresco dining and seating areas, offers a great place for social gathering. You will enjoy her brand new cinema room and office, and forward is the main dining room, which can comfortably welcome up to 12 guests.

On the lower deck, you will find the full-beam master suite with a dressing room, a separate bath and shower room en suite, and private access to the gym and the massage area. Four double cabins can also convert into two extra VIP cabins.

On the bridge deck, the VIP cabin offers direct access to a private deck with a dining and relaxing area, where you can enjoy the outdoor cinema under the stars, projected onto the lower sail.

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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?

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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?

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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?

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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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By Oliver Pearson   9 March 2017

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

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Iconic yachts: The story of the 88m sailing yacht Maltese Falcon

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Tom Perkins created one of the most sensational three-masted sailing yachts of the past 100 years when he built the 88 metre  Maltese Falcon  with  Perini Navi .

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Launched in 2006, the project took nearly six years to complete. With radical unstayed masts made of ‘weapons-grade’ carbon fibre, computerised sail and mast control system,  M a ltese Falcon,  and in particular its FalconRig, was hailed as a triumph of design, development and engineering.

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The great idea of the clipper rig is that a huge sail area, 2,415 metres square, in this case, can be spread over 15 sails, thus greatly reducing the loadings. On  Maltese Falcon  there are a total of 25 sails, giving her 10 spare.

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One of the most exciting aspects of  Maltese Falcon  is the yacht’s upwind performance. “We sail as close to the wind as any yacht, of any design, that has more than one mast,” Perkins previously said. He went on to describe the mast and sail control system as ‘almost trivial’ in its simplicity. “I can teach any sailor how to handle the yacht in five minutes,” he said. “To the best of my knowledge, this is not the case with any other big boat with reel winches.”

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The superyacht’s ‘luxury machine’ interior – a marriage of industrial chic and high tech – was designed by  Ken Freivokh  around Tom Perkins’ striking modern  art collection , and features leather, glass, wood and steel. The layout includes a master suite and five further guest cabins, and the crew of 16 is accommodated in eight cabins.

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Her long and relatively narrow hull was designed be very fast through the water, and her very long waterline 78 metres assures stability against heeling. The sails, made by Robbie Doyle, are stored on individual in-mast mandrels and set and furled using a complex but brilliant system that makes use of a large number of electric motors within the masts and on the yards.

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In 2009, Perkins sold  Maltese Falcon  to hedge-fund manager Elena Ambrosiadou. The yacht is now available for charter with  SuperYachtsMonaco  from €460,000 a week.

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When he launched Maltese Falcon in 2006, venture capitalist and former Hewlett Packard GM Tom Perkins fulfilled a fantasy that most sailors would never have even dared to dream.

The 289-foot superyacht by Perini Navi —considered the world’s most radical sailing yacht and the largest private sailing yacht at launch time—has three giant rotating masts, each supporting five sails. The “Dyna Rig” masts give Maltese Falcon a top-end speed of 24 knots. Although translating this 19th-century concept to a 21st-century yacht could have been a spectacular failure, Perkins forged ahead, spending between $150 million and $300 million over a four-year period. His team built a special facility to test and build the carbon-fiber masts (with heights up to 187 feet) at the Perini Navi shipyard in Tuzla, Turkey.

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The furling sails are stored inside the masts and automatically deploy along tracks in six minutes at the push of a button. The sails, which have no rigging, are trimmed by simply rotating the masts electronically. To the amazement of many, and the outrage of sailing purists, a single, desk-size, push-button panel controls all 25,800 square feet of material on the yacht’s 15 sails, allowing Maltese Falcon to be operated by one person if desired.

With naval architecture by Dykstra Naval Architects and Perini Navi, and exterior design by Ken Freivokh , the yacht has won multiple superyacht races, as well as numerous awards, including Robb Report ’s Best of the Best .

In the stunning interior also created by Ken Freivokh, which features generous spaces and contrasting materials, carbon finish is used beside walnut, and aluminum works well beside Macassar ebony. The yacht has a full-beam master and five double suites, accommodating 12 guests.

Twelve years after he built his dream, Perkins’s Maltese Falcon is still one of the most technically advanced sailing yachts ever.

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Maltese Falcon Specifications

  • Name Maltese Falcon
  • Model Custom
  • Hull NB C.2056
  • Hull Colour -
  • Naval Architects Dykstra Naval Architects Perini Navi
  • Exterior Designer Ken Freivokh Design
  • Interior Designer Ken Freivokh Design
  • Length Overall 88.0m
  • Length at Waterline 78.2m
  • Draft (min) -
  • Draft (max) 6.0m
  • Gross Tonnage 1110
  • Cabins Total 6
  • Cabins 1 Master / 1 VIP / 4 Double
  • Hull Configuration -
  • Hull Material Steel
  • Superstructure -
  • Deck Material Teak
  • Fuel Type Diesel
  • Manufacturer DEUTZ-MWM
  • Model TBD620 V12
  • Power 1876 hp / 1380 kW
  • Total Power 1876 hp / 1380 kW
  • Propulsion Twin Screw
  • Max Speed 18 Kn
  • Cruising Speed 14 Kn
  • Fuel Capacity 100
  • Water Capacity 30
  • Generator 1 x Northern Lights 80 kW / 2 x Northern Lights 280 kW / 1 x Northern Lights 150 kW
  • Stabilizers -
  • Thrusters Kamewa
  • Amenities Outdoor Cinema, Jacuzzi (on deck), Gym, Beauty Salon, Conference Facilities, Childrens Playroom, Spa
  • Yacht Builder Perini Navi View profile
  • Exterior Designer Ken Freivokh Design No profile available
  • Interior Designer Ken Freivokh Design No profile available

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  1. Maltese Falcon (yacht)

    Maltese Falcon is a full-rigged ship using DynaRig technology, which was built by Perini Navi in Tuzla, Istanbul, and commissioned by her first owner, Tom Perkins.She is one of the world's most complex and largest sailing yachts at 88 m (289 ft), similar in size to the Athena and Eos.The vessel dropped its BVI flag in 2008 and was purchased by Pleon Ltd, which put it to charter use.

  2. 9 Things You Didn't Know About the Iconic 'Maltese Falcon' Superyacht

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