A high-volume yacht after several years of investment
Burgess has introduced KAJAK to the market with a published asking price of $11.9 million, stated as US duty paid. The 46.6-metre yacht was delivered by North American Shipbuilding in 2002 and underwent a substantial programme of upgrades between 2023 and 2026. The broker also reports a recent survey followed by completion of recommended works, details that prospective buyers should seek to verify through the relevant records.
At 499 gross tons, KAJAK offers enclosed volume that is notable within her length category. Gross tonnage measures enclosed space rather than actual weight, so the figure is best used to prompt a closer look at how the interior is arranged. The practical value lies in the ability to divide areas between accommodation, crew and the machinery needed to sustain longer cruising.
Burgess describes interiors drawing on Ralph Lauren styling and Italian craftsmanship, refreshed through soft furnishings and decoration. Those details may appeal to buyers who prefer a more residential atmosphere over minimalist new-build design. Yet the cosmetic programme should be considered separately from technical replacements and service works when assessing value.
The owner’s deck is a defining feature
One of the broker’s standout details is a largely self-contained owner’s level of around 2,000 square feet, with its own terrace, library, lounge and private accommodation. This changes the social pattern aboard by offering the owner an area that remains useful even when the main guest decks are busy. A viewing should establish which spaces are genuinely private and how crew serve them.
KAJAK accommodates ten guests in five cabins according to the official listing. A relatively restrained guest count compared with her volume may allow more generous circulation and separate communal spaces. It is still important to compare bed arrangements and access routes for a real family, because comfort cannot be captured by headline figures alone.
Burgess draws attention to an elevator serving every deck, wide passageways and accessible bathrooms. These features can be particularly valuable for guests with limited mobility, but suitability must be assessed against the exact individual needs and emergency evacuation procedures. Describing a yacht as accessible is not the same as guaranteeing that every person can use every facility safely.
A cruiser configured for varied weather
The yacht has an enclosed observation lounge alongside multiple spaces for entertaining in different conditions. A protected indoor vantage point makes longer cruising more comfortable when wind, rain or temperature discourage extended deck use. The usefulness of such a room depends on visibility and the ease with which guests reach it without entering working areas.
A large sun-deck Jacuzzi is another feature of the broker’s presentation. Such amenities are enjoyable at anchor but involve structural, water-treatment, heating and service demands that merit inspection. Buyers should check operating condition, maintenance access and whether the proposed crew complement can support all leisure equipment during a busy family cruise.
Burgess places KAJAK in the western Mediterranean at the time of its October announcement. Her location may facilitate a viewing, but it says nothing by itself about cruising permission, tax position beyond the stated US-duty status or the costs of moving her elsewhere. Purchasers should verify the flag, certificates and intended route with their advisers.
Separating refit claims from evidence
The 2023–2026 upgrade programme and recent survey are significant reasons to consider KAJAK. They also raise detailed questions about invoices, warranties, inspection findings and work not completed. A survey report should be reviewed in full, including limitations and any recommendations requiring subsequent monitoring, rather than reduced to a reassuring sentence in a sales brochure.
An owner comparing KAJAK with a newer yacht should distinguish initial acquisition cost from future maintenance and refit budgets. A large, highly customised interior can provide immense comfort while making some repairs more complicated. Crew, storage, stabilisation and technical support also affect the total experience of ownership.
KAJAK’s market proposition is strongest where her substantial internal volume and exceptional owner space match a buyer’s real priorities. Burgess has supplied clear basic evidence of a listing, asking price and major recent works. Those facts justify interest, but the purchase decision should be grounded in an independent technical assessment and an understanding of the vessel’s continuing operating costs.
Official Burgess brokerage announcement: https://www.burgessyachts.com/en/editorial/news/kajak-for-sale. Interested buyers should confirm pricing, availability and specifications directly before making decisions.
