Knysna Yacht Company 500 SE

Introducing 'Kianga', a 2016 Knysna 500SE now exclusively for sale with the YOTI team in Queensland.

Kianga is a very well presented and maintained 50-foot sailing catamaran built by the boutique Knysna Yacht Company in South Africa. Known for their limited-production, hand-finished multihulls, Knysna yachts combine solid construction, bluewater performance, and refined living spaces.

Designed for voyaging, the 500SE is a proven liveaboard bluewater catamaran. Her sleek lines and strong, reliable build allow confident offshore sailing, while her spacious interior provides comfort for extended time aboard.

Interior - The saloon seats six to eight around a raised dinette and includes a bar with a custom wine rack and a 40" TV. The galley features a stainless oven/grill, 150-litre fridge/freezer, a separate 90-litre freezer, generous bench space and storage. Below, the full-beam owner's suite to port includes a desk/vanity and a large en-suite. To starboard, two guest cabins--each with private en-suites--offer welcoming, private spaces. Maple joinery, dimmable lighting, air-conditioning, and large windows enhance the interior.

Cockpit & Helm - A teak cockpit with dining for eight, integrated seating with refrigerated locker, wet bar, and Force 10 BBQ makes entertaining easy. The composite coachroof has twin sliding glass hatches for ventilation. A separate helm hardtop with roll-up clears provides excellent protection to the fully equipped helmstation, while a Fusion system with cockpit speakers sets the soundtrack at sea.

Systems & Performance - Kianga is designed for dependable performance. She is powered by Twin Yanmar 57 hp diesels with SD60 saildrives. Her tanks carry 600L of fuel and 600L of water, backed by a 100L/hr watermaker. Navigation is via a full B&G suite (16" plotter, radar, autopilot, wind/depth, AIS, VHF). Electricals include Mastervolt lithium batteries (1,080 Ah), inverter/charger, Kohler 7 kW generator, Starlink and 800 W of solar, supporting off grid living. Sail handling is straightforward with a fully battened mainsail, roller-furling genoa, and electric winches. She comes with a new ('25) Aurora 3.1 m tender and is fully polished.

Kianga is an exciting, turnkey, ready-to-sail, fully equipped option for those looking to step aboard a bluewater-capable catamaran without waiting for a new build.

Please contact Robert Vrind to inspect Kianga at the Boatworks, Gold Coast Marine Precinct, Queensland.