AMEL ketch Santorin

Located in Whangarei, New Zealand

Following an extensive refit in New Zealand and only one week before resuming our circumnavigation, an unexpected knee injury has forced us to pause our sailing plans.

As a result, Arantelle is now offered for sale. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully-equipped, ocean-proven, bluewater-ready AMEL Santorin that has been continuously upgraded, meticulously maintained, and recently refitted for further world cruising.

The boat is available until the end of September. Should no suitable offer be received, Arantelle will be shipped back.

With moderate winds above 10 knots, Arantelle comfortably maintains passage speeds around 8 knots while providing exceptional comfort and security.

Major Refit Completed in New Zealand (2025–2026)

Sails and Rigging

• New Genoa
• New Ballooner
• Mainsail serviced by UK Sailmakers
• Sail motors serviced
• New halyards and running rigging

Engine and Mechanical

• Full engine inspection and servicing

Electronics and Navigation

• Electronics inspection and servicing
• Dual chartplotters
• Radar
• Navtex
• Independent autopilot systems

Comfort and Living

• New heater
• New refrigerators
• New manual toilet
• New electric toilet
• New mattresses

Ground Tackle and Deck Equipment

• New anchor chain
• Windlass serviced
• New mooring equipment

Energy Systems

• bifacial folding solar panels
• New lithium battery bank
• New battery charger
• Portable solar power station

Hull and Underwater Systems

• Fresh antifouling (May 2026)

Additional Equipment

• Hydrovane windvane steering system
• Spare Hydrovane rudder
• Iridium GO satellite communications
• Starlink internet
• Zodiac Cadet 310 inflatable dinghy
• Torqeedo 1000W electric outboard
• Parsun 5HP outboard
• Inflatable two-person kayak
• Inflatable paddleboard