A pioneering ship for more responsible navigation
AMC Cape Grace is proud to announce the arrival of Samba , a 23.80-metre premium maxi-catamaran, designed to combine sailing pleasure with respect for the environment .
This innovative vessel, which can accommodate up to 180 passengers, is the first to be approved for passenger transport with triple propulsion (sail, electric and thermal) . It will favor sailing and electric navigation during all its excursions . Samba is a major step forward in sustainable maritime transport in the Mediterranean.
Currently under construction at the Chantier de l'Arsenal in La Rochelle , Samba benefits from Made in France know-how and will be based in Marseille in the Bouches-du-Rhône from April 2025, where it will offer group excursions to all and private cruises for professional or private events.
A concentrate of innovation for greener navigation
♻️ An eco-responsible design
Samba has been designed to reduce its carbon footprint from the outset:
✔ Lightweight and strong materials , including carbon fibers and recycled polyethylene foam , made with more than 90,000 recycled plastic bottles .
✔ Optimized construction to improve hydrodynamics and limit energy consumption.
⛵ An innovative triple propulsion
Samba integrates three complementary energy sources:
✔ Sail propulsion : for clean and quiet navigation.
✔ Electric motorization : to reduce CO₂ emissions and noise pollution
✔ Optimized thermal propulsion : to guarantee optimal autonomy when necessary.
☀️ Renewable energies and energy autonomy
✔ Integrated solar panels , to power the ship's auxiliary equipment and limit the use of generators.
✔ Dedicated battery park , ensuring stable power supply for all on-board systems without resorting to fossil fuels.
3 exceptional cruises departing from the Old Port of Marseille
From May 2025 , Samba will be based at the Old Port of Marseille and will offer three shared cruises allowing you to discover the Mediterranean differently :
⛵ Day with meal to discover the Calanques of Marseille :
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
A day of escape in the Calanques National Park. Aperitif, buffet lunch and drinks included.
Price: €149.00/adult (reduced prices for children, families and groups)
Book this sea trip here .
⛵ Brunch at sea in the Calanques of Marseille :
Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The unique experience of a brunch at sea in the heart of the Calanques of Marseille. Apéritif, brunch buffet and drinks included.
Price: €119.00/adult (reduced prices for children and groups).
Book this sea trip here.
⛵ The Sunset & Dinner Evening at the Frioul Archipelago:
Hours: 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Treat yourself to a magical evening at sea! Aperitif, buffet dinner and drinks included.
Price: €99.00/adult (reduced prices for children and groups).
Book this sea trip here.
A fleet looking to the future
With Samba , AMC Cape Grace is paving the way for a new generation of eco-responsible cruises . Its innovative design , green technologies and environmental commitment make it a benchmark for sustainable maritime tourism.
🌊 Book your place on board now and discover the Mediterranean in a different way! #sustainabletourism
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