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If you search for the word 'BUSY' in a Thesaurus, you'll come across synonyms such as 'ENGAGED', 'IMMERSED', 'BUSTLING', and 'HUMMING'. Yet, the most fitting word to depict the current high level of activity at the HopYacht factory is 'HOPPING'. Yes, we've been hopping!


And hence the radio silence! We've had very limited time to put digital pen to paper, to continue to tell you more of the HopYacht story on this blog.


At our new factory in Cape Town, we are currently producing HopYachts HY005, HY006, HY007, and HY008. These four HopYachts are destined for four different countries, and we are excited about several new features being built-in, to enhance the original design.


We've always been proud of having full standing headroom (1.98m | 6.5 feet) throughout the interior ... with the exception of the shower! One of our tallest owners said he found it a little uncomfortable to have to tilt his head slightly to fit under the shower head and asked if there was any way we could create more headroom?


The height of the original shower tray meant we lost valuable space. So our design team has come up with a new drainage system that lowers the base of the shower almost to floor level. And we have achieved this without affecting the folding glass door which seals off the shower. Problem solved, and you won't find yourself having to stand on a wet floor when you are brushing your teeth!


We had already upgraded the helm seat to be a two-seater from HY002 onwards; however, we've added a new development. You can now unlock and drop the seat base down, so you have more space when you want to helm in a standing position. It's a small change, but it makes a huge difference to both comfort and functionality.


It was one of our owners who casually commented that "the HopYacht 30 is a small yacht that masquerades as a big yacht"! Her point was that even though it's a small yacht, it's really nice that we have so many high-quality finishes. This has become a really important guiding principle for us.


When you open a cupboard door on a superyacht, you automatically expect to find the same quality of finish on the inside. For our cupboards and lockers, we have incorporated fibreglass inserts to ensure that the inside now has a matching white gelcoat finish to the exterior. This not only enhances the overall appearance, but also makes them easier to wipe down and maintain cleanliness.


We've also added black glossy plexiglass panels to replace the previous paint and vinyl finish, just aft of the side windows. In the photograph above, you can see how this creates the effect of a seamless transition onto the smoked glass windows. Plus, it really shows off our new HopYacht logo! Did you notice the subtle change?


Over the next few weeks, we promise to keep you updated with more of the developments happening. In the meantime, if you would like to download the latest HopYacht 30 brochure, you'll find a PDF at this link. https://www.hopyacht.co.za/hopyacht-brochures


Right now we need to get back to ‘Hopping'



Would it make it easier for you to get through winter knowing that you could have a brand new HopYacht 30 ready to make next summer the best ever?

The timing is perfect. We have just finalised the 2024 HopYacht specification with a significant number of new features, all designed to add so much more to your summer lifestyle on board.

Firstly, anticipating long lazy summer days ahead, we’ve upgraded the fridge from a 60L capacity to a 130 litre Isotherm Inox stainless steel fridge / freezer. This is built into the space under the helm station, opposite the galley unit. Alongside the new fridge we've added a large grocery storage cupboard.


With more room for refreshments, we added a great new place to enjoy a sundowner. The new gangplank design can also be deployed to join the two aft hulls giving you a walkway and a unique beach area to sit, drinks in hand with your feet dangling in the water!

And with more refreshments, you also have a better solution to recycle all the empty bottles or cans. On the aft side of the helm station plinth, we’ve added a built in 40 litre tip out bin!


If summer gets a little hotter than expected, you now have the option of a low-energy air conditioning system built in, designed to keep the cabin area cool, even if you don’t have shore power connected.



Only one build slot left for 2023!

This means if you hurry, you could still have your own HopYacht in time for the northern hemisphere summer in May 2024. Are you keen to explore the opportunity further?

We have two HopYachts in production right now and we will happily set up a video call to give you a virtual tour of the boats at our new factory. If you would prefer to fly into Cape Town (it's sunny here) and visit our factory, we can arrange complimentary accommodation for you. And when you order your HopYacht, we’ll happily refund the equivalent of an economy airfare.

You can start exploring the options right now by requesting our new 2024 HopYacht 30 specifications. Email hello@hopyacht.co.za


This will be our first time on American soil talking about our new HopYacht 30. We have more enquiries from North America than any other region in the world and if you are able to get to the show it would be great to meet you in person. HopYacht Founders Mary-Clare and Paul Tomes will both be at the show and we have exciting news about the new 2024 model. You can find the HopYacht stand at Tent L10 and the exhibition is open from 10am each day.

PS. You might even get to meet the owners of HopYacht 004 currently in production, who will be visiting the show too! See you in Annapolis.




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