Highlander: The Legendary 162ft Feadship Custom Mega Yacht (1986)

Discover the Highlander, a timeless 162-foot (49.45m) Feadship Custom mega yacht currently available for charter in Nice. Originally commissioned by publishing magnate Malcolm Forbes in 1986, this iconic vessel has hosted cultural icons including the Reagans and Andy Warhol, blending heritage with modern luxury.

Accommodating up to 12 guests across 7 cabins, the Highlander features a main-deck master suite, VIP cabin, two doubles, two twins, and a single. The yacht has undergone extensive refits in 2014, 2021, and 2025, ensuring top-tier comfort with an extended top deck, new jacuzzi, and bar.

The 162.24ft /49.45m Custom motor yacht 'HIGHLANDER' was built in 1986 by Feadship and last refitted in 2014 by Derecktor Shipyards. Bannenberg & Rowell is responsible for her beautiful exterior and interior design. Previously named The Highlander Accommodation Highlander's interior layout sleeps up to 12 guests in 7 rooms, including a master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 2 double cabins, 2 twin cabins, 1 single cabin, 1 bunk cabin and 3 pullman beds. She is also capable of carrying up to 11 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Timeless styling, beautiful furnishings and sumptuous seating feature throughout to create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere. Highlander's impressive leisure and entertainment facilities make her the ideal charter yacht for socialising and entertaining with family and friends. Performance She is built with Steel hull and Aluminium superstructure. This custom full displacement yacht is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience. She features ‘at anchor stabilisers’ which work at zero speed to increase onboard comfort at anchor and on rough waters. With a cruising speed of 12 knots, a maximum speed of 16 knots and a range of 4,000nm from her 74,565litre fuel tanks, she is the perfect combination of performance and luxury. Amenities Air Conditioning, WiFi connection on board, Deck Jacuzzi, Gym/exercise equipment, Stabilisers underway, Air Conditioning, Stabilisers underway, Jacuzzi (on deck), Gym, Stabilizers at Anchor, At anchor Stabilizers

Charter Specifications & Features

• Builder: Feadship (Dutch Shipyard)
• Length: 162ft / 49.45m (Precisely 162'3")
• Guests: 12 sleeping guests
• Cabins: 7 suites (1 Master, 1 VIP, 2 Double, 2 Twin, 1 Single)
• Crew: 11 professional crew members
• Speed: Cruising at 10–13 knots
• Refits: 2014, 2021, 2025 (including new top deck seating and jacuzzi)

The Highlander offers flexible accommodation with 7 beds total (2 king, 2 queen, 3 singles) and is powered by Detroit Diesel engines for reliable Mediterranean cruising.