Meet the Vessel

Captain Indi Rooken-Smith

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Indi grew up in the vibrant waters of South Africa's Southern Cape. As a kid he spent all of his free time surfing, fishing and spearfishing. By 13 he was a sponsored O'Neill team rider and enjoyed a successful competitive surfing career throughout his school and varsity years. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, finishing top of his class at the Nelson Mandela University in 2013. Following a short but exciting engineering career in diamond and gold prospecting and later machine design, his passion for the ocean won and pulled him into yachting. He started this new adventure on an Atlantic crossing in 2015 and kept sailing. Since then, he has Captained multiple sailing and motor vessels, doing charters and private excursions in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Turks & Caicos, US East Coast and Pacific Ocean. He is completely at home on the water, loves to sail and still takes every opportunity to surf great waves, kite board and spend time under water, freediving and treasure hunting the rich historical wrecks along South Africa's coastline. His deep respect for the ocean resonates with Acadia's active conservation and adventurous philosophy. 

First Mate - Coming Soon.

Chef & Stew Krystin Rooken-Smith

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Having grown up on South Africa's Wild East Coast, the ocean has always been a central part of Krystin's life. In her teens and twenties she represented South Africa in their National Women's Water Polo team. She enjoys an active lifestyle of running, fishing, scuba diving, surfing and wake boarding. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education and is currently completing her honours in Psychology of Education, specializing in Dyslexia and ADHD. Krystin entered the yachting industry in 2021 with a desire to explore the world and quickly developed a strong affinity for high-end hospitality and curated guest experiences. Beginning her career as a stewardess, she refined a meticulous approach to service before pursuing culinary training at the Superyacht Culinary Academy, qualifying as a yacht chef. Krys has since worked as a yacht Chef / Mate, delivering refined, wholesome cuisine, inspired by fresh, local produce. She has extensive charter and private experience across the Caribbean, Bahamas, Turks & Caicos, New England, Florida, Italy's Amalfi Coast and French Polynesia. With this she brings a cultured and intuitive approach to guest service, shaped by a genuine appreciation for travel, people and exceptional on-board experiences.