1996 Amel Super Maramu 53

Step below on this Super Maramu and the first thing you notice is how quiet and solid she feels; the boat has that “ship-like” calm even at the dock. The center cockpit and protected watch-keeping area mean you can stand a night watch in foul weather gear without getting thrashed, yet still see your sails and sea state clearly. Below, the walkthrough to the aft cabin is wide and secure, with proper sea berths and handholds where you need them, not just where they look pretty. Tankage and systems are laid out for real passages, not weekend hops, and the trademark Amel sail plan lets a shorthanded crew reef and balance the boat without drama when the breeze pipes up.

In these waters, conditions can swing from light-air drifting to steep, confused seas within a day, and the Super Maramu’s ketch rig really shines in that variability. You can dial in a conservative, low-stress sail plan without sacrificing control, especially useful when fronts roll through or local squalls build quickly. The deep, secure cockpit and high, protective coamings make long days under way less tiring, while the generous tankage lets you bypass crowded marinas and wait for weather on your own terms. With her robust build and proven passagemaking systems, this is the kind of boat that turns a complex regional cruising plan into a series of comfortable, manageable legs.