We are often asked “How big is the boat we are going out on?” by potential customers. It has become apparent than when it comes to boats SIZE MATTERS!
Our vessel, Crusader 1 is a large, Australian made, commercial vessel, that has been transformed from it’s “work-horse” origins to be the ideal platform for all manner of recreational tourism activities. All without sacrificing it’s commercial heritage of extreme safety and reliability so obviously needed in the commercial sector. With it’s much greater weight and heavy duty construction, she instantly provides the quality voyage experience you expect from a quality vessel.
Measuring a substantial 55 foot (over 17 meters!). Crusader 1 provides it’s passengers with a large open main-deck ensuring you have plenty of room to move about. In addition the bow section has been updated and is a great spot to relax on the beanbags we use there. It even has it’s own table for your drinks and nibbles! All this space and we only take 23 passengers (+ 3 crew) on our open ocean cruises and charters!
Another ideal fact is that Crusader 1 is “an open deck boat” (not enclosed unless we need clears for unexpected weather). This means you always have the fresh sea air to enjoy and will never feel “closed in”!. Our main deck level is about 1.5 m from the water level. This is the perfect height when it comes to both whale watching and fishing. And it has the added benefit that it ensures you do not get a lot of the “rolling” action taller and double story vessels often suffer from. The open deck layout also ensures you can easily follow the whales around the boat, making sure you never miss out on getting a great viewing experience, regardless of which side of the boat they are on.
Crusader 1’s deep keel further helps give her a smooth stable gliding action through the water, further reducing any swaying tendencies, which is so often the reason people feel seasick on vessels.
So in short, Crusader 1 is a (very) big, safe and comfortable vessel with heaps of space, catering for only a small number of passengers! Even without social distancing impacts it ensures everyone gets a great trip every time.
