17 m TETHYS   /   Bestevaer 53

The brand new Dykstra Naval Architects designed and KM Yachtbuilders built Bestevaer 53 'Tethys', for Belgian adventurer Tom Waes, is the latest 53-footer in the iconic Bestevaer series — where rugged capability meets refined design.

Built in aluminium and designed for short-handed, long-range sailing, the Bestevaer 53 is at home in both high latitudes and tropical waters. Fast, reliable, and comfortable, a true go-anywhere explorer yacht – built to sail the world's most remote waters, yet with a deep respect for the environment she explores. Every detail has been carefully considered, resulting in a yacht where innovation and craftsmanship meet sustainable choices:

- 70% recycled aluminium hull, strong and durable with a reduced footprint
- Regenerating electric drive, for silent, emission-free passages
- Eco-friendly bamboo interior, warm, renewable, and refined
- Recycled sails & upholstery, giving valuable materials a second life
- Non-toxic Finsulate antifouling, protecting both yacht and marine ecosystems