Kegan was born in Port Elizabeth, South Africa and grew up on his family owned farm in Eastern Cape on the foot of the Drakensberg mountain range. With a great passion for Agriculture, he hopes to be the 4th generation of his family to farm this land. Kegan spent most of his childhood playing sports or working on the farm, where his family grows cabbage, potatoes,beans and corn, as well as raising cattle. He decided to combine his affinity for mechanics and travelling and joined the yachting industry in 2013, where he began working on Deck. He quickly realized that his passion lies within the Engineering side and quickly managed to move departments. In his free time Kegan enjoys archery , spearfishing, yoga, and traveling; so far he  has been to 20 states in America and 19 countries. He is excited to be part of the Sealion family and looks forward to making sure everything runs smoothly on board. 

Engineering has always been Andries’ passion, shaping both his personal and professional life. Andries grew up in South Africa and began sailing competitively at the age of 10, which sparked a lifelong connection to the ocean and ultimately led to a 15+ year career in the marine engineering industry. Some of his earliest and most formative experiences on the water came from sailing trips with his family—those shared adventures not only deepened his love for the sea but also instilled in me a strong sense of teamwork and problem-solving under pressure. Over the years, his connection to the ocean has only grown stronger. Andries is an avid diver and finds immense joy in exploring the underwater world—there’s something profoundly calming and invigorating about being submerged in an environment that demands both respect and curiosity. Whether he is diving, sailing, or simply swimming, being in the water is where Andries feels most at peace. Alongside his marine career, Andries has always had a deep fascination with cars and technology. Before moving fully into marine engineering, he worked as an automotive technician, where he honed his mechanical skills and further developed his understanding of complex systems. This hands-on experience laid a solid foundation for the transition into marine systems and has continued to influence how he approaches engineering challenges today. Outside of engineering, he enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and snowboarding—anything that keeps him active and connected to nature. Whether on land or at sea, Andries is driven by a desire to explore, build, and understand the world around him.

Lucinda aka Lucy, is a South African who has been in the yachting industry for over 5 years. She is deeply passionate about health, fitness and wellness and is a qualified personal trainer. Recently, she completed an advanced Stew Masseuse Course specializing in Swedish massage, hot Stone Therapy and Aroma Therapy. Lucy lives in the beautiful picturesque coastal town of Hermanus, with her fiancé and their beloved fur- baby, a Pomeranian. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, reading and listening to true crime podcasts. With a degree in marketing and sales management, as well as diploma in importing and exporting, Lucy brings a diverse skill set to her work and personal pursuits.

Carl grew up south of London and has always loved being around food, spending his summers in France on his families’ farm. Carl worked at Liverpool football club from 2017 until 2020 whilst at University studying Philosophy, and was proud to be part of the winning ‘Chef’s Team of the year’ award for best stadium in the country in 2018. He went back to work in European and seafood restaurants around London and continued to develop his passion for farm to fork cookery. This love for local produce and its journey to plate culminated in two years spent working at a butchery and farm, learning how to utilize every part of the animal and gaining a further understanding of the process that underpins a restaurant kitchen. Carl has been in the yachting industry for three seasons and worked on classic sailing yachts as sole chef, specialising in European and Asian food whilst taking part in prestigious Mediterranean regattas. Travelling and visiting new countries are what he loves most in his spare time, with a trip to Antarctica in 2024 as his seventh and final continent. Next he hopes to visit Japan and learn more about their different, lighter style of cookery. Carl loves the day to day variety in his role as sous chef, providing the crew with everything from schnitzels to sushi, as well as assisting the head chef in producing the very best for clients.

Eric hails from Cape Town, South Africa, but was originally born in Benoni, Johannesburg, Gauteng. During school, he was actively involved in rugby and wrestling. As he felt there was more to explore in life, he didn’t pursue formal studies right away. Instead, he took on various side jobs for two years before realizing that his true  passion lies in travel and networking, which led him to pursue a career in yachting. Over the past two years, he has developed an appreciation for the ocean, and he is now fully committed to progressing in the yachting industry with the goal of one day becoming a captain. He is also interested in sitting a few engineering courses to enhance his knowledge of mechanical systems and their operations. In his free time, he enjoys rugby, fitness, watersports and golf.

As his name suggests, Costa has a Greek background  but he was born and rasised in the Limpopo Province in the North of South Africa. Being raised in and around nature he  has always enjoyed any outdoor activities, specifically hikes and going for a jog in new places. In his spare time he likes to keep active and follow various sports. Costa also enjoys playing  Tennis, Padel and Golf whenever the opportunity presents itself. Enjoying his time as a Deckhand, Costa is aiming to complete his OOW in 2026 as his next career goal in order to progress in the industry.

Carl hails from South Africa and has been a seafarer and water lover from a young age. Prior to yachting Carl studied LLB Law and a impulsive gap year of traveling turned into a successful yachting career. In his free time he enjoy’s surfing, fishing and golf. Carl, who recently got married, now resides in New Zealand and is currently completing his Masters with the goal to become a yacht Captain in the near future. For Carl, working on a yacht offers him the opportunity to travel to beautiful destinations and the chance to meet interesting people from around the world. The sense of teamwork among the crew and the satisfaction of providing exceptional service makes it a rewarding experience. His favorite thing to organize for guests is pirate day – what adult doesn’t like a bit of treasure hunting and walking the plank!

Born and raised in the coastal town of Cape St Francis, South Africa, Wesley grew up immersed in a world of fishing, surfing, and diving alongside his sea-loving family. His passion for the ocean led him to participate in numerous surfing competitions, where he proudly represented the Eastern Cape at the Nationals twice. After finishing school, Wesley pursued his Private Pilot License, but it didn’t take long for him to realize that his true calling lay in the maritime industry. With a strong desire to build a career on the water, he joined the yachting world in December 2013. Today, Wesley holds his Chief Mate 3000gt, bringing a wealth of experience and a commitment to safety and teamwork on board. His enthusiasm for adventure and active lifestyle continues to define him. With a calm demeanour under pressure and a positive work ethic, Wesley is always eager to learn and share his knowledge with others as he works towards his Master 3000gt license.

Samantha grew up in Hawke’s Bay, a sunny coastal wine region of New Zealand. It was here Samantha fell in love with the ocean and worked a range of hospitality jobs during her studies. Fascinated by the world and armed with a knack for problemsolving, Samantha went on to earn a business degree in international business, management, marketing, and tourism. With these interests in mind, it felt only natural to move into the super yachting industry. Samantha is passionate about exploring new territories, immersing herself in different cultures and enjoys pilates, diving, skiing, reading, cooking and hiking in her spare time. A bubbly, personable individual, Samantha is enthusiastic about providing the best service on the sea and will stop at nothing to go the extra mile.

Sofia was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina and grew up in a small town in the middle of the country surrounded by nature. When she was a teenager she traveled abroad for the first time and that’s when one of her biggest passions was born: the wish to explore new places, getting to know people from different cultures and to experience cuisines from all around the world. Therefore, when Sofia was 21 she moved to the Middle East to become a flight attendant and explore the world, where she lived countless adventures for four years. She recently decided to switch up her career and move from the skies to the sea. She landed her first position on a 124m where she worked for a year and gained invaluable experience. Sofia is ready for her new adventure on M/Y Sealion, where she thinks she will grow tremendously both professionally and personally. 

Suné Marais is a dynamic 30-year-old from South Africa, with a BA degree in Communication Design. Alongside her professional career as a photographer, she has spent the past three years working in the yachting industry. Suné embarked on her yachting journey to immerse herself in new experiences, discover diverse cultures, and expand her photography portfolio. Suné’s adventurous spirit is evident in her love for the outdoors and various activities such as horse riding, diving, hiking, and yoga. Her outgoing and fun-loving nature allows her to connect effortlessly with people from all walks of life, making her an invaluable crew member. Her exceptional photography skills shine on every trip, as she captures the raw and unforgettable moments of guests, ensuring their memories are preserved in the most authentic and artistic way. Suné’s ability to blend her creative talents with her passion for exploration enriches the yachting experiece for all guests onboard. She is passionate about fine dining, high levels of service and mixology, with old fashioned and espresso martini being her all-time favorites.

Danelle was born in Cape Town, South Africa. She has a Bachelors degree in Business Management, and loves to use this skill set to assist with her progression in the yachting industry. She loves to spend her time in the kitchen, always baking up a storm. Danelle is passionate about making the most out of life and enjoying the wonderful and adventurous experiences yachting can give her, as well as delivering exceptional service to her guests onboard. She loves to travel and hopes to see as much of the world as possible. Danelle loves dancing, especially line dancing to country music, and keeping active by going for long runs. One of her favourite activities is camping with her friends and family back home in South Africa. After a couple of years spent in the yachting industry and a recent promotion on SeaLion, Danelle’s goal is to continue to progress her career and hopefully lead her own team to success one day.

Nadine grew up in Germany, where her Spanish parents emigrated before she was born. Feeling part of both cultures but not completely immersed in either and, maybe receiving a desk pad with a map of the world as a gift, had her dreaming about living by the sea and traveling the world from a young age. Nadine realized that she had a talent for languages and strategically chose a job that she could pursue anywhere. She started working in hotels after graduating from college and has been working in the hospitality and service industry for over 25 years, including restaurants, bars, hotels and cruise ships. Being around the ocean ignited a passion for marine life and the underwater world, which prompted her to take some time off from the service industry to become a scuba diving instructor. It was in Honduras when she met a deckhand who told her about the yachting industry in 2011. She didn’t think twice and decided to give it a try. With her established background in hospitality it did not take long until she was promoted to Chief Stewardess and has been in charge of running various yachts’ interiors since 2012, where she brings a very high level of personalized service and guest satisfaction. Nadine looks forward to receiving our guests onboard and together with the interior team providing unforgettable moments and experiences on board. 

Robin was born in Cape Town, South Africa. In the early years you could find him mountain biking with friends and crayfishing with his family. Robin attended the prestigious Silwood school of cookery in Cape Town. After working in some of the finest restaurants Cape Town has to offer, Robin felt he wanted to travel and explore the world, so he joined the yachting industry. He has been yachting for 3 years now and has thoroughly enjoyed his time in the industry. He hopes that in the next year his adventures take him to new culinary destinations. During his spare time whilst on board, Robin likes to keep active, either kitesurfing, going to the gym or having a braai with friends.

Justin grew up in coastal town in the province of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. He has a massive interest in sports and any activity outdoor related. He grew up on the ocean fishing and was lucky enough to spend much time on a Catamaran at the age of 10 with his family sailing parts of Mozambique and Tanzania. His main sports were swimming and rugby, swimming competitively on a provincial and national level and post swimming-career playing premiere club rugby. After his school years Justin spent a year in Zimbabwe, where he completed a Diploma course at Quest Africa which entailed hands on acumens as well as physical fitness to a military standard. It was in Zimbabwe where Justin found a love for wildlife photography. He then went on to study photography in South Africa. After this, Justin worked for a Pharmaceutical and retail company as assistant manager for two years. Justin then decided to pursue his passions and went on to complete his yachting courses. His first vessel took him to many off the beaten track locations which worked well with his photography and was able to start making guest videos and supplying them with hard drives of photos as well as drone photography of their never to forget experiences. Justin went on to complete his Yacht Masters 200 ton Power and Efficient Deck Hand Course with aspirations to complete his Officer of the watch Certificate of Competence.