Yacht crew careers in Cape Town.
South African crew are the backbone of the global yachting workforce — and Cape Town is where the smart preparation happens.
Plan your Cape Town seasonWe grew up in this industry from this side of the Atlantic. South African crew are sought-after, but the journey from Cape Town to Antibes is full of expensive missteps. Get the certification, paperwork and timing right before you book the flight.
STCW completion January–April, fly to Antibes or Palma April–May. October fly-outs for Caribbean season.
Why crew base themselves in Cape Town.
- —Strongest pipeline of green crew in the global market
- —STCW available locally at a fraction of European prices
- —Schengen visa appointments require careful timing — we manage this
- —Cost-of-living advantage means proper preparation before flying out
- —Direct flights to Europe and South America
- —Real local support before you commit to a one-way ticket
STCW in Cape Town
We route clients to the vetted local schools — fully MCA-compliant, recognised globally, and €1,000+ cheaper than completing in Europe.
Schengen visa
South African passport holders need careful Schengen planning. We book the appointments, prep the documents, and avoid the common rejection pitfalls.
Departure strategy
We don't believe in 'just fly to Antibes and figure it out.' We build a 6–8 week launch plan with budgets, dates, contacts and contingencies.
Marinas & docks we work with
V&A Waterfront · Royal Cape Yacht Club · False Bay Yacht Club · Hout Bay Harbour
Questions about Cape Town.
Why prepare in Cape Town instead of just flying to Europe?
STCW and certification are far cheaper locally, and careful Schengen planning avoids costly rejections. Proper preparation saves thousands before you commit to a one-way ticket.
How long does Schengen planning take?
Allow several weeks. We book appointments, prepare documents and avoid the common rejection pitfalls for South African passport holders.
When should I fly out?
Complete STCW January to April and fly to Antibes or Palma in April–May for the Med season, or October for the Caribbean.