A name born of the sea
Swahili is a language shaped by centuries of trade along East Africa’s coast — a blend of Bantu, Arabic, Persian, and Portuguese influences. Its words carry echoes of ocean journeys, cultural exchange, and connection. Among them, Bahari, meaning ocean, symbolises vastness, depth, and possibility.
To name a yacht Bahari is to honour this heritage: the timeless pull of the sea, the spirit of exploration, and the beauty of life lived on the water.
Built by Phoenix Marine Manufacturing
Bahari Yachts are proudly built by Phoenix Marine Manufacturing in Cape Town, South Africa. Phoenix is globally recognised for precision craftsmanship, innovation, and leadership in hybrid technology.
South Africa is the world’s second-largest builder of catamarans after France, and the leading builder of power catamarans. Cape Town is the largest catamaran-building city in the world. Known as the Cape of Storms, the region produces yachts renowned for their strength and seaworthiness — designed to withstand some of the toughest seas on earth.
Phoenix’s reputation is built on decades of experience and an uncompromising commitment to quality. From its in-house design studio, Studio 34 South, to its team of master boatbuilders, every Bahari yacht is born from a culture of innovation and excellence.
Our team
Design with Studio 34 South
At the heart of Bahari Yachts is Studio 34 South, Phoenix’s in-house design studio. More than a yacht design office, Studio 34 South also works on advanced composite structures across industries, bringing a unique depth of expertise to Bahari.
The studio designs with a sailor’s perspective. Many team members have sailed thousands of nautical miles, from ocean crossings to global voyages. This practical knowledge translates into yachts where every detail, every space, and every system is designed to perform in the real world of blue water sailing.
Craftsmanship and innovation
From naval architecture and systems engineering to interiors, electrical, and joinery, the Phoenix Marine team is a collective of specialists who bring passion and precision to every project. Their ethos is simple: build yachts that inspire confidence, enrich lives, and stand the test of time
