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Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Boat tours & cruises in beaufort, nc.

Don't miss out on these nautical experiences unmatched by any other in Beaufort, NC on our brand new 100' YACHT! Step aboard our scenic cruises for an unparalleled adventure along serene, sun-kissed waters. With each moment, our cruise offers a blend of excitement and tranquility, providing a perfect balance for each traveler. Our trips often sell out, reserve your spot today!

Sail the Crystal Coast on the Brand-New 120-Passenger Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

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Wild Horse & Dolphin Scenic Cruise

Come with us as we go cruising in search of playful dolphins and the famous wild ponies.

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Wild Horse & Dolphin – Scenic Tour 2 PM Trip

Learn about the different areas of the Crystal Coast as you enjoy a scenic, 15-mile cruise throughout its calm waters.

Sail Aboard the Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Come enjoy our newest cruising vessel, the Crystal Coast Lady Cruises, the largest 120 Passengers, most comfortable, and fastest tour boat in Beaufort. The Crystal Coast Lady , double decker Vessel was designed to provide 360-degree views for an improved sightseeing experience as you look for local dolphins, horses, marine life, shore birds, and more.

For your convenience, the Crystal Coast Lady Cruises has 2 restrooms on board and, we offer water, soda, beer, and wine & Liquor for purchase.

Come explore the waters of Beaufort, NC, on a cruise aboard the Crystal Coast Lady Cruises today!

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Guests Highly Recommend Our Cruises

We did the 12:00 scenic cruise yesterday and seen dolphins right beside the boat 🛥️, as well as several wild horses within view… Captain Jeff and his crew were awesome. Don’t miss out on such an eventful and relaxing cruise.

My wife and I enjoyed the Low Country Boil aboard the Crystal Coast Lady yacht out of Beaufort, NC for the two hour sunset dinner cruise yesterday. The natural beauty and panoramic view included a horse on Carrot Island, dolphins nearby, a beautiful sunset, and a relaxing experience as we celebrate almost 50 years of marriage. The crew, music and food were great. I highly recommend it.

The crew was great. Safety was always first. Very informative. Worth every penny we spent. Carol, Robert and the Boat Captain worked very well together!

The Captain and crew were both friendly and knowledgeable. The views from the ship were amazing and though we didn't see dolphins, the Captain made the announcement that if anyone saw them he would stop or turn the ship around so everyone could see them. Worth every penny!

We had a fabulous time on the crystal cruise ship. It was our very first time and the tour and captain made it very enjoyable. We were able to capture the horse, but no dolphins this time, so we will be sure to be back. Pricing was good and affordable. I definitely recommend this for anyone looking to have a good time at a reasonable price.

Beaufort on the water at sunset was amazing! The information about all the sights around us were complete and very educational. The captain was entertaining and his crew mate extremely nice. Worth every penny and I would not hesitate to go again. Please give this a go if you come to Beaufort, NC area.

This trip was top notch. We enjoyed the captain and the first mate. Our captain gave great narration of what we were seeing. The boat was so comfortable and one had plenty of space on the boat ride. If you are visiting Beaufort, I would highly include this in your plans.

Sunset Sail Cruise

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Before August 22: 7:00pm – 8:30pm August 23 – September 14: 6:30pm – 8:00pm September 15 – September 30: 6:00pm – 7:30pm October 1 & after: 5:30pm – 7:00pm

$69 per person

Experience the captivating allure of a beaufort, north carolina sunset on our sunset cruise.

Set sail on our immaculate catamaran as you embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Crystal Coast. As the sun gracefully descends below the horizon, you'll find yourself surrounded by the serene beauty of the waterways, with the cool ocean breeze in your hair and the soothing sounds of the waves.

Our knowledgeable and friendly crew, led by Captain Robert, are your guides to this enchanting experience. They'll share fascinating stories and insights about the area, ensuring that every moment of your cruise is visually stunning and culturally enriching.

Complimentary beverages allowing you to sip on a refreshing drink of your choice while you marvel at the vibrant colors of the sunset.

Whether you're looking for a romantic evening with your special someone, a relaxing escape from the daily grind, or simply a chance to witness nature's breathtaking artistry, our Sunset Cruise is the perfect choice. Beaufort's sunsets are legendary, and there's no better way to enjoy them than on the deck of our catamaran.

Don't miss this opportunity to create lasting memories and experience a Beaufort sunset like never before. Book your Sunset Cruise with us today and let the beauty of the Crystal Coast wash over you!

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Sunset Sail : Beaufort, NC

Sunset cruise aboard stray : yacht charters, cape lookout, beaufort nc, morehead city nc, atlantic beach nc.

Take a North Carolina sunset cruise on S/Y STRAY , a 42-foot Fountaine Pajot Venezia  catamaran sailboat . This trip will be private only to your group as you enjoy the setting sun from the decks of your very own private yacht. The Captain & Mate will greet your group on the dock and escort you aboard, and from then on, your only job is to settle in, relax, and enjoy the cooler breezes that the evening brings. We’ll sail through the Beaufort Inlet and towards the setting sun while your group enjoys a nice glass of wine, or a refreshing cocktail. Bring your own music, or we’ll provide a relaxing soundtrack to this unforgettable night.

Beaufort NC Sunset Cruise

A sunset cruise aboard STRAY  in the beautiful waters of Beaufort, North Carolina and the Cape Lookout area will be an never-forgotten memory aboard a real sailor’s blue water yacht.  Aboard  S/Y STRAY , you will truly ‘stray from your responsibilities’ and be able to enjoy the opportunity to relax, unwind, and let someone else take care of things!

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Shackleford Banks Shelling & Wild Horse Expedition

Shackleford Banks Shelling & Wild Horse Expedition offers guests a chance to explore the best of nature on the Cape Lookout National Seashore.Board a ferry for a short, enjoyable road to the shore. Then spend a few hours viewing and tracking the beautiful wild horses that roam free here, exploring the beach, and searching for a variety of unique, unbroken shells that litter the shore.Our wild horse tour is offered at 8:30 a.m. daily and provides one of the best ways to spend a morning in Beaufort, NC!

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Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour company that calls the central town of Beaufort its home port offers a far-reaching range of adventures that will have coastal fans of all ages soaking up the sun and enjoying the best of the Southern Outer Banks.

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The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown Morehead City along Evans Street, patrons who utilize Morehead City Ferry Service for a cruise or a taxi ride to the outlying barrier islands will be treated to full afternoons of sun and fun along the pristine sand.

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Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.

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114 Town Creek Dr. Beaufort, NC 28516

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We offer Marlin Fishing Tournament  charters!

Design your day, lady dianne, full day executive fishing charter.

• 6am – 4:30pm
• 3 Crew (Captain, Mate, Steward)
• Nothing to bring but yourself! We have everything you’ll need for a great day of fishing.

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• Dream up your cruise and we’ll make it happen, or we can help you design the perfect trip!

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My family and I had a great day with Captain Monty and Captain Z. They catered to our interests and provided us with interesting information, great sights and adventures and even a perfect dinner recommendation! I would highly recommend! Lori O'Sullivan On Google

Great experience. Convenient booking and parking. Captain Monty is very personable, knowledgeable of the area and history, and flexible. Went to sparsely visited area of Shackleford Banks for the day primarily for shelling and the local beauty. Trent Zirkle On Google

Captain Monty took us on a private tour of Taylor Creek, Carrot Island, Rachel Carson Reserve, Horse Island and Shackleford Banks. He was very friendly and professional, and his knowledge of the area is very thorough. He knew exactly where to look for the newest member of the herd of wild horses! Seeing them swim from island to island was incredible. Margo Knight Metzer On Google

Lone Wolf Sportfishing

The Lone Wolf is a 35’ Viking Charter Fishing boat located in Beaufort North Carolina. We provide all-inclusive charters for up to 6 people and will target the species of fish you want to catch. Join us for a memorable experience fishing the near, offshore and gulf stream waters of Beaufort or simply enjoying the Beaufort waterfront and Cape Lookout in the waters that Blackbeard once sailed.

Sam Cushing

I've been fishing the coast of North Carolina my whole life. Fishing offshore has always been my passion, chasing various species from mahi to marlin between Beaufort and the Florida Keys. Putting anglers on the fish of their dreams is what I strive for and love to do.

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Gulf stream fishing.

Full Day - 11 Hours 40 miles out Sailfish, Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi, Tuna $2000

Bottom Fishing & Trolling

¾ Day - 6 Hours 20 - 25 miles out Bass, Grouper, Snapper, Trigger $1300

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½ Day - 4 Hours Just Offshore Mackerel, Cobia, Blues, Sharks $600

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• How do I make a Reservation? Reservations can be made by clicking on the button under the charter you would like above . You can easily pick the date, time and type of charter you prefer. Please call if you would like to make a customization to your charter. See our Terms and Conditions for all details.
• Are you Licensed? Yes, the Lone Wolf has a United States Coast Guard Licensed Captain Onboard. The boat also has a NC Charter License and is fully insured.
• Do I need a Fishing License? No, you will be licensed under the Boats NC Blanket Fishing License that covers your party while  fishing on the Lone Wolf.
• Where do we Park? Free parking is available at the Beaufort Yacht Basin Marina and the dock and boat are only a short walk from your vehicle.
• What's Provided on the Boat? We provide bait and a live bait tank. The boat has rods & reels, lures, downriggers, outriggers and all the tackle you need. A cooler and ice are also  provided. Feel free to bring your own bait and tackle if you like.
• What Should I Bring? We recommend you bring a hat, sunscreen , sunglasses and all food and drinks that you would like to consume during your charter. (No Alcohol Onboard )
• Do you have a Climate Controlled interior? Yes, A/C when it’s hot and heat when it’s cold is available for your comfort.
• Is there a Bathroom on Board? A full bathroom is available onboard. See boats pictures for details. Also, a free shower and bath facilities are available at the marina for you to clean up before your trip home.
• Is Fish Cleaning provided? Yes, if you like, our Mate can clean your fish when we return to shore. Please bring ice coolers to store your catch in for your trip home. A tip for the Mate is greatly appreciated.

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Deep seas and tight spaces impede search for 6 missing after yacht sinks off Sicily

Police divers resumed searching Tuesday for six people believed trapped in the hull of a superyacht that sank in deep seas off Sicily, including a British tech magnate who was celebrating his recent acquittal on fraud charges with the people who had defended him at trial.

The luxury sailboat, off Porticello near Palermo, was some 50 metres (164 feet) underwater — far deeper than most recreational divers are certified for and a depth that requires special precautions. Recovery crews could only stay for 12-minute shifts, a measure that slowed their efforts to reach the cramped inside of the wreck.

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Divers tag-teamed the shifts and were using a remote-controlled underwater vehicle, or ROV, to help in the search. They hadn't been able to access the below-deck cabins because they were blocked by furniture that shifted during the violent storm that struck the vessel early Monday. Rescue crews said they assume the missing six are in those cabins because the storm struck when most would be sleeping, but the teams haven’t verified their presence there through portholes.

The Bayesian, a 56-metre (184-foot) British-flagged yacht, was moored about a kilometre (a half-mile) offshore when a storm rolled in before 4 a.m. Monday. Civil protection officials said they believed the ship was struck by a tornado over the water, known as a waterspout, and sank quickly.

Grainy film from closed-circuit cameras from shore, broadcast on the website of the Giornale di Sicilia, showed the majestic, illuminated 75-metre (246-foot) mast of the Bayesian weathering the storm and then disappearing over the course of a minute.

The survivors were rescued by a nearby sailboat after getting into a lifeboat.

Lynch, who was once hailed as Britain’s king of technology, was cleared in June of fraud and conspiracy charges in a U.S. federal trial related to Hewlett Packard’s US$11 billion takeover of his company, Autonomy Corp. His wife, Angela Bacares, survived the sinking. Hannah Lynch, the couple’s 18-year-old daughter, is reportedly unaccounted for.

Also unaccounted for are Christopher Morvillo, one of Lynch’s lawyers, and his wife, Neda; and Jonathan Bloomer, a chairman at Morgan Stanley International and the former head of the Autonomy audit committee who testified in Lynch’s defense, and his wife.

Karsten Borner, the captain of the Sir Robert Baden Powell, which rescued the survivors, said he was close enough to see the Bayesian as the storm came in.

“A moment later, she was gone,” he said.

“It’s a great, great tragedy,” said Britain’s ambassador to Italy, Edward Llewellyn, who visited Porticello on Tuesday. Britain sent four investigators to the scene, given the disaster involved a British-flagged ship and British citizens were among the missing.

Luca Cari, a spokesman for the rescue teams, said the search was proceeding much more slowly than another big shipwreck in Italy, the 2012 Costa Concordia cruise ship that flipped on its side off Tuscany's coast, because of the depth of the wreck and the limited space divers have to maneuver.

“That was much simpler. Here everything is more tight," he said.

The outing was intended at least in part as a celebration of Lynch’s acquittal and a “looking forward to what was coming next,” said Reid Weingarten, a Washington attorney and a member of Lynch’s defense team who was not on the yacht.

“A lot of people went, a lot of people were planning to go and then of course this happened,” Weingarten said.

Weingarten worked with Morvillo and said he “was like a brother.”

Aki Hussain, CEO of international insurer Hiscox Group, where Bloomer, the witness, was chairman, said the company was “deeply shocked and saddened by this tragic event.”

“Our thoughts are with all those affected, in particular our Chair, Jonathan Bloomer, and his wife Judy, who are among the missing, and with their family as they await further news from this terrible situation,” he added.

Among the survivors, the Emslie family was released from Palermo's pediatric hospital on Tuesday where little Sofia had been kept overnight after her rescue. Her mother, Charlotte Golunski, had reported that she momentarily lost hold of the 1-year-old in the water but then managed to hold her up over the waves until a lifeboat inflated and they were both pulled to safety, doctors said.

The father, identified by ANSA news agency as James Emslie, also survived.

“They don't talk much, primarily because they consider themselves survivors and they don't understand why they survived given what they went through,” said Dr. Domenico Cipolla, head of the emergency room at Di Cristina pediatric hospital.

Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Cipolla said Golunski had reported that she and the baby were sleeping in the cabin and suddenly found themselves in the water, where they also found Emslie who had been in a different part of the ship. Cipolla said the parents had been in touch with other survivors, who are being housed at a nearby hotel and were waiting for other family members to arrive in Sicily.

The Bayesian, built in 2008 by the Italian firm Perini Navi, is registered to Revtom Ltd., according to online maritime database Equasis. Bacares, Lynch's wife, is listed as Revtom's sole owner, according to corporate registration documents from the Isle of Man.

According to online charter companies, it had been available for charter for 195,000 euros (about US$215,000) a week and was notable for its massive 75-metre-tall (246-foot-tall) aluminum mast, one of the tallest in the world.

The coast guard said to date there was no trace of fuel leaks from the wreckage.

In an unrelated event, Lynch's co-defendant in the Autonomy trial who was also cleared, Stephen Chamberlain, was killed Sunday when he was hit by a car while running in Cambridgeshire, England, said Chamberlain's lawyer, Gary Lincenberg.

Winfield reported from Rome. Associated Press writers Eric Tucker in Washington, and Danica Kirka and Kelvin Chan in London, contributed. 

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ROME -- British tech magnate Mike Lynch and five other people were missing after their luxury superyacht sank during a freak storm off Sicily early Monday, Italy's civil protection and authorities said. Lynch's wife and 14 other people survived.

Lynch, who was acquitted in June in a big U.S. fraud trial, was among six people who remain unaccounted for after their chartered sailboat sank off Porticello, near Palermo, sometime after 4 a.m. A tornado over the water known as a waterspout had struck the area overnight, said Salvo Cocina of Sicily's civil protection agency.

One body was recovered, and police divers spent the day trying to reach the hull of the ship, which was resting at a depth of 50 meters (163 feet) off Porticello where it had been anchored, rescue authorities said. They returned to the site after 10 p.m. to see if it would be possible to search through the night, when weather conditions were expected to worsen, said Luca Cari, spokesman of the fire rescue service.

The ship had a crew of 10 people and 12 passengers, the Italian coast guard said. A sudden fierce storm had battered the area overnight, and a waterspout struck precisely where the 56-meter (184-foot) British-flagged Bayesian had been moored.

"They were in the wrong place at the wrong time," said Cocina, noting that another big ship nearby, the Sir Robert Baden Powell, wasn't as badly damaged and helped rescue the 15 survivors - including Lynch's wife, Angela Bacares.

The Bayesian was notable for its single 75-meter (246-feet) mast - one of the world's tallest made of aluminum and which was lit up at night, just hours before it sank. Online charter sites listed it for rent for up to 195,000 euros (about $215,000) a week.

One of the survivors, identified as Charlotte Golunski, said she momentarily lost hold of her 1-year-old daughter Sofia in the water, but then managed to hold her up over the waves until a lifeboat inflated and they were both pulled to safety, Italian news agency ANSA reported. The father, identified by ANSA as James Emslie, also survived, said Cocina.

Karsten Borner, the captain of the Sir Robert Baden Powell, said he had noticed the Bayesian nearby during the storm but after it calmed he saw a red flare and realized the ship had simply disappeared, ANSA and the Giornale di Sicilia newspaper reported. Borner said he and a crew member boarded their tender and found a lifeboat with 15 people, some of them injured, who they then took aboard and alerted the coast guard.

Eight of those rescued were hospitalized while the others were taken to a hotel. One body believed to be the cook was found near the wreck, but six others were unaccounted for and believed inside the hull, said Cari, the fire rescue spokesperson.

The rescue operations, which were visible from shore, involved helicopters and rescue boats from the coast guard, fire rescue and civil protection service.

Fisherman Fabio Cefal ù said he had seen a flare from shore at around 4:30 a.m. and immediately set out to the site but by the time he got there, the Bayesian had already sunk, with only cushions, wood and other items from the superyacht floating in the water.

"But for the rest, we didn't find anyone," he said from the port hours later. He said that he immediately alerted the coast guard and stayed on-site for three hours, but didn't find any survivors. "I think they are inside, all the missing people."

He said he had been up early to check the weather to see if he could go fishing, and surmised that a sudden waterspout had struck the yacht.

"It could be that the mast broke, or the anchor at the prow pulled it, I don't know," he said.

Cocina said the crew and passengers hailed from a variety of countries: In addition to Britain and the United States, passengers and crew were from Antigua, France, Germany, Ireland, Myanmar, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Spain, he said.

The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch is deploying a team of four inspectors to Italy to conduct a preliminary assessment. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development office said it was "providing consular support to a number of British nationals and their families."

Dutch foreign ministry spokesperson Casper Soetekouw said the lone Dutch citizen on board, a man, had been rescued and was not in life-threatening condition.

Lynch, once hailed as Britain's king of technology, was cleared in June of fraud and conspiracy charges related to Hewlett Packard's $11 billion takeover of his company, Autonomy Corp.

The not guilty verdicts followed an 11-week criminal trial in San Francisco that delved into the history of HP's 2011 acquisition of Autonomy, a business software firm founded by Lynch.

The fraud accusations represented a dramatic turn in the fortunes of an entrepreneur once described as the Bill Gates of Britain - a title he seemed to live up to when he netted an $800 million from the Autonomy sale.

The acquittal vindicated Lynch, who had vehemently denied wrong doing and portrayed HP as a technological train wreck.

"I'm looking forward to returning the UK and getting back to what I love most: my family and innovating in my field," Lynch said in a statement released after the verdict.

The yacht, built in 2008 by the Italian firm Perini Navi, can accommodate 12 passengers in four double cabins, a triple and the master suite, plus crew accommodations, according to Charter World and Yacht Charters.

The vessel, which previously was named Salute when it flew under a Dutch flag, featured a sleek, minimalist interior of light wood with Japanese accents designed by the French designer Remi Tessier, according to descriptions and photos on the charter sites.

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Emergency services at the scene of the search for a missing boat, in Porticello Santa Flavia, Italy, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024. British tech giant Mike Lynch, his lawyer and four other people are among those missing after their luxury superyacht sank during a freak storm off Sicily, Italy’s civil protection and authorities said. Lynch’s wife and 14 other people survived. (Alberto Lo Bianco /LaPresse via AP)

PORTICELLO, Sicily (AP) — Police divers resumed searching Tuesday for six people believed trapped in the hull of a superyacht that sank in deep seas off Sicily, including British tech magnate Mike Lynch, who was celebrating his recent acquittal on fraud charges with the people who had defended him at trial.

The luxury sailboat, off Porticello near Palermo, was some 50 meters (164 feet) underwater — far deeper than most recreational divers are certified for and a depth that requires special precautions. Recovery crews could only stay for 12-minute shifts, a measure that slowed efforts to reach the cramped inside of the wreck.

Divers tag-teamed the shifts and were using a remote-controlled underwater vehicle, or ROV, to help in the search. They hadn’t been able to access the below-deck cabins because they were blocked by furniture that shifted during the violent storm that struck the vessel early Monday. Rescue crews said they assume the missing six are in those cabins because the storm struck when most would be sleeping, but the teams haven’t verified their presence there through portholes.

The Bayesian, a 56-meter (184-foot) British-flagged yacht, was moored about a kilometer (a half-mile) offshore when a storm rolled in before 4 a.m. Monday. Civil protection officials said they believed the ship was struck by a tornado over the water, known as a waterspout, and sank quickly .

Grainy film from closed-circuit cameras from shore, broadcast on the website of the Giornale di Sicilia, showed the majestic, illuminated 75-meter (246-foot) mast of the Bayesian weathering the storm and then disappearing over the course of a minute.

Fifteen of the 22 people aboard survived, including a mother who reported holding her 1-year-old baby over the waves to save her. One body was recovered, identified by officials as the Antiguan-born on-board chef. The rest of the 10-person crew survived, including the captain whom prosecutors reportedly sought to interview.

The survivors were rescued by a nearby sailboat after getting into a lifeboat.

Lynch, who was once hailed as Britain’s king of technology, was cleared in June of fraud and conspiracy charges in a U.S. federal trial related to Hewlett Packard’s $11 billion takeover of his company, Autonomy Corp. His wife, Angela Bacares, survived the sinking. Hannah Lynch, the couple’s 18-year-old daughter, is reportedly unaccounted for.

Also unaccounted for are Christopher Morvillo, one of Lynch’s lawyers, and his wife, Neda; and Jonathan Bloomer, a chairman at Morgan Stanley International and the former head of the Autonomy audit committee who testified in Lynch’s defense, and his wife.

Karsten Borner, the captain of the Sir Robert Baden Powell, which rescued the survivors, said he was close enough to see the Bayesian as the storm came in.

“A moment later, she was gone,” he said.

“It’s a great, great tragedy,” said Britain’s ambassador to Italy, Edward Llewellyn, who visited Porticello on Tuesday. Britain sent four investigators to the scene, given the disaster involved a British-flagged ship and British citizens were among the missing.

Luca Cari, a spokesman for the rescue teams, said the search was proceeding much more slowly than another big shipwreck in Italy, the 2012 Costa Concordia cruise ship that flipped on its side off Tuscany’s coast, because of the depth of the wreck and the limited space divers have to maneuver.

“That was much simpler. Here everything is more tight,” he said.

The outing was intended at least in part as a celebration of Lynch’s acquittal and a “looking forward to what was coming next,” said Reid Weingarten, a Washington attorney and a member of Lynch’s defense team who was not on the yacht.

“A lot of people went, a lot of people were planning to go and then, of course, this happened,” Weingarten said.

Weingarten worked with Morvillo and said he “was like a brother.”

Aki Hussain, CEO of international insurer Hiscox Group, where Bloomer was chairman, said the company was “deeply shocked and saddened by this tragic event.”

“Our thoughts are with all those affected, in particular our Chair, Jonathan Bloomer, and his wife Judy, who are among the missing, and with their family as they await further news from this terrible situation,” he added.

Among the survivors, the Emslie family was released from Palermo’s pediatric hospital on Tuesday. Charlotte Golunski had reported that she momentarily lost hold of her 1-year-old daughter, Sofia, in the water but then managed to hold her up over the waves until they were both pulled to safety, doctors said.

The father, identified by ANSA news agency as James Emslie, also survived.

“They don’t talk much, primarily because they consider themselves survivors and they don’t understand why they survived given what they went through,” said Dr. Domenico Cipolla, head of the emergency room at Di Cristina pediatric hospital.

Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Cipolla said the parents had been in touch with other survivors, who are being housed at a nearby hotel and were waiting for other family members to arrive in Sicily.

The Bayesian, built in 2008 by the Italian firm Perini Navi, is registered to Revtom Ltd., according to online maritime database Equasis. Bacares, Lynch’s wife, is listed as Revtom’s sole owner, according to corporate registration documents from the Isle of Man.

According to online charter companies, it had been available for charter for 195,000 euros (about $215,000) a week and was notable for its massive 75-meter-tall (246-foot-tall) aluminum mast, one of the tallest in the world.

The coast guard said to date there was no trace of fuel leaks from the wreckage.

In an unrelated event, Lynch’s co-defendant in the Autonomy trial who was also cleared, Stephen Chamberlain, was killed Sunday when he was hit by a car while running in Cambridgeshire, England, said Chamberlain’s lawyer, Gary Lincenberg.

Winfield reported from Rome. Associated Press writers Eric Tucker in Washington, and Danica Kirka and Kelvin Chan in London, contributed.

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