My name is Harry, and I’m from Brisbane, Australia. I’ve spent the last few years working as a carpenter, honing my skills in a trade that’s always felt like a natural fit for me. Outside of work, I have a deep love for the outdoors, and you’ll often find me camping, spear fishing, or exploring the rugged terrain in my four-wheel drive. These activities have fostered a strong connection to the natural world, particularly the ocean, which has always captivated me. After much thought, I’ve decided to merge my passion for the sea with my carpentry expertise by transitioning into the yachting industry. This new direction allows me to work with my hands while surrounded by the ocean, creating a perfect blend of my professional skills and personal passions. I’m excited for the opportunities ahead and eager to contribute to this dynamic field.
Harrison Vokes
Deckhand
Tash was born and raised on the rural Wild Coast of South Africa, where she grew a fondness for boating, fishing and other ocean activities. She moved to Cape Town to study finance, eventually qualifying as a Chartered Accountant - whilst surfing, hiking and visiting food markets in her free time.
She decided to take a break from the corporate life as she wished to learn about different cultures, foods and gain more worldliness and confidence. This led her to yachting and she has not looked back since! She uses her time off to explore different destinations to surf and take up local cooking classes, as this is another passion.
Tash Hulley
Purser
Paige was born in South Africa however now lives in the UK. She has explored a variety of roles from tutoring and remedial teaching to working as a bartender, au pair, and hospitality host. It was during her time behind the bar that she discovered a flair for cocktail making, enjoying the creativity of mixing flavours. A keen traveller, she has a love for adventure both on land and in the water — whether diving, snowboarding, hiking, or trying new water sports. More unusually, she also performs aerial arts, balancing strength with creativity. When not seeking her next adventure, Paige can often be found reading, experimenting with new cocktails, and planning her next journey.
Paige Newton
Stewardess
Growing up near a large fresh water lake in Cape Town, South Africa, spurred his interest for sailing and water sports and offered him the chance to compete in regattas around South Africa, as well as offshore racing.
From a young age, James was raised participating in a lot of activities; one such taught him the art of building aeroplanes. This led him to complete his pilot license and he tries to fly often. James’ easy-going nature and kindness makes him a likeable crewmember. If his engineering background, sailing and flying skills aren’t enough, James also holds his PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certificate and enjoys diving whenever there is a chance. James loves spending his free time being a dad and husband to his family at home.
Hugh Roberts
Chief engineer
Jessica, from Henley has always had a curiosity for life and learning. After completing a Psychology degree at Newcastle University she swapped the books for the slopes. As a Chalet Host in Verbier she gained more life experiences and life skills which led her to want to joining the yachting industry. All throughout Jessica’s life she has been very active, sporty and musical, in particular lacrosse and hockey which has taken her to many places. Having a passion for exploring new countries and meeting new people she is thrilled to be apart of the brilliant team that is Samsara. Having been on board for almost 10 months she really appreciates all the insane locations Samsara has visited. Being able to hike, run or partake in activities such as zip wiring in St Johns, Canada she feels these are once in a lifetime opportunities and cannot wait to see what the future brings. My next challenge is to gain my PADI qualification!
Lauren Morse
Stewardess
Born and raised in the Cotswolds, Martha grew up teaching watersports and competing internationally in dinghy sailing. After a couple of years working in London, she took her yacht master exams and worked as a skipper on 50ft charter vessels for a couple of years before making the step full time to large motor yachts. After 4 years on deck with some of the biggest and busiest boats in the industry, she's excited to be working on Samsara as she works towards her officers exams.
Grade
Yachtmaster Offshore 200GT
Martha Osman
Bosun
Lachlan is originally from Brisbane, Australia, where he completed a four-year electrical apprenticeship before specialising in marine electrical systems. His marine engineering journey began in Sydney, working at a marina maintaining small yachts, which eventually led to his first role in the superyacht industry.
He joined the new build team for an 85-metre yacht with Silver Yachts in Perth, gaining handson experience during its extensive travels across the southern hemisphere, including destinations such as the Maldives, Indonesia, Raja Ampat, and Tahiti. Currently, Lachlan is working toward his engineering degree, with the goal of obtaining his Small Vessel EOOW certification. His strong electrical background, practical marine experience, and passion for continuous development make him a valuable asset to any engineering team.
Grade
AEC 1&2
Lachlan Mac Elory
Engineer
Born in Majestic Queenstown, New Zealand, Chief Officer Danny had a very active childhood spending most of his days outdoors in the beautiful ‘Kiwi’ countryside. He began his Maritime career in 2008 as a deckhand and has progressed through the deck department to Chief Officer.
Since then his travels and experience have broadened to exciting and remote locations such as Alaska, Belize, USA, Canada, Maldives, Thailand, French Polynesia Greenland and Fiji…. When Danny is with his family he enjoys quality time with his family and other activities such as skiing, snorkelling, and documenting his travels with his camera.
Daniel Baker
First Officer
Dylan, a diving enthusiast, was raised in Durban, which is where he fell in love with the ocean. He began surfing at the age of 9 and diving soon after. He has not stopped diving since, and is now a Master Scuba Diving Instructor. He has been lucky enough to have dived in almost all corners of the world, including down to 75 metres whilst undergoing technical dives. Yachting came as a natural progression from his diving career and he has never looked back. Dylan takes great pride in training the crew in safety procedures and the running of technical
operations onboard.
Grade
MCA Chief Mate 3000GT
Dylan Mangan
Second Officer
Growing up on the south coast of England in Dorset, Woody has been privileged enough to have spent a great amount of time in the water, fueling his passion for all things related to water sports, including, wind surfing, water skiing rowing and paddle boarding. From being a member of his local lifesaving club, Woody has gained his Board and Tube rescue qualifications.
After completing his A-Levels, he went on to achieve his Yachtmaster Offshore, which enhanced his passion for the ocean and led him to join the yachting industry soon after. In his spare time, Woody loves running and family walk along the beautiful coast of Dorset. If Woody is not by the ocean, you will most likely find him skiing in the mountains.
Grade
Yachtmaster Offshore
Woody Taylor
Deckhand