Who is Chris?
Chris is a marine industry veteran with over 20 years of experience. Since 1998 he has specialized in boat sales, new vessel builds and refurbishments, helping clients find the right boat for their needs and budget.
In recent years Chris moved across to the charter industry, where he shares his passion for the ocean and its destinations with his clients. With a focus on communication and transparency, he works closely with them to understand what they want and to plan the charter around it.
Away from work Chris is an avid sailor, cyclist and camper, and he is committed to promoting sustainable, responsible tourism.
Time on the water
- In the marine industry since 1998, starting in boat sales, new builds and refits
- 7 years and more than 200 charters with DMA Yachting, one of the first brokers to join
- A sailor, cyclist and camper when he is not working
Chris’s contact details
- Phone+1 (947) 225 3248
- Emailchris@dmayachting.com
- WhatsAppMessage Chris
- iMessage+27 83 444 3630
- Based inSouth Africa
Yachts recently booked by Chris
Booked by ChrisI LOVE THIS BOAT
145ft Christensen, built 2002
Booked by ChrisARETHA
160ft Odisej, built 2018
Booked by ChrisANETTA
131ft custom, built 2023
What clients say about Chris
Great experience start to finish
As a first time charter guest I consider myself very lucky having found DMA and Chris de Kock. He worked patiently with me as we looked at locations from BVI, Greece, Croatia and Bahamas [...] Then 10 days before we were set to start, the boat had issues and was forced to cancel. Chris once again jumped in and worked 36 hours to find options. We landed on I Love This Boat, the trip was unforgettable, and he checked in multiple times to make sure everything was going smoothly.
Read more reviews on TrustpilotEvery part of it was five star
We used DMA and specifically Chris de Kock as our broker to charter the 67 foot Valium catamaran in Greece. Everything from securing the booking, wire transfers, fulfillment of our preference sheet to the crew and destinations were all 5 star. We travelled as 2 families and were blown away at the entire experience.
Read more reviews on TrustpilotSailing on BAZA, our Croatian catamaran
Chris, our broker, was always very responsive, paid attention to every detail, and ensured all aspects of the charter were attended to. Chris was very professional and even checked in during the charter to make sure everything was going as planned.
Read more reviews on TrustpilotYacht shows Chris has attended
- MYBA Charter Show, Sanremo, Italy
- Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS), Nafplion, Greece
- East Med Multihull and Yacht Show (EMMYS), Poros, Greece
- Croatia Yacht Show (CRO.YA.), Split, Croatia
- Bahamas Charter Yacht Show, Nassau, Bahamas
- BVI Charter Yacht Show, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
- USVI Charter Yacht Show, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Chris’s latest yacht reviews
LUCKY LADY
Seen at the Bahamas Yacht Show 2025
“Offering exceptional value
Well-appointed interior and exterior in top shape and condition
Elegant Classic interior styling
Crew of 4, professional and experienced
Large water toy inventory including a 39ft Yellowfin center console“
HULYA
Seen at the Bahamas Yacht Show 2025
“An energetic go anywhere and can do anything anything-attitude crew
Very talented chef, creating amazing meals
Coral the friendly Golden Retriever as part of your crew
Offering a huge water toy selection
The vessel is the Captain’s pride and joy, meticulously maintained and updated as required“
NO MATTER WHAT
Seen at the Bahamas Yacht Show 2025
“Superb mix of style and function, this is an outstanding charter option from Sanlorenzo
Sleek styling with loads of interior volume and spacious exterior spaces
4 en-suite cabins offering accommodation for 8 guests
Massive aft deck with inflatable dock to park all the water toys
Partially enclosed flybridge with A/C and electric sunroof
Well crewed with a rotational chef and energetic team“
Yacht walkthroughs with Chris
Articles featuring Chris
Top 10 Croatia Luxury Motorsailers for Charter in 2026
Chris takes you onboard Croatia’s 10 finest crewed motorsailers, with exclusive footage from each.
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Top 10 Best Value Croatia Gulet Charters for 2026
10 crewed gulets Chris has handpicked for the price they charter at, with what you actually get onboard.
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Top 10 Crewed Sailing Yachts for Charter in Greece in 2026
Vetted on real sailing performance, crew strength and comfort rather than brochure photos.
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