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TAHINA
TAHINA
| Length: | 50 ft |
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| Builder: | St. Francis |
| Year Built: | 2008 |
| Refit: | 2021 |
| Max Guests: | 6 |
| Cabins: | 3 |
| # Crew: | 2 |
| Max Speed: | 10.0 |
| Cruising: | 7.0 |
| Fuel Use: | 2 US Gall/Hr |
| Beam: | 26.25 ft |
| Draft: | 4.17 ft |
| Base Port: | George Town, Bahamas |
Accomodations:
| TAHINA is a 2008 St. Francis sailing catamaran made for relaxed Bahamas cruising—classic, spacious, and wonderfully easygoing. Her inviting layout is centered around comfortable island living, with a cozy salon settee for morning coffee and games, a shaded cockpit for alfresco dining and sunset toasts, and an outdoor cockpit shower for refreshing after a swim before settling back in with turquoise-water views. Accommodating up to 6 guests, TAHINA offers 2 forward queen cabins with beds measuring approximately 5’ x 6’8”, plus 1 aft cabin with a bed measuring 5’ x 6’ and an additional Pullman berth measuring approximately 2’4½” x 6’. Each cabin has a private ensuite. The two forward ensuites include separate showers, while the aft ensuite features a wet-head shower arrangement. Full A/C keeps the yacht comfortable whenever needed. With a dedicated captain and chef taking care of the details, TAHINA offers a comfortable, carefree way to explore the Bahamas. Crew accommodations are in the starboard double cabin. | |
| Queens: | 2 |
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| Double Cabins: | 1 |
| Pullmans: | 1 |
Charter Yacht TAHINA : 2008 50 ft St. Francis Catamaran
Scuba Diving
| Scuba: | Onboard |
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| Resort Course: | No |
| Full Course: | No |
| License Info: | Master |
| Compressor: | Onboard |
| Dive Tanks: | 8 |
| BCs: | 6 |
| Regs: | 6 |
| Divers: | 6 |
| Dive Lights: | 4 |
| Dive Info: | |
| Yacht carries 8 tanks + weights - fills via onboard compressor 1 tank per diver free, after that, $20/dive. 6 BCDs - Sizing: 3 med-lg and 3 small-med Weights, masks and fins are all available All divers MUST carry proof of certification and dive accident insurance and sign a dive-specific liability waiver prior to diving. | |
| Dive Costs: | |
| Bahamas dive tax is $50/diver per trip (aka per charter, not per dive). Tax will be collected on board (Zelle or Cash) based on who dives, to be remitted with our charter tax following completion of the charter. *First dive included. Additional dives $20. | |
Water Toys
| Dinghy: | 13' |
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| Dinghy HP: | 40 |
| Dinghy Pax: | 7 |
| Snorkel Gear: | Yes |
| Tube: | Yes |
| PaddleBoard: | Yes |
| 2 Man Kayak: | Yes |
| Swim Platform: | Yes |
| Boarding Ladder: | Yes, aft scoop |
| Beach Games: | Yes |
| DeepSea Fishing: | Yes |
| Fishing Gear: | Yes |
| Gear Type: | Pole spear, 2 trolling, 1 cast |
| # Fish Rods: | 3 |
| UnderWater Cam: | Yes |
| UnderWater Video: | Yes |
| Other Toys: | |
| 7 Person Dinghy With 40 HP Kite Board Kite Chase/Safety Boat 2-Person Kayaks 4 Stand Up Paddle Boards Towable Tube SunChill Float Bean Bags/Deck Furniture Snorkel Gear Fishing Gear Beach Games | |
Entertainment
| Internet: | Onboard WIFI |
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| BBQ: | Yes |
| VCR DVD: | Yes |
| Salon Stereo: | Yes |
| Board Games: | Yes |
| iPod: | Yes |
| Other: | |
| Bluetooth Stereo | |
Amenities | |
| AC: | Full |
| AC Night: | Yes |
| AC Surcharge: | no |
| Special Diets: | No |
| Kosher Diets: | No |
| Nude Charters: | Yes |
| Guest Smoke: | No |
| Crew Smokes: | No |
| Guest Pet: | No |
| Children?: | Yes |
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Click on Images to Enlarge
Crew Profile
Captain Jason Decker and Chef Lara Ortiz have been sailing together since meeting on the J/24 racing circuit in 2004. After crewing aboard TAHINA from Panama to New Zealand, they purchased her in 2018 and completed an extensive refit, creating a comfortable platform for sharing their love of sailing, water sports, and island life. Their years of cruising together, broad offshore experience, and genuine enthusiasm for helping guests explore shape a charter atmosphere that feels adventurous, personal, and relaxed.
Click each crew profile to learn more about their background, experience, and personal story.
Sample Menu
Freshly prepared cuisine featuring relaxed breakfasts, flavorful midday favorites, plated dinners, sweet finishes, and cocktails crafted for life aboard. Sample menu selections are listed below and may vary based on guest preferences, provisioning, and chef creativity.
DAY BREAK
Breakfasts are served with freshly brewed coffee, tea, assorted juices, and seasonal fresh fruit.
Breakfast Quesadillas
Warm tortillas filled with fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and savory breakfast fillings.
Avocado, Feta & Tomato Toast with Eggs
Toasted bread topped with smashed avocado, crumbled feta, ripe tomatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs.
Classic Eggs, Bacon & Hash Browns
Farm-fresh eggs served with crispy bacon, golden hash browns, and toasted bread.
Banana Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes layered with caramelized bananas, finished with maple syrup and fresh berries.
Breakfast Sandwiches on English Muffins
Soft English muffins filled with eggs, cheese, and classic breakfast accompaniments.
Smoked Salmon Toast
Creamy cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, shaved red onion, lemon, and fresh herbs on toasted bread.
Yogurt Parfaits with Granola
Creamy yogurt layered with crunchy granola and seasonal fruit.
MIDDAY
Tuna Poke Bowls
Fresh tuna served over rice with crisp vegetables and bright island flavors.
Fish Tacos with Tropical Salsa
Grilled fish tucked into warm tortillas and topped with vibrant tropical salsa.
Caesar Salad Wraps with Sweet Potato Fries
Classic Caesar flavors wrapped and served alongside grilled sweet potato fries and curry yogurt dipping sauce.
Fresh Corn Salad with Grilled Shrimp & Pineapple Skewers
Sweet corn tossed with seasonal ingredients and paired with grilled shrimp and pineapple.
Grilled Eggplant & Tomato Salad with Gourmet Grilled Cheese
Smoky grilled vegetables served with elevated, melty grilled cheese sandwiches.
BBQ Beef Wraps with Pasta Salad
Tender barbecue beef wrapped and paired with a chilled pasta salad.
Mexican Chicken & Rice Bowl
Seasoned chicken over rice, finished with fresh salsa and guacamole.
HORS D’OEUVRES
Hummus with Olive Oil & Freshly Baked Bread
Creamy hummus drizzled with olive oil, served with warm house-baked bread.
Conch Salad or Seafood Ceviche with Tortilla Chips
Bright citrus-marinated seafood served with crisp tortilla chips.
Antipasti Selection
Olive tapenade, seasoned olive oil, and freshly baked bread.
Melon & Prosciutto
Sweet melon paired with thinly sliced prosciutto.
Caprese Skewers
Fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil finished with a light drizzle.
Bacon-Wrapped Plantains
Sweet plantains wrapped in crispy bacon.
Sweet Pepper Jelly with Cream Cheese & Crackers
A sweet-and-savory spread served with crisp crackers.
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Grilled chicken skewers served with rich peanut dipping sauce.
MAIN
Grilled Lobster Tails
Served with coconut rice and bright citrus salsa.
Ribeye Steak
Juicy ribeye paired with mixed mashed potatoes and grilled seasonal vegetables.
Seared Scallops with Linguine
Delicate scallops served over linguine with capers and beurre blanc.
Apricot-Sage Chicken
Roasted chicken finished with apricot and sage, served with carrots and rice pilaf.
Fresh Catch with Herbed Quinoa
Grilled local fish accompanied by herbed quinoa and marinated grilled peppers.
Thai Shrimp & Vegetable Green Curry
Shrimp and vegetables simmered in green curry, served with rice.
Chicken & Rice Risotto
Creamy risotto with tender chicken, served alongside a fresh green salad.
DESSERT
Gourmet Ice Pops
Refreshing handcrafted ice pops in seasonal flavors.
Strawberry Fool
Light whipped cream folded with fresh strawberries.
Flan with Toasted Almonds & Fresh Berries
Classic flan finished with toasted almonds and berry garnish.
Grilled Fruit Skewers with Ginger Syrup
Warm grilled fruit drizzled with fragrant ginger syrup.
Coconut Macaroon Brownies
Rich brownies layered with coconut macaroon topping.
Salty Peanut Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft-baked cookies with chocolate chips and a touch of sea salt.
Poached Pears in Wine Sauce
Tender pears gently poached in spiced wine syrup.
Rates
| SEASON: |
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| Additional Rates & Notes |
| Winter 2026 to 2027 |
| Summer 2027 |
| Winter 2027 to 2028 |
Preferred Pickup: George Town, Bahamas
Price Details:
Cruising Area
• Bahamas
Base Port
• George Town, Bahamas
• Inquire for additional pick-up/drop-off locations
Taxes
• Not Included (14% tax applies)
Rates & Terms
Minimum charter nights
• 6-night minimum required due to expansive sailing area
• Shorter charters considered on request
Short-Term Charter Rate Calculations
• 6 nights = weekly rate ÷ 7 × 6
• 5 nights or less = weekly rate ÷ 6 × number of nights
Relocation Fees + 14% Tax
Please inquire for details regarding relocation prior to booking
• Staniel Cay – $500 one-way – $1,000 round-trip
• Nassau – $1,000 one-way – $2,000 round-trip
Fishing
• License cost is $100 USD (guest’s responsibility)
• Must request at booking so the crew can purchase the permit in advance
Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park
• Fees are not included in the rate.
• Park fees are to be paid onboard directly to the crew:
• $14 per guest per day in the park
• $25 per day park anchoring fee
• $50 per night park mooring fee
• Park visits are optional depending on guest preference, weather, and itinerary
Arrival | Departure Times
• Yacht prefers a 12pm arrival and departure time
• Please inquire for other times.
Sleep Aboard Option
• Not available
Dining Options- The number of meals listed are based on a 7 night charter
Full-Board Plan – Great for guests who want a fully onboard culinary experience
• 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners onboard
• Standard plan included in your charter rate
Local Fare Meal Plan – A taste of Caribbean cuisine
• 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners onboard
• 1 lunch & 2 dinners ashore (guest expense)
• $75 per person discount
Holiday Rates 2026 / 2027 Season
• Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights
Christmas Week
• $24,000 | Full Board | 1–6 guests
• Must end on or before December 26 at 12pm
New Year’s Week
• $24,000 | Full Board | 1–6 guests
• May not start prior to December 27 at 12pm
Important Notes
• Dockage and mooring balls can be arranged upon request at client expense
• No additional charge for nights at anchor.
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract
Rate Terms:
InclusiveAll rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation.
An additional premium maybe applied for Holiday Periods such as Christmas and New Year.
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Charter Yacht TAHINA Guest Reviews
February 2021
What an amazing trip with the Ocean Adventure Cat team. Captain Jason and First Mate Lara were incredibly hospitable, friendly, knowledgeable, and most importantly, fun!We spent our days in some of the most beautiful anchorages in the Exumas, floating on crystal clear water under painted blue skies. Every day was action-packed with snorkeling, diving, fishing, hiking, exploring islands, paddle boarding, and kayaking, just to name a few.
On the days that we didn’t feel up to adventures, we had lazy days on secluded beaches, swimming and chilling in the sun on the boat.
We had afternoons getting served happy hour drinks on a sand bar island meanwhile meeting other boaters and cruisers. Our evenings were spent at some of the local restaurants sampling some of the amazing Bahamian seafood. I have never seen lobster so huge!
Lara & Jason were very knowledgeable about the islands and the boat. They were incredible cooks and we even were able to help out a bit in the galley learning to cook up new recipes for fresh-caught conch from our day out on the water. As a monohull sailor myself it was good to get some different experiences sailing and helping crew the boat, learning the differences between boat types.
Tahina was very large and accommodating and never felt too cramped. Plenty of space to spread out both outdoors and below deck. We had such a great time, I’ll definitely be back next season!
Ryan
Hampton, Virginia, February 2021
Reviews
What an amazing trip with the Ocean Adventure Cat team. Captain Jason and First Mate Lara were incredibly hospitable, friendly, knowledgeable, and most importantly, fun!We spent our days in some of the most beautiful anchorages in the Exumas, floating on crystal clear water under painted blue skies. Every day was action-packed with snorkeling, diving, fishing, hiking, exploring islands, paddle boarding, and kayaking, just to name a few.
On the days that we didn’t feel up to adventures, we had lazy days on secluded beaches, swimming and chilling in the sun on the boat.
We had afternoons getting served happy hour drinks on a sand bar island meanwhile meeting other boaters and cruisers. Our evenings were spent at some of the local restaurants sampling some of the amazing Bahamian seafood. I have never seen lobster so huge!
Lara & Jason were very knowledgeable about the islands and the boat. They were incredible cooks and we even were able to help out a bit in the galley learning to cook up new recipes for fresh-caught conch from our day out on the water. As a monohull sailor myself it was good to get some different experiences sailing and helping crew the boat, learning the differences between boat types.
Tahina was very large and accommodating and never felt too cramped. Plenty of space to spread out both outdoors and below deck. We had such a great time, I’ll definitely be back next season!
Ryan
Hampton, Virginia, February 2021