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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: | 10kt |
| Cruising: | 7kt |
| Fuel Use: | 2 US Gall/Hr |
| Beam: | 26.25 ft |
| Draft: | 4.17 ft |
| Base Port: | George Town, Great Exuma |
Accomodations:
| 2 queen cabins with en suite and enclosed shower 1 double cabin (bed is queen width, double length) with pullman berth. En suite with wet shower -Crew take the starboard double cabin -Port side double cabin with Pullman berth is available to guests Full A/C available Large settee in salon Cockpit settee and lounge Cockpit shower Hot and cold water in all showers and sinks Forward staterooms: 60 x 80” (queen) Aft stateroom queen width/double length bed: 60 x 72” Aft stateroom pullman: 28.5 x 72" | |
| 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: | Not Onboard |
| Dive Tanks: | 8 |
| BCs: | 4 |
| Regs: | 4 |
| Divers: | 6 |
| Dive Info: | |
| Yacht carries 8 tanks + weights - fills via rendezvous only 4 BCDs - Sizing: 2 women’s, 2 men’s Weights, masks and fins are all available | |
| Dive Costs: | |
| 6 dives total included for party - if 6 divers, that’s 1 dive for the group; if it’s 3 divers, that’s 2 for the group. *Additional dives at guest expense for the price of tank fills | |
Water Toys
| Dinghy: | 13' |
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| Dinghy HP: | 40 |
| Dinghy Pax: | 7 |
| Snorkel Gear: | Yes |
| Tube: | Yes |
| PaddleBoard: | 4 |
| 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 |
| Sail Instruct.: | Yes |
Entertainment
| BBQ: | Yes |
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| VCR DVD: | Yes |
| Salon Stereo: | Yes |
| iPod: | Yes |
Amenities | |
| Voltages: | 110V |
| AC: | Full |
| AC Night: | Yes |
| Special Diets: | No |
| Kosher Diets: | No |
| Nude Charters: | Yes |
| Guest Smoke: | No |
| Crew Smokes: | No |
| Guest Pet: | No |
| Children?: | Yes |
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Crew Profile
The crew of Tahina met racing J/24 sailboats in 2004, and have sailed and cruised together ever since, eventually marrying in 2014. Having sailed their current yacht, Tahina, from Panama to New Zealand as crew for her original owners, Captain Jason and Mate/Chef Lara purchased her in 2018 and have fully refit her to the latest standards for use as a platform to share their passions for sailing, water sports and island life with guests.
Captain Jason holds an RYA Yachtmaster Ocean qualification, earned after years of competing at the highest levels of the J/24 one-design sailing class and in numerous other one-design and handicap-rated sailing events around the world, from Europe to the Americas and New Zealand, coupled with a half-circumnavigation. Jason is a qualified PADI divemaster, avid kiteboarder and sailor, and enjoys a morning paddle board or surfing expedition anytime he can squeeze it in. He is also a master of creating delicious breakfasts at sea.
Having been raised in South Florida by an avid fisherman and all around salty-living fanatic, Lara has been snorkeling, boating and paddling as long as she can remember. She has sailed well over 15,000 nautical miles of her own over the years, and in addition to being the lead culinary artist on board, her focus these days is on the business of helping people plan and experience vacations of a lifetime. She is an expert at whipping up delicious treats to suit our guests’ cravings, loves getting to know all the nooks and crannies of the places we travel, and is an expert at matching our guests’ interests with the perfect itinerary for their trip.
Sample Menu
Breakfast
Breakfasts are served with Coffee, Tea, Assorted Juices and Fresh Fruit
• Breakfast quesadillas
• Avocado, feta and tomato toast with eggs
• Eggs, crispy bacon and hash browns with toast
• Banana pancakes with maple syrup and berries
• Breakfast sandwiches on English muffins
• Smoked salmon toast with cream cheese, capers, shaved red onion, lemon and fresh herbs
• Yogurt partfaits with granola
Lunch
• Tuna poke bowls
• Fish tacos with tropical salsa
• Caesar salad wraps with grilled sweet potato fries and curry yogurt dipping sauce
• Fresh corn salad with grilled shrimp and pineapple skewers
• Grilled eggplant and tomato salad with gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches
• BBQ beef wraps and pasta salad
• Mexican chicken and rice bowl with fresh salsa and guacamole
Appetizers
• Hummus and prepared olive oil with freshly baked bread
• Conch salad/seafood ceviche and tortilla chips
• Antipasti with olive tapenade, prepared olive oil and freshly baked bread
• Melon balls and prosciutto
• Caprese skewers
• Bacon-wrapped plantains
• Sweet pepper jelly, cream cheese, and crackers
• Chicken satay and peanut sauce
Dinner
• Grilled lobster tails with coconut rice and citrus salsa
• Ribeye steak with mixed mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables
• Seared scallops on a bed of linguine with capers and beurre blanc
• Apricot-sage chicken with carrots and rice pilaf
• Fresh catch with herbed quinoa and grilled marinated peppers
• Thai shrimp and vegetable green curry and rice
• Chicken and rice risotto with green salad
Dessert
• Gourmet ice pops
• Strawberry fool
• Flan with toasted almond and fresh berry garnish
• Skewered grilled fruit with ginger syrup
• Coconut macaroon brownies
• Salty peanut chocolate chip cookies
• Poached pears in wine sauce
Rates
| SEASON: | 2 Guests | 4 Guests | 6 Guests |
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| Winter 2023 to 2024 | $19,400 | $20,200 | $21,000 |
| Summer 2024 | $19,400 | $20,200 | $21,000 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $19,400 | $20,200 | $21,000 |
Turn Around: 48, Inquire for 24
Preferred Pickup: Georgetown, Great Exuma
Other Pickup: Staniel Cay, Exumas
Price Details:
GENERAL NOTES:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 6, Inquire for less
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
All overnight charters require a 48 hour turn.
SUMMER 2024 RATES ONLY APPLY TO CHARTERS IN NEW ENGLAND. PLEASE USE WINTER 23/24 RATES FOR CHARTERS IN THE BAHAMAS STARTING NOVEMBER 2024
DECEMBER 2024 - PORTS ARE NASSAU-NASSAU OR NASSAU-STANIEL CAY. NO GEORGETOWN PORTS UNTIL AFTER THE HOLIDAYS.
BAHAMAS CHARTER:
BAHAMIAN TAXES & FEES:
ALL RATES ARE PLUS 14% TAX (4% Bahamian tax and 10% VAT. Not subject to commission)
EXUMA CAYS LAND & SEA PARK
Fees are not included in the rate. Rates for park are to be paid onboard directly to the crew:
-$12/guest per day in the park
-$50/night park mooring fee Park visits are optional depending on guest preference, weather and itinerary
RELOCATION FEES:
Based in George Town, Great Exuma and sailing between Nassau and Great Exuma
NASSAU - $1,000 (one-way)
STANIEL CAY - $500 (one-way)
SLEEP ABOARD: Sleep aboard the night before charter dates. Available for $300 per cabin, with a 2 cabin minimum. Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and canapes plus a light breakfast the next morning. Dinner is to be taken ashore at client expense.
BAHAMAS MEAL PLANS:
LOCAL-FARE ($75 discount per person) Includes: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners. Requires 1 lunch and 2 dinners ashore at client expense.
THROUGH SUMMER 2023: 2/$17,050 3/$17,375 4/$17,700 5/$18,025 6/$18,350
WINTER 2023/2024: 2/$19,250 3/$19,575 4/$19,900 5/$20,225 6/$20,550
HALF-BOARD not available due to itinerary constraints. Please inquire for custom meal plans.
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS:
FULLY CREWED. NASSAU PORTS. 7 night minimum.
Rate does not include 14% tax or Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park fees
CHRISTMAS: 1-6 guests @ $22,880 - charter must end by 12/26
NEW YEARS: 1-6 guests @ $22,880 - charter may not start prior to 12/27
NEW ENGLAND CHARTERS:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
SAILING AREA:
Narragansett Bay, Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket & Cuttyhunk.
Option to depart and return to Camden, ME if booking July 20 – August 31, 2024
Term-charter itineraries are customizable to guest preferences.
TOYS/AMENITIES: Paddleboards, kayak, Sunchill float, 40 hp dinghy transport, kite chase/safety boat, bean bags/deck furniture, Bluetooth stereo.
CREW: 2 - Captain & Chef/Mate ADDITIONAL FEES: Dockage can be arranged upon request at client expense. There is no additional charge for mooring balls or nights at anchor.
ADDITIONAL FEES: Dockage and mooring balls can be arranged upon request at client expense. There is no additional charge for nights at anchor.
DAY SAILS: When not otherwise booked, private 4- and 6-hour day sails for up to 6 guests are available for $800 and $1200, respectively. Snacks, lunch and beverages with ice and cooler can be arranged at cost, or guests may bring their own along.
NEW ENGLAND FULL-BOARD RATES: Includes all meals.
2 pax/$16,400
3 pax/$16,800
4 pax/$17,200
5 pax/$17,600
6 pax/$18,000
NEW ENGLAND HALF-BOARD RATES: Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners aboard. Requires 3 lunches and 4 dinners ashore at guest expense. (Subtract $150 per guest from total charter cost.)
2 pax/$16,100
3 pax/$16,350
4 pax/$16,600
5 pax/$16,850
6 pax/$17,100
Summer Base Port: Newport, RI
Summer Operating Area: USA - New England
Winter Base Port: George Town, Great Exuma
Winter Operating Area: Bahamas
Location Details:
***Tahina will be available for charter from Newport, RI and Camden, ME July, August & September 2024***
Rate Terms:
All Inclusive.Cruising Permit: Paid by BoatLicenses: Paid by BoatAll 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
March 2021
A trip aboard Tahina is nothing short of magical. From the boat, my wife and I got to see The Bahamas as it really is: seemingly endless strings of islands that offer an amazing range of experiences. And Tahina could deliver us to new places before the resort-bound tourists had even climbed into their rental cars. Jason and Lara knew where to go, what to do, and who to see; but they were happy to tailor our trip to our tastes. Want to dive a reef or stroll a beach? Pet a shark or try the conch? Talk a hike or sit in the sand? We did it all, or tried to, confident that Jason, Lara and Tahina would get us there and back swiftly and safely. The icing on the cake was all we learned from Jason and Lara about everything from sail trim to swim fins and plenty in between. My wife and I have sailed with them twice already and are looking forward to next time. Clay Jacksonville, Florida December 2020 and March 2021
March 2022
Hands down, best trip of my life. Good times had by all! I appreciated all of the efforts to see wildlife (iguanas, rays, dolphins), the cohesion of the group, and the all-around good vibes on and off the boat! Jason & Lara were the perfect hosts. I feel so fortunate to have sailed on Tahina! She was very good to us. J Aimee France, March 2022
March 2022
Great times with great people! Jason and Lara made this trip one to remember! The snorkeling and exploring was phenomenal. I so enjoyed diving for conch and spending the day learning how to clean and prepare the conch. It was also a lot of fun exploring the various cays with the abandoned buildings, iguanas, and beaches! The food was phenomenal, keeping us on our toes with different recipes every night. It was a wonderful time because of the people and the friends we found on the way. Bravo Jason and Lara!! Can’t wait to come back soon. Madeline Florida, USA
March 2022
We had an amazing time on Tahina. She’s so well looked after. Jason was so knowledgeable locally in all respects. I felt we were in good safe hands at all times. We saw some lovely stuff and managed to accommodate everything we wanted to do Lots of memories to go home with. Thank you for taking good care of us. Juliette United Kingdom
March 2022
We cannot thank you enough for the amazing time we had aboard Tahina. This was truly a magical week for our family. Thank you for tailoring this trip to keep 4 teenage boys entertained for a week, that is no easy task. You were so patient with them + laughed w/us at some of their teenage humor + behavior. Thank you for listening to our needs + wants + providing us a wonderful experience. The Exumas are absolutely breathtaking + I appreciate you showing us + teaching us about the islands + the seas. There were so many times when I just stopped + was overwhelmed with my God, the creator of this beauty he spoke into existence. This definitely is one of the best weeks we have enjoyed as a family. THANK YOU. Jason & Heather & Teenage crew Tennessee, USA
April 2022
What an amazing week. Just the right mix of adventure, discovery and relaxation. So many new experiences. Really who can say that they learned to wake board over a sunken plane wreck? A week of great food and lots of laughs. Truly a week full of memories to last a lifetime. Chad Utah, USA
May 2022
Best trip ever!! Jason and Lara were great to work with pre-trip. Jason made sure everything was epic. We snorkeled, dive, swam with nurse sharks, paddle boarded, saw turtles, pigs, iguanas, everything! He even managed to get us a front-row spot to the sunset nearly every night. 6 / 5 would do again. Thanks Jason and Lara — you have something very special to offer. Thanks for sharing. Heidi and Dave Oregon, USA
