VIRGIN ISLANDS CHARTER YACHTS:
1-800-596-0594
WANDERLUST
| Length: | 50 ft |
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| Builder: | Lagoon |
| Year Built: | 2022 |
| Max Guests: | 8 |
| Cabins: | 4 |
| # Crew: | 2 |
| Max Speed: | 14 knots |
| Cruising: | 8 knots |
| Beam: | 27 ft |
| Draft: | 5 ft |
| Base Port: | Virgin Islands |
Accomodations:
| Accommodates 8 guests in 4 cabins with 3 ensuite heads w/ enclosed showers. Crew will take port aft cabin | |
| Queens: | 3 |
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| Double Cabins: | 1 |
Charter Yacht WANDERLUST : 2022 50 ft Lagoon Catamaran
Scuba Diving
| Scuba: | Onboard |
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| License Info: | Master |
| Compressor: | Not Onboard |
| Dive Tanks: | 8 |
| BCs: | 6 |
| Regs: | 6 |
| Divers: | 6 |
| Dives: | 6 |
| Dive Info: | |
| 3 dives included per certified diver Diving group number depends on certified divers experience. | |
| Dive Costs: | |
| 3 dives per week included for certified divers - charters 6 nights or more. Additional dives $50 per dive per person. | |
Water Toys
| Dinghy: | 12ft |
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| Dinghy HP: | 30hp |
| Dinghy Pax: | 6 |
| Snorkel Gear: | Yes |
| Tube: | Yes |
| WakeBoard: | 1 |
| PaddleBoard: | Yes |
| 2 Man Kayak: | Yes |
| Float Mats: | Yes |
| Swim Platform: | Yes |
| Boarding Ladder: | Yes |
| Beach Games: | Yes |
| DeepSea Fishing: | Yes |
| Fishing Gear: | Yes |
| UnderWater Video: | Yes |
| Sail Instruct.: | Yes |
| Other Toys: | |
| BVI fishing license 4 sub blue underwater scooters | |
Entertainment
| Internet: | Onboard WIFI |
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| BBQ: | Yes |
| VCR DVD: | Yes |
| Salon Stereo: | Yes |
| Num DVD: | Yes |
| Num CDs: | Streaming |
| CamCorder: | Yes |
| Board Games: | Yes |
| Num Books: | Yes |
| iPod: | Yes |
| Other: | |
| Complementary USVI and BVI map to track your charter Stream2Sea Products Including- Shampoo Body Wash Leave-In Conditioner Body Lotion Reef Safe 30SPF Sunscreen | |
Amenities | |
| AC: | Full |
| AC Night: | Yes |
| Hair Dryer: | Yes |
| Special Diets: | Yes |
| Kosher Diets: | Inq |
| Nude Charters: | Yes |
| Guest Smoke: | Tramsom Please |
| Crew Smokes: | No |
| Guest Pet: | No |
| Children?: | Yes |
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Crew Profile
Hailing from Limpopo in South Africa, Francois comes from a small farming town in the Afrikaans area of the country. He grew up close to the nature and the breathtaking wildlife of the area, and has carried his love of the outdoors throughout his life.
Francois began his maritime career working as a commercial diver, flown out to the BVI to assist in the mass clean up and yacht salvage in the wake of Hurricanes Irma and Maria. As a qualified class 2 Commercial Bell Diver he is more than comfortable below sea level, and has recently transferred his skills to qualify as a Dive Master, ensuring all guests are in more than safe and experienced hands.
One of his proudest achievements is his involvement with a non-profit charity in the BVI creating artificial reefs and interactive dive sites including the sunken wreck of the ‘Willy T’ and ’Sharkplano’, he has unwaivered local knowledge of the sites and will ensure to show you the very best spots.
Being an incredibly calm and collected character, Francois will always be at your service with a smile and will make sure his guests feel well attended to and safe, whilst giving them their own tailored trip of a lifetime.
Katie’s love for yachting started in her early teens where she spent family holidays sailing the Ionian in Greece
Her sailing career began where she worked as a hostess in Lefkada, then moving across to seek new challenges in the windy Saronic Gulf and Cyclades. From there she moved to the British Virgin Islands, during her downtime between seasons she studied at Culinary school in Devon and on the Isle of Wight, developing and refining her love for cookery.
Katie began cheffing professionally in 2016 in the Caribbean where she found a love for the culture and flavours of the area.
She has been working in the Caribbean ever since, spending her downtime diving, kiteboarding and exploring all of natures little secrets that the BVI has to offer.
She is also a qualified Day Skipper and Rescue Diver so you’ll be sure to be in safe and competent hands across all elements of the yacht.
Whatever your requests or requirements Katie is more than happy to tailor her menu for her guests every need, using only the freshest and most vibrant local ingredients Katie’s dishes will guarantee to wow!
Captain Francois Botha
Qualifications and Skills
STCW-HLSCC Tortola
PADI DIVEMASTER-Aquanauts Grenada
Certification of Commercial Class II Diver, Jacks Dive Chest
Commercial Diving School (Member: NO M-JDC)
-Decompression Chamber Operator -Underwater Welding Proficiency
-H2S-Hydrogen Sulfide Induction Course -SSDE Nitrox Diver Class III
-Compressor Operator -Pre Sea Induction Course
DMT-IMCA Diver Medic (PDC-DMT-950) Professional Diving Centre, Durban Harbour
Diving First Aid & First Aid at Work (Level 3)
Commercial Diver Advanced 02 Administration Certificate
Diving Medical Certificate Class II (Air) with Decompression Chamber, Dr MJ Pravetz PhD
Chef/ First Mate Katie Harrison
Qualifications and Skills
Certificate in Intermediate Cookery, Ashburton Culinary School
-Mastery of Core Skills
-Premium Fish, Poultry, Butchery and preperation
-Pasta and Pastries
-Sauces, Vinaigrettes, Marinades, and Garnishes
USKA Superyacht Cookery Foundation
-Sundowners and Canapes
-Sushi
-Menu Planning and Food Provisioning
-Packing Hazards, Regulations, and Stowage
USKA Superyacht Interior Foundation
-RYA Powerboat Level 2
-MCA STCW Basic Training
-VHF Short Range Radio
-CIEH Food SafetyLevel 2
-All Service styles including Silver
-Floristry and Table presentation
-Wine, Port, Cigar Study
-Cocktails-presentation and mixology
PADI Rescue Diver
Emergency First Response-CPR and First Aid
Crew fully vaccinated
Sample Menu
Chef Katie's 7 Day Sample Menu
Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast served in the aft Cockpit, all chef Katie’s breakfasts include a fresh fruit platter and daily fresh baked goods
Eggs Benedict - Toasted English muffin, Canadian bacon
Breakfast Tacos - wheat tortilla, chorizo potatoes and cheddar scrambled egg
Cilibir (Turkish eggs) - poached eggs, Aleppo butter, yoghurt spread served with homemade pitta
Coconut French Toast - Coconut encrusted brioche, caramalized banana and nuts, berry coulis and crème Anglaise
Bagel Platter - Toasted bagels, cream cheese, smoked salmon, scrambled egg and bacon
Croque Madam - Bechamel, cheddar and ham with toasted sourdough, served with a sunny side up egg
Huevos Rancheros - Pico de gallo, refried beans, salsa, feta on a fresh wheat tortilla
Lunch
After a morning of sunning, sailing and snorkeling, sit back, relax and enjoy a fresh and delicious lunch onboard
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad - sourdough croutons, local greens and homemade dressing
Blackened local snapper with Cobb Salad - Grilled snapper with homemade blackening spice served alongside classic Cobb salad with local avocado, bacon and blue cheese
Pasta a la Norma, Italian salad and focaccia - Parpadelle with eggplant, tomato sauce and fresh basil, served with an Italian salad with herb dressing and freshly baked focaccia
Boerewors Rolls - Authentic South African fare of locally made beef sausage, and homemade rolls, served with chakalaka Salad and chutneys
Teriyaki Salmon, garlic pak choi and asian noodle salad - homemade teriyaki, fresh noodle salad with sweet dressing
Caribbean Roti with Cantaloupe Salad - traditional West Indian roti with vegetables and boneless chicken thighs, served with mango chutney, local hot sauce and cantaloupe salad with cucumber, fresh herbs, cardamon dressing and sumac
Shrimp Tacos - spicy shrimp tacos with mango, avocado crema, Mexican rice, homemade guacomole and salsa
Appetizers
Watch the sun set with a cocktail in hand, and enjoy one of Katie’s delicious appetizers
Charcuter-yay! A selection of finest meats and, fresh olives, pickles and crackers
Smoked salmon on homemade blinis, served with horseradish cream
Fresh hummus with crudités - creamy garlic hummus, warm homemade pitta and chopped vegetables
Cheeeeese party - a sampler of gourmet cheeses, sweet preserves and fresh fruit
Honeyed whipped feta and roasted olives - served with fresh baguette
Bahamian conch ceviche - scallop and prawns, served with tortilla chips
Bruschetta - heirloom tomato and local herbs, with balsamic reduction
Dinner
Enjoy a candlelit dinner al fresco with good friends and old wine, or good wine and old friends!
Seared sesame Saku tuna with miso - coconut cauliflower purée, fresh mango salsa, coconut rice and wonton crisp
Star anise barbecue Beef Short Rib - pomme purée, charred spring onion and sweet shredded sprouts with shallot
Proscuitto wrapped Wahoo - served on a bed of fennel and saffron risotto with a lemon caper sauce
Pistachio crusted Mahi Mahi - Local Mahi, sautéed peppers, jeweled pearled couscous with passion fruit beurre blanc
Scallop and Shrimp Linguinie - chilli, local herb, lemon and white wine light cream sauce
Jerk Pork Tenderloin - authentic Jamaican jerk, served with grilled pineapple, rice and peas, roast vegetables and guava glaze
Surf and Turf - Sous vide fillet steak with peri peri grilled Shrimp, creamy polenta with Parmesan and rosemary, black garlic compound butter, asparagus bouquets and dressed baby arugula
Dessert
Finish with a bang! We only count memories on Wanderlust, never calories
Mini pavlova - baked meringue nests with fresh vanilla cream, berry coulis and fresh fruit
Passion fruit and raspberry posset - served with pistachio biscuit
Flourless chocolate cake - chocolate ganache, crème anglais and strawberry
Key Lime Pie - served with torched Italian meringue
Sticky Toffee Pudding - butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream
Vanilla crème brûlée - homemade granola and berries
Cheesecake - served with berry coulis and fruit sorbet
Rates
| SEASON: | 2 Guests | 4 Guests | 6 Guests | 8 Guests |
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| Summer 2023 | $27,000 | $28,000 | $29,000 | $30,000 |
| Winter 2023 to 2024 | $27,000 | $28,000 | $29,000 | $30,000 |
| Summer 2024 | $27,000 | $28,000 | $29,000 | $30,000 |
Turn Around: 48hr preferred
Preferred Pickup: West End, Tortola
Other Pickup: Please Inquire
Price Details:
BVI Cruising Permits, Fees, and Taxes are included in the rate.*Short Charters Available*
24hr turns available. Please Inquire
3 queen ensuite cabins and midship cabin are available to guests. Midship and port forward cabins share head. Crew will take port aft queen cabin.
HOLIDAYS:
2023
Christmas Flat Rate $30,000 inquire about pick up and drop off. 7 night minimum.
New Years Flat Rate $35,000 inquire about pick up. 7 night minimum.
HALF-BOARD RATES: Discount Applied First
(7/4/3 BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER): $150 off / person
***3 lunches and 4 dinners ashore at client expense***
LESS THAN 6 NIGHT CHARTERS DIVIDE BY 6 RULE:
(Rate / 6 X #Nights)
***(Rate divided by 6N X number of nights*** For 6 nights divide rate by 7 X 6N.
SLEEP ABOARD:
$2,000 Sleep aboard the night before the charter departs
Guests arrive to the yacht at 5pm. Snacks and welcome drink served, this is not an open bar. Dinner is ashore on clients expense. Continental breakfast provided next morning. Vessel departs at noon.
CHILD DISCOUNTS: Discount Applied First
Children 15 and under $500 discount
***must be 15 or under at the time of charter***
Exclusive Water Taxi available!
The Caribe Express provides private transportation to and from your charter yacht on a comfortable Aquila 36.
Enjoy complimentary cocktails while our professional crew handles Customs and Immigration
Please inquire for pricing.
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 WANDERLUST Guest Reviews
July 2023 BVI Charter
Dear Katie and Francois, Thank you both for the vacation of a lifetime. Every moment was unforgettable from the fabulous welcome, the amazing meals, the thoughtful details, the yummy drinks, and beautiful beaches! We enjoyed both of your company so much. You are both so sweet, funny, knowledgable and made every day PERFECT! Thanks for your patience while we learned new things. Thanks for sharing your stories and enriching our lives. It will truly be difficult for any future vacation to match up. Please let us know when your recipe book is available. The Olympics was so fun and added another layer of fun! You truly thought of everything and are a terrific team! Please come visit us down in NOLA. Wishing you both continued success! With much gratitude and love, -The AllamsJune 2023 BVI Charter
Dear Katie and Francois, Thank you for an incredible few days aboard Wanderlust. When we first arrived with our gaggle of excited kids who could barely contain their energy, you were both poised and patient, so thoughtful and attentive to all our needs. The kids fell in love with both of you. Katie your cooking was fantastic. You also have such a delightful and positive lightness of being that was a pleasure to be around. We relished every minute of our time with you. I cannot tell you how appreciative we were of the effort you made to coordinate so smoothly with Windward for our tandem. The details and special effort for the 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration were above and beyond! Thank you again!! -ValerieApril 2023 BVI Charter
Could not have even imagined how amazing this trip has been ... over the top on every scale... Francois and Katie, your involvement in our time made it all the more perfect! Amazing and not able to surpassed. Love you both We had the best week with long time friends and making new friends with Katie and Francois! Your hospitality was the best ! We ate wonderful food everyday- too much! We stopped in all the fun spots- The Baths, Bitter End, Saba Rock, Cooper Island, Soggy Dollar, Foxy's, Anegada, and many more. We have to last a lifetime. Thanks so much, We loved every minute xoxo Kathy and Ed Thank you for your gracious and fun vibe while keep us safe and so well fed while we lived on Wanderlust for the week! The rest and relaxation plus activities were balanced perfectly. So grateful to share this gorgeous corner of the world with you and good friends! Two small words don't seem enough, but Thank You Katie and Francois! Love, Maria We had such a fantastic time in the BVI. Thank you for making us feel so comfortable on the boat and for all of the special touches you did to make everything great! The food- OMG-was phenomenal. Katie you are a wonderful cook . Francois, we loved playing games with you and the captains drink was a highlight of everyday. Best of luck on all your new adventures, together. We will miss you and think of you often! xoxo Margaret and Mark
April 2023 BVI Charter
Katie and Francois, Where to begin? I''l start with this-this was our most favorite vacation ever! We expected beautiful waters and warm sun, but we are leaving with new friendships in the two of you and so much more. Your hospitality has been incredible-always so easy going and willing to jump in and play with our 3 girls! Katie aka Julia Child, your cooking and presentation is what would be found at a 5 star restaurant. You made Easter so special for the girls-creating bunny fruit plates and an Easter cake. We will be dreaming of your meals back at home. I don't know how you do it all every day. Francois, you are one of a kind! Teaching the kids how to tie all different knots during our long sails, always finding the perfect beaches and bays, leading us on the most fascinating dives and hearing about you firsthand experience. Thank you both for these lifelong memories that we will truly never forget. We know that living this life can be hard for the family that misses you, but know that you are touching lives like ours and creating meaningful memories for them. What a gift to share this life together-we are rooting for you two. You are one incredible pair. Please come visit us in Newport Beach, CA. Love and Gratitude, the Acosta FamilyMarch 2023 BVI Charter
The Wanderlust adventure will be one we'll always remember. We enjoyed the food, snorkeling, and new friendships with Katie and Francois. -Cindy and Mark This experience was amazing! Exceeded all our expectations. Wanderlust is gorgeous. Our crew was the best! I highly recommend. Our entire trip was amazing and would love to do it all over again. Blessings to all! -Bryan and Deanna This was our second charter, and Wanderlust far exceeded our first adventure. The crew were hospitable, helpful, accommodating, and most importantly professional. They always had an eye on us to make sure we were having fun, but safe. The food was 5 star-every meal! The evening "captains" cocktails were imaginative and was a great way to start a relaxing evening after a day of snorkeling and adventure. The boat was immaculate and comfortable...beds were better than most hotels! Special thanks to Katie and Francois. -Randy and CindyMarch 2023 BVI Charter
This was our first charter experience, and we couldn't have been any luckier! A beautiful brand new boat, decorated perfectly. Francois and Katie made us feel comfortable. It was so easy to transition to "island time." Our only request was that we didn't have a busy itinerary, and Francois and Katie delivered! We got to see new places (and some old). We love the BVI!! Every spot is unique in its own way and has different things to offer. I can't believe I made it this far and haven't mentioned the food! WOW!! So much, beautiful, great tasting food. Katie is hands down the best chef! Stuffed from dinner, someone would always mention how they couldn't wait til breakfast the next morning. Literally everything we ate was the best! Fresh lobster from a passing fisherman was a special treat! Wanderlust is always spotlessly clean and smells amazing. It's funny how it seems to have been made for this crew. I'm not sure what more we could have asked for. This trip is our favorite, EVER. We can't thank you enough, Francois and Katie!! The Websters
February 2023 BVI Charter
We love Katie and Francois! You two are the best. Katie is the best cook/baker, best tea maker, one of the sweetest people you have ever met, always in a cheerful mood. Katie makes every dish unique and very flavorful, and she is very attentive to everyones needs. Francois is the BEST Captain ever! Katie and Francois made our experience on Wanderlust AMAZING!!! Our beds were made and cleaned everyday right when we woke up and turned down perfectly every night before we went to bed. The interior and exterior of the boat was always clean and tidy. Everything at all times smells so fresh and clean on Wanderlust! Overall, what a beautiful boat and wonderful couple. We loved going to Soggy Dollar, Saba Rock, Bitter End and Cooper Island. We had so much fun but our fun and experience was easily heightened by Katie and Francois.
