Buena Vida

Buena Vida Yacht Charter

Yacht Description

Buena Vida yacht is a 50.00 ft long sailboat catamaran and spends the summer season in Bahamas, USA - Annapolis - MD and winter season in Bahamas. It was built by Lagoon in 2023. The yacht layout features 5 cabins and accommodates 10 guests. The cabin arrangement is following: 5 queen cabins, 1 single cabin.

and a generator.

Accommodation

5 queen cabins with dry heads

Cabin Breakdown

Queen Cabins: 5
Single Cabins: 1

Buena Vida Yacht Details

50'

Length

10

Guests

5

Cabins

2

Crew

Lagoon

Built by

20,000 - 23,000

Weekly price low-high season

Buena Vida Charter Price Details

Season Name 2 guests 3 guests 4 guests 5 guests 6 guests 7 guests 8 guests 9 guests 10 guests 11 guests 12 guests
Winter 2023 to 2024 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20,500 $21,000 $21,500 $22,000 $22,500 $23,000 $0 $0
Summer 2024 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20,500 $21,000 $21,500 $22,000 $22,500 $23,000 $0 $0
Winter 2024 to 2025 $20,000 $21,000 $21,000 $21,500 $22,000 $22,500 $23,000 $23,500 $24,000 $0 $0

Buena Vida yacht charter price

# of charter days Base Price APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) Total Note
14 day charter 40,000 to 46,000 8,000 to 13,800 48,000 to 59,800 Discounts outside the main season are common.
7 day charter 20,000 to 23,000 4,000 to 6,900 24,000 to 29,900 Standard charter rate, base for all calculations.
3 day charter 10,000 to 11,500 2,000 to 3,450 12,000 to 14,950 The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3).
Boat policy might differ.
20,000 / 6 * 3 days = 10,000

All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.

Price Details

Price from: 20,000

High season rate: 23,000

Additional Rate Details:

● STANIEL CAY RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $1,500 round trip or $750 one way and a minimum of 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.

● GEORGETOWN RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,500 round trip or $1250 one way and a minimum of 96 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.

● TURKS & CAICOS RELOCATION FEE: Inquire for rates.

● MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5

● GUEST PAX: 10

● LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: For 6-night charters, divide the weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide the weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.

● SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at the client's expense. Includes boarding after 4 pm, welcome cocktail, breakfast the next morning, and early start.

● HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at the client's expense.

● CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
$100 discount per child.

● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.

● TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $400 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard

● HOLIDAY RATES:
2024 CHRISTMAS: 7-night minimum $23,500 for 2-10 guests, must finish by December 26th.
2024 NEW YEARS: Flat rate of $28,500 for 2-10 guests and a 7-night minimum. Must begin no sooner than Dec 28th.


● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES:
Meals & Beverages onboard
Fuel
Mooring fees
Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain, chef/mate)
Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)
Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabins each with an ensuite bathroom and bedding, towels, and beach towels.
Snorkel gear
Stand Up Paddle Boards
Kayaks
Floating mat
Tube

● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Bahamas 14% VAT, customs fees, and taxes - to be paid by the Charterer prior to embarking on vessel.
Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)
Cancellation insurance and private insurance
Airport transfers to/from yacht base
Personal Expenses

● TIP:
It is customary to tip your crew at the end of your charter. The amount you leave is totally at your discretion and should be based on the level of service provided. The suggested gratuity is 15%-25% of the total charter fee.

● CONTRACT SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
The Charter Fee does not include the Bahamas VAT of 14%. Payment is due at final payment stage as listed in payment schedule.
Additional Rate Details:

● STANIEL CAY RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $1,500 round trip or $750 one way and a minimum of 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.

● GEORGETOWN RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,500 round trip or $1250 one way and a minimum of 96 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.

● TURKS & CAICOS RELOCATION FEE: Inquire for rates.

● MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5

● GUEST PAX: 10

● LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: For 6-night charters, divide the weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide the weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.

● SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at the client's expense. Includes boarding after 4 pm, welcome cocktail, breakfast the next morning, and early start.

● HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at the client's expense.

● CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
$100 discount per child.

● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.

● TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $400 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard

● HOLIDAY RATES:
2024 CHRISTMAS: 7-night minimum $23,500 for 2-10 guests, must finish by December 26th.
2024 NEW YEARS: Flat rate of $28,500 for 2-10 guests and a 7-night minimum. Must begin no sooner than Dec 28th.


● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES:
Meals & Beverages onboard
Fuel
Mooring fees
Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain, chef/mate)
Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)
Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabins each with an ensuite bathroom and bedding, towels, and beach towels.
Snorkel gear
Stand Up Paddle Boards
Kayaks
Floating mat
Tube

● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Bahamas 14% VAT, customs fees, and taxes - to be paid by the Charterer prior to embarking on vessel.
Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)
Cancellation insurance and private insurance
Airport transfers to/from yacht base
Personal Expenses

● TIP:
It is customary to tip your crew at the end of your charter. The amount you leave is totally at your discretion and should be based on the level of service provided. The suggested gratuity is 15%-25% of the total charter fee.

● CONTRACT SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
The Charter Fee does not include the Bahamas VAT of 14%. Payment is due at final payment stage as listed in payment schedule.

Price Terms

Inclusive

Buena Vida Yacht Charter Locations

Summer Season

Winter Season

Amenities

Salon Stereo: Yes
Nude: Inq
Crew Pets: No
Guest Pets: Yes
Water Maker: Yes
Water Capacity: 240G
Special Diets: Inq
Kosher: Inq
Bbq: Yes
Gay Charters: Inq
YachtNudeCharters: Inq
Crew Smokes: Inq
Generator: Yes
Inverter: Yes

Specifications

Tube:
Guests: 10
Draft: 4.7
Helipad:
Ac:
Ac Night:
Built: 2023
Turnaround: 48-hour / inquire for 24-hour
Cabins: 5
King:
Queen: 5
Double:
Single: 1
Twin:
Pullman:
Showers: 5
Basins: 5
Heads: 5
Electric Heads: 5
Jacuzzi:

Features

BBQ: Yes
AC: Full
Generator: Yes
Internet: Onboard WIFI

Layout

Layout of Buena Vida

More Specifications

Flag: US
Homeport: Annapolis
Resort Course:
Yacht Permit: 1
Yacht License: 1
Yacht Mca: 0
Yacht Insurance: London Marine

Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only

Air Compressor: Not Onboard
Scuba On Board: Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only

Fishing

Fishing Gear:
Fishing Gear Type:
Rods:
Deep Sea Fishing:

Green Initiatives

Green Initiative:
Reusable Bottles:
Other Green Efforts:

Water Sports

Dinghy Size:
Kayaks 1 Pax:
Kayaks 2 Pax:
Dinghy Hp: 30hp
Floating Mats:
Dinghy Pax: 8
Swim Platform: 1
Water Skis Adult:
Boarding Ladder:
Water Skis Kids:
Sailing Dinghy:
Jet Skis:
Beach Games:
Wave Runners:
Kneeboard:
Windsurfer:
Snorkel Gear: 8
Underwater Camera:
Scurfer:
Underwater Video:
Wake Board:
Paddleboard: 2

Other Entertainment

Small dogs allowed with additional cleaning fee of $500
Starlink internet onboard

Crew

Crew Information

Crew of Buena Vida|Captain Captain

Crew of Buena Vida|Chef Chef

Captain: Andrew

Captain Andrew:
When you think energy, fun, activities and service with a smile — Captain Andrew is your guy. On the ocean Andrew worked in South Africa, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Croatia, Bahamas, USA and the Caribbean - where he has a passion for all things water, practicing free-diving, spear fishing and surfing. His skills go beyond just being a Captain, as an ex-semi-professional snowboarder, circus performer, and with qualifications as a sailing, ski, snowboard, wakeboard and surf instructor —your trip will sure be exciting, and packed full of learning and adventure. If waves and action isn’t your forte, and you looking forward to a relaxed, stressed free vacation, Andrew has your back — having worked in hospitality in Japan, Cape Town and Lesotho, (can speak some Japanese), he is well versed in the meaning of guest experience, and will make sure all your needs are more than satisfied. Relaxing is a great and all, but hey if you are looking for a bit of a party, Andrew trained by his cousin who came second in cocktail making in London can whip you up an incredible “Captains Cocktail,” his favourite is a Margarita with a twist. Family and kids are the most important thing on holidays, Andrew worked as an au pair for 3 years while studying, he is super good with kids, always making sure they are having fun and are safe. As you can see theres very little Andrew cannot do, some may say that he can’t dance, but he likes to differ. Join him on your ultimate Yacht Vacation while Julia cooks you up meals that you will never forget.

Chef Julia:
Coming across the seas from the inner city of Sydney, Australia – I grew up baking alongside my mother and grandmother learning the home classics and passed down family recipes. After a challenging few years working as paediatric nurse during the global pandemic, I took the opportunity of the world opening back up to explore the world, tasting culinary delights in many parts of Asia and Europe before landing myself in Croatia as a Chef onboard flotilla charter yachts this past European summer. This experience ignited a flame for me to chase my dream of working as a chef on the water full-time.

I come from a strong hospitality background working in several established venues in Sydney both behind the bar and front of house. I have completed a number of short culinary courses with Le Cordon Bleu and the Australian Patisserie Academy and am so passionate about delivering delicious food and a unique hospitality experience.

Outside of cooking up a storm, there is nothing more relaxing to me than perching in the sun with a good book or finding new walks along the coastlines around the world. Coming from a large family, bringing people together around a table to enjoy a meal and share stories is one of life’s greatest moments in my eyes and I cannot wait to welcome you onboard and share this with you all.

I am very excited to be joining captain Andrew onboard Buena Vida for my first season in The Bahamas.

Menu

Breakfasts


Served daily with a fresh fruit platter, yogurt parfait or baked good, coffee, tea, and juice


Huevos Rancheros - tomato salsa, pickled jalapenos, avocado crema


Shakshuka Eggs - breakfast sausages, labneh, fresh lemon


Maple Pancakes - caramelized banana, fresh berries, whipped cream


Bagel Platter - smoked salmon, cream cheese, capers, onion


Spinach & Tomato Frittata - cheddar cheese, onion, fresh bread


Eggs Benedict - poached eggs, bacon, wilted spinach, hollandaise


 


Lunch


Tuna Poke Bowl - Edamame, Cucumber, Nori, Wasabi Mayo, and Prawn Ceviche w/ crispy tortilla chips


Lemon and Garlic Chicken - spiced cous cous, suma pita, fattoush salad


Chilli Prawn Linguine - cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, peach burrata salad


Spiced Jerk Chicken Wings - coconut rice, pineapple salsa


Pork San Choy Bao - steamed rice, scallions, ginger, crushed peanutes


Blackened Fish Tacos - mango slaw, avocado crema, coriander, lime


 


Appetizers


Prawn Cocktail - cripsy lettuce, lemon, spicy dill mayonnaise


Tuna Crudo - capers, pickled onion, citrus vinaigrette


Tomato Tartin - basil parmesan crust


Charcuterie Board - crudites, assorted cheese, cured meats


Bocconcini skewers - melon, proscuitto, basil


Smoked Salmon Bilinis - beetroot cream cheese, capers, dill


 


Dinner


Lemon RIsotto w/seared scallops - caprese salad, fresh bread, EVOO & balsamic vinagraitte


Chicken Ballotine - sundried tomatoes, truffle parmesan polenta, broccolini


Brown Butter Gnocchi - grana padano, crispy sage, pear & arugula salad


Masala Spiced Fish - tumeric rice, raita, coriander salsa, pickles


Sticky Asian Baked Salmon - Jasmine rice, spicy cucumber salad, ginger orange vinagraitte


Pan Seared Steak - chimichurri, fondant potato, garlic roasted asparagus


 


Deserts


Creme Caramel - chantilly cream, toffee shards


Hazelnut Tiramisu - marscapone cream, chocolate dust


Strawberrry & Cream Granita - fresh berries, passionfruit syrup, whipped cream


Key Lime Cheesecake - butter biscuit crumble, lime zest


Chocolate Mousse - chocolate brownie, berry coulis, mint


Coconut Pannacotta - citrus compote, honey praline

Reviews

I can’t believe I almost did not come on this trip!
I can’t believe I almost did not come on this trip! Thank goodness my first catamaran trip was on the Buena Vida with you guys, Andrew and Julia. It was the trip of a lifetime filled with amazing animals (I never thought I would ever pet a shark!!), beautiful views, snorkelling, swimming, Julia’s amazing meals and all with my beautiful siblings, in-laws and fantastic husband. Thank you Andrew & Julia, from the bottom of my heart for making this trip so special and thank you brother Paul for making it all possible. Love Mary DiNardo Midyette

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Andrew & Julia, thank you for all you did for our family this week!
Andrew & Julia, thank you for all you did for our family this week! Your care for us, the boat and our adventures made this a truly amazing experience that we will never forget. Andrew, thanks for keeping us on the safe side of the storms and currents while snorkelling. Your passion for sailing the islands is contagious. Julia, a picture paints a thousand words and the fact that we took photos of every meal you served says it all. Thank you for treating us to such a thoughtful and beautifully prepared meal three times a day! We appreciate all you did for us! Wishing you both fair winds and travelling seas!
Friends on the journey, Lora & Paul DiNardo
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Thank you for an absolutely amazing trip.
Andrew & Julia,
After reading the entries from my siblings there is not much more I can add. I would like to say that there is so much love in our family and a family with great hearts and kindness. When we were with you we felt your love and kindness for our family too! So we now officially consider you ‘family’. You also shared your love of sailing, your love of the ocean, your love of cooking and your love from this amazing boat. You cared for it like it was yours. Thank you for an absolutely amazing trip. From the blue waters to snorkelling, to petting sharks, it was the trip of a lifetime, and you all made it special. I wish you love and success as you move forward. Love, Jimmy D
Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Andrew & Julia,
Thank you for such a wonderful experience! Our trip was off to a great start the moment we met you both on the dock. Your kindness and experience made this trip one we will never forget. You both quickly became our friends. Andrew, thanks for keeping us safe while we were having a blast! You gave us every opportunity to see and experience what was available. Julia, you lavished us with the most amazing meals. Every meal was beautiful and delicious. Thank you also for joining us at the games. We truly enjoyed our conversations and laughter. May God bless you both and may the wind be always at your back. Love, Helen & Pete
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Hi, Jeb here, goodbye friends!
Dear Julia and Andrew.
Hi, Jeb here, goodbye friends! We will meet again, I promise). You hosted all of us with aplomb and we felt safe and appreciated under your watchful eyes. Food was on time and nourishing. All the rest – from hikes to wildlife contact and Andrew’s clarity about all things we encountered. Thank you guys.
Silvarolli Charter - If there’s a heaven or paradise, this is the place!
Dear Julia and Andrew, Thanks for hosting us on your lovely vessel. We’ve visited unimaginable locations. Antonio said “if there’s a heaven or paradise, this is the place.” It was an amazing experience, to visit and stay on your vessel with our family. It was a blessing and we thank you for that!!! Best wishes and a great 2024. Fritz, Dani, Fre, Anna, Pedro, Antonio, Zahra and Leo
It was amazing and a 11/10 experience and I would 100% do it again!
Leigh, Francois, Riley and Conor
What a special time on this beautiful boat. We’re fortunate to spend this Christmas with special friends. What an experience. Andrew and Julia were an amazing team and made the experience seamless. Amazing food and sailing/boating knowledge. Highly Recommend!
Chloe
This was such a fantastic trip! Thank you for helping make such amazing memories and absolutely mouth watering meals. You guys made this trip really special and a Christmas to remember!
Charlie
Thank you so my for such a wonderful holiday! Each day was filled with and abundance of fun activities and delicious food. Over the past few days I HAVE HAD SUCH A GREAT TIME AND HAVE CREATED MEMORIES I’LL NEVER FORGET.
Conor
One of the best vacations I’ve ever gone on! Filled with one of a kind views and experiences! Food was phenomenal and people were amazing. Thank you for memories Ill never forget.
Riley
thank you so much for a wonderful trip! It was amazing and a 11/10 experience and I would 100% do it again.
Gerry and Sheena
Once you step on this fabulous catamaran, you will experience pure serenity an utter bliss. The captain and chef go out of their way to cater for your every need. Fantastic trips around the beautiful islands, matched with scrumptious meals. We were totally spoilt. Will definitely do it again!
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Buena Vida

Price Terms: Inclusive

Price from 20,000

High season 23,000

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