Catamaran Altesse | Carefree Yacht Charters®

Rates

Season	Passengers
Season	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
Summer 2022	$29,500.00	$30,000.00	$30,500.00	$31,000.00	$31,500.00	$32,500.00	$34,500.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00
Winter 2022 to 2023	$29,500.00	$30,000.00	$30,500.00	$31,000.00	$31,500.00	$32,500.00	$34,500.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00
Summer 2023	$29,500.00	$30,000.00	$30,500.00	$31,000.00	$31,500.00	$32,500.00	$34,500.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00
Winter 2023 to 2024	$29,500.00	$30,000.00	$30,500.00	$31,000.00	$31,500.00	$32,500.00	$34,500.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00

Price Details

Availability

To find the best dates for your charter, call us in our South Florida office at (954) 980-9281, toll free at (888) 670-6884 or fill out our Quick Request Form.

Calendar

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Locations

Summer Base Port: St. Thomas
Summer Operating Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (US), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Winter Base Port: St. Thomas
Winter Operating Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (US), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Preferred Pickups: YHG
Other Pickups: AYH
Turnaround: 48 hrs preferred, Inquire for

Reviews from our Carefree Clients

A repeat client and group of couples that we booked aboard 56' Catamaran Altesse in April, 2019 said:

Hi Lynne,

We had an excellent trip! Both Altesse and At Home in the Tropics were fabulous. Thanks again for all your help. I'm happy to provide my thoughts about the charter.

As usual, we had a top notch trip with Altesse and Richard and Sarah. They are excellent hosts and it shows in how pristine they keep Altesse and everything associated with their voyages. They are easy to communicate with and they keep all the preference information in mind when preparing for trips. Richard is a great captain - always keeping the sailing enjoyable and finding anchorages and moorings where others can't (it pays to know people!). Sarah starts the morning with ideas for each day that we could choose from and with this being our second cruise they took us to amazing new spots and some favorites as well. The cuisine was amazing. We had a huge variety of food, tailored to our tastes with something different to experience each day. Sarah's presentations are always elegant. Sarah and Richard provide the perfect experience - joining in with our group on many occasions for hikes or island exploration and also giving us many ideas for things to enjoy on our own.

I can't say enough about the ease and experience of Carefree Charter services. Everything was a breeze, from booking the catamaran (with great suggestions from Lynne) to getting information on island accommodations and a variety of excursions (fishing, tours, etc.). Lynne was always available and very responsive to any request. She is also very knowledgeable about the vessels, the crews, the islands, etc. which made for a great experience. Information on the booking and payments was excellent, making it easy for us to navigate our group through the process.

Thanks again for making our second BVI trip a great success!!

Lynne B., Louisiana

A family that we booked aboard 56' Catamaran Altesse for Christmas, 2018 said:

Hi Lynne,

We can't thank you enough for all that you did to ensure that our vacation on Altesse was nothing short of AMAZING! Your quick responses to any of our questions, your guidance on selecting the best boat for our family, and your helpfulness in the entire charter process. It was truly a trip of a lifetime!

Altesse is a beautiful boat - impeccable and had everything we could have ever wanted - the champagne deck is awesome! But what really made the trip for us were Rich and Sarah. We cannot say enough about them - Rich was an excellent captain and always made sure we moored in just the perfect spots to watch the sunsets. He is so knowledgeable on all of the islands and shared many fun and interesting stories about the BVI. He and Sarah created the perfect itinerary for our family ensuring that we could experience as much of the BVI as possible in our 7 day charter. They made us feel at home immediately and pampered us the entire time. One of the major highlights of the trip was Sarah's extraordinary cooking - we looked forward to every meal! I don't think we have ever had such delicious food - and the presentations were incredible - so beautiful that we felt a little guilty digging in! I don't know how you could ever find a more thoughtful and engaging crew. We all said we would like to return to Altesse with Rich and Sarah next year. They gave us the perfect Christmas!

Thank you for everything Lynne - it couldn't have been more perfect!

Cheryl K., Illinois

A family that we booked aboard for Altesse for 11 nights in June, 2018 shared their Altesse guest book entry with us. As they told us on a glowing follow up call regarding their experience, they felt this entry truly said it all:

After reading the Altesse guest book, every conceivable glowing adjective and positive comment has been previously stated. We ditto all those comments.

We are only left with creating our own Altesse Customer Survey:

Hospitality & Service: 10 Stars

Suites & Accommodations: 10 Stars

Leisure & Water Sports: 10 Stars

Food & Beverage: 10 Stars

Overall Experience: 10 Stars

Rich & Sarah Bowman: 100 Stars

Thank you Rich & Sarah for sharing your home with us for a magical 11 day experience. The Altesse is a beautiful yacht but Rich and Sarah transform it into a luxury resort and truly royal holiday we will never forget. You have exceeded every expectation, your dedication to excellence is stunning, and your taste, style, and service is impeccable. We would love to reciprocate in the future and share our homes in Virginia and Florida with you. Warmest Regards,

Bart & Lynn W., Virginia

Crew

Capt. Kennon Jones
Originally from Georgia, Kennon has been sailing since 2011 when he decided to buy a 23’ sailboat from craigslist for $500. It was all downhill from there as sailing fever took hold. He went on to complete a two and a half year double handed circumnavigation (2018 - 2020) aboard his 1971 Tartan 34C Temujin which he still lives aboard and cruises in the off season. With over 33,000 nautical miles of experience, he holds a USCG Master Near Coastal license and works as a freelance captain for deliveries, charters, and sailing/cruising instruction. Prior to making a living on the water, Kennon worked for the Department of State in Washington, D.C. and extensively cruised the Chesapeake Bay. He has a degree in Economics and Chinese (Mandarin) from Wake Forest University and speaks Spanish, French, Mandarin, and Italian as well as bits of Indonesian, Russian, and Arabic. When not sailing Kennon enjoys scuba diving, spearfishing, wakeboarding, reading, dabbling in data science, and continuing to avoid climates where socks are necessary (though an exception is made for snow skiing).

Chef Stephanie Johnson
Stephanie was raised in beautiful Oregon but has spent 20 years throughout the Caribbean. She feels lucky to be able to call both naturally beautiful spots home. After graduating with a Marine Biology degree Stephanie discovered the yachting industry which combined her love of adventure, marine life, sharing food, meeting new people, and generally celebrating life.

Stephanie and her husband owned their own 72ft boat for 15 incredible years. They chartered all winter and traveled in the off season. When her husband passed away she decided she wasn’t done being on the water and had more to learn and explore so, she is back for more adventure. She holds a 100ton USCG Captains license but, on Ventana, she is excited to share her cooking skills developed in the Pacific Northwest and honed on her travels around the world.

Stephanie’s cooking tends to be on the lighter healthier side bringing in as many of the local ingredients as possible. However, her motto in life is, “Everything in moderation, including moderation!”

Capt. Kennon Jones
Originally from Georgia, Kennon has been sailing since 2011 when he decided to buy a 23’ sailboat from craigslist for $500. It was all downhill from there as sailing fever took hold. He went on to complete a two and a half year double handed circumnavigation (2018 - 2020) aboard his 1971 Tartan 34C Temujin which he still lives aboard and cruises in the off season. With over 33,000 nautical miles of experience, he holds a USCG Master Near Coastal license and works as a freelance captain for deliveries, charters, and sailing/cruising instruction. Prior to
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Cabins & Amenities

Accomodation Details

Altesse accommodates up to 8 people in 3 spacious queen cabins and 1 luxury master suite

Guest Cabins

Max Guests: 8
Total Cabins: 4
King Cabins: 0
Queen Cabins: 4
Double Cabins: 0
Single Cabins: 0
Twin Cabins: 0
Pullman Cabins: 0
Showers: 4
Heads: 4
Electric Heads: 4

Amenities

AC: Full

Voltages: 220/120v

Hairdryer: Yes

Water Capacity: 254 gals

Water Maker: Yes

Ice Maker: Yes

Deck Shower: Yes

Jacuzzi: No

Other Amenities:
Dining table on Flybridge
BBQ on flybridge and cockpit
Custom built "champagne deck" - large multi-person sunbed to rear of cockpit

Specifications

Size: 56 feet
Builder: Lagoon
Year Built: 2013
Refit: 2019
Beam: 31
Draft: 5

Entertainment

Kids okay: Yes

Minimum Age of Kids: Swimming age

Internet Access: Onboard WIFI

iPod/Device Hookups: Yes

Salon Stereo: Yes

Salon TV/DVD: Yes

Sat TV: No

Board Games: No

Special Diets: Yes

Kosher: Inq

# Dine In: 8

BBQ: Yes

Crew Smokes: No

Guest Smoke: Transoms only pls

On-board Water Sports and Diving

Diving

Altesse offers onboard diving. We include 3 dives a week and $50 per person for each additional dive up to 5 total for the week. We do not offer night dives. Up to 6 certified divers at a time, max 1 dive per day, payable aboard to yacht crew. The crew will discuss details during preference calls with guests. Crew provide individual cost estimates based on the guest's requirements. We carry up to 10 sets of gear on board. We don't carry wetsuits but we are happy to handle pick-up and return on the guests behalf.

License: Master
Costs: We include 3 dives a week and $50 per person for each additional dive up to 5 total for the week.
Number of Dives: 3
Tanks: 10
BCs: 10
Regulators: 10
Scuba:Onboard
Air Compressor: Onboard
Wet Suits: 0
Dive Lights: 0
Night Dives: 0

On-board Water Sports

Dinghy: 14.5
Dinghy Horsepower: 70
Dinghy Pax: 8
Water Skis: Yes (Adult) Yes (Kids)
Wake Board: Yes
Tube: Yes
Knee Board: Yes
Snorkel Gear: 12
Underwater Camera: Yes
Kayak: 0 (1 Man) 1 (2 Man)
Stand Up Paddle Boards: 2
Floating Mats: Yes
Beach Games: Yes
Jetskis: No

Sample Menu

DAY BREAK

Apple Croissant French Toast

Ebelskivers

Procuitto & Caramelized Onion Quiche

Dill and Goat Cheese Scramble

Blood Orange Mascarpone and Fruit filled Crepes

Veggie Toast w/ a Poached Egg

Lobster Benedict

MIDDAY

Asian Summer Noodles

Pulled Pork Minis with Sweet Potato Fries

Tangled Tiger Shrimp Salad

West Coast Fish Tacos

Italian Sausage & Pepper Pasta

Farmers Market Salad

Thai Green Curry

HORS D'OEUVRES

Tuna Nachos

Mani Bites

Greek Baked Feta

Spicy Edamame Beans

Caprese Bites

Tomato Tart

Classic Cheese & Charcuterie Board

MAIN

Pistachio Encrusted Sea Bass on a lump crab salad with a coconut lemongrass emulsion

Bourbon Fig and Roasted Garlic Stuffed Pork Tenderloin, with roasted

New Potatoes and Fresh Asparagus

Asian-Mexican Fusion Tuna Stack with a Wasabi Cauliflower Mash

Steak Sublime with Fennel Mascarpone Risotto

5 Spice Crispy Duck Breast with Sweet Potato Mash

Caribbean Lobster with Cheesy Polenta and Roasted Veggies

SHIP'S BAR

Vodka: Tito's

Rum: Cruzan (3-4 Flavors, a Dark, and a Light)

Bourbon: Bulleit

Gin: Bombay Sapphire

Tequila: Milagro

Champagne: La Marca Prosecco

Red/White Wine

($12-$15 bottles typically): Josh, 19 Crimes, Apothic, Matua, Dark Horse, Oyster Bay

Cordials: Grand Marnier, Espresso Vodka, Amaretto. Frangelica

Beers: ST. John Brewer's, Leatherback Brewery, Corona

Contact Us

At Carefree Yacht Charters®, we specialize in arranging extraordinary crewed yacht charters in the BVI as well as other Caribbean destinations. For full details, call us in our South Florida office at (954) 980-9281, toll free at (888) 670-6884 or fill out our Quick Request Form.

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