Belldia Yacht Charter

Captain: David Scallan

DAVE SCALLAN
CAPTAIN (ROTATIONAL)
NATIONALITY: IRISH
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH

Captain Dave Scallan grew up by the sea in a charming coastal town in South East Ireland, where sailing quickly became second nature. A Mechanical Engineering graduate and Senior Instructor with the Irish Sailing Association, Dave blended technical skill with a lifelong love of the ocean. Before yachting, he travelled widely, teaching and directing sailing at clubs across Ireland and at the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans. He later joined the superyacht world, cruising Spain, Italy, Greece, and beyond, before settling in the Caribbean as captain of various high-end sailing yachts. With over 60,000 miles at sea, Dave’s favourite adventures are ocean crossings, but what he enjoys most is hosting guests and creating unforgettable memories on the water.
Warm, fun, and endlessly enthusiastic, he loves wakeboarding, rugby, skiing, and scuba diving — and says the Caribbean, with its turquoise seas and easy smiles, is his favourite place on earth.

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SOFÍA DEAMBROSI
CAPTAIN (ROTATIONAL)
NATIONALITY: ITALIAN-URUGUAYAN
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH & SPANISH

Born by the sea, Sofía’s life has always been guided by adventure and a dedication to excellence. She began her career early, gaining experience in investment management, finance, accounting, event management, and yachting before embracing her true calling as a yacht captain. Combining her love for the ocean with a warm, professional approach, she creates memorable, welcoming experiences for guests on board. An accomplished adventurer and fitness enthusiast, Sofía has rowed across the Atlantic, cycled between countries, and competes in triathlon and rowing events. Her fearless spirit and strong hospitality focus make her an inspiring leader both on and off the water. Passionate about sharing the beauty of the sea, Sofía is happiest helping guests discover new horizons while delivering an unforgettable charter experience.

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TIAAN GREEFF
DECKHAND
NATIONALITY: SOUTH AFRICAN
LANGUAGES: AFRIKAANS & ENGLISH

Tiaan grew up in Cape Town, boating and sailing along the Cape of Good Hope from Saldanha Bay to False Bay. After starting a career in transport and later manufacturing with Food Lovers, he followed his love of the ocean into yachting. For the past two and a half years, he’s explored the Caribbean from the USVI and BVI down through the Grenadines. A Stellenbosch graduate in Business Management, Tiaan is an energetic, hands-on deckhand who thrives on snorkelling, wakeboarding, tubing, and skiing. Qualified as a Yachtmaster Offshore with STCW, Powerboat Level 2, and AEC 1 & 2, he brings skill and enthusiasm to every charter. His favourite escape is South Africa’s Cederberg mountains, and what he loves most about yachting is its camaraderie, adventure, and creating memorable experiences for guests.

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OKWA RUTH GROENEWALD
STEWARDESS
NATIONALITY: SOUTH AFRICAN
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, AFRIKAANS

Okwa is an experienced Stewardess with a strong background in hospitality and a flair for guest service. Before joining yachting, she worked across luxury cruise ships, boutique restaurants, and high-end bars where she refined her mixology and service skills. Over the past three years, she has built a successful yachting career on vessels from 20m to 60m, gaining expertise in both interior and deck work. A qualified PADI Divemaster, she enjoys sharing her passion for the ocean. Some of her favourite destinations include the jungles and reefs of Honduras, the volcanoes and surf of
Nicaragua, and South Africa’s Wild Coast. In her spare time, Okwa enjoys scuba diving, watersports, trail running, painting, and hiking. Energetic, attentive, and professional, she thrives on creating memorable experiences and brings warmth and dedication to every charter.

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JESSICA-LYNN MULLER
CHEF
NATIONALITY: SOUTH AFRICA
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, AFRIKAANS

Sit back, relax and enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience onboard with Chef Jess who will be taking care of all your meals so that you are able to get the most out of your vacation. Jess’s attention to detail and skill for creating a unique menu to suit all dietary requirements will keep making you want to come back for more. Her love and passion for all cuisine will not only be tasted in every bite but also stimulate your visual sensory with her beautiful and creative plating skills. Jess has extensive experience as a yacht chef who discovered the world of food in 2015 when she started working onboard luxury yachts up to 80” in the BVI. She has completed multiple chef courses as well as courses specialising in nutrition, Plant Based Diet and most recently completed a 12 week chef program at the world renowned Balleymaloe Cooking School in Ireland. Jess looks forward to welcoming you on board and to share her passion for food with you through creating an amazing food experience suited to you and your guests.