CATALYST Yacht Description
CATALYST is a 2025 Fountaine Pajot Samana 59 built for effortless luxury, comfort, and sun-soaked social living. Standout feature: the Samana’s expansive flybridge—the largest in her class—an over-the-sea terrace for daybeds, dining, sundowners, and stargazing. The aft cockpit flows into a panoramic salon with an open-plan galley, while the forward bow lounge adds a breezy perch for morning mimosas or sunset views. At the waterline, a hydraulic swim platform makes ocean dips and launching water toys a breeze. Sleeps 8 in 4 cabins: 1 King and 3 Queen—each with a private ensuite. Offered only select weeks and customized beyond the standard build—CATALYST feels polished, personal, and unforgettable.
Accommodation
1 Owners cabin with 3 Queen cabins for guests1 Queen cabin for crew
What is the cabin arrangement of CATALYST?
- 4 VIP cabins
CATALYST
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Weekly price: $51,000 - $54,500
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 59'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Fountaine Pajot
- Cruising Speed: 7 knots
- Max. Speed: 12 knots
- Built Year: 2025
- Turnaround: 48 hrs; NO 24 hrs
CATALYST 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 2025 to 2026 | $51,000 | $52,000 | $52,500 | $53,000 | $53,500 | $54,000 | $54,500 | ||||
| Summer 2026 | $51,000 | $52,000 | $52,500 | $53,000 | $53,500 | $54,000 | $54,500 | ||||
| Winter 2026 to 2027 | $51,000 | $52,000 | $52,500 | $53,000 | $53,500 | $54,000 | $54,500 | ||||
| Summer 2027 | $51,000 | $52,000 | $52,500 | $53,000 | $53,500 | $54,000 | $54,500 |
Price Details
Price from: USD51,000
High season rate: USD54,500
Cruising Area
• Bahamas
• Please inquire for 26/27 season cruising area based on charter dates
Base Port
• Inquire
• Inquire for additional pick-up/drop-off locations
• Location will vary for the 26/27 season
• Please inquire for exact embarkation and disembarkation details based on charter dates
• CATALYST will be on the move for the 26/27 season
• Charter location will vary depending on travel schedule and requested dates
• Please inquire for current location and itinerary options
Location Details
• November–December 2026: Grenadines
• January–February 2027: Panama
• Late April–November 2027: French Polynesia
Customs Fees & Cruising Permits
• Included where applicable
• Please inquire for destination-specific details
Bahama's Taxes
• Not Included
Rates & Terms
Minimum charter nights
• 7-night minimum highly recommended
• 5-night minimum required
Short-Term Charter Rate Calculations
• 6 nights = weekly rate ÷ 7 × 6.5
• 5 nights = weekly rate ÷ 6 × 5
Arrival | Departure Times
• Yacht prefers a 12pm arrival and departure time. Please inquire for other times.
Sleep Aboard Option
Enjoy a relaxed evening onboard before your charter begins.
• Offered at 50% of the daily rate
• Boarding available after 4:00 PM
• Includes snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast
• Dinner ashore at guest expense
• Excludes Christmas & New Year’s weeks
Dining Options – The number of meals listed are based on a 7 night charter
Full-Board Plan – Great for guests who want a fully onboard culinary experience
• 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners onboard
• Standard plan included in your charter rate
Holiday Rates 2026 / 2027 Season
• Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights
Christmas Week
• $60,000 | 2–8 guests
• Must end on or before December 26
New Year’s Week
• $66,000 | 2–8 guests
• May not start prior to December 27
Important Notes
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract
Cruising Area
• Bahamas
• Please inquire for 26/27 season cruising area based on charter dates
Base Port
• Inquire
• Inquire for additional pick-up/drop-off locations
• Location will vary for the 26/27 season
• Please inquire for exact embarkation and disembarkation details based on charter dates
• CATALYST will be on the move for the 26/27 season
• Charter location will vary depending on travel schedule and requested dates
• Please inquire for current location and itinerary options
Location Details
• November–December 2026: Grenadines
• January–February 2027: Panama
• Late April–November 2027: French Polynesia
Customs Fees & Cruising Permits
• Included where applicable
• Please inquire for destination-specific details
Bahama's Taxes
• Not Included
Rates & Terms
Minimum charter nights
• 7-night minimum highly recommended
• 5-night minimum required
Short-Term Charter Rate Calculations
• 6 nights = weekly rate ÷ 7 × 6.5
• 5 nights = weekly rate ÷ 6 × 5
Arrival | Departure Times
• Yacht prefers a 12pm arrival and departure time. Please inquire for other times.
Sleep Aboard Option
Enjoy a relaxed evening onboard before your charter begins.
• Offered at 50% of the daily rate
• Boarding available after 4:00 PM
• Includes snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast
• Dinner ashore at guest expense
• Excludes Christmas & New Year’s weeks
Dining Options – The number of meals listed are based on a 7 night charter
Full-Board Plan – Great for guests who want a fully onboard culinary experience
• 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners onboard
• Standard plan included in your charter rate
Holiday Rates 2026 / 2027 Season
• Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights
Christmas Week
• $60,000 | 2–8 guests
• Must end on or before December 26
New Year’s Week
• $66,000 | 2–8 guests
• May not start prior to December 27
Important Notes
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract
CATALYST Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Other Entertainment
Catan
Ticket to Ride
Various Card Games
Crew
Captain
Chef/First Mate
Captain: Joseph Carew Bourke
Plans safe routes with calm, capable seamanship backed by 50,000+ nautical miles and multiple ocean crossings. Uses experience across Greece, Croatia, Spain, and the Caribbean to keep timing realistic when conditions change.
- New Zealand nationality
- Professional sailing since 2018
- 50,000+ nautical miles logged, including five transatlantic crossings and one Pacific crossing
- RYA Yachtmaster Ocean certification
Cooks fresh, summery menus and keeps meal timing easy to fit around swimming and water sports. Brings sailing and deck experience to support smooth daily operations.
- England nationality
- Completed a two-month Chef Academy course
- Former chalet sous-chef
- Background as an assistant dinghy instructor and Cape Cod camp sailing counsellor
Menu
DAY BREAK
Eggs Benedict
Poached eggs on homemade English muffins with crispy bacon, topped with hollandaise.
French Toast
Buttermilk French toast with honey and fresh fruit.
Mango Chia Puddings
Creamy mango chia pudding with an assortment of mini pastries.
Smashed Avocado
On toasted sourdough with lemon, sea salt, olive oil, microgreens, and optional poached egg.
Smoothie Bowls
Blended fresh fruit bowls topped with homemade granola and seasonal fruit.
Bagel Board
Homemade bagels with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, tomato, red onion, dill, and assorted toppings.
Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Omelette
Omelette filled with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and chives.
MIDDAY
Fresh Fish Poke Bowl
Marinated tuna or salmon with avocado, edamame, pickled cucumber, and sesame.
Charcuterie Board with Homemade Sourdough
Cured meats, cheeses, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and roasted nuts served with sourdough and whipped butter.
Crispy Skin Salmon
With sautéed courgettes, chickpeas, and herbed yogurt sauce.
Grilled Squid & Peppers
With chillies, smoky aubergine, and sesame peanut brittle.
Tropical Mango Salad with Shrimp & Pineapple Skewers
Vibrant mango salad paired with shrimp and pineapple.
Sushi
Assorted rolls and nigiri with local fish, avocado, cucumber, and pickled ginger.
Chicken Tacos
Spiced grilled chicken with salsa, avocado, and crisp lettuce in corn tortillas.
HORS D’OEUVRES
Whipped Feta-Stuffed Figs
Drizzled with honey.
Warm Hummus
Topped with pine nuts, chili butter, and crispy pita chips.
Traditional Greek Mezze Selection
Date, Coconut & Peanut Butter Balls
Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon
Padron Peppers & Flaming Chorizo
Soft Sourdough Pretzel Bites
With coarse salt.
MAIN
Scallops & Octopus
With quinoa salad, sweet potato & carrot purée.
Steak Night
Grilled steak with fondant potatoes, garlic vegetables, and peppercorn sauce.
Lobster Pasta
Butter-garlic lobster tossed with fresh pasta, herbs, and light cream sauce.
Burger Night
Homemade beef burgers with caramelized onions and chunky potato wedges.
Local Fresh Fish
Whole roasted fish with seasonal vegetables, lemon couscous, and buttery mint potatoes.
Wild Mushroom & Pancetta Risotto
With Parmesan crisp and truffle oil drizzle.
Duck with Cherry Wine Reduction
Crispy duck breast with cherry and port wine sauce.
DESSERT
Salted Caramel Brownies
With homemade vanilla ice cream.
Sticky Toffee Pudding
With warm toffee sauce.
Classic Banoffee Pie
Banana, toffee, and whipped cream.
Eton Mess
Fresh berries with meringue and cream.
Chocolate Lava Cake
With ice cream.
Fruit Tarts
With custard and seasonal fruit.
Apple Crumble
With cinnamon and buttery oat topping.
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