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Elevator Summary
Introducing Dolce Vita, a modern marvel of yacht engineering, launching in 2023. Stretching over 48' with a beam of 26', this catamaran affords an expansive luxurious space accommodating 8 guests in three exquisite queen cabins and one twin. Crafted by the renowned Dufour shipyards, she is built for both comfort and performance, boasting full AC and an impressive draft of 4'. Dolce Vita, Italian for 'the sweet life', is fully equipped to deliver a charter experience through the alluring waters of the Bahamas, including an adventurous snuba/hooka diving system for underwater exploration.
Accommodation
Dolce Vita is primely outfitted for an exceptional living experience on water, hosting up to 8 guests within her beautifully designed interiors. The yacht features accommodations in a layout of three queen cabins and one twin cabin, all accentuated with luxurious amenities and en-suite facilities ensuring privacy and comfort. Prominent inclusion of full air conditioning throughout the interiors assures comfort during the sultry tropical days.
Toys
This vessel comes equipped with an innovative array of water toys designed to enhance the marine adventures:
- Snuba/Hooka Tankless Diving system for 3 guests—enjoy diving without the need for scuba certifications.
- Inflatable Kayak and two Stand Up Paddleboards, perfect for exploring calm waters and coves.
- Abundant Floating Mats for leisurely fun on the water.
- A robust Tube for exhilarating rides behind the dinghy.
Amenities
Dolce Vita boasts a host of refined amenities that ensure every journey is as comfortable as it is memorable:
- Full Air Conditioning: Climate control across all indoor areas to provide respite from the tropical heat.
- Bimini and Deck Shower: Facilitates sun protection and ease to freshen up after a dip in the sea.
- Onboard WIFI: Stay connected with the outside world if you choose during your off-the-grid escapade.
- Ice Maker and Integrated BBQ: Perfect for entertaining guests with fresh, gourmet meals.
- Exceptional Dining Facility: Outdoor and indoor dining setup that can accommodate up to 10 guests.
Crew
Meet Captain Louis and Chef Tersia, a duo from South Africa with a passion for hospitality and the open sea. Captain Louis brings years of sailing experience into his role, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey, while Chef Tersia delights guests with a repertoire of culinary delights, ensuring a delicious and memorable dining experience.
- Profiles:
Captain Louis
Chef Tersia
Accommodation
Dolce Vita is equipped with x3 queen cabins and x1 twin for guests to useCaptain Only
No captain only.What is the cabin arrangement of Dolce Vita?
- 3 VIP cabins
- 1 Twin cabin
Dolce Vita
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Weekly price: $18,200 - $20,700
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 48'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Dufour
- Built Year: 2023
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Dolce Vita 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 | $18,200 | $18,200 | $18,700 | $19,200 | $19,700 | $20,200 | $20,700 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2024 | $18,200 | $18,200 | $18,700 | $19,200 | $19,700 | $20,200 | $20,700 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $19,200 | $19,200 | $19,700 | $20,200 | $20,700 | $21,200 | $21,700 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Dolce Vita Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 36,400$ to 41,400$ | 7,280$ to 12,420$ | 43,680$ to 53,820$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 18,200$ to 20,700$ | 3,640$ to 6,210$ | 21,840$ to 26,910$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 9,100$ to 10,350$ | 1,820$ to 3,105$ | 10,920$ to 13,455$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 18,200$ / 6 * 3 days = 9,100$ |
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: $18,200
High season rate: $20,700
● ADDITIONAL FEES: Cruising Permits, customs fees, and Taxes to be paid by the Charterer upon entry to Cruising Grounds or Ports for all charter locations.
● 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.
● MARSH HARBOUR RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,000 round trip or $1,000 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: 8
● 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.
● CABIN CONFIGURATION:
Inquire for change of cabin configuration. Relocation of crew to alternative cabin will incur additional charge of $400 per night, to be paid prior to embarking on yacht. Please inquire for availability.
● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.
● TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $250 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard
● HOLIDAY RATES:
2024 CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate of $23,000 for 2-8 guests and a 7-night minimum. Mus finish no later than Dec 26th.
2024 NEW YEARS: Flat rate of $27,500 for 2-8 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 x2
Inflatable Kayak
Floating Bote Dock
Tube
Underwater Sea Scooters x2
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Bahamas 14% VAT cruising permits, 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 FEES: Cruising Permits, customs fees, and Taxes to be paid by the Charterer upon entry to Cruising Grounds or Ports for all charter locations.
● 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.
● MARSH HARBOUR RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,000 round trip or $1,000 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: 8
● 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.
● CABIN CONFIGURATION:
Inquire for change of cabin configuration. Relocation of crew to alternative cabin will incur additional charge of $400 per night, to be paid prior to embarking on yacht. Please inquire for availability.
● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.
● TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $250 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard
● HOLIDAY RATES:
2024 CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate of $23,000 for 2-8 guests and a 7-night minimum. Mus finish no later than Dec 26th.
2024 NEW YEARS: Flat rate of $27,500 for 2-8 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 x2
Inflatable Kayak
Floating Bote Dock
Tube
Underwater Sea Scooters x2
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Bahamas 14% VAT cruising permits, 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
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Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Crew Information
Captain
Chef
Captain: Louis
MEET CAPTAIN LOUIS and CHEF TERSIA!
Captain Louis -
Louis grew up on the Bluff in Durban on the East coast of South Africa, he has a friendly outgoing personality and loves people, entertaining and enjoying life. His love for the sea started at a very young age, spending all his spare time surfing, scuba, windsurfing and sailing. Louis worked his way into owning 50% of a 27ft yacht at the age off 17 and that’s where it all started. He has done many miles and hours accumulating endless knowledge in the art of sailing, enjoying boating and sailing in and out of different ports of South Africa. Louis owned various boats and ended up doing charters on a partly owned private catamaran together with his wife as charter chef and hostess on mostly the West coast of South Africa. Come and experience life onboard with Captain Louis.
Chef Tersia -
Tersia grew up in Johannesburg, sunny South Africa, after obtaining her senior certificate at school she studied at RA University where she obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree in finance. Working for corporate companies for many years she came to the conclusion that people was her passion, and not figures, as she enjoys the social life and love being in the kitchen to prepare impressive dishes for her guests.
Meeting her husband on a sailing holiday, they decided to venture into enjoying life and having fun. Entertaining and hosting people led them to opening a restaurant where Tersia could live out her passion. She has always enjoyed the ocean and loves scuba, snorkeling and early morning swims. Her passion for hosting and making exquisite meals will make your visit a memorable one.
Menu
Mornings!
Farm Fresh Breakfast
Fruit Platter
Melon, blueberries, blackberries, grapes, orange, strawberries, and mint
Avacado Toast with soft baoiled eggs (vegetarian)
Creme fraiche infused with parmesan & feta, tomato concasee, tarragon leaves, micro greens
Breakfast Burrito
Wheat tortilla, chorizo sausage, avocado, cilantro, scrambled eggs
Fruity Chocolate Pancakes
light and fluffy pancakes with a generous service of seasonal fruits
Florence Benedict
English muffin, chopped bacon, ham, or turkey, spinach, poached eggs
Drinks
Orange Juice
Brewed Coffee
Fresh Milk
Lunch
Arugula Salad wtih squeezed lemon
Buffalo caprese chicken chops
Seasonal Vegetables Crudite Platter
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Conch fritters with pineapple smoked mustard calypso sauche
Jerk shrimp
Parmesan potato wedges
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Jerk Chicken
Quinao Salad with pineaplle sauce
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Cajun chickpeas in a sweet mustard barbecue sauce
Tossed with fresh cilantro leaves, baked cinnamon sweet potato
Chipotle aioli (vegetarian)
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Beef bacon blue cheese burger
homemade potato wedges
DINNER
Appetizers
Freshly made hummus with tortilla chips
Tomato cucumber feta salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Hassleback beets, roasted baby bell peppers drizled with basil spinach sauce (vegan)
ENTREE
Pan Roasted cajun spiced chicken breast with sauce vierge and rosemary carlic butter, hassleback potatoes
Lobster Fra Diavolo with penne pasta
Herb roasted sweet potatoes, portobello steak, green beans, roasted pepper coulis, peas veloue
Pistachio crusted wahoo, kidney beans, pineapple salsa, garlic rice, white wine sage + dill reduction
Seafood Pasta, clams, mussels, shrimp, lobster bits, linguine pasta
DESSERT
Old Fashioned Coconut Pie
Tiramisu
