Yacht Description
Westport 130, sorted. FAR NIENTE is a 130ft Westport motor yacht built in 2014 and refit in 2017, set up to sleep 10 guests in 5 suites. The headline for guests is simple: big-boat space without the big-boat hassle.
Outdoor living wins. A sundeck Jacuzzi and proper shaded dining areas give you an easy daily rhythm, from lunch outside to a soak later. Small but smart touch: a custom dining setup forward on the Portuguese bridge, with umbrellas and chaise lounges.
Water time, on tap. Swim platform access is straightforward, and the toy lineup is not shy: a water slide, 2 Seadoos, 2 Seabobs, an eFoil, paddleboards and kayaks, plus towables and skis for adults and kids. Beach setup too. No excuses.
Cabins with options. The layout is three king staterooms and two twins, all en-suite, with one twin able to convert into a fourth king when your group needs fewer kids and more couples. Stabilizers at anchor help keep the downtime actually relaxing.
Specifications
- Length overall
- 130ft / 39
- Beam
- 26m
- Draft
- 6m
- Builder
- Westport
- Year built
- 2014
- Refit
- Annually
- Type
- Motor Yacht
- Cruising speed
- 13 knots
- Top speed
- 20 knots
- Consumption
- 75 US Gall/Hr
- Guests
- 10
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 7
Charter Price
From $125,000 to $140,000 per week, plus APA.
Plus Expenses arrangement — boat and crew only, without tip.
All prices generated as a guide. Availability subject to confirmation. Gratuity discretionary, typically 5%–25% of the base price.
Variable expenses — fuel, food, marina fees — are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), an additional deposit added to the charter price. The remainder is returned after charter.
- Total guests
- 10
- Total cabins
- 5
- King cabins
- 3
- Twin cabins
- 2
- Heads
- 7
- Showers
- 6
- Basins
- 10
- A/C
- Full
- A/C at night
- Yes
- Jacuzzi
- Yes
5 staterooms for 10 guests.
Master Stateroom: Main Deck, forward: Centerline king bed facing aft with two nightstands, dresser, vanity with mirror, safe, and his-and her-walk-in closets. The ensuite features a private head and bidet locker, a spacious shower, and twin sinks. Entertainment center with 42” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound. There is a study adjacent to the Master Stateroom.
VIP Stateroom (1): Midships, lower deck to port: Centerline king bed with two night stands, dresser, safe, and closet. The en-suite features a head and bidet, twin sinks and a shower. The entertainment center has a 32” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound.
VIP Stateroom (2): Midships, lower deck to starboard: Centerline king bed with two night stands, dresser, safe, and closet. The en-suite features a head and bidet, twin sinks and a shower. The entertainment center has a 32” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound.
Twin Guest Stateroom (1): Midships, lower deck to port: Two single beds with night stand, dresser, and closet. The ensuite features a head, sink and a shower. The entertainment center has a 26” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound.
Twin Guest Stateroom (2): Midships, lower deck to starboard: two single beds with night stand, dresser, and closet. The ensuite features a head, sink and a shower. The entertainment center has a 26” Blu-ray TV, DVD/CD, iPod dock, and surround sound.
One of the twin guest staterooms can convert to a 4th King if so desired.
- Captain
- Arnold Heins
- Nationality
- South Africa
- Languages
- English
Brings 16+ years of charter experience and strong local knowledge across the Bahamas and Caribbean to keep routing and anchor choices on point. Runs the program with calm control built from commanding motor yachts up to 130 ft.
- South African nationality
- MCA Master 3000 GT
- Cruising knowledge: Bahamas, Caribbean, New England, Central America, Alaska
- Previous yachts: M/Y Vivierae II (96ft), M/Y The Peddler (86ft), M/Y One & Only (100ft)
Keeps systems running reliably so guests can focus on the day, not maintenance. Draws on commercial-ship engineering and supply-vessel experience in the Gulf of Mexico.
- Mexican nationality
- In yachting since 2016
- Commercial background on cargo ships; second engineer on supply vessels in the Gulf of Mexico
- Previous yachts: M/Y Alegria, M/Y Kashmir, M/Y Mercy
Leads deck operations and tender runs to keep water time safe and on schedule. Brings hands-on background from marina dockhand work, dive-boat work, and years managing a boat and jet ski rental operation.
- United States nationality
- Managed a boat and jet ski rental company for 9 years
- On Far Niente for 6 years
- Holds a captain's license
Builds seasonal menus using refined French technique with modern global flavors, keeping meal timing precise for busy charter days. Experienced with personalized tasting menus on yachts and private estates.
- Classically trained at Johnson & Wales University
- 15+ years as a private yacht and estate chef
- Yacht experience ranging from 130 to 200 feet
- Previous yachts: M/Y Azucar, M/Y Intuition II, M/Y Alumercia
Runs the interior with structured service flow built from charter, private-island, and executive-home experience. Brings a global background and formal wellness training that supports calm onboard routines.
- Canadian nationality; raised in the South of France
- In yachting since 2012
- Certified Reiki practitioner; trained yoga teacher; studied hypnotherapy
- Previous yachts: MY Juice (73m), MY Dragonfly (142m), MY AHPO (115M), MY Zexplorer (50m)
Supports interior service and bar setup with a focus on vintage wines, cocktails, and spirits. Joined yachting in 2023 and has worked across multiple countries in quick-moving programs.
- Australian nationality
- In yachting since 2023
- Worked in 8+ countries including Turkey, Indonesia, and France
- Previous yachts: MV Restless, MY Annastar, MV Perfect Pursuasion
Supports both deck and interior, with a water-sports background and day-charter experience focused on guest safety on the water. Transitioned to superyachts in July 2025 after captaining vessels in Miami.
- United States nationality
- Captained vessels in Miami running day charters
- Transitioned to superyachts in July 2025
- Water-sports experience since age 18
- Air Conditioning
- Yes
- BBQ
- Yes
- Beach Umbrella
- Yes
- Coffee Machine
- Yes
- Deck Shower
- Yes
- Exercise Equipment
- Yes
- Hairdryers
- Yes
- Ice Maker
- Yes
- Indoor Audio System
- Yes
- Ipod Dock
- Yes
- Jacuzzi On Deck
- Yes
- Outdoor Audio System
- Yes
- Outdoor TV
- Yes
- Printer
- Yes
- Satellite TV
- Yes
- Special Diets
- Yes
- Stabilizers At Anchor
- Yes
- Streaming Online Media
- Yes
- Sun Loungers
- Yes
- Swim Platform
- Yes
- TV All Cabins
- Yes
- TV Primary Cabin
- Yes
- TV Saloon
- Yes
- Water Maker
- Yes
- Wi Fi
- Yes
- Internet
- Onboard WIFI
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| eFoil | eFoil by Lift, Electric Hydrofoil Board for electrically powered hydrofoil riding. |
| Seabob | 2 Seabobs F5 Sport for powered underwater cruising. |
| Jet Skis | 2 Seadoos. |
| Tube - towable | Towable tube for being towed behind the tender. |
| Inflatable water toys | Inflatable water toys for on-water play. |
| Water slide | Water slide for sliding into the sea. |
| Floating mats | Floating mats for relaxing on the water. |
| Floating Maui mat raft | Floating Maui mat raft for lounging on the water. |
| Inflatable floating island | Inflatable floating island for relaxing on the water. |
| Floating cabana | Floating cabana for relaxing on the water. |
| Paddleboards | 2 Mirage Eclipse elliptical standup paddleboards. |
| Kayaks | 2 Hobie Mirage kayaks (one double, one single). |
| Wakeboard | 1 wake board. |
| Kneeboard | Kneeboard for kneeling while being towed. |
| Mono ski | Mono ski for single-ski water skiing. |
| Slalom ski | Slalom ski for single-ski water skiing. |
| Water skis | Water skis for adults and children. |
| Snorkel gear | Snorkel gear for guests. |
| Fishing gear | Fishing gear including outriggers, deep drop rods, trolling and bottom fishing equipment. |
| Beach games | Beach games for shore activities. |
| Beach setup | Beach setup (bbq, cabana, chairs, tables, and beach toys). |
Onboard Entertainment
Kaleidescape entertainment system with 200+ movie server
Fishing
Registry & Permits
- Flag
- Marshall Islands
- Homeport
- Bahamas
- License
- 2
- Permit
- 2
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