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Elevator Summary
HELIOS is a distinguished 92' motor yacht built by Lazzara in 2012 and refitted in 2019. This express style yacht is uniquely American-made and stands out in the charter market for its combination of gratification, sophistication, and performance. Offering comfortable accommodation for up to 8 guests and cruising primarily in the Bahamas and Florida East Coast, HELIOS is an excellent choice for luxury charters.
Accommodation
HELIOS is well-appointed with four luxurious cabins designed to provide maximum comfort and privacy. The yacht accommodates up to 8 guests overnight in the following configurations:
- 1x Master stateroom with a centerline king bed, ensuite facilities including a jacuzzi and large walk-in closet.
- 2x Queen staterooms with ensuite head and shower.
- 1x Twin stateroom that can convert to a queen, also with ensuite facilities.
Toys & Water Sports
This yacht comes equipped with an array of water toys and sports equipment to enhance the guest experience:
- 10' AB Jet Tender for speedy transfers and exploration.
- 2x Seabobs for underwater adventures.
- Floating trampoline (available upon request in Florida).
- Snorkel Gear for underwater exploration.
- 1x Floating mat for lounging on the water.
- 1x Towable tube for exhilarating fun.
- 2x Inflatable kayaks for peaceful paddling.
Amenities
The yacht is equipped with Fully Air Conditioned interiors to ensure comfort at all temperatures. Entertainment systems include Salon Stereo, Salon TV, and SAT TV, providing a perfect setting for guests to unwind. The yacht also offers onboard WiFi, and an Ice Maker to keep your refreshments chilled. HELIOS also allows Smoking on board.
Crew
Captained by the experienced Jeffrey Gonos, who has extensive cruising knowledge of the U.S. East Coast and Bahamas. HELIOS comes with a professional maritime crew of 4, ensuring a relaxed yacht experience. Captain Jeff prides himself on being adventurous, logical, and creative, ensuring that guest needs are catered to seamlessly.
Accommodation
Gratification, sophistication, and performance, are just a few words to describe yacht HELIOS.Built in 2012 by Lazzarra with a recent 2019 refit, HELIOS is a sleek, express style yacht that demands attention. She is one of the few American made, express style super yachts over 90' currently offered for charter. HELIOS sleeps up to 6 guests in 3 luxury cabins. She is the perfect option for chartering in Florida and the Bahamas, only drawing under five feet, with an updated stabilization system to keep you comfortable throughout your charter.
A stairwell midship leads down to an open dining area facing the galley and bar on the starboard side. The Master stateroom is furthest aft and features a walk-around centerline king bed with a large walk-in closet, vanity dresser and settee. Large panoramic windows invite natural light making for breath taking views while underway. Behind the bed, is a large window viewing the ensuite and separate jacuzzi spa room with a fold out deck. Want more privacy? Simply push a touch panel station and the window will opaque on the wall.
Two guest cabins are located midship past the galley on your port and starboard. They include a queen bed with ensuite head and shower to starboard and a twin stateroom to port, which converts to a queen with ensuite and shower facilities.
What is the cabin arrangement of HELIOS?
- 1 Master cabin
- 2 VIP cabins
- 1 Twin cabin
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HELIOS Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 84,000$ to 96,600$ | 16,800$ to 28,980$ | 100,800$ to 125,580$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 42,000$ to 48,300$ | 8,400$ to 14,490$ | 50,400$ to 62,790$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 21,000$ to 24,150$ | 4,200$ to 7,245$ | 25,200$ to 31,395$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 42,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 21,000$ |
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: $42,000
High season rate: $48,300
Day charter only in Ft Lauderdale
8 hr rate: $8,750 plus expenses (for up to 12 guests cruising)
1) Includes fuel at cruising speed
2) Includes 3 crew, a Chef is an additional $600
For charters 3 nights or less please prorate using the 8hr base rate multiplied by the number of nights.
Summer in New England high season rate of $48,300 plus all
Day charter only in Ft Lauderdale
8 hr rate: $8,750 plus expenses (for up to 12 guests cruising)
1) Includes fuel at cruising speed
2) Includes 3 crew, a Chef is an additional $600
For charters 3 nights or less please prorate using the 8hr base rate multiplied by the number of nights.
Summer in New England high season rate of $48,300 plus all
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Captain
Captain: Jeff
Captain Jeffrey Gonos was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, the Yachting capital of the world.
Ever since he was a young man, he can remember wanting to be a ship's captain when he would pass by the large motor yachts on the way to go out fishing with his father Captain Mark. His Stepmother was an Instructor at Sea School, Jeff achieved his first Captains license in 2003 and has been in the industry ever since. He has done extensive cruising up and down the east coast of the U.S. from Boston to the Keys, From The great lakes down the Mississippi, across the Gulf of Mexico, and the Bahamas both on privately owned vessels and charters.
Captain Jeff is 40 years old, married with twin daughters that are 7 years old, lives in Ft. Lauderdale Florida, and is learning to speak Spanish.
He enjoys watersports, travel, outdoor activities and has a passion for aviation.
He would describe his personality as Creative, Logical, Adventurous, and Easy going.
He currently holds a 200/500 Ton ITC USCG Master Captains License and is a Licensed Yacht broker in the state of Florida.
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