L’OCTANT Yacht Description
A loft under a sail !
The NEEL 51 combines the benefits of performance and comfort living. It’s a blue water yacht for family, manoeuvrable by minimal crew. The 51’s sleek lines and reversed bows give it a modern design and sporting looking.
Fantastic perfomances under sail !
Presented by DMA Yachting, the impressive charter yacht L’OCTANT is a 51 ft sailing catamaran. The most valuable elements of L’OCTANT are her absolute comfort and culinary experience. L’OCTANT spends the winter season in the Bahamas. She was delivered by the famous yacht builder NEEL Trimarans in 2018. A well-done refit was completed in 2022. The expansive yacht layout features 3 large cabins and comfortably accommodates a group of 6 guests.
L’OCTANT is introduced primarily as a sailing catamaran. The yacht layout radiates from the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck is where heart of the yacht is and usually it is where you, as a charter guest, spend most of your time. The immersive cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. The cabins are located below the main saloon, connected by stairs (inquire about handicapped access). Multiple portholes supply a sunny feeling, with the option for darkness and privacy.
The sailboat features Main Engine : Yanmar 110 hp (new 2023) Generators : Onan 12,5 Kva engines and a generator.
Accommodation
1 master on the main deck (bed 160x200cm)2 queen in external hulls (one per hull - bed 160x200cm)
1 double center cabin with head for captain
1 single aft for cook
Captain Only
WINTER 2025/2025: Caribbean/Leenward islands Captain only rate: $9,800 / week L'octant offers captain-only charters Ideal for guests who prefer a more flexible and independent experience. With a professional skipper at the helm, you can relax and explore the Caribbean at your own pace, while managing meals and provisions to suit your personal style and preferences. Captain’s Services Include: - Provisioning Assistance: Expert help to stock the yacht. - Galley Support: Assistance with meal prep and after-meal clean-up. - Coordination of Essentials: Moorings, anchoring, trash, ice, and more. - Water Activities: Orchestrating fun experiences on and in the water. Local Knowledge: - Guidance on cruising grounds and onshore activities. - Personalized recommendations for restaurants and excursions. - Engaging safety briefings and curated themed playlists. Included Yacht Amenities: - Snorkel gear, 2 paddleboards, Premium linens, towels, toiletries, and onboard WiFi starlink available at extra cost). - Sunscreen, bug spray, and indoor entertainment. RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE: Provisioning requests (inquire for further details) Cancellation insurance and private insurance Airport transfers to/from yacht base Personal Expenses MARTINIQUE & GUADELOUPE : 8,5% (in case of embarkation in Martinique or Guadeloupe) WI-FI (Starlink) available with extra - opening service with 50 Go costs $250 and additional 50 Go costs $100 GRATUITY: 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%-20% of the total charter fee. MEDITERANNEAN SEASON 2026 : 31/05/2026 14/08/2026 12,500€ + VAT* 15/08/2026 - 08/11/2026 10,600 € + VAT* *VAT FRANCE 20% based on charter free ITALY: 22% based on charter freeWhat is the cabin arrangement of L’OCTANT?
- 1 Master cabin
- 2 VIP cabins
L’OCTANT
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Weekly price: $11,500 - $13,250
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 51'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: NEEL Trimarans
- Consumption: 10 Litres/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 9
- Max. Speed: 12
- Built Year: 2018
- Refit: 2022
- Turnaround: 48 hours
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L'OCTANT 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 | $15,200 | $15,900 | $16,600 | $17,300 | $18,000 |
Price Details
Price from: EUR11,500
High season rate: EUR13,250
CARIBBEAN SEASON 2025 - 2026:
Operating areas: Caribbean Windwards / Leewards
Minimum 3 nights
For 5 nights or less, divide the weekly rate by 6 nights and multiply by the number of nights.
Prices include professional crew of 2 (skipper & cook/hostess), three meals per day onboard (full board), standard bar (including a selection of wines, spirits, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages), fuel of the yacht, use of onboard equipment.
2 pax: $11,800
3 pax: $12,800
4 pax: $13,800
5 pax: $14,800
6 pax: $15,800
Holiday period (Xmas and NYE): $17,500
+ VAT 8,5% in case of embarkation in Martinique or Guadeloupe
EXTRAS:
Fine wines et liquors, taxes, re-location fees, cruising permits and licenses, communications in extra (10% APA is recommended)
WI-FI (Starlink) available with extra - opening service with 50 Go costs $250 and additional 50 Go costs $100
SLEEP ABOARD:
$2,000 Sleep aboard the night before the charter departs
A crew gratuity, at your discretion, but typically 10% to 20% of the rate, is not included
Delivery fee:
Martinique - Saint Martin: $1,500
Martinique - Antigua: $1,000
Martinique - Guadeloupe: $500
Martinique - Saint Vincent: $500
Martinique - Union: $1,000
Martinique - Grenada: $1,500
All rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation.
PRICES ARE FULLY CREWED CHARTER (6 pax - 2 crew) / MYBA or CYBA terms
MEDITERRANEAN 2026 CORSICA - SARDINIA - SOF
31/05/2026 - 14/08/2026 13,250€ + VAT* + APA**
15/08/2026 - 08/11/2026 12,350 € + VAT* + APA **
*VAT
FRANCE 20% based on charter free
ITALY: 22% based on charter free
Included in these rates are :
Private yacht and service of the crew in compliance with our quality charter, insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability), bedding, towels ,and beach towels, use of on-board leisure equipment.
Not included in these rates are :
A.P.A: 25% SY to cover all costs in advance: fuel & provisioning, special requests (champagne, fine wines, specific alcoholic drinks & excessiv alcoholic beverage consumption), permit, cruising & government** taxes and fees, dockage & marina fees, use of communication means available aboard.
**APA: The Advance Provisioning Allowance is a deposit made to cover expenses incurred during the course of the charter, such as fuel, food, beverages, mooring fees, visa fees, harbour fees, park fees, local taxes, and other expenses not included in the Charter Fee. It is paid in full with the Charter Fee, and is managed by the captain , who can present the accounts on request. If during the course of the charter, the provision becomes insufficient, the client will be advised by the captain and be required to supplement the sum. The captain will present the detailed accounts at the end of the charter, and any remaining APA will be reimbursed directly.
WI-FI (Starlink) available with extra - opening service with 50 Go costs €250 and additional 50 Go costs €100
A crew gratuity, at your discretion, but typically 10% to 20% of the rate, is not included
All rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation.
CARIBBEAN SEASON 2025 - 2026:
Operating areas: Caribbean Windwards / Leewards
Minimum 3 nights
For 5 nights or less, divide the weekly rate by 6 nights and multiply by the number of nights.
Prices include professional crew of 2 (skipper & cook/hostess), three meals per day onboard (full board), standard bar (including a selection of wines, spirits, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages), fuel of the yacht, use of onboard equipment.
2 pax: $11,800
3 pax: $12,800
4 pax: $13,800
5 pax: $14,800
6 pax: $15,800
Holiday period (Xmas and NYE): $17,500
+ VAT 8,5% in case of embarkation in Martinique or Guadeloupe
EXTRAS:
Fine wines et liquors, taxes, re-location fees, cruising permits and licenses, communications in extra (10% APA is recommended)
WI-FI (Starlink) available with extra - opening service with 50 Go costs $250 and additional 50 Go costs $100
SLEEP ABOARD:
$2,000 Sleep aboard the night before the charter departs
A crew gratuity, at your discretion, but typically 10% to 20% of the rate, is not included
Delivery fee:
Martinique - Saint Martin: $1,500
Martinique - Antigua: $1,000
Martinique - Guadeloupe: $500
Martinique - Saint Vincent: $500
Martinique - Union: $1,000
Martinique - Grenada: $1,500
All rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation.
PRICES ARE FULLY CREWED CHARTER (6 pax - 2 crew) / MYBA or CYBA terms
MEDITERRANEAN 2026 CORSICA - SARDINIA - SOF
31/05/2026 - 14/08/2026 13,250€ + VAT* + APA**
15/08/2026 - 08/11/2026 12,350 € + VAT* + APA **
*VAT
FRANCE 20% based on charter free
ITALY: 22% based on charter free
Included in these rates are :
Private yacht and service of the crew in compliance with our quality charter, insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability), bedding, towels ,and beach towels, use of on-board leisure equipment.
Not included in these rates are :
A.P.A: 25% SY to cover all costs in advance: fuel & provisioning, special requests (champagne, fine wines, specific alcoholic drinks & excessiv alcoholic beverage consumption), permit, cruising & government** taxes and fees, dockage & marina fees, use of communication means available aboard.
**APA: The Advance Provisioning Allowance is a deposit made to cover expenses incurred during the course of the charter, such as fuel, food, beverages, mooring fees, visa fees, harbour fees, park fees, local taxes, and other expenses not included in the Charter Fee. It is paid in full with the Charter Fee, and is managed by the captain , who can present the accounts on request. If during the course of the charter, the provision becomes insufficient, the client will be advised by the captain and be required to supplement the sum. The captain will present the detailed accounts at the end of the charter, and any remaining APA will be reimbursed directly.
WI-FI (Starlink) available with extra - opening service with 50 Go costs €250 and additional 50 Go costs €100
A crew gratuity, at your discretion, but typically 10% to 20% of the rate, is not included
All rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation.
L’OCTANT Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
WIFI Starlink Marine access via recharge (deductible from the APA)
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Other Entertainment
solar panels 900 W
services batteries Ion Lithium 3500 W
Hifi Fusion MS AV 750
Samsung LCD 32" TV with CD player
Apple TV
Crew Information
Hostess Cook
Captain: Denis Ruban
With extensive experience navigating both the Mediterranean and Caribbean, for almost 25 years Captain Denis Ruban is a seasoned professional skilled in commanding sailing and motor yachts between 40 and 70 feet. His expertise spans private charters, crew management, technical oversight, and vessel maintenance—including mechanical and electrical systems.
Over the past few years, Denis has captained prestigious catamarans and trimarans across the Caribbean, Corsica, and the Atlantic, including over the past few years:
He has worked as a Captain aboard L’OCTANT since 2023 – Caribbean, Corsica & Atlantic crossing
Passionate, reliable, and highly organized, Captain Ruban combines strong technical knowledge with a genuine dedication to guest satisfaction and safe, memorable voyages.
With over a decade of experience in the yachting and hospitality industry, Daniele Dornier is a versatile and dedicated cook–stewardess known for her warm service and refined culinary skills.
In recent years, Daniele has worked aboard some of the most elegant sailing yachts, including the Alegria 67 LOOMA, NEOW, and as a temporary crew member on the Gunboat 72V Wonderful during the 2023–2025 season. Her background also includes freelance work as a cook–stew on various motor yachts, notably M/Y Pikes Peak (24m Riva), and as chef stewardess aboard S/Y Atmosphère during her opening season from 2018.
Before that, Daniele honed her culinary expertise working as a private cook for a family in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and spent several Caribbean seasons aboard S/Y Atao (2013–2016), where she handled interior management, provisioning, and guest service for both owners and charter guests.
Combining professionalism, adaptability, and a passion for refined cuisine, Daniele ensures a welcoming atmosphere and exceptional guest experience on every voyage.
Menu
Breakfasts :
Every morning, we kindly propose different types of eggs:
- scramble, fried, poached, omelette, boiled
We propose as well pancakes, french toasts and crepes
Customers can also have fresh fruits, cereals and milk, yogurt, granola, charcuterie and cheese, avocado, different flavor of jam, butter and bred, tea, coffee and fruit juices
Starter :
Tomato salad, burrata, basil & breadsticks
Mango & avocado tartare serve with shrimp
Avocado toast with poached egg served with baked potato & sour cream and salad
Chicken nuggets with cheddar sauce
Gazpacho & tomato bruschetta
Shrimp tempura
Beef and chicken mexican tacos
Roasted goat cheese in a provencal sauce with rosemary
Tabbouleh served with marinated beef skewers
Main course :
Grilled octopus with garlic and parsley served with mash potatoes
Fresh tuna tartar served with ginger scented rice, carrots dice and grated radish
Chicken curry with ginger, coriander, lime served with coconut rice
Asian style marinated beef meet served with mac & cheese
Home made burgers with fries & sweet fries served with white and red cabbage salad with cashew nuts dressing
Shrimp fried rice served in a half pineapple
Beef lasagna served with salad
Jerk chicken & porc, Bahamian style barbecue, served with potato salad and grilled vegetables & corn
Risotto served white fresh fish fillet
Poké bowl salmon or tuna with rice & fresh spring rolls
Linguine, garlic, coriander served with roasted cherry tomato and fresh local fish
Dessert :
Banana Split
Cheese cake
White Lady: vanilla ice cream, almonds, chocolate sauce & biscuit
Fruits verrine and whipped cream
Thin apple pie with salted butter caramel ice cream
Coconut flan
Colonel (lemon ice cream in vodka)
Chocolate cake with whipped cream
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