Had lunch on Purpose at the BVI yacht show in 2025.
Was an excellent experience, with great service from the crew. Everyone on board is super spritely and attentive, and I never had to ask for anything.
Would highly recommend!
Onboard catamaran PURPOSE. I was honestly instantly sold as soon as I stepped onboard. She is an older boat with lots of soul. And 3 crew for an extremely good price. The reason is their main focus is elevated service with a huge focus on food. Chef Michael Makonnen is a star specializing in Ethiopian food, but do all sorts! It smell ms amazing right now as he is prepping for lunch. And the breakfast spread is very impressive!
Purpose Yacht Description
Purpose is our exceptionally elegant Fountaine Pajot Saba 50 catamaran, currently navigating the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean. This remarkably spacious luxury yacht is designed to capture and diffuse natural light throughout the salon, galley, and cabins, creating a bright, airy, and welcoming atmosphere on board. From the moment you step aboard, you will be struck by the generous volumes dedicated to relaxation, comfort, and shared enjoyment.
The open-plan layout seamlessly connects the salon and cockpit, fostering a wonderful sense of conviviality when spending special moments with family or friends. A clever sliding window beside the galley sink allows meals to be passed directly to the cockpit, perfectly suited to life on board, as most dining aboard Purpose takes place al fresco.
Ascending to the flybridge, you are rewarded with a panoramic, breezy bird’s-eye view of the surrounding seascape. An inviting open-air lounge area beside the helm provides the perfect setting to relax while listening to the captain’s adventurous tales as you sail. At anchor, the forward sunbathing lounge offers a shaded, comfortable haven—ideal for peaceful moments of relaxation.
Purpose is the Quintet version of the Saba 50, offering five guest cabins in total: three located in the port hull and two in the starboard hull. A sixth cabin, situated mid-starboard, is reserved for the crew. All guest cabins feature private en-suite bathrooms, ensuring comfort and privacy for every guest.
A wide glass door separates the interior from the exterior living spaces, yet both are on the same level, allowing effortless movement between inside and out. Overhead hatches and expansive windows flood the yacht with natural light and offer beautiful sea views—even while seated—further enhancing the sense of openness and connection with the ocean.
After completing the Caribbean season, Purpose will continue her grand circumnavigation and set course for the South Pacific. She will be based in French Polynesia, where she will be available for charter from July 2026 until October 2027, offering guests the opportunity to explore one of the world’s most breathtaking cruising grounds aboard a refined and proven blue-water catamaran.
Accommodation
Sleeps 8 guests, Enquire for 10 guests.5 queen size guest cabins;
Private crew quarters
Each cabin is fully equipped with a private shower, private manual head, temperature controlled A/C,
What is the cabin arrangement of Purpose?
- 4 VIP cabins
Purpose
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Weekly price: $21,900 - $30,900
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 50'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 5
- # of Crew: 3
- Builder: Fountaine Pajot
- Cruising Speed: 7 kts
- Max. Speed: 9.3kts
- Built Year: 2014
- Refit: Upgrade 2022
- Turnaround: 48 hours
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Purpose 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 |
| Summer 2025 | $21,900 | $21,900 | $21,900 | $22,400 | $22,900 | $23,400 | $23,900 | ||||
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | $21,900 | $21,900 | $21,900 | $22,400 | $22,900 | $23,400 | $23,900 |
Price Details
Price from: USD21,900
High season rate: USD30,900
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 4
CAN SLEEP UP TO 10 GUESTS BUT PREFERS 8 GUESTS: ENQUIRE FOR 9 and 10 PERSON RATE AND AVAILABILITY
US$1000 extra if they want the 5th cabin
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS:
7 night minimum
Christmas Week: from $25,900 (4 PAX)
New Year's Week: from $26,900 (4 PAX)
Thanksgiving Week: from $24,400 (4 PAX)
4th July Week: from $24,400 (4 PAX)
INCLUDED
The price includes a professional crew, provisions, beverages from the standard bar, local cruise permits and taxes, water-toys, night-time use of air-conditioning and fuel.
NOT INCLUDED
Crew Gratuities, re-location fees, air-port transfers, travel insurance, additional dockage and mooring fees when requested by guests, check-in/check out customs and immigration fees (when leaving local waters), off-boat activities, premium brand alcohol and provisions, day-time use of air conditioning (US$75/day surcharge)
Re-location fee of $600/day one way, where applicable
FRENCH POLYNESIA OPTIONS (+ 5% Sales Tax)
TUAMOTUS - OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2026
ONE WEEK AVAILABLE IN THE MARQUESAS - SEPTEMBER 2026 - Enquire NOW!!
RECENT UPGRADES
- New taps, adjustable shower heads, mirrors in bathrooms
- New fresh water electric toilets
- All reading lamps new with USB charging ports
- All hatch blinds and mosquito nets new
- All bed linen and towels new
- All crockery and cutlery new
- All kitchen and interior equipment, items, and devices new
- New snorkel and fishing gear
- All water toys new
- New big grill
- All outside cushions new
- New canvas and awning
- New underwater and exterior lights
- Recent exterior polish and new hull stripes
- New 12ft dinghy and new 25hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard
- New second water maker
- New freezer, larger drinks fridge
- New plotter New radar
- New batteries
- Holding tanks
- Additional new safety and medical equipment, AED
- New water purifier system
- New large light wind gennaker sail
UPDATED TOYS
• 12ft tender with 25hp Yamaha outboard
• Complete snorkelling gear for adults and kids
• 2 x Stand Up Paddle Boards with optional kayak seats
• Subwing
• Kneeboard
• Donut
• Steerable tube
• Swim Noodles
• Yoga Mats
• Various Beach Toys
• Various Board games
• Waterproof Action Cam
• Fishing Gear
- clear two-person kayak
- 2 sea / underwater scooters
All particulars are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed.
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 4
CAN SLEEP UP TO 10 GUESTS BUT PREFERS 8 GUESTS: ENQUIRE FOR 9 and 10 PERSON RATE AND AVAILABILITY
US$1000 extra if they want the 5th cabin
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS:
7 night minimum
Christmas Week: from $25,900 (4 PAX)
New Year's Week: from $26,900 (4 PAX)
Thanksgiving Week: from $24,400 (4 PAX)
4th July Week: from $24,400 (4 PAX)
INCLUDED
The price includes a professional crew, provisions, beverages from the standard bar, local cruise permits and taxes, water-toys, night-time use of air-conditioning and fuel.
NOT INCLUDED
Crew Gratuities, re-location fees, air-port transfers, travel insurance, additional dockage and mooring fees when requested by guests, check-in/check out customs and immigration fees (when leaving local waters), off-boat activities, premium brand alcohol and provisions, day-time use of air conditioning (US$75/day surcharge)
Re-location fee of $600/day one way, where applicable
FRENCH POLYNESIA OPTIONS (+ 5% Sales Tax)
TUAMOTUS - OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2026
ONE WEEK AVAILABLE IN THE MARQUESAS - SEPTEMBER 2026 - Enquire NOW!!
RECENT UPGRADES
- New taps, adjustable shower heads, mirrors in bathrooms
- New fresh water electric toilets
- All reading lamps new with USB charging ports
- All hatch blinds and mosquito nets new
- All bed linen and towels new
- All crockery and cutlery new
- All kitchen and interior equipment, items, and devices new
- New snorkel and fishing gear
- All water toys new
- New big grill
- All outside cushions new
- New canvas and awning
- New underwater and exterior lights
- Recent exterior polish and new hull stripes
- New 12ft dinghy and new 25hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard
- New second water maker
- New freezer, larger drinks fridge
- New plotter New radar
- New batteries
- Holding tanks
- Additional new safety and medical equipment, AED
- New water purifier system
- New large light wind gennaker sail
UPDATED TOYS
• 12ft tender with 25hp Yamaha outboard
• Complete snorkelling gear for adults and kids
• 2 x Stand Up Paddle Boards with optional kayak seats
• Subwing
• Kneeboard
• Donut
• Steerable tube
• Swim Noodles
• Yoga Mats
• Various Beach Toys
• Various Board games
• Waterproof Action Cam
• Fishing Gear
- clear two-person kayak
- 2 sea / underwater scooters
All particulars are given in good faith and are believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed.
Purpose 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
Crew
First-Mate/ Chef
First-Mate
Captain: Florian Rutsch
RYA Yachtmaster who has been sailing since age 11, keeping days structured and safe on passage and at anchor. Brings experience hosting retreats and events, helping groups settle into an easy onboard rhythm.
- German nationality
- License: RYA Yacht Master
- Languages: German, English, Icelandic, Danish; some Italian and Spanish
Keeps meals moving with bold flavors shaped by London street-food and restaurant kitchens, plus private-event catering. Comfortable cooking across different cuisines and individual preferences, including vegan.
- German nationality
- License/certification: STCW
- Background in London street food and restaurant kitchens; caters private events and supper clubs
Supports calm day-to-day operations on board with sailing time in the Arctic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, and Mediterranean Sea. Brings childcare and hospitality experience that helps families and mixed groups stay organized.
- Grew up in Iceland and a village in Southwest Greenland
- Languages: fluent English, Icelandic, Danish; intermediate German, Italian, Spanish
- BSc in psychology; worked in mental health including with physical, mental, and developmental disabilities
- Experience includes nannying and sous chef in an organic vegetarian restaurant
Menu
BREAKFAST
[ ] Pancakes
[ ] French toast with maple butter
[ ] Shakshouka
[ ] Avocado toast with poached eggs
[ ] Egg puffs with a candied bacon crumb
[ ] Omelettes
[ ] Fresh fruit salad
[ ] Açaí bowls
[ ] Granola and yoghurt bowl
LUNCH
[ ] Salt and pepper grilled prawns served with garlic rice
[ ] Spiced grilled chicken/Veg on a bed of spiced grains
[ ] Seafood/Meat/Vegetable Carribean BBQ served with rotti, plantain and fresh slaw
[ ] Pumpkin soup with herb crustinis
[ ] Cuban sandwiches
[ ] Flatbreads
Salads:
[ ] Grilled honey glazed squash and bulgur wheat salad
[ ] Spiced chickpea and spinach salad
[ ] Tomato and asparagus salad
[ ] Parsley and lime bean salad
[ ] Green salad
DINNER
Starters:
[ ] Grilled Shallots with parsnip puree and leek crisp
[ ] White fish / Avocado ceviche
[ ] Meat/Veg skewers
[ ] Salt fish fritters
[ ] Callaloo soup
[ ] Vegetable patties
Mains:
[ ] Fresh grilled lobster (catch of the day?) served with a garlic butter/ salsa verde sauce
[ ] Slow cooked meat/veg stew served on Caribbean rice and peas
[ ] Pork chops and greens
[ ] Kokoda
[ ] Seafood / Seasonal veg linguini
[ ] Surf and turf
[ ] Beef / Fried Chicken / Halloumi burger
SIDES AND SNACKS
[ ] Charred corn ribs
[ ] Yucca fries
[ ] Fresh red cabbage slaw
[ ] Rotti
[ ] Grilled pineapple
[ ] Okra bites
[ ] Fried plantains
[ ] BBQ wings
[ ] Pickled veg
[ ] Red pepper hummus, smoked aubergine, Tzatziki dip served with veg batons and crustinis
[ ] Mini sliders (fish/meat/mushroom)
[ ] Charcuterie and cheese boards
DESERTS
[ ] Pineapple cake served with vanilla custard
[ ] Grilled peach and crumble served with ice scream
[ ] Coconut and mango sorbet
[ ] Fresh whipped berries cream
THEMED NIGHTS
[ ] Carribean night
[ ] Surf & Turf
[ ] Ethiopian
[ ] Burger night
[ ] Seafood boil
[ ] Taco night
Reviews
The crew truly elevated our experience with their professional yet personable approach. Their accommodating nature and flexibility with our itinerary meant we could truly customize our journey. Whether we wanted to linger longer at a particularly stunning cove or adjust our schedule for optimal swimming conditions, they graciously adapted to our preferences without hesitation.
The catamaran itself was impeccably maintained—clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully appointed. Sleeping quarters provided a restful retreat after days filled with adventure, while the common areas offered plenty of room for our group to gather without ever feeling crowded.
Perhaps the most unexpected highlight was the culinary experience onboard. The cook's talents were simply extraordinary, preparing meals that consistently impressed our entire party. The food was so exceptional that we abandoned our initial plans to dine at local restaurants—nothing could compete with the fresh, delicious meals being served on deck. From breakfast to dinner, each dish was prepared with skill and care that would rival upscale dining establishments.
For anyone considering a private charter experience, I cannot recommend this catamaran and crew highly enough. They transformed what would have been a lovely vacation into an unforgettable journey of comfort, freedom, and indulgence on the water.
PURPOSE is a 5-star luxury catamaran with a world-class crew and top-rate food! Strongly recommend!!!! 10 out of 10!!
WRIGHT CHARTER
PURPOSE is a 5-star luxury catamaran with a world-class crew and top-rate food! Strongly recommend!!!! 10 out of 10!!
Our captain, Florian, was incredibly accommodating. He was so thorough on instructions around the boat and picked a really diverse itinerary. He also chose anchorages that were within a short swim to excellent snorkeling. He pointed out things to us as we went along and was engaging and a very cheerful fellow.
And Michael his crew and chef made wonderful meals, snacks and desserts and we never had to lift a finger.
All in all it was a dreamy vacation made all the more so by having a well appointed cat, and an excellent captain and chef/crew. We’d follow them around the world if we could.“
All the best
Judy and Mike
Floria guided us to many wonderful sights as well as some private and quiet spots. Purpose is a terrific yacht and easily accommodated us
Prince Michael treated us to one great meal after another such that we did not even want to leave our yacht to eat elsewhere
R. Dobel
We had chosen the Grenadines as it is less crowded than the BVI and some slightly longer sailing stretches
Purpose was more than adequate for the waters and Florian took us to many beautiful anchorages as well as some of his private locations. Florian is also obviously very confident with his craft as he demonstrated many times that he can handle the yacht by himself
Our meals were also absolutely terrific. Chef Mike did and amazing job creating unique meals and presentations that we did not expect out on such a cruise. Most of us did not want to
Leave the yacht to even experiment dining ashore.
Dobel Group
What a great way to truly unwind for a week! Florian and Camille were fantastic hosts and went out of their way to make our week onboard the Purpose fantastic. There were four of us in total – Mom, Dad and two kids – and Florian was able to create the perfect itinerary for us from Nassau down to Staniel Cay and back. We hit the popular spots, but Florian also had a few hidden gems that he had found exploring that really stood out to us. To top it all off, Camille did a wonderful job with every meal and really made them special with extra touches along the way. We all went home with big smiles and are, like others, talking about our next visit!
Taylor and Melissa Cole
Our trip was amazing, thanks to the crew. Florian was fantastic. Our group ranged in age from 8-84 and we all loved our trip and have started talking about the next one. Florian paid special attention to each of us and helped us enjoy our time on Purpose. Highly recommend.
Christine Bedson
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