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TAHINA Yacht Description
Introduced by DMA Yachting, the impressive charter yacht TAHINA is a 50 ft sailing catamaran. The key elements of TAHINA are her elegant profile and interconnection with the sea. TAHINA spends the winter season in the Bahamas. She was completed by the well-known ship builder St. Francis in 2008. A comprehensive refit was fulfilled in 2021. The well-planned yacht layout features 3 generous cabins and easily accommodates up to 6 guests.
TAHINA is offered primarily as a sailing catamaran. The central space of the yacht is the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck is where heart of the yacht is and that's where most of the delicious meals are served. The tastefully decorated cabins are connected by stairs to the main saloon - roomy, comfortable and pleasant. The cabins are located below the main saloon, connected by stairs (inquire about handicapped access). Multiple portholes provide a connection with the natural world outside.
The sailboat features 2 x Yamaha 4JH4E - 54hp 40hp Yamaha outboard (long shaft) 9kw Onan engines and a generator.
Accommodation
2 queen cabins with en suite and enclosed shower1 double cabin (bed is queen width, double length) with pullman berth. En suite with wet shower
-Crew take the starboard double cabin
-Port side double cabin with Pullman berth is available to guests
Full A/C available
Large settee in salon
Cockpit settee and lounge
Cockpit shower
Hot and cold water in all showers and sinks
Forward staterooms: 60 x 80” (queen)
Aft stateroom queen width/double length bed: 60 x 72”
Aft stateroom pullman: 28.5 x 72"
What is the cabin arrangement of TAHINA?
- 2 VIP cabins
- 1 Double cabin
- 1 Pullman cabin
TAHINA
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Weekly price: $16,100 - $21,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 50'
- # of Guests: 6
- # of Cabins: 3
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: St. Francis
- Consumption: 2 US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 7kt
- Max. Speed: 10kt
- Built Year: 2008
- Refit: 2021
- Turnaround: 48, Inquire for 24
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TAHINA 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 2024 | $19,400 | $19,800 | $20,200 | $20,600 | $21,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $19,400 | $19,800 | $20,200 | $20,600 | $21,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2025 | $19,400 | $19,800 | $20,200 | $20,600 | $21,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Price Details
Price from: USD16,100
High season rate: USD21,000
GENERAL NOTES:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 6, Inquire for less
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
All overnight charters require a 48 hour turn.
DECEMBER 2025 - PORTS ARE NASSAU-NASSAU OR NASSAU-STANIEL CAY. NO GEORGETOWN PORTS UNTIL AFTER THE HOLIDAYS.
BAHAMAS CHARTER:
BAHAMIAN TAXES & FEES:
ALL RATES ARE PLUS 14% TAX (4% Bahamian tax and 10% VAT. Not subject to commission)
EXUMA CAYS LAND & SEA PARK
Fees are not included in the rate. Rates for park are to be paid onboard directly to the crew:
-$12/guest per day in the park
-$50/night park mooring fee Park visits are optional depending on guest preference, weather and itinerary
RELOCATION FEES:
Based in George Town, Great Exuma and sailing between Nassau and Great Exuma
NASSAU - $1,000 (one-way)
STANIEL CAY - $500 (one-way)
SLEEP ABOARD: Sleep aboard the night before charter dates. Available for $450 per cabin, with a 2 cabin minimum. Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and canapes plus a light breakfast the next morning. Dinner is to be taken ashore at client expense.
BAHAMAS MEAL PLANS:
LOCAL-FARE ($75 discount per person) Includes: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners. Requires 1 lunch and 2 dinners ashore at client expense.
2/$19,250 3/$19,575 4/$19,900 5/$20,225 6/$20,550
HALF-BOARD not available due to itinerary constraints. Please inquire for custom meal plans.
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS:
FULLY CREWED. NASSAU PORTS. 7 night minimum.
Rate does not include 14% tax or Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park fees
CHRISTMAS: 1-6 guests @ $22,880 - charter must end by 12/26
NEW YEARS: 1-6 guests @ $22,880 - charter may not start prior to 12/27
NEW ENGLAND CHARTERS:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
SAILING AREA:
Narragansett Bay, Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket & Cuttyhunk.
Term-charter itineraries are customizable to guest preferences.
TOYS/AMENITIES: Paddleboards, kayak, Sunchill float, 40 hp dinghy transport, kite chase/safety boat, bean bags/deck furniture, Bluetooth stereo.
ADDITIONAL FEES: Dockage and mooring balls can be arranged upon request at client expense. There is no additional charge for nights at anchor.
GENERAL NOTES:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 6, Inquire for less
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
All overnight charters require a 48 hour turn.
DECEMBER 2025 - PORTS ARE NASSAU-NASSAU OR NASSAU-STANIEL CAY. NO GEORGETOWN PORTS UNTIL AFTER THE HOLIDAYS.
BAHAMAS CHARTER:
BAHAMIAN TAXES & FEES:
ALL RATES ARE PLUS 14% TAX (4% Bahamian tax and 10% VAT. Not subject to )
EXUMA CAYS LAND & SEA PARK
Fees are not included in the rate. Rates for park are to be paid onboard directly to the crew:
-$12/guest per day in the park
-$50/night park mooring fee Park visits are optional depending on guest preference, weather and itinerary
RELOCATION FEES:
Based in George Town, Great Exuma and sailing between Nassau and Great Exuma
NASSAU - $1,000 (one-way)
STANIEL CAY - $500 (one-way)
SLEEP ABOARD: Sleep aboard the night before charter dates. Available for $450 per cabin, with a 2 cabin minimum. Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and canapes plus a light breakfast the next morning. Dinner is to be taken ashore at client expense.
BAHAMAS MEAL PLANS:
LOCAL-FARE ($75 discount per person) Includes: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners. Requires 1 lunch and 2 dinners ashore at client expense.
2/$19,250 3/$19,575 4/$19,900 5/$20,225 6/$20,550
HALF-BOARD not available due to itinerary constraints. Please inquire for custom meal plans.
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS:
FULLY CREWED. NASSAU PORTS. 7 night minimum.
Rate does not include 14% tax or Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park fees
CHRISTMAS: 1-6 guests @ $22,880 - charter must end by 12/26
NEW YEARS: 1-6 guests @ $22,880 - charter may not start prior to 12/27
NEW ENGLAND CHARTERS:
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
SAILING AREA:
Narragansett Bay, Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket & Cuttyhunk.
Term-charter itineraries are customizable to guest preferences.
TOYS/AMENITIES: Paddleboards, kayak, Sunchill float, 40 hp dinghy transport, kite chase/safety boat, bean bags/deck furniture, Bluetooth stereo.
ADDITIONAL FEES: Dockage and mooring balls can be arranged upon request at client expense. There is no additional charge for nights at anchor.
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Onboard
4 BCDs - Sizing: 2 women’s, 2 men’s
Weights, masks and fins are all available
*Additional dives at guest expense for the price of tank fills
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Crew Information
Captain: Jason Decker
The crew of Tahina met racing J/24 sailboats in 2004, and have sailed and cruised together ever since, eventually marrying in 2014. Having sailed their current yacht, Tahina, from Panama to New Zealand as crew for her original owners, Captain Jason and Mate/Chef Lara purchased her in 2018 and have fully refit her to the latest standards for use as a platform to share their passions for sailing, water sports and island life with guests.
Captain Jason holds an RYA Yachtmaster Ocean qualification, earned after years of competing at the highest levels of the J/24 one-design sailing class and in numerous other one-design and handicap-rated sailing events around the world, from Europe to the Americas and New Zealand, coupled with a half-circumnavigation. Jason is a qualified PADI divemaster, avid kiteboarder and sailor, and enjoys a morning paddle board or surfing expedition anytime he can squeeze it in. He is also a master of creating delicious breakfasts at sea.
Having been raised in South Florida by an avid fisherman and all around salty-living fanatic, Lara has been snorkeling, boating and paddling as long as she can remember. She has sailed well over 15,000 nautical miles of her own over the years, and in addition to being the lead culinary artist on board, her focus these days is on the business of helping people plan and experience vacations of a lifetime. She is an expert at whipping up delicious treats to suit our guests’ cravings, loves getting to know all the nooks and crannies of the places we travel, and is an expert at matching our guests’ interests with the perfect itinerary for their trip.
Menu
Breakfast
Breakfasts are served with Coffee, Tea, Assorted Juices and Fresh Fruit
• Breakfast quesadillas
• Avocado, feta and tomato toast with eggs
• Eggs, crispy bacon and hash browns with toast
• Banana pancakes with maple syrup and berries
• Breakfast sandwiches on English muffins
• Smoked salmon toast with cream cheese, capers, shaved red onion, lemon and fresh herbs
• Yogurt partfaits with granola
Lunch
• Tuna poke bowls
• Fish tacos with tropical salsa
• Caesar salad wraps with grilled sweet potato fries and curry yogurt dipping sauce
• Fresh corn salad with grilled shrimp and pineapple skewers
• Grilled eggplant and tomato salad with gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches
• BBQ beef wraps and pasta salad
• Mexican chicken and rice bowl with fresh salsa and guacamole
Appetizers
• Hummus and prepared olive oil with freshly baked bread
• Conch salad/seafood ceviche and tortilla chips
• Antipasti with olive tapenade, prepared olive oil and freshly baked bread
• Melon balls and prosciutto
• Caprese skewers
• Bacon-wrapped plantains
• Sweet pepper jelly, cream cheese, and crackers
• Chicken satay and peanut sauce
Dinner
• Grilled lobster tails with coconut rice and citrus salsa
• Ribeye steak with mixed mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables
• Seared scallops on a bed of linguine with capers and beurre blanc
• Apricot-sage chicken with carrots and rice pilaf
• Fresh catch with herbed quinoa and grilled marinated peppers
• Thai shrimp and vegetable green curry and rice
• Chicken and rice risotto with green salad
Dessert
• Gourmet ice pops
• Strawberry fool
• Flan with toasted almond and fresh berry garnish
• Skewered grilled fruit with ginger syrup
• Coconut macaroon brownies
• Salty peanut chocolate chip cookies
• Poached pears in wine sauce
Reviews
Carolyn
Texas, USA
Whitney
Utah, USA
It was a delight to sail with Jason and Lara aboard Tahina.
Our goal for our charter vacation was to unplug and relax, and Jason and Laura curated the perfect experience for this. Our charter aboard Tahina exceeded our expectations. I’d like to say it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but sincerely hope to do it again.
From our pre-charter Zoom meeting with Jason and Lara to our dinghy ride back to the dock, we felt welcomed and as if the entire experience was tailor-made for us. To say they take into account what is on the preference sheets is an understatement. They took this information and created a personal experience for each person in our family.
Jason and Lara are personable, professional, and make an amazing team. They are both very knowledgeable about sailing and more than willing to share their knowledge.
A few of the areas we felt they really shined include:
Sailing knowledge and the ability and willingness to share/teach
Both Jason and Lara are sailing experts and shared their knowledge with each of us in a way that was easy to understand and tailored to our different levels of sailing knowledge and experience.
Culinary skill and presentation
We shared on our preference sheets that we wanted to “eat like the locals.” Lara (and Jason) created a culinary experience that went above and beyond, including things we all enjoy and meals that were out of this world. A few examples include the lobster rolls, a delicious quinoa and veggie salad, Swordfish sandwiches, breakfast frittata, baked brie, and a caviar appetizer platter. And I can’t leave out the creme brûlée! Truly, every meal (and dessert) we had was amazing, and tasted and looked like they came from a 5-star restaurant.
Rapport/Relationship Building
Jason and Lara made us feel welcome and “at home” throughout our 5-night charter. They are both very personable and easy to talk to. We never felt like we were a burden. Rather, we felt a part of the Tahina family right away. They went out of their way to talk with each of us individually about things we had shared on our preference sheets, as well as engage in group conversation.
Our charter was an incredible sailing and culinary adventure and we highly recommend sailing with Jason and Lara on Tahina!
Kimberley
Georgia, USA
I had the pleasure of embarking on a 7-day trip through the Exumas with Ocean Adventure Cat on The Tahina with my family. This was 5-star service from the moment we left the dock in George Town, Exuma. The Chef and manager, Lara, served up some of the tastiest dishes I’ve eaten, and catered directly to my food requests. Each meal was so unique with immaculate presentation and taste the whole way.
All the meals left me ready to tackle the great adventures that the Captain of the Tahina and excursion leader, Jason would have planned for us that day. We did snorkeling in all sorts of remote areas dense with sea life and coral. From getting to interact and pet nurse sharks to swimming by sea turtles, sting rays, eagle rays, dolphins, and various other sea creatures to checking out sunken cargo planes or floating down natural lazy rivers and diving Into caves this was quite a jam-packed trip! In between the great excursions that we took, we could use their paddle boards, kite surf, kayak, or floaties to be on the water.
We sailed over 170 nautical miles while on the Tahina and Jason really took the time to teach me as much as I could ask about how to sail, and any other questions I had about sailboats or the Exumas.
The vessel is very comfortable for sleeping and extremely comfortable for sailing even when we had quite windy days. The boat offers tons of space for tanning or to be in the shade while still getting the full sea breeze. I found my favorite spot to be in their bean bags sitting at the bow.
The greatest part for me though was getting to experience remote areas and beaches that had you staring at every shade of blue all at once. It was truly breathtaking and too beautiful to believe at times.
Jason and Lara are an amazing duo and own their boat so you get a really unique experience compared to some of the other charters out there. They are so interesting and smart as well, that you will leave this vacation more educated on different subjects than when you embarked.
I can’t recommend Ocean Adventure Cat enough with words, I look forward to booking another trip with them in the future.
Larry
Florida, USA
Ellyn
Florida, USA
Jason & Lara, you have made us feel so welcome in your home (Tahina) as you guided us around the Exumas. We have had so many adventures that we’ll remember forever.
We have been so impressed with everything you have done for us…
• Conjuring morning rainbows (and post-dive showers)
• Showing us the basics of sailing – the difference between ropes and lines, and what the spinnaker is
• Teaching us and the kids about all the animals in the area. To the point where Lily, who was afraid of the “shark slide” at Atlantis, was petting and naming sharks at the back of the boat.
• You handled all of the stressful moments with humor and grace, whether that was a sudden downpour or a quick demonstration of exactly how shallow the water is and how to avoid getting stuck until the next tide.
• Hayden absolutely loved the dinghy and surprisingly swimming with the sharks (a core memory for sure).
And then there was the food – everything was amazing… Lara, you are a magician creating the most wonderful treats & meals from such a tiny kitchen.
We will be back!
Mark
Calgary, Canada,
From the moment we stepped on board, we felt welcomed and taken care of, with no detail missed. The boat itself is beautiful, spacious, and comfortable with thoughtful touches such as a personalized welcome sign and reusable water bottles available for the trip. The cabins and bathrooms are well-appointed and plenty big enough for your needs. The salon and outside lounge are also extremely comfortable and we have some amazing memories of meals and sunsets from the lounge area.
The trip itself was completely customized to our preferences and desires starting with a pre-departure call with Lara & Jason and daily check-ins to discuss the day's itinerary based on how we were feeling. While on board we got to snorkel, float down a secluded lazy river, enjoy the “pool”, nap in the hammocks, and enjoy smores at our own private bonfire. Tahina is well-stocked with all sorts of sporting equipment such as paddle boards, kayaks, and snorkel gear to accommodate any adventure you may want to take.
In addition to the activities, we also enjoyed some of the most amazing meals while on board thanks to Lara & Jason. As with our outings, all meals were customized to our preferences and included some of the freshest, most flavorful dishes we've ever had. We've even recreated some of Lara’s meals since coming home.
As sailing charter novices, Lara & Jason went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and answer our never-ending questions about the boat, sailing life, the Bahamas, and their many adventures. They are both highly skilled and experienced in their craft and put us at ease immediately. But beyond that, their warm and welcoming personalities quickly made them feel like old friends as evidenced by our last evening spent playing cards and sharing many laughs with them both.
Again, we can't more highly recommend them for your next sailing trip and are looking forward to our next adventure with Lara & Jason.
Lauren
North Carolina, USA
Lara and Jason customized the entire experience for us, checking with us on our preferences before we arrived, providing some of our favorites just to make us smile, customizing each day for a new adventure, and making it possible to relax on board Tahina.
The boat was clean and well-appointed, the food was amazing. We got to do and see a wide array of cultural and adventure experiences, and we learned a lot from their expertise in sailing and cruising life.
We highly recommend Ocean Adventure Cat for an unforgettable and worthwhile vacation time in the Bahamas!
Roger and Holly
Canada
Heidi and Dave
Oregon, USA
Chad
Utah, USA
Jason & Heather & Teenage crew
Tennessee, USA
Juliette
United Kingdom
Madeline
Florida, USA
Aimee
France, March 2022
From the boat, my wife and I got to see The Bahamas as it really is: seemingly endless strings of islands that offer an amazing range of experiences. And Tahina could deliver us to new places before the resort-bound tourists had even climbed into their rental cars.
Jason and Lara knew where to go, what to do, and who to see; but they were happy to tailor our trip to our tastes. Want to dive a reef or stroll a beach? Pet a shark or try the conch? Talk a hike or sit in the sand? We did it all, or tried to, confident that Jason, Lara and Tahina would get us there and back swiftly and safely.
The icing on the cake was all we learned from Jason and Lara about everything from sail trim to swim fins and plenty in between. My wife and I have sailed with them twice already and are looking forward to next time.
Clay
Jacksonville, Florida
December 2020 and March 2021
We spent our days in some of the most beautiful anchorages in the Exumas, floating on crystal clear water under painted blue skies. Every day was action-packed with snorkeling, diving, fishing, hiking, exploring islands, paddle boarding, and kayaking, just to name a few.
On the days that we didn’t feel up to adventures, we had lazy days on secluded beaches, swimming and chilling in the sun on the boat.
We had afternoons getting served happy hour drinks on a sand bar island meanwhile meeting other boaters and cruisers. Our evenings were spent at some of the local restaurants sampling some of the amazing Bahamian seafood. I have never seen lobster so huge!
Lara & Jason were very knowledgeable about the islands and the boat. They were incredible cooks and we even were able to help out a bit in the galley learning to cook up new recipes for fresh-caught conch from our day out on the water. As a monohull sailor myself it was good to get some different experiences sailing and helping crew the boat, learning the differences between boat types.
Tahina was very large and accommodating and never felt too cramped. Plenty of space to spread out both outdoors and below deck. We had such a great time, I’ll definitely be back next season!
Ryan
Hampton, Virginia, February 2021
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