Yacht Description
New cat, big beam. TRANQUILA is a 59-foot Fountaine Pajot catamaran built in 2024, with a 31-foot beam that pays off in extra deck space and fewer traffic jams. She sleeps 8 guests.
Easy water access. The hydraulic swim platform is the start button for the day. Quick dips, straightforward boarding, and a setup that makes water time feel like the default, not a special event.
Toys for all ages. Two stand-up paddleboards, a two-person kayak, a surfboard/wakeboard, and two underwater scooters keep the schedule pleasantly busy. Snorkel gear for 8, an underwater camera, plus a floating bar and floating chairs. Sorted.
Cabins that make sense. Four ensuite queen cabins, each with its own shower, and a generously sized master suite with double the space of a standard guest cabin. Full air conditioning and onboard WiFi for when someone needs a “quick check-in” that becomes 45 minutes.
Broker Review
Onboard visit
On TRANQUILA the captain and crew also run the charter — so you're dealing with the people who actually know the boat.
It was seamless from my side: they messaged the moment my clients arrived, sent photos, and have stayed in touch since. My guests were thrilled, and I'd put mine back aboard without hesitation.
Stephanie Borszcz
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Captain Only: No Captain Only charters.
Specifications
- Length overall
- 59ft / 17 m
- Beam
- 31m
- Draft
- 5.4m
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Year built
- 2024
- Type
- Sailing Catamaran
- Generator
- 2x 17,5 kW
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
Charter Price
From $39,000 to $46,000 per week, plus APA.
All-Inclusive arrangement — expenses covered.
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
- 8
- Total cabins
- 4
- Queen cabins
- 4
- Electric heads
- 4
- Showers
- 4
- Basins
- 4
- A/C
- Full
- A/C at night
- Yes
4 staterooms for 8 guests.
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Suite | Queen bed | Private en-suite bathroom with shower | Full |
| Queen Cabin 1 | Queen bed | Private en-suite bathroom with shower | Full |
| Queen Cabin 2 | Queen bed | Private en-suite bathroom with shower | Full |
| Queen Cabin 3 | Queen bed | Private en-suite bathroom with shower | Full |
- Captain
- Matteo Dalla Bona
- Nationality
- Italian
- Languages
- English, Italian, Spanish and French.
- License
- RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, Engineering certificates AEC1,AEC2
Runs the yacht as a licensed RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, keeping navigation controlled so guests can relax. With years in the BVI, he guides you to spots like Anegada, Guana Island, Gorda Sound, and White Bay.
- Italian nationality
- RYA Yachtmaster Offshore; Engineering certificates AEC1, AEC2
- Fluent in English, Italian, Spanish and French
Plans menus around dietary preferences with a focus on Italian and Mediterranean cooking, plus Caribbean, Asian, and Mexican-inspired dishes. Keeps meals easy to enjoy on a charter pace with wine pairings available.
- Italian nationality
- RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
- Ashburton Chefs Academy; STCW
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Starlink internet:
Reliable connection for streaming and staying in touch while cruising the BVI. -
Hydraulic swim platform:
Easy water access for kids and adults, plus a great spot to lounge at anchor. -
2 underwater scooters:
Explore reefs and coves with less effort, perfect for longer snorkel sessions.
- Salon stereo
- Yes
- Salon TV
- Yes
- Multimedia
- Yes
- Nude charters
- On inquiry
- Dine-in capacity
- 8
- Watermaker
- Yes
- Water capacity
- 317 US gal
- Ice maker
- Yes
- Board games
- Yes
- Special diets
- On inquiry
- Kosher
- On inquiry
- BBQ
- Yes
- Gay charters
- On inquiry
- Hairdryers
- Yes
- Smoking allowed
- Transom Only
- Crew smokes
- On inquiry
- Children welcome
- Yes
- Min. child age
- -
- Generator
- 2x 17,5 kW
- Voltages
- 110v, 230v
- Internet
- Onboard WIFI
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Underwater scooters | 2 underwater scooters for powered cruising underwater. |
| Tube - towable | Towable tube for being towed behind the tender. |
| Stand-up paddleboards | 2 stand-up paddle boards. |
| Kayak (2-person) | 1 two-people kayak. |
| Surfboard / wakeboard | 1 surfboard/wakeboard. |
| Snorkeling gear | Full snorkel gear for guests. |
| Fishing rods | 2 fishing rods. |
| Floating mats | Floating mat(s) for relaxing on the water. |
| Floating bar | 1 floating bar. |
| Floating chairs | 2 floating chairs. |
| Pool noodles | Pool noodles for floating in the water. |
| Underwater camera | Underwater camera for capturing photos in the water. |
| Underwater video | Underwater video for capturing video in the water. |
- La Frittata – Crispy frittata with fresh zucchini and Parmigiano Reggiano.
- German Pancakes – Homemade pancakes with maple syrup and fresh seasonal fruit.
- Avocado Toast – Toast with avocado, crispy bacon, and creamy scrambled eggs.
- Cloud Cake – Fluffy Greek yogurt cake with fresh seasonal fruit and maple syrup.
- Egg Cups – Eggs in a ham basket.
- Italian Bagels – Toasted bagels with Italian prosciutto crudo and burrata.
- French Pastries – Selection of pastries with savoury and sweet fillings.
- Classic Caesar Salad – Lettuce, sous-vide chicken, Parmigiano Reggiano, homemade croutons, and house Caesar dressing.
- Gourmet Burgers – Homemade burgers in brioche with cheddar, grilled zucchini, bacon, tomato, and lettuce.
- An Italian Classic – Italian pasta salad with tuna, feta, cherry tomatoes, capers, and olives.
- Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl – Marinated ahi tuna, avocado, vegetables, jasmine rice, and homemade jalapeño mayo.
- Torta Salata – Savory tart with provola, crispy bacon crumbs, and zucchini.
Day 1
- Crostino Italiano – Bruschetta with tomato, onion, garlic, and fresh basil.
- Pasta Carbonara – Pasta with carbonara sauce, topped with crispy guanciale.
Day 2
- Greek Salad – Greek salad with feta, olives, and tomatoes.
- Sicilian-Style Mahi – Mahi fillets in a tomato, olive, and caper sauce.
Day 3
- Shrimp “a la Andalusa” – Pan-seared shrimp with garlic, olive oil, white wine, and parsley.
- Lobster Tails – Sous-vide spicy garlic lobster tails with buttery rice and green salad.
Day 4
- Rustic Vegetable and Potato Soup – With homemade croutons and Parmigiano Reggiano crackers.
- Sous-Vide Steak – Served on potato purée with roasted vegetables.
Day 5
- Mini Tartare Tacos – Beef tartare on homemade Parmesan cheese tacos.
- Drunk Risotto – Risotto with Amarone, red onions, sausage, and a Parmigiano Reggiano cream.
- Panna Cotta – Vanilla panna cotta with raspberry gelée, fresh berries, and mint.
- Tiramisù – Classic tiramisù with mascarpone cream and coffee-infused ladyfingers.
- Crème Brûlée – Classic crème brûlée with caramel crust.
- Torta Tenerina – Italian chocolate cake with homemade vanilla ice cream and pistachio crumble.
- Mango and Passion Fruit Sorbet – Homemade sorbet with coconut flakes and fresh mint.
- Key Lime Pie – Key lime pie served with lime and vodka gel.
- “A Dip in the Med” – Mediterranean beetroot dip with toasted pine nuts, olive oil, and dill; served with warm bread.
- Charcuterie Platter – Italian, French, and Spanish meats and cheeses with jams and fresh and dried breads.
- Pizza – Bite-sized homemade pizzas with a selection of toppings.
- “Tramezzini Veneziani” – Bite-sized Venetian tramezzini, served with Aperol Spritz.
- Crudité Platter – Crudité with homemade tzatziki and hummus dips.
Chef’s Style & Influences
Italian and Mediterranean focus with sous-vide techniques, seafood, fresh herbs, and bright citrus desserts.
Onboard Entertainment
Karaoke machine Board games & playing card Lounging nets on trampoline 2 Sail bags Yoga mats Gym equipment
Diving
Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Sustainability
Registry & Permits
- Flag
- BVI
- Homeport
- BVI
- License
- 1
- Permit
- 1
- Insurance
- Brown&Brown
- Turnaround
- 48H, inquire for less
Charter Reviews
WOW! We had the most amazing week with you two. The absolute best captains and chefs around the islands. What a way to spend my 50th birthday!
From island hopping to going to some of your favorite spots. This being our second time sailing with you guys, it was as amazing as the first. We look forward to hearing how your new business explodes and know you will do wonderful things!
Love,
Greg, Erin, Sarah, John and August
Thank y'all so much for the best week! We love you guys!!
What a fantastic trip! Each day was filled with beautiful views, delicious food and unforgettable experiences. You made us all feel at home, especially the kids. They adored every one of your amazing meals, each fun activity and all of the gorgeous white sand beaches.
Thank you for the tubing, the lobster and the laughs. On top of everything special you did for us, I can't thank you enough for the impromptu Easter Bunny scavenger hunt. How thoughtful of you to make sure the Easter Bunny could make it onboard with candies and treats. I could not have imagined a more magical trip. And did I mention the food!!! Every single bite was better than the last. The carbonara, the risotto, the panna cotta, the crème brûlée. We loved every bite. This trip couldn't have been any better.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
All the best,
Neal and Natalie,
Emma, Charlie and Aiden
Fabulous boat
Fabulous Caps+Cooks
We love Francesca and Matteo
Great time
Rainey and Aron
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The crew Francesca and Matteo were OUTSTANDING
The food was culinary delight
The boat perfect
The week the BEST
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The food was excellent, it's so good that I won't be able to eat at a different restaurant ever again.
Neal Charles (11 yo)
Beautiful boat, excellent food and friendship.
Bobby and Cathy Brett
Feb 2026
Thank you for talking great care of us + the gorgeous boat! We relaxed, laughed a lot + we were stress free!
Marti + Mark d'Agostino
2/26
What an unforgettable trip. From breezy turquoise anchorages to beautiful passages between islands. The cat was the perfect home on the water. Comfortable and full of laughter. Thank you for the extraordinary experience and memories.
Mark D'Agostino
2/26
Thank you for making our vacation so awesome! We appreciate all that you did (before and during!)
We had a great time! Everything we did was really really fun. The kids enjoyed the water days ! (Kids include Alan!)
The meals were fabulous! We appreciate you taking into account all of our requests - especially breaking out the blender!
Have a great week off. You guys deserve it. Best of luck on your adventures!
The Koerner's
Rich, Jenni, Garrett and Mackenzie
you both are now members of our little family! You have touched our hearts, more than you realise. You both are professional and gifted in your captainship, warm and loving in your friendships!
From the moment we all met, it has been easy and fun, not one worry along the way.
Thank you for sharing Paradise with us! Each spot was more amazing than the other! And I swam with turtles!! Thank you!
Leaving you both is difficult - you are in our hearts forever more.
You always have a place in our home.
We love you!
Jim and Pat Anderson - Felton, California
This was such an incredible trip and you both made it so special!
Thank you for showing us the best spots and helping make Hadley more comfortable.
The food and drinks were amazing! We had such a great time spending time with you both and will never forget you!
We hope to travel with you again someday.
Love always,
The Barnett/Winkel/Stendebach family
we cannot thank you enough for everything you have done to make this the best week of our lives. You were the perfect people to share the boat with. Ya'll are one of us!
We loved getting to know you both and truly wish the best as you continue on your journey.
This week was one filled with laughing, dancing, relaxing, eating the best food, and creating the most precious memories.
Thank you both for all the work you did this week, but especially for making us feel like famiglia. We love you!
Angela & Chase
Matteo and Francesca were amazing hosts, great captains and cooks, they made our trip so special and now we consider them family!
Thank you - you are the best!
Matteo and Francesca -- thank you for a wonderful week in paradise. Come visit us when you are in California.
Grant and Donna
Thank you so much for an incredible week. It was so fun!
Your hospitality and infectious personalities make you both the perfect crew !
The food, drinks and boat was amazing! Good luck on all your future endeavors.
Thanks again for an amazing week!
Dow and Melissa Lowther
you made our sailing experience wonderful!
We were absolutely spoiled.
We wish you a lifetime of happiness and dreams fulfilled.
Leslie
Franky and Tito,
Thank you for a wonderful time, your hospitality and great attitudes made this a memorable trip
Donny
I truly have no words to say how thankful and grateful I am for such an amazing 50th birthday trip.
You and Matteo are truly special and I hope this is the beginning of an eternal friendship. We had the best time and the best food of our lives thanks to you both.
I will never forget you and i can’t wait to see you in the Keys and hopefully in Italy.
I am sad that it’s over but i know that we will see you again!! Once again, thank you, thank you, thank you!
We love you,
Liani Kovacs
What a wonderful week we had with the two of you! From the moment we walked onboard, you made our experience top notch. The food was to die for! Robert will always remember your Carbonara. We will perfect that at home and make it for you when you visit us. We are looking forward to seeing you in Venice next month. Thank you for a spectacular week. You are now friends forever!
With love,
Melissa and Robert
What an amazing vacation was had. I don’t have enough words to explain how you special you both made us feel.
Not only were you great captains, but you were the best chefs! Wow your cooking left us all speechless. So delicious everything.
Thanj you for welcoming us and treating us like family. So happy to cll you friends now.
Enjoy your time off and please don’t forget to visit us.
Hugs and kisses,
Vania + Jose
Thank you sooo much for all that you did for us. Each day got better and better. I will miss you sooo MUCH! You made this week the best week EVER!
My birthday was the best because of you. Thanks so much! You brought us to best parts of the BVIs.
You are the best people / captains in the world. You make the BVIs wonderful!
I’ll miss you so much. Your food was great! Your food and fun was definitely the best part of the trip!
We love you,
Giuliana
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