Onboard catamaran ALTESSE - a high end dive boat with an excellent energetic American crew.
They make it to Anegada island every single week of charter, so if this is on your bucket list - this is the perfect opportunity. Dive the Anegada reef, eat fresh lobster at the lobster trap restaurant and enjoy happy hour at one the beach clubs.
Very unique feature is the champagne deck at the stern - check my photos. I have never seen this before and I like it a lot!
Nice flybridge with dinner table. Many of the dinners happen up here which is also unusual. But crew says why not eat with the best views of paradise.
Also have projector for movie nights on the flybridge with truffle popcorn.
Cabins are great and there are bunk beds for kids or teenagers!
Interior is beautiful, cozy and personal - like a home.
Ideal boat for a family looking for a real explorer catamaran in the Virgin Islands.
ALTESSE Yacht Description
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Custom champagne lounge over water:
Unique spot for cocktails and stunning 360° views—perfect for romantic and social moments. -
Onboard dive compressor and PADI instructor:
Unlimited dive fun at remote sites with professional guidance, ideal for adventure seekers. -
8-person inflatable floating island:
Massive water toy for group fun, lounging, and unforgettable family time in the Caribbean.
Start with the fun part: ALTESSE carries her own dive compressor and a fully kitted scuba setup, plus a PADI instructor on board. Translation: certified guests can dive more, in quieter sites, without playing chase-the-dive-shop with the schedule.
Next upgrade: the custom “champagne deck” – a purpose-built over‑water lounge that hangs off the stern like a floating balcony. Add the full‑bimini flybridge dining area above, and you get three distinct zones to eat, drink, or hide from the rest of your group while pretending to look at the horizon.
Space hack: ALTESSE is a 56ft Lagoon catamaran refitted and upgraded, so you get the brand’s trademark volume, then extra storage and layout tweaks on top. She sleeps up to 8 guests in four queen ensuite cabins, with island beds and two cabins opening straight out to the cockpit, which is handy for early‑morning swimmers and late‑night escape artists.
Toy problem (the good kind): towables, wakeboard, water skis, SUPs, kayak, sailing dinghy, plus an inflatable floating island for when “doing nothing” needs hardware support. Add yoga mats and onboard yoga/meditation instruction if your idea of balance involves more than just standing on a paddleboard.
Why charter ALTESSE instead of another 56ft cat? Because the hardware (diving, toys, custom champagne lounge, flybridge dining) is already wired for an active charter, not just a pretty sail. You’re not paying to test a layout; you’re stepping onto a system that’s been iterated, refit, and proven with groups of friends and families who actually use all the gear.
Accommodation
Altesse accommodates up to 8 people in 1 luxury master suite, 2 spacious queen cabins and 1 bunkbed cabin.Crew is in the port aft cabin.
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N/AWhat is the cabin arrangement of ALTESSE?
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
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| Master Cabin | Queen-sized island bed | Ensuite bathroom | Yes |
| VIP Cabin 1 | Queen-sized island bed | Ensuite bathroom | Yes |
| VIP Cabin 2 | Queen-sized island bed | Ensuite bathroom | Yes |
| Kids' Bunk Suite | Bunk beds | Ensuite bathroom | Yes |
ALTESSE
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Weekly price: $30,000 - $35,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 56'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Lagoon
- Cruising Speed: 8
- Max. Speed: 12
- Built Year: 2013
- Refit: 2019
- Turnaround: 48 hrs preferred, Inquire for
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ALTESSE 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 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $35,000 | ||||
| Summer 2026 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $35,000 | ||||
| Winter 2026 to 2027 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $35,000 | ||||
| Summer 2027 | $30,000 | $30,500 | $31,000 | $31,500 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $35,000 |
Price Terms
Inclusive
Inclusive charters are crewed charters with minimum or no additional charges. Provisioning, fuel and crew are included in the price. Additional fees may include diving, premium alcohol, local taxes, or onshore activities. These vary from yacht to yacht, please inquire.ALTESSE Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 60,000USD to 70,000USD | 60,000USD to 70,000USD | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 30,000USD to 35,000USD | 30,000USD to 35,000USD | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 15,000USD to 17,500USD | 15,000USD to 17,500USD | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 30,000USD / 6 * 3 days = 15,000USD |
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: USD30,000
High season rate: USD35,000
Cruising Area
• Virgin Islands (USVI & BVI)
Base Port
• Nanny Cay – Tortola, BVI
• Additional pick-up/drop-off available at West End - Tortola, BVI
• USVI ports available on request (Contact us for details)
Yacht Status & Operations
• Based in Tortola, BVI
• BVI pick-up/drop-off preferred
• USVIf pick-ups/drop-offs accepted with advance approval
Customs Fees & Cruising Permits
• Included
Rates & Terms
Kids Under 15
• $250 off per child
Minimum charter nights
• 5-night minimum
• Shorter charters considered on request
Short-Term Charter Rate Calculations
• 6 nights = weekly rate ÷ 7 × 6
• 5 nights or less = weekly rate ÷ 6 × number of nights
Sleep Aboard Option
Enjoy a relaxed evening onboard before your charter begins.
• Offered at 50% of the daily rate
• Boarding available after 4:00 PM
• Includes snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast
• Dinner ashore at guest expense
• Excludes Christmas & New Year’s weeks
Dining Options – The number of meals listed are based on a 7 night charter
Full-Board Plan- Great for guests who want a fully onboard culinary experience
• 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners onboard
• Standard plan included in your charter rate
Half-Board Plan – Ideal for guests who enjoy dining ashore
• 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners onboard
• 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore (guest expense)
• $150 per person discount
Local Fare Meal Plan – A taste of Caribbean cuisine
• 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners onboard
• 2 lunches & 1 dinner ashore (guest expense)
• $75 per person discount
Holiday Rates 2025 / 2026 Season
Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights
Christmas Week
• $39,000 | 2–8 guests
• Must end on or before December 26
New Year’s Week
• $42,000 | 2–8 guests
• May not start prior to December 27
Important Notes
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract
• Please inquire for BVI port availability due to annual limitCruising Area
• Virgin Islands (USVI & BVI)
Base Port
• Nanny Cay – Tortola, BVI
• Additional pick-up/drop-off available at West End - Tortola, BVI
• USVI ports available on request (Contact us for details)
Yacht Status & Operations
• Based in Tortola, BVI
• BVI pick-up/drop-off preferred
• USVIf pick-ups/drop-offs accepted with advance approval
Customs Fees & Cruising Permits
• Included
Rates & Terms
Kids Under 15
• $250 off per child
Minimum charter nights
• 5-night minimum
• Shorter charters considered on request
Short-Term Charter Rate Calculations
• 6 nights = weekly rate ÷ 7 × 6
• 5 nights or less = weekly rate ÷ 6 × number of nights
Sleep Aboard Option
Enjoy a relaxed evening onboard before your charter begins.
• Offered at 50% of the daily rate
• Boarding available after 4:00 PM
• Includes snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast
• Dinner ashore at guest expense
• Excludes Christmas & New Year’s weeks
Dining Options – The number of meals listed are based on a 7 night charter
Full-Board Plan- Great for guests who want a fully onboard culinary experience
• 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners onboard
• Standard plan included in your charter rate
Half-Board Plan – Ideal for guests who enjoy dining ashore
• 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners onboard
• 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore (guest expense)
• $150 per person discount
Local Fare Meal Plan – A taste of Caribbean cuisine
• 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners onboard
• 2 lunches & 1 dinner ashore (guest expense)
• $75 per person discount
Holiday Rates 2025 / 2026 Season
Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights
Christmas Week
• $39,000 | 2–8 guests
• Must end on or before December 26
New Year’s Week
• $42,000 | 2–8 guests
• May not start prior to December 27
Important Notes
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract
• Please inquire for BVI port availability due to annual limit
ALTESSE Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Onboard
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Inflatable floating island | Inflatable floating island for relaxing together on the water. |
| Kayak | Kayak for guest use. |
| Kneeboard | Kneeboard for towing behind the tender. |
| Paddleboards | Stand-up paddleboard(s) for paddling around the anchorage. |
| Sailing dinghy | Sailing dinghy for small-boat sailing. |
| Tube - towable | Towable tube for rides behind the tender. |
| Wakeboard | Wakeboard for towing behind the tender. |
| Water skis - adult | Adult water skis for skiing behind the tender. |
| Water skis - child | Child water skis for younger skiers. |
| Scuba diving equipment | Scuba diving equipment with onboard dive compressor and instruction. |
| Snorkeling equipment | Snorkeling gear for guests. |
Other Entertainment
Dining table on Flybridge
BBQ on flybridge and cockpit
Custom built "champagne deck" - large multi-person sunbed to rear of cockpit
Crew
Captain
Chef/First Mate
Captain: Nick Cann
Nick runs ALTESSE with the calm of a man who has already tested himself in colder, harder waters, so your week in the Virgins feels sharp, safe, and aimed straight at the best reefs, coves, and dive drops. He stitches Alaska, the Yukon, and the Bahamas into one clean playbook, then uses it to dial in your version of adventure.
- USA nationality
- Over 10 years of professional sailing experience
- Progressed from deckhand to Chief Mate in Southeast Alaska over a decade
- Holds a 200-ton Master’s license and runs charters in the Virgin Islands since 2021
Amy turns ALTESSE into a moving kitchen of tight, bright flavors, dropping plates that pull ideas from Peru to Thailand while still tasting like they belong in these islands. She reads a day on the water and answers with food and cocktails that hit the exact speed you’re running.
- USA nationality, raised in Minnesota’s lake country
- 10+ years of sailing and life on the water
- Culinary background in the Minneapolis restaurant scene
- Completed a three-month Eco Dive Master program in Thailand focused on coral and marine conservation (2024)
Menu
Day Break
Fresh hot coffee, cold brew, assorted teas. All breakfasts served with fresh fruit.
- Avocado Toast – Sourdough with bacon, heirloom tomato, feta, and eggs.
- Lemon Ricotta Pancakes – Triple berry compote, real maple syrup, sausages.
- Smoked Salmon & Bacon Board – Hand-rolled bagels, veggie cream cheese, assorted toppings.
- Breakfast Tacos – Chorizo, sunny-side egg, guacamole, chipotle cream, breakfast potatoes.
- Asparagus & Caramelized Onion Quiche – With bacon and local greens salad.
- Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls – Warm icing, served with frittata and bacon.
- Potato Latkes – With apple compote or herb crème, grilled ham steak.
Midday
- Blackened Grouper Southwest Salad – Local greens, cotija, chipotle sweet corn, black beans, avocado, cherry tomato, cilantro-lime vinaigrette.
- Bánh Mì – Char Siu grilled chicken, pickled carrot and daikon, cucumber, cilantro on baguette.
- Shrimp Tacos – Mango salsa, fried Caribbean cheese, spicy slaw, homemade tortillas.
- Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps – With mushroom, carrot, crispy rice cracker.
- Local Fish Poke Bowl – Quinoa, avocado, mango, cucumber, wakame, wasabi microgreens.
- Japanese Summer Noodle Salad – Garlic soy chicken, green tea soba, snap peas, sesame crêpe.
- Crab Cakes with Caesar Salad – Lemon caper aioli, parmesan crisp.
Main
- Grilled Caribbean Mahi Mahi – Mango beurre blanc, roasted coconut sweet potatoes, local vegetables.
- Filet Mignon – Traeger smoked, peppercorn sauce, Boursin herb mashed potatoes, roasted asparagus.
- Pan-Seared Jumbo Scallops – Carrot-cauliflower purée, warm sweet corn jalapeño salad.
- Braised Short Rib Ragu – Fresh pappardelle, basil, parmesan.
- Seared Sesame Tuna – Garlic ginger bok choy, spiral zucchini in miso vinaigrette.
- Caribbean Jerk Rubbed Pork Tenderloin – Pineapple pepper salsa, coconut rice, honey-lime glazed plantains.
- Thai Green Curry with Jumbo Prawns – Snow peas, broccoli, carrot, peppers, coconut milk, jasmine rice.
- Chocolate Lava Cake – Rich, molten-centered indulgence.
- Chai Crème Brûlée – Silky spiced custard, caramelized sugar top.
- Key Lime Tart – Bright, tangy, buttery crust.
- Carrot Cake with Brown Butter Frosting – Moist, spiced, creamy topping.
- Thai Crème Caramel – Tropical twist on classic custard.
- Passionfruit Panna Cotta – Light, creamy, citrusy, island flair.
- Painkiller Rum Cake – Boozy Caribbean dessert inspired by the cocktail.
Hors d’Oeuvres
- Spinach Dip – Baked in locally made boule.
- Smoked Chicken Wings – Blue cheese dressing, carrots, celery.
- Charcuterie – Rotating cheeses and cured meats.
- Spring Rolls & Edamame – Spicy sweet chili dipping sauce.
- Brie en Croûte – West Indie pepper jam, apple, grapes.
- Stuffed Endive – Green apple, blue cheese, pistachio, orange shallot vinaigrette.
- Crispy Flatbread with Burrata – Fig, caramelized onion, prosciutto, pea shoots.
Chef’s Style & Influences
Globally inspired menus with Caribbean freshness, Asian touches, and vibrant, produce-driven, seasonal cooking.
Reviews
We had one of our people that had a aversion to spicy. Stephanie made him a separate version of the same thing we all had to make sure he was happy. She took some food allergies for others and designed the menu around them. Again off the hook! I would put her up against some of the best chefs! We will be hard pressed to find a better crew. They work so well together, totally seamless and effortlessly.
Absolute best cruise yet from our many years of cruising! Can't wait to come back! You guys are the absolute best! You made a special family trip even better! Can't thank you enough for all your hospitality! May you both be blessed!!
(5 Being the Highest)5
Was the yacht comfortable and clean?
Yes!
Was the yacht well ventilated?
Yes
Was the crew friendly and accommodating?
Yes. The crew was great! Kennon and Stephanie are awesome. We couldn’t have a better crew. We had both kids an adults. And everyone would say they are the best!
Was the food good and well presented?
Yes. It was delicious. You will not go hungry. Everything was made from scratch. We ate like kings and queens. We had a couple picky eater and one with a food allergy. The chief accommodated for everyone.8. Additional comments about the yacht and crew?
Cannot say enough good things. They were great.
Cruising Area. Did you like the area you chartered in?
Loved it. Each stop had something different but still beautiful
It has been absolutely fantastic from the minute we met to the day of departure! Hope to see you again soon, love and hugs! We can’t thank you enough for your hospitality!
This trip has exceeded expectations on every level. The boat is beautiful and the islands and water are spectacular but the crew of Kennon and Stephanie is what topped the charts! They are amazing taking care of every need, want and thought – they listen and try to do What they can to make the trip perfect and he succeeded at every turn. This was a special trip for Bob and Norma and it became a trip of a lifetime for all of us. We are forever grateful and this will stay in our memories forever!
Thank you for exceeding expectations on every level. This bucket list trip was almost never happened was so many obstacles thrown away. We were positively thrilled when we actually stepped on board Ventana. And the thrills, surprises, and moments never stopped after we landed. Thank you Stephanie Kevin for everything. You are the best crew we could have asked for. Everything was outstanding! Meals were five star. Experience was six star! Hugs!
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