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Elevator Summary
Experience the epitome of luxury sailing aboard the Dolce Vita, a remarkable 48' catamaran that promises a yachting excursion like no other. Designed for optimal comfort and elegance, this 2023 model from the distinguished Dufour shipyards features a broad 26' beam and a tender draft of 4.26', ideal for exploring shallow waters like those of the Bahamas, its summer and winter area. Not just a pleasure vessel but also a floating luxury home, Dolce Vita caters to guests with a full range of updated amenities and accommodation tailored to bliss and relaxation.
Accommodation
The Dolce Vita is superbly equipped with four stylish cabins capable of accommodating up to 8 guests. Three are queen-sized cabins, and one twin cabin, each meticulously designed to provide a personal haven of peace, all featuring en-suite facilities and air-conditioning. The interior ambiance exudes a judicious blend of contemporary design encased in comfort, optimizing spaces for relaxation and social interaction.
Toys
Dolce Vita comes with a unique selection of water toys and sports equipment that enhances the thrill of the yachting experience. These include:
| Toy | Details |
|---|---|
| Snuba/Hooka System | Tankless diving system for 3, no scuba certifications necessary |
| Stand Up Paddle Boards | 2 available |
| Inflatable Kayak | Yes |
| Floating Bote Dock | Yes |
| Tube | Yes |
| Underwater Sea Scooters | 2 available |
Amenities
The Dolce Vita offers an array of amenities designed to enhance guest comfort and entertainment:
- Air Conditioning: Full
- WiFi Onboard
- Ice Maker
- BBQ: Yes
- Bimini for shade: Yes
- Deck Shower: Yes
- Sound System: Yes
- Children Special Diets: Yes
- Generator: Yes
- Inverter: Yes
- Water Capacity: 153.97 Gl
Crew
Meet the professional and welcoming crew of Captain Louis and Chef Tersia, both from South Africa. Captain Louis brings a lifetime of sailing experience amassed from the coastal waters of Durban, South Africa. Chef Tersia, on the other hand, combines her financial expertise with her passion for gastronomy to provide guests with delectable cuisines that cater to all dietary requirements. Together, they ensure an unraveling experience of luxury, safety, and adventure.
Accommodation
Dolce Vita is equipped with x3 queen cabins and x1 twin for guests to useCaptain Only
No captain only.What is the cabin arrangement of Dolce Vita?
- 3 VIP cabins
- 1 Twin cabin
Dolce Vita
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Weekly price: $18,200 - $20,700
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 48'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Dufour
- Built Year: 2023
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Dolce Vita 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 2023 to 2024 | $18,200 | $18,200 | $18,700 | $19,200 | $19,700 | $20,200 | $20,700 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2024 | $18,200 | $18,200 | $18,700 | $19,200 | $19,700 | $20,200 | $20,700 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | $19,200 | $19,200 | $19,700 | $20,200 | $20,700 | $21,200 | $21,700 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Dolce Vita Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 36,400$ to 41,400$ | 7,280$ to 12,420$ | 43,680$ to 53,820$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 18,200$ to 20,700$ | 3,640$ to 6,210$ | 21,840$ to 26,910$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 9,100$ to 10,350$ | 1,820$ to 3,105$ | 10,920$ to 13,455$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 18,200$ / 6 * 3 days = 9,100$ |
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: $18,200
High season rate: $20,700
● ADDITIONAL FEES: Cruising Permits, customs fees, and Taxes to be paid by the Charterer upon entry to Cruising Grounds or Ports for all charter locations.
● STANIEL CAY RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $1,500 round trip or $750 one way and a minimum of 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.
● MARSH HARBOUR RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,000 round trip or $1,000 one way and a minimum of 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.
● GEORGETOWN RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,500 round trip or $1250 one way and a minimum of 96 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.
● TURKS & CAICOS RELOCATION FEE: Inquire for rates.
● MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
● GUEST PAX: 8
● LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: For 6-night charters, divide the weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide the weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
● SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at the client's expense. Includes boarding after 4 pm, welcome cocktail, breakfast the next morning, and early start.
● HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at the client's expense.
● CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
$100 discount per child.
● CABIN CONFIGURATION:
Inquire for change of cabin configuration. Relocation of crew to alternative cabin will incur additional charge of $400 per night, to be paid prior to embarking on yacht. Please inquire for availability.
● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.
● TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $250 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard
● HOLIDAY RATES:
2024 CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate of $23,000 for 2-8 guests and a 7-night minimum. Mus finish no later than Dec 26th.
2024 NEW YEARS: Flat rate of $27,500 for 2-8 guests and a 7-night minimum. Must begin no sooner than Dec 28th.
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES:
Meals & Beverages onboard
Fuel
Mooring fees
Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain, chef/mate)
Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)
Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabins each with an ensuite bathroom and bedding, towels, and beach towels.
Snorkel gear
Stand Up Paddle Boards x2
Inflatable Kayak
Floating Bote Dock
Tube
Underwater Sea Scooters x2
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Bahamas 14% VAT cruising permits, customs fees, and taxes - to be paid by the Charterer prior to embarking on vessel.
Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)
Cancellation insurance and private insurance
Airport transfers to/from yacht base
Personal Expenses
● TIP:
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%-25% of the total charter fee.
● CONTRACT SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
The Charter Fee does not include the Bahamas VAT of 14%. Payment is due at final payment stage as listed in payment schedule.
● ADDITIONAL FEES: Cruising Permits, customs fees, and Taxes to be paid by the Charterer upon entry to Cruising Grounds or Ports for all charter locations.
● STANIEL CAY RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $1,500 round trip or $750 one way and a minimum of 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.
● MARSH HARBOUR RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,000 round trip or $1,000 one way and a minimum of 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.
● GEORGETOWN RELOCATION FEE:
Relocation fee of $2,500 round trip or $1250 one way and a minimum of 96 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.
● TURKS & CAICOS RELOCATION FEE: Inquire for rates.
● MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5
● GUEST PAX: 8
● LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: For 6-night charters, divide the weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide the weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
● SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at the client's expense. Includes boarding after 4 pm, welcome cocktail, breakfast the next morning, and early start.
● HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at the client's expense.
● CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
$100 discount per child.
● CABIN CONFIGURATION:
Inquire for change of cabin configuration. Relocation of crew to alternative cabin will incur additional charge of $400 per night, to be paid prior to embarking on yacht. Please inquire for availability.
● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.
● TURN AROUNDS: 24-hour turn arounds available for $250 per charter, otherwise 48-hour turns are standard
● HOLIDAY RATES:
2024 CHRISTMAS: Flat Rate of $23,000 for 2-8 guests and a 7-night minimum. Mus finish no later than Dec 26th.
2024 NEW YEARS: Flat rate of $27,500 for 2-8 guests and a 7-night minimum. Must begin no sooner than Dec 28th.
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES:
Meals & Beverages onboard
Fuel
Mooring fees
Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain, chef/mate)
Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)
Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabins each with an ensuite bathroom and bedding, towels, and beach towels.
Snorkel gear
Stand Up Paddle Boards x2
Inflatable Kayak
Floating Bote Dock
Tube
Underwater Sea Scooters x2
● ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Bahamas 14% VAT cruising permits, customs fees, and taxes - to be paid by the Charterer prior to embarking on vessel.
Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)
Cancellation insurance and private insurance
Airport transfers to/from yacht base
Personal Expenses
● TIP:
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%-25% of the total charter fee.
● CONTRACT SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
The Charter Fee does not include the Bahamas VAT of 14%. Payment is due at final payment stage as listed in payment schedule.
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Captain: Louis
MEET CAPTAIN LOUIS and CHEF TERSIA!
Captain Louis -
Louis grew up on the Bluff in Durban on the East coast of South Africa, he has a friendly outgoing personality and loves people, entertaining and enjoying life. His love for the sea started at a very young age, spending all his spare time surfing, scuba, windsurfing and sailing. Louis worked his way into owning 50% of a 27ft yacht at the age off 17 and that’s where it all started. He has done many miles and hours accumulating endless knowledge in the art of sailing, enjoying boating and sailing in and out of different ports of South Africa. Louis owned various boats and ended up doing charters on a partly owned private catamaran together with his wife as charter chef and hostess on mostly the West coast of South Africa. Come and experience life onboard with Captain Louis.
Chef Tersia -
Tersia grew up in Johannesburg, sunny South Africa, after obtaining her senior certificate at school she studied at RA University where she obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree in finance. Working for corporate companies for many years she came to the conclusion that people was her passion, and not figures, as she enjoys the social life and love being in the kitchen to prepare impressive dishes for her guests.
Meeting her husband on a sailing holiday, they decided to venture into enjoying life and having fun. Entertaining and hosting people led them to opening a restaurant where Tersia could live out her passion. She has always enjoyed the ocean and loves scuba, snorkeling and early morning swims. Her passion for hosting and making exquisite meals will make your visit a memorable one.
