Painted Pelican Yacht Description
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Electric grill on the flybridge:
Perfect for casual BBQs with sea views, creating relaxed family or romantic dining vibes al fresco. -
Large flybridge with deck lounging pads:
Spacious sunbathing and cocktail area for up to 8 guests, ideal for socializing or soaking up sunsets. -
Onboard Starlink WIFI:
Keeps guests fully connected for work or leisure, balancing relaxation with modern connectivity needs.
Painted Pelican is waiting for you on clear blue seas in the beautiful British Virgin Islands.
The exquisite 54-foot Aquila Power Catamaran offers 4 spacious cabins each with private head and AC control for your guests to enjoy. 5th Cabin for crew.
As you navigate the turquoise blue waters, ask the captain to bring you to one of our secluded snorkeling spots. You will feel like you are swimming in a tropical aquarium as you experience rare and colorful sea life all around you. After your swim, head up to the huge flybridge to dry off and get an overhead view of the coral reefs that surround the island.
If relaxing is more your style, lay back on the built-in deck lounging pads or one of our floating mats. The warm island waters will not disappoint, and neither will our delicious Caribbean cocktails!
Watch the sunset as you enjoy an extraordinary meal prepared by your chef, who will happily accommodate any guests’ dietary requirements. Check out our sample menu for examples of some of the delicious meals Painted Pelican has to offer.
When the sun has set and you are ready to rest, you will feel at home in our spacious and comfortable cabins. Each cabin is equipped with storage space for your belongings and a queen bed. (King in master) The galley and salon have a contemporary configuration and an open-concept space perfect for enjoying time with friends and family. A flat screen TV is placed on the back wall for viewing pleasure in and out of the salon at the barstool seating. Wi-Fi is also included should you choose to stay connected on your dream vacation.
Other amenities include: lounging pads for sunbathing, electric grill located on the flybridge, electric winch-style dinghy lift platform, blue tooth capabilities, and sound system.
Accommodation
Ready for your trip of a lifetime? Painted Pelican is waiting for you on clear blue seas in the beautiful British Virgin Islands.The exquisite 54-foot Aquila Power Catamaran offers 4 spacious cabins each with private head and AC control for your guests to enjoy. 5th Cabin for crew.
As you navigate the turquoise blue waters, ask the captain to bring you to one of our secluded snorkeling spots. You will feel like you are swimming in a tropical aquarium as you experience rare and colorful sea life all around you. After your swim, head up to the huge flybridge to dry off and get an overhead view of the coral reefs that surround the island.
If relaxing is more your style, lay back on the built-in deck lounging pads or one of our floating mats. The warm island waters will not disappoint, and neither will our delicious Caribbean cocktails!
Watch the sunset as you enjoy an extraordinary meal prepared by your chef, who will happily accommodate any guests’ dietary requirements. Check out our sample menu for examples of some of the delicious meals Painted Pelican has to offer.
When the sun has set and you are ready to rest, you will feel at home in our spacious and comfortable cabins. Each cabin is equipped with storage space for your belongings and a queen bed. (King in master) The galley and salon have a contemporary configuration and an open-concept space perfect for enjoying time with friends and family. A flat screen TV is placed on the back wall for viewing pleasure in and out of the salon at the barstool seating. Wi-Fi is also included should you choose to stay connected on your dream vacation.
Other amenities include: lounging pads for sunbathing, electric grill located on the flybridge, electric winch-style dinghy lift platform, blue tooth capabilities, and sound system.
WIFI Included
What is the cabin arrangement of Painted Pelican?
Painted Pelican
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Weekly price: $34,713 - $38,283
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 54'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Aquila
- Consumption: 581 US Gall/Hr
- Cruising Speed: 17
- Max. Speed: 22
- Built Year: 2024
Painted Pelican 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 | $35,427 | $35,903 | $36,379 | $36,855 | $37,331 | $37,807 | $38,283 | ||||
| Summer 2025 | $34,713 | $35,189 | $35,665 | $36,141 | $36,617 | $37,093 | $37,569 |
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.Painted Pelican Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | Total | Note | |
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| 14 day charter | 69,426USD to 76,566USD | 69,426USD to 76,566USD | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 34,713USD to 38,283USD | 34,713USD to 38,283USD | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 17,357USD to 19,142USD | 17,357USD to 19,142USD | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 34,713USD / 6 * 3 days = 17,356USD |
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: USD34,713
High season rate: USD38,283
All rates are based on 7 nights. Call for shorter periods.
2025 New Years Week: $44,233 All-inclusive 8 PAX
Includes: Private 54' power catamaran. One Master Cabin with King Bed, Three Double occupancy staterooms with private bathroom and shower. All meals and snacks. All beverages, beer and wine. Fuel, A/C, TV and stereo. Snorkeling gear, stand up paddle board, dinghy. Mooring ball fees, cruising taxes and yacht insurance.
CYBA contract
All rates are based on 7 nights. Call for shorter periods.
2025 New Years Week: $44,233 All-inclusive 8 PAX
Includes: Private 54' power catamaran. One Master Cabin with King Bed, Three Double occupancy staterooms with private bathroom and shower. All meals and snacks. All beverages, beer and wine. Fuel, A/C, TV and stereo. Snorkeling gear, stand up paddle board, dinghy. Mooring ball fees, cruising taxes and yacht insurance.
CYBA contract
Amenities
Specifications
Features
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Other Entertainment
StarLink and WIFI
Crew
Captain
Chef/Mate/Stew
VIPCA Award Winner
Captain: Joseph Paolone
Introducing the power team aboard the Painted Pelican!
Captain Joe brings years of experience navigating catamarans through some of the world’s most beautiful waters. Chef Ariq curates vibrant menus that blend Caribbean flavors with global influences, always using local, seasonal ingredients. Whether you're vegan, gluten-free, or just adventurous with your palate, Ariq can accommodate any dietary need. Together, they’ll deliver the vacation of a lifetime for your family and friends.
Joseph Paolone: Captain
Joseph hails from the sailing community of the Niagara-on-the Lake in Ontario, Canada. He began boating as a baby on the shores of Lake Ontario, sparking a lifelong love for adventure and discovery on the open water. While studying history at Brock University, Joseph spent many summers working as a sailing coach at neighboring yacht clubs. It was during these years that he realized his passion for boating and his dream of a life at sea could be fulfilled by moving to the Caribbean.
For nearly a decade, Joseph has worked as a charter captain around the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Pacific Ocean. He has completed multiple deliveries and was part of a Pacific crossing on a 32-foot sailboat in the spring and summer of 2024.
Joseph is excited to take you to the most incredible spots in the Caribbean on your charter. He is more than happy to teach guests anything they want to know about boating while sharing his passion for the sea. Joseph also enjoys staying active and can show you his favorite trails and snorkeling spots if that interests you. To top off an exciting day of activities, he would be delighted to make you your favorite cocktail as you relax and enjoy an amazing sunset. Whatever type of charter you fancy, Joseph will make it happen.
Ariq Flax-Clarke: Chef/Stew/Mate - VIPCA Award Winner
Chef Ariq Flax-Clarke grew up on the sunlit shores of Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands, where the aromas from his grandmother’s kitchen mingled with the salt air of the sea. Inspired by her gift for storytelling through food, Ariq learned early that cuisine is more than sustenance — it’s a connection, a celebration, and a way to bring people together. Childhood days spent fishing in turquoise waters laid the foundation for a culinary identity deeply rooted in fresh, local ingredients.
Ariq began working in kitchens as a teenager, building a strong foundation that now spans over 12 years of culinary experience. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts and Food Management and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Johnson & Wales University in Miami, Florida, blending creative skill with business acumen. His career has taken him through fine dining internships, private events, and prestigious culinary competitions, including multiple medals with Team BVI at the Taste of the Caribbean Competition and has recently scored a second-place finish at the 2024 VIPCA USVI Charter Yacht Show Culinary Competition.
He has also proudly represented the BVI on prominent stages such as the South Beach Food and Wine Festival, Citi Taste of Tennis in California and Miami, the Annapolis Boat Show, the BVI Food Fest, and a Caribbean-themed event at the James Beard House in New York.
Ariq’s passion for understanding food’s origins inspired him to revisit his love for fishing, explore beekeeping and honey production, and even experiment with mead-making during the pandemic. Seeking greater creative freedom, he transitioned from traditional kitchens to the luxury yacht charter industry. For the past three seasons, he has served as chef aboard Barefoot Bliss, a 54-foot Bali Catamaran, curating vibrant menus that blend Caribbean flavors with global influences.
When not in the galley, Ariq enjoys fishing, often incorporating his fresh catch into memorable onboard meals, snorkeling, discovering hidden coves, and sharing laughs with guests. His easygoing nature, meticulous attention to detail, and passion for hospitality ensure every charter is a personalized, unforgettable experience.
Menu
Breakfast
Served with fresh fruit platter, freshly brewed coffee, a selection of fine teas, and fruit juices
- Farm Fresh Eggs - scrambled, hard-boiled, fried, or frittata, using local herbs and spices (available daily)
- Crisp Bacon or Savory Sausages- pork, turkey, or beef. Smoked salmon option (available daily)
- Caribbean Breakfast Potatoes- Golden, herb-infused potatoes with a hint of local seasoning
- Fluffy Pancakes- Light and airy, served with warm maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar
- Classic French Toast- Thick-cut bread dipped in cinnamon custard, grilled to perfection
- Yogurt Parfaits Creamy yogurt layered with house-made granola and seasonal fruit compote
- Golden Waffles (when available)- Crisp on the outside, tender inside, served with fresh berries
- Fresh Bagels & Cream Cheese- Warm, chewy bagels with classic or flavored cream cheeses
- Avocado Toast- Smashed avocado on artisan bread, topped with microgreens and a squeeze of lemon
- Traditional Eggs Benedict- Poached eggs over toasted English muffins with hollandaise sauce
- Freshly Baked Pastries or Toast- Croissants, danishes, and artisan breads served warm
Lunch
- Flatbread Pizzas- Baked crisp with flavor combinations such as caramelized onion jam & crumbled cheese, pepperoni with mozzarella, or prosciutto with arugula
- Grilled Peach or Red Plum Burrata Medley- Sweet stone fruits with creamy burrata, drizzled with honey and balsamic glaze, served with warm focaccia
- Street Tacos- chicken or shrimp, paired with fresh guacamole, grilled corn salad, and mango salsa
- Island Lobster Roll- Tender lobster in a coconut-lime aioli, topped with mango relish in a buttery brioche roll, served with plantain crisps
- Kebab Trio- Tender skewers of beef, chicken, or pork served with charred naan, broccoli Greek salad, and tzatziki
- Classic Chicken Cobb Salad- Crisp greens with grilled chicken, avocado, egg, bacon, blue cheese, and a tangy vinaigrette
- Wagyu Beef Burgers- Juicy patties topped with brown sugar–caramelized onions, served with crispy potato wedges
- Charred Shrimp- Served over a citrus medley salad with fresh herbs and olive oil drizzle
- Crispy Fish Bao Buns- Wahoo or mahi mahi in soft steamed buns with slaw and sweet soy glaze
- Classic Chicken Caesar Salad- Romaine lettuce with parmesan, croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing
Dinner
- Coconut Lemon BVI Snapper- Pan-seared and finished with a coconut-lemon glaze, served with roasted potatoes and asparagus. Alternate: tender chicken thighs
- Herb-Infused New York Strip/Ribeye Steak or Seared Scallops- Served with creamy mashed potatoes and charred broccoli, finished with herb butter
- Grilled Mahi Mahi Sauce Vierge- Fresh mahi with a light Provençal tomato-herb sauce, crispy potatoes or cassava, and seared zucchini
- Seared Salmon- Flaky salmon with creamy vegetable risotto and a drizzle of lemon oil
- Roasted Spatchcock Chicken- Juicy, oven-roasted chicken with mixed vegetables, roasted sweet potatoes, and a creamy ajvar sauce
- Sweet Soy Glazed Pork Tenderloin or Chops- Served with roasted parsnip purée and grilled yellow and purple cauliflower
- Coconut-Braised Short Ribs- Slow-cooked and melt-in-your-mouth tender, with creamy polenta and charred cauliflower
- Creole Shrimp Spiced shrimp with coconut rice and crisp garden salad
- Homemade Shepherd’s Pie- Savory beef and vegetables baked under creamy mashed potatoes
- Orzo & Sun-Dried Tomato Salad- Served with a crispy-skin airline chicken breast and lemon herb vinaigrette
- Creamy Tomato Shrimp Pasta- Tossed with fresh herbs and parmesan
- Potato Gnocchi- With butternut squash coconut purée, fried chorizo, and crispy sage
Desserts
- Classic Pecan Pie- Sweet, nutty filling in a buttery crust
- Pound Cake French Toast- Served with pecan banana foster and vanilla ice cream
- Muscovado Poached Pears- Soft, spiced pears with a hint of caramelized sugar
- Chocolate Cremosa- Silky chocolate mousse with a touch of sea salt
- Classic Crème Brûlée- Vanilla custard with a caramelized sugar crust
- Panna Cotta with Berry Coulis- Creamy and delicate with a tart berry finish
- Fresh Guava Cake-Topped with a light cream cheese whip
- Honey Toast- Crisp golden bread with vanilla mascarpone whip and drizzled honey
- Sticky Toffee Pudding- Warm sponge cake with toffee sauce and cream
- Honey Roasted Plum- Served warm with whipped cream or ice cream
- Tiramisu with a Twist- Kahlúa-soaked pistachio cake layered with mascarpone cream and finished with a dusting of cocoa
**Selections change daily to highlight the freshest seasonal ingredients
Reviews
2) The Captain and first mate Joe and Julia were just wonderful
3) The food was better on the boat than at the top restaurants ( which were great as well and suggested by the crew)
4) The spots we anchored were great and the crew took us by dingy to all places we wanted to go
Awesome
Also, we so appreciate you going back to Willy T’s to represent Underwater Construction Corp. with the sticker! Hope to see it with you guys in the future!
We’ve done a very similar trip before without a crew, and after this experience, there’s no chance we’d ever do that again. Having a crew turns the entire trip into an actual vacation instead of a job.
Captain Joe was fantastic from day one. He was professional, easygoing, and incredibly knowledgeable. He knew where to go, when to go, and always seemed one step ahead—whether it was weather, anchor spots, timing, or just making sure everything ran smoothly. We felt totally relaxed knowing he had everything handled, while still keeping the trip flexible and tailored to what we wanted.
Ariq, our chef, absolutely blew us away. The food was consistently excellent—fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. Every meal felt special, and the variety throughout the week was impressive. It truly felt like having a private chef onboard rather than “boat food.” He was also great to be around and always happy to accommodate requests.
I also want to call out Danielle, who was instrumental in helping us book the trip. She answered all of our questions upfront, set clear expectations, and made the entire booking process easy and stress-free. Going into a trip like this with everything explained ahead of time made a huge difference.
The Aquila 545 itself was clean, comfortable, and well laid out for a longer charter. Plenty of space to relax, great cabins, and everything worked exactly as it should. Combined with a great crew, it was the perfect setup.
MarineMax did a great job overall, but what really made this trip unforgettable was the people—Joe, Ariq, and Danielle. They elevated the entire experience and made the week effortless and memorable.
If you’re on the fence about going crewed, do it. It’s absolutely worth it, and we’re already talking about when we can book our next one.
We had travel complications heading out and he was even checking on us after we left the boat. It was similar with Ariq - our girls can be particular and every meal was spot on (have never heard so many superlatives from the teenagers - they are wrecked now coming home from all of the spoiling 😀). The food was really delicious - I have a heavy couple weeks of working out to try to shed the weight! It was similar with Ariq and Joe - not just exceptional quality and service but delivered in a friendly and welcoming way.
The boat was nice and easily accommodated the two families and we were very comfortable - it was clear the boat was well taken care of.
Our experience with Marine Max and this crew was truly excellent - we would never hesitate to sail with them again. It was a top notch vacation and the service made it truly special.
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