Painted Pelican Yacht Description
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Starlink connectivity:
Stream, message, and handle light work with more reliable onboard internet coverage. -
Huge flybridge lounging space:
Dry off after swims, sip cocktails, and enjoy elevated views over reefs and bays. -
Rendezvous diving available:
Add scuba days easily without carrying full dive gear onboard.
Modern 8-guest cat. PAINTED PELICAN is a 54-foot Aquila multihull built in 2024, set up to sleep 8 guests in 4 en-suite cabins. New boat smell. Minus the showroom rules.
Cabins that make sense. The layout is straightforward for couples: a primary suite with a king bed plus three queen cabins, all with private bathroom facilities. Full air conditioning keeps everyone civil.
Easy water days. Rinse off with the outdoor shower, then reset on the built-in deck lounging pads before firing up the BBQ for lunch. Simple, practical, and it works.
Stay connected onboard. Wi‑Fi (including StarLink) and an indoor audio system keep the playlists and group chats alive, with a TV in the saloon for downtime.
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?
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
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| Primary Suite (Master) | King size bed | Private en-suite bathroom (private head) | Yes (private AC control; Full AC) |
| Guest Cabin 1 | Queen size bed | En-suite bathroom (private head) | Yes (private AC control; Full AC) |
| Guest Cabin 2 | Queen size bed | En-suite bathroom (private head) | Yes (private AC control; Full AC) |
| Guest Cabin 3 | Queen size bed | En-suite bathroom (private head) | Yes (private AC control; Full AC) |
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.
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.
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
Runs Caribbean charters with informed routing from years working across the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Pacific. Can also teach guests about boating during the trip.
- From Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada
- Nearly a decade as a charter captain
- Worked around the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Pacific Ocean
- Completed multiple yacht deliveries, including a Pacific crossing in 2024 on a 32-foot sailboat
Cooks fresh, healthy dishes and incorporates local, seasonal ingredients, while accommodating dietary needs. Her menus draw from time living and traveling around the world and work in Parisian restaurants.
- French-American-Latvian
- Works as Chef-Stew-Mate
- Worked in various Parisian restaurants while studying fine arts and photography
- In yachting since 2019; 5th year working as a chef in the Caribbean and the Mediterranean
Menu
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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