TAPAS Yacht Description
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Underwater scooters:
Glide over reefs with minimal effort, great for longer snorkel sessions and kids. -
3 paddleboards:
Easy morning paddles and sunset cruises so multiple guests can go together. -
3-person crazy sofa towable:
High-energy towing fun behind the tender, ideal for families and groups.
Fresh build, smart layout. TAPAS is a 57-foot Royal Cape sailing catamaran built in 2023, set up to sleep 10 guests in 5 cabins. Big cat space, without the big-boat fuss.
Cabins that actually work. Five guest cabins, each with its own en-suite head and walk-in shower, plus full air-conditioning. The galley-up design keeps the cook-and-chat dynamic in the same orbit as the salon.
Water time is the point. Three paddleboards, floating mats, and snorkeling gear make it easy to turn anchor stops into long swim sessions. Add sea scooters and an underwater still camera when you want to range a little farther. Quick dip. Repeat.
Tow toys, too. There’s a wakeboard, a towable tube, and a 3-person “crazy sofa” for the days when relaxing sounds suspiciously like speed. Fishing gear is onboard for anyone who likes their downtime with a rod in hand.
Accommodation
TAPAS accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 luxury cabins, each with its own en-suite head and walk in shower. All guest cabins are fully air-conditioned for guest comfort. TAPAS has a galley-up layout with all the modern amenities needed for the ultimate family and friend vacation.Crew uses the twin cabin and will not move cabins.
Captain Only
INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDE: - Crew: Captain & hostess/cook - Standard Meals & Beverages onboard; Standard Ships Bar (Excludes premium alcohols) - Operating costs including generator use for 10h/day, fuel and water - Insurance for the yachts and the passengers - Bedding, towels and beach towels - Onboard Water Toys - Cruising Permits and Associated Fees INCLUSIVE RATES EXCLUDE: - Special provisioning request such as premium food/beverage - Airport transfers to/from the yacht base - Personal expenses · Cancellation insurance and private insurance - Crew Gratuity (15-20% of total charter price) - Anything not specified in the all-inclusive rate ADDITIONAL BERTH REQUESTS: - The use of a forepeak cabin attracts an additional 5% of the gross charter rate; - Fitted with a shower, basin and manual toiletWhat is the cabin arrangement of TAPAS?
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary (Master) Suite | Queen size bed | Private en-suite head with walk-in shower | Full |
| Guest Cabin 1 | Queen size bed | Private en-suite head with walk-in shower | Full |
| Guest Cabin 2 | Queen size bed | Private en-suite head with walk-in shower | Full |
| Guest Cabin 3 | Queen size bed | Private en-suite head with walk-in shower | Full |
| Guest Cabin 4 | Queen size bed | Private en-suite head with walk-in shower | Full |
TAPAS
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Weekly price: $28,000 - $35,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 57'
- # of Guests: 10
- # of Cabins: 5
- Builder: Royal Cape
- Built Year: 2023
- Turnaround: 48
TAPAS 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 | $30,000 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 | $37,000 | $38,000 | ||
| Summer 2026 | $30,000 | $30,000 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 | $37,000 | $38,000 | ||
| Winter 2026 to 2027 | $30,000 | $30,000 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 | $37,000 | $38,000 | ||
| Summer 2027 | $30,000 | $30,000 | $32,000 | $33,000 | $34,000 | $35,000 | $36,000 | $37,000 | $38,000 |
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.TAPAS Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 56,000USD to 70,000USD | 56,000USD to 70,000USD | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 28,000USD to 35,000USD | 28,000USD to 35,000USD | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 14,000USD to 17,500USD | 14,000USD 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. 28,000USD / 6 * 3 days = 14,000USD |
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: USD28,000
High season rate: USD35,000
GENERAL:
- Minimum 5-nights, inquire for less;
- For 6-night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights;
- For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights;
CHILD DISCOUNT: $100 off per child under 12 at time of charter.
SLEEP ABOARD: 50% of the daily rate. Boarding from 4 PM. Guests to dine off the yacht that evening.
HALF-BOARD: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore at client expense. Discount of $150 per person off the 7 night rate.
LOCAL FARE: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense. Discount of $75 per person off the 7 night rate.
CHRISTMAS:
- Rate $41,000
- Must end no later than 28 December
- Includes a gala dinner with champagne and premium wines
- Minimum 7-nights
NEW YEARS:
- Rate $48,000
- Must start no earlier than 28 December
- Includes a gala dinner with champagne and premium wines
- Minimum 7-nights
TAPAS Yacht Charter Locations
Summer Season
Winter Season
Amenities
Specifications
Features
Layout
More Specifications
Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Underwater scooters | Underwater scooters for rider-propelled underwater cruising. |
| Tube - towable | 2 towable tubes for being towed behind the tender. |
| 3 person crazy sofa | 3 person crazy sofa towable. |
| Wakeboard | 1 wakeboard. |
| Paddleboards | 3 paddleboards. |
| Inflatable SUP | Inflatable SUP. |
| Kayaks | Kayaks. |
| Floating mats | Floating mats. |
| Large floating ring | Large floating ring. |
| Noodles | Noodles. |
| Snorkeling gear | Snorkeling gear for guests. |
| Freediving equipment | Freediving equipment. |
| Fishing gear | Fishing gear, including 2 rods. |
| Underwater still camera | Underwater still camera. |
Crew
RYA Yachtmaster Offshore-certified captain with extensive Caribbean and U.S. East Coast sailing, including charter operations in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and cruising in the Virgin Islands. Runs a safe, well-maintained program so days stay controlled and on schedule.
- South African nationality
- Languages: English, Afrikaans
- RYA Yachtmaster Offshore certified
- Charter operations experience in St. Vincent and the Grenadines; private and charter cruising in the Virgin Islands
Private yacht chef with experience in Croatia, Turkey, and the Caribbean, building menus around local flavors and dietary preferences. Trained in food safety and hospitality to keep meal timing and onboard routines running smoothly.
- Design and art history background from Louisiana State University
- Private yacht chef experience in Croatia, Turkey, and the Caribbean
- Quarterdeck Yacht Academy training
- Certified in food safety, guest management, and hospitality
Menu
- Turkish eggs (Çılbır) – Aleppo butter & herbs; warm pita bread and bacon.
- Mixed berry and lemon muffins – With yoghurt parfaits, homemade granola & fresh fruit.
- Crab cake benedict – Poached eggs, creole hollandaise, and corn & tomato maque choux.
- Banana nut bread – With overnight vanilla berry oats & fruit smoothies.
- Whipped honey ricotta toast – Bacon, blistered tomatoes, poached egg, chilli oil, basil.
- Brown butter and cardamom cinnamon rolls – With fresh fruit.
- Fully loaded Huevos Rancheros – Guacamole, pickled onions, chorizo; with tres leches french toast bake & fresh fruit.
- Spinach, mushrooms, and feta omelette – Micro-greens and basil oil; with hash browns, crepes (raspberry compote, vanilla bean whipped cream) & fresh fruit.
- Cajun Salmon Tacos – Guacamole, pickled cabbage, feta, sriracha crema; with Louisiana street corn.
- Jamaican jerk chicken – Mango, jalapeño pineapple salsa; with rice and beans, fried sweet plantains, coco bread.
- Nashville-style hot chicken sandwiches – Pickles, jalapeños, coleslaw, garlic parmesan fries; with wedge salad.
- Homemade pizzas – Served with grilled romaine chicken Caesar salad.
- Sesame-crusted ahi tuna & soba noodles – Carrots, purple cabbage, edamame, cucumber; crispy shallots, ginger mint dressing.
- Gua bao – Pickled veggies, cilantro, sriracha aioli; with crunchy Vietnamese chicken salad.
- Herby lamb kofta pitas – Fresh vegetables; Persian tahdig with pomegranate seeds and mint; dips: zhoug, hummus, baba ganoush, harissa.
- Filet mignon – Cauliflower puree, mushrooms, shallot peppercorn cream sauce; with asparagus soup.
- Lemon garlic butter cod – Zaatar pearl couscous and feta roasted broccoli.
- Aqua Pazza – Olives, tomatoes, parsley, crostini; with burrata and peach salad.
- Sushi bar – Sushi rolls, sashimi, nigiri; with tuna crispy rice.
- Chicken Piccata – Lemon caper gravy, jasmine rice, roasted asparagus.
- Classic Roman Carbonara – With Sicilian arancini (ragù and peas).
- Seared brown butter sea scallops – Porcini and goat cheese risotto, sautéed kale; with pear-pomegranate spinach salad (candied walnuts, feta).
- Blueberry Basque burnt cheesecake
- Lemon sorbet – Served in a lemon shell.
- Key lime pie – With whipped cream.
- Matcha coconut ice cream
- Tiramisu – With espresso.
- Passionfruit Pavlova
- Warm Texas chocolate sheet cake – With raspberries.
*cake on requests for special occasions
No snack items were provided in the menu content.
Chef’s Style & Influences
Mediterranean and global flavors with Caribbean and Asian touches, plus bold spices and fresh herbs.
Reviews
10/10 couldn’t fault him!"
The experience was 5 stars. The boat was clean, comfortable and as described. The itinerary was well crafted with snorkeling, beach time, fun spots (hello Soggy Dollar, Tipsys, Willy T’s).
What made it unique was the crew. They took exceptional care of us from before the trip started until we parted ways. A taxi was waiting for us when we landed, welcome snacks when we arrived to the boat.
A highlight was the beautiful healthy delicious food prepared by MC. We felt like we were in a food vlog. Every meal better than the one before and accommodated a food allergy and restriction. Fresh fish, fruit, deserts, international flavors from Brazil to Morocco, it was amazing.
Capt kept us safe and engaged. Putting us on great snorkeling spots, taking our kids inner tubing behind the dingy, making drinks, great conversations.
This crew is special.
We are already dreaming of coming back.
2025
Our extended family—parents, our four adult sons, and two daughters-in-law, recently spent an unforgettable week aboard the yacht Tapas with Captain Matija Pavlović and MC, and the experience exceeded every expectation we had.
From the moment we stepped on board, Matija created a welcoming environment that made all eight of us feel instantly at home. Managing a group of varied ages and personalities isn’t always easy, but Matija balanced everyone’s interests with incredible ease, making each of us feel cared for and completely included.
His knowledge of the British Virgin Islands is outstanding. Every day brought a new highlight secluded beach, a spectacular snorkeling spot, or a perfectly timed sail between islands—each chosen with our family dynamics in mind. He orchestrated the itinerary so seamlessly that it felt like the islands were unfolding just for us.
Matija’s professionalism and mastery of seamanship were evident in everything he did. His calm, confident demeanor made us feel safe at all times, even in challenging winds or busy anchorages. Yet he pairs that competence with genuine warmth, humor, and a positive spirit that made even simple moments onboard feel special.
Whether he was helping the adventurous members of our family find the best places to explore, or giving space to those who wanted to relax and soak in the scenery, Matija always seemed to know exactly what each person needed. His ability to connect with everyone—parents, sons, and daughters-in-law alike—made the trip feel personal and perfectly tailored.
Our week with Captain Matija was truly one of the finest family vacations we’ve ever taken. If you’re considering a yacht charter in the British Virgin Islands, you couldn’t choose a better captain. He transforms a beautiful sailing trip into an extraordinary family memory.
An exceptional experience from start to finish.
From the very first meal to the last, MC delivered a dining experience worthy of a top-tier resort, yet with the comfort, creativity, and personal touch that only a gifted private chef can provide. Every dish she prepared was beautifully presented, perfectly balanced, and crafted with thoughtfulness and care. Whether it was a fresh, bright breakfast, a vibrant island-inspired lunch, or a showstopping dinner, MC turned each meal into an event we looked forward to.
One of the standout moments of the entire week was her extraordinary jerk turkey Thanksgiving feast. Preparing something so special in a yacht galley is no small feat, yet MC delivered a holiday meal that was both festive and unforgettable, flavorful, tender, and infused with her signature creativity. It made celebrating Thanksgiving in the islands feel magical.
MC’s collaboration with Captain Matija was another huge part of what made the trip feel effortless. The two work together with seamless coordination and genuine respect, creating an atmosphere on board that is relaxed, joyful, and incredibly well-orchestrated. Their synergy ensured that meals were timed perfectly with sailing plans, activities, and family energy, helping each day unfold smoothly and beautifully.
Beyond her culinary skill, MC is simply wonderful to be around, warm, thoughtful, upbeat, and always attentive without ever being intrusive. She connected effortlessly with each member of our family, and her ability to accommodate different tastes and preferences made everyone feel cared for.
Chef Mary Campbell is a true gem, an exceptional chef, a gracious host, and an essential part of what made our week on Tapas, one of the best family vacations we’ve ever had. Anyone fortunate enough to sail with her will remember the meals, the creativity, and the warmth long after the trip ends.
These two crew helped us have a great experience in every way. I highly recommend Matija and MC.
Love the (rest) ❤️
Gianna ♡
Brian, Megan, Mike, Max, Emery & Kaden
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This is [illegible] 2nd trip w/ you guys — so fun! I LOVE everything you’ve made. I can’t stop saying, “oh my gosh!” after each bite. Everything was so good! You are a 5-star level niche cuisine chef.
Jane Fleming – Westwood, MA
Thank you Capt + lovely MC!! Thanks for making it so special ❤️
Charlotte – Lexington, MA, USA
Wishing you both a very wonderful rest of the sailing year. We hope to sail again!
We hope to see you again on another adventure.
Love + hugs,
Michelle & Donna
Charlotte, NC
Christian, Donna
NC, USA
Rob + Glenda
Mooresville, NC, USA
Grateful for this trip.
Brett and Vicki
Dreare
Candler, NC USA
You are both one of a kind!
If you are ever our way please let us know.
Lash, Keith, Lindsey, Andrew, Caleb, Luke, Anna & Seth
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