Iara
Specifications
| Type | Catamaran |
|---|---|
| Length | 50' / 15m |
| Beam | 26' / 8m |
| Draft | 4' / 1m |
| Builder | Fountaine Pajot |
| Built | 2017 / 2023 (Refitted) |
| Speed | 8 Knots Cruising / 15 Knots Max |
Accommodations
IARA is a 2017 50’ Fountaine Pajot sailing catamaran, beautifully refurbished in 2023 for a fresh, light, and relaxed feel throughout the Virgin Islands. Panoramic windows brighten the inviting salon, while a convertible lounge area, well-appointed galley, smart storage, and an easy connection to the cockpit create a practical layout that keeps the sea always in view.
Accommodating up to 6 guests, IARA offers 1 master suite and 2 queen cabins, each with a private ensuite. Large cabin windows add to the airy feel, while generous spaces for lounging, swimming, snorkeling, and unwinding between beaches and sunset anchorages make every day easy to enjoy. Breezy, comfortable, and effortlessly polished, IARA makes every mile feel like vacation.
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Gym
- Water Maker (700185)
Additional Amenities
8 Person Dinghy With 40 HP
e-Foil
2 Subwings
2 Stand Up Paddle Boards
Towable Tube
1 Floating Mat/Dock
2 Floating Chairs
4 Luxury Noodles
1 Flamingo
4 Beach Chairs
Snorkel Gear
Fishing Gear With 2 Offshore 250lb Rods & Hand Line
Beach Games
4 Yoga Mats
Additional Entertainment
Defibrillator
Eisenglass Weather Protection
Let's Start Planning Your Trip
Mainsail has built a highly experienced team of brokers throughout the years to make your charter experience seamless. Take advantage of over 50 years of combined travel experience at no cost to you!
InquireWater Activities
Tender No
- Scuba Onboard (Request Details)
- Fishing Permit
Menus
- Dining Seating Available
- Special Diets Accommodated
- Kosher Diets Accommodated
Freshly prepared cuisine featuring relaxed breakfasts, flavorful midday favorites, plated dinners, sweet finishes, and cocktails crafted for life aboard. Sample menu selections are listed below and may vary based on guest preferences, provisioning, and chef creativity.
DAY BREAK
Always served with fresh tea, coffee, fruit juice, bread, and local fruit.
Choice of Sausage, Bacon, or Smoked Salmon & Eggs
Cooked to preference with breakfast accompaniments.
Quiche
Savory baked egg dish with seasonal ingredients.
French Toast
Golden toasted bread with classic accompaniments.
Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes served warm.
Crêpes
Delicate thin pancakes with sweet or savory options.
Shakshuka
Eggs poached in a spiced tomato sauce.
Breakfast Sandwiches
Served on fresh bread with classic fillings.
Frittata
Oven-baked egg dish with mixed ingredients.
Omelets Made to Order
Customized with a selection of fillings.
Smoothies
Fresh blended fruit smoothies.
MIDDAY
Duck Breast
Served on a bed of arugula with pomegranate dressing and pistachio dukkah.
Baja-Style Fish Tacos
Served with corn, pineapple, and quinoa salad.
Grilled Squid
Served with pear, arugula, and shaved parmesan salad.
Mixed Seafood Paella
Traditional rice dish with mixed seafood.
Grilled Chicken Breast
Served over sweet potato and fig salad with chamomile dressing.
Orzo-Stuffed Peppers
Served with lemon-baked chicken thighs.
Chicken Satay
Served with peanut dipping sauce, jasmine rice, and green papaya salad.
Flank Steak
Served with chimichurri and plantain frites.
Sea Bass
Served with lemon verbena beurre blanc over citrus green salad and chilled cream of beetroot soup.
HORS D’OEUVRES
Scallops
Served over pea and mint purée.
Truffle Mushroom Arancini
Crispy risotto balls infused with truffle.
Smoked Salmon
Served with hash brown, dill cream, and caviar.
Mango Tuna Tartare Wonton Bites
Fresh tuna with mango in crispy wonton shells.
Roasted Grapes
Served with herbs, burrata, and prosciutto.
Greek Stuffed Tomatoes
Tomatoes filled with Mediterranean ingredients.
Rosemary, Truffle & Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy fries with aromatic seasoning.
Zucchini Feta Fritters
Served with tzatziki.
Tuna Crudo
Served with passionfruit and lemon.
MAIN
Pork Loin Chop
Served with almond salsa, glazed figs, purple sprouting broccoli, and roasted carrots.
Crispy Skin Salmon
Served in a lemongrass coconut sauce with mixed vegetables.
Braised Halibut
Served with cherry tomatoes, tahini, and herb-stuffed tomatoes.
Lemon Pesto Gnocchi
Served with greens and Italian sausage.
Ginger Garlic Lobster Tails
Served with brussel sprouts and lemon crumb spaghetti.
Marinated Tiger Prawns
Served with pil-pil sauce and cauliflower shawarma.
Ribeye Steak
Served with cumin butter, sumac onion salad, and couscous.
Grilled Fish
Served with homemade babaganoush, beet purée, and wild rice.
Greek-Style Lamb Shank
Served with couscous.
Thai-Style Steamed Fish
Served with garlic sautéed greens.
DESSERT
Rose-Infused Crème Brûlée
Classic custard infused with rose.
Spiced Pears with Ice Cream
Warm spiced pears served with ice cream.
Coconut Date Truffles
Sweet coconut and date confections.
Chocolate Tahini Mousse
Rich chocolate mousse with tahini.
Earl Grey & Dark Chocolate Cake
Fragrant tea-infused chocolate cake.
Blood Orange Tart
Citrus tart with blood orange.
Dragonfruit Cheesecake
Creamy cheesecake with tropical dragonfruit.
Ginger & Lime Custard
Smooth custard with ginger and lime.
Tropical Pavlova
Crisp meringue with tropical fruit.
Coconut Panna Cotta
Silky coconut dessert.
Let's Start Planning Your Trip
Mainsail has built a highly experienced team of brokers throughout the years to make your charter experience seamless. Take advantage of over 50 years of combined travel experience at no cost to you!
InquireCrew
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Captain | Paul Bowring |
| Nationality | British |
| Languages Spoken | English |
Captain Paul and Chef/First Mate Lexy have been sharing adventures on the water since 2017, combining their passion for sailing, hospitality, and exploration into unforgettable charter experiences. With years of experience throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and beyond, they create a warm, authentic atmosphere where exceptional service, fresh cuisine, and genuine island adventure come together effortlessly.
Click each crew profile to learn more about their background, experience, and personal story.
Let's Start Planning Your Trip
Mainsail has built a highly experienced team of brokers throughout the years to make your charter experience seamless. Take advantage of over 50 years of combined travel experience at no cost to you!
InquireYacht Availability & Rates
- Available
- Booked
- Hold/Option
- Unavailable
| Season | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax | 8 Pax | 9 Pax | 10 Pax | 11 Pax | 12 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Rates & Notes | |||||||||||
| Winter 2026 to 2027 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 | $24,500 | $25,000 | ||||||
| Summer 2027 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 | $24,500 | $25,000 | ||||||
| Winter 2027 to 2028 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 | $24,500 | $25,000 |
Cruising Area
• Virgin Islands (USVI & BVI)
Base Port
• Tortola, BVI
• Inquire for additional pick-up/drop-off available in Tortola, BVI
• USVI ports available on request (Contact us for details)
Yacht Status & Operations
• Based in Tortola, BVI
• BVI pick-up/drop-off preferred
• USVI pick-ups/drop-offs accepted with advance approval
Customs Fees & Cruising Permits
• Included
Rates & Terms
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
Onboard Yoga
Chef Lexy is a certified yoga instructor with over 600 hours of training.
• 1 session per day available, subject to sailing itinerary and weather
• $150 per session, paid directly to the instructor
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 2026 / 2027 Season
Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights and a 48 turn is required.
Christmas Week
• $28,000 | 2–6 guests
• Must end on or before December 26
New Year’s Week
• $30,000 | 2–6 guests
• May not start prior to December 27
Seasonal Relocation Options:
St. Martin – St. Barth’s – Anguilla: Available February 1 to July 1, 2025
• $1,000 per way relocation fee applies
St. Vincent & The Grenadines: Available July 1 to August 15, 2025
• One optional relocation charter from SXM to SVG available for charters booked in VI, SXM, and SVG
Important Notes
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract
• Please inquire for BVI port availability due to annual limit