Permabear
Specifications
| Type | Catamaran |
|---|---|
| Length | 54' / 16m |
| Beam | 29' / 9m |
| Draft | 5' / 2m |
| Builder | Bali Catamarans |
| Built | 2023 |
| Speed | 8 Knots Cruising / 9 Knots Max |
Accommodations
PERMABEAR is a 2023 Bali sailing catamaran designed for larger groups who appreciate bright interiors, easy flow, and ocean views at every turn. Her teak-floored cockpit features dining for 10 and a plush lounge bench, creating an inviting setting for long meals and unhurried afternoons at anchor. Above, the expansive flybridge offers panoramic 360° views, close-up sail watching, cool breezes, and a favorite perch for sundowners.
Accommodating up to 10 guests, PERMABEAR offers 3 queen cabins and 2 twin cabins, each with a private ensuite. Inside, wraparound windows fill the airy, modern salon with natural light, while multiple social spaces throughout the yacht make it easy for everyone to gather together or spread out comfortably. Spacious, sunlit, and made for shared adventures, PERMABEAR is the kind of charter guests will talk about long after the week is over.
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Ice Maker
- Water Maker
- Internet Access
- Satellite TV
- Generator
- Power Inverter
- Sun Awning
- Hammock
- Deck Shower
- Bimini
- BBQ
- VCR/DVD
- Salon Stereo
- CDs
Additional Amenities
10 Person Dinghy With 50 HP
1 Subwing
4 Stand Up Paddle Boards
1 Wakeboard
Big Mable Seated Towable
Floating Mats
Floating Ring With Net
Large Inflatables
Floats
Snorkel Gear
Fishing Gear
Beach Games
Additional Entertainment
ELECTRONICS
• Raymarine Electronics Pack, including:
• P70S Autopilot
• AXIOM 7” GPS Plotter
• I70S Multifunction Display
• Raymarine VHF RAY63 + Remote RAY Mic at steering station
• AIS Receiver/Transmitter
• 12” Full Touchscreen at steering station
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 (15', 50hp, 10 Pax)
- Scuba Onboard (Request Details)
- Stand-Up Paddle Board (4)
- Tube
- Wake Board
- Snorkel Gear
- Float Mats
- Swim Platform (Scoop Steps)
- Boarding Ladder
- Beach Games
- Fishing Permit
- Underwater Camera
- Underwater Video
Crew
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Captain | Ed Irwin |
| Nationality | Canadian/American |
| Languages Spoken | English |
Captain Ed Irwin, Chef Erin Irwin, and Third Mate Gus bring a warm, adventurous, and deeply personal approach to every charter. Ed and Erin have lived aboard and sailed together since 2018, logging approximately 30,000 nautical miles across the Great Lakes, Atlantic, Mediterranean, Caribbean, and beyond. Their extensive cruising background, thoughtful hospitality, and shared love of nature shape a charter experience that feels safe, relaxed, and carefully tailored to each guest.
With Ed’s calm seamanship, Erin’s wholesome cuisine and eye for meaningful details, and Gus’s gentle companionship, guests are welcomed into an atmosphere designed for connection, discovery, and lasting memories.
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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 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | $35,500 | $36,000 | $36,500 | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 | ||
| Summer 2027 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | $35,500 | $36,000 | $36,500 | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 | ||
| Winter 2027 to 2028 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | $35,500 | $36,000 | $36,500 | $37,000 | $37,500 | $38,000 |
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
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 2025 / 2026 Season
Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights
Christmas Week
• $42,000 | 2–10 guests
• Must end on or before December 26
New Year’s Week
• $46,000 | 2–10 guests
• May not start prior to December 27
Important Notes
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract