Whiskey Sunset
BEST IN SHOW-VIPCA 2025!
Whiskey Sunset will accommodate 8 charter guests in 3 spacious queen cabins and 1 sprawling master cabin for those who desire more space. She is a 2025 sailing catamaran offering a 60hp dingy, hydraulic lift, hard top, SeaDek, solar panels, air conditioning, water maker, ice maker, full sized refrigerator, a fully customizable menu, ecofriendly and reef safe toiletries, a well-stocked ship's bar, and a coffee/espresso machine.
Also, guests can enjoy snorkeling, and the many cool water toys like the underwater scooters, subwing, kneeboard, 2 stand up paddle boards, wakeboard, water ski tubes, 10 ft. floating dock, and fishing gear. You'll also find board and card games, a salon television, and a Fusion 3 Bluetooth-enabled sound system.
Specifications
| Type | Catamaran |
|---|---|
| Length | 55' / 17m |
| Beam | 29' / 9m |
| Draft | 5' / 2m |
| Builder | Bali Catamarans |
| Built | 2025 |
| Speed | 8 Knots Cruising / 15 Knots Max |
Accommodations
- An expansive primary cabin with dual entrances to the saloon and one to the aft deck, jump straight into the Ocean from there!
- 3 additional spacious Queen cabins.
- All cabins are en-suite. (3 with separate showers & 1 wet-head).
- All cabins have full A/C and each room's temperature is individually controlled.
- Crew occupies starboard mid-ship cabin
Lounge Areas:
- Top desk fly-bridge with lounging and seating with a 360 degree view.
- Forward cockpit and lounge and dining area
- Aft cockpit with seating and dining accommodations
- Main deck has a bright and airy main salon (fully air-conditioned) as the galley direct access to the forward cockpit lounge area.
BERTH SIZES:
All queen berths are 5'w X 6'6"L
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Ice Maker
- Water Maker
- Communication (<p>Starlink wifi onboard</p>)
- Generator
- Power Inverter
- Deck Shower
- Bimini
- BBQ
- Hair Dryer
- VCR/DVD
- Salon Stereo
- Board Games
Additional Amenities
- 3x Sea Scooters
- 10 ft. Round Water Hammock
- 2x Stand-Up Paddle Boards
- ZUP board
- Wakeboard
- 3x Bean Bag Chairs
- Pool Noodles / Floaties
- Snorkel Gear
- Fishing Gear
- Hydraulic Swim Platform
- Rendezvous diving
Additional Entertainment
- Fusion 3 Zone Bluetooth Enabled Sound System
- Television in the Salon
- Starlink wifi on board
- Coffee / Espresso Machine
- Reusable Yeti Tumblers for Guest Use
- Bar stocked to guest preferences
- Caribbean made eco-friendly and reef safe toiletries
- Board and card games
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 Yes
- Scuba Onboard (Request Details)
- Stand-Up Paddle Board (2)
- Tube
- Wake Board
- SeaScooter
- Snorkel Gear
- Float Mats
- Swim Platform (Yes, hydraulic)
- Beach Games
- Fishing Gear (2)
Crew
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Captain | Harry Van Vliet |
| Nationality | Australia |
| Languages Spoken | English |
Meet Captain Harry and Chef Kristen, an adventurous couple who met on a bus while traveling through Morocco and have been exploring the world together ever since, whether on land or at sea. As seasoned sailors working in the BVIs, they love sharing their favorite secluded bays as well as the hotspots around the Caribbean. Together, they take pride in showing guests the BVI through their own eyes, from snorkeling and diving to sharing their love and knowledge of the ocean along the way.
CAPTAIN HARRY
Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, Harry has always been drawn to the water. He began sailing at just six years old, racing Sabots and Flying 11 dinghies before progressing to larger yachts as a bowman. With years of professional experience in the industry, Harry has turned a lifelong passion into a rewarding career. After earning a degree in commerce, Harry quickly realized the corporate world wasn't for him. Instead, he chose to follow his love for the ocean, skippering yachts along Australia's east coast, working aboard charter superyachts, and completing sailing passages across the globe. A passionate ocean lover, Harry has been a certified SCUBA diver since age 17 and an instructor for over five years. He enjoys taking guests to vibrant reef systems and historic wrecks, sharing the unique marine life and stories of each cruising area.
Qualifications
- RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Sail & Motor - Commercially Endorsed
- STCW 95+10
- ENG 1
- RYA VHF Short Range
- RYA Powerboat Level 2di/SSI
- SAMSA Skipper Category C 2014
- PADI Open Water SCUBA Instructor
- PADI Instructor Specialties: NITROX, Deep 40, wreck, equipment specialist, night, sidemount, photography
- Technical Divers International TECH 45 &
- Advanced NITROX Diver
CHEF KRISTEN
Born and raised in Maryland, Kristen developed her love for the ocean, sailing with her family on the Chesapeake Bay. Formerly a software engineer, she left the corporate world behind to cook in eco-lodges and wellness retreats in Colombia and Costa Rica, where she fell in love with the rhythm of cooking with the seasons and sourcing from local farms. Her childhood passion for sailing eventually led her from land to a life at sea after meeting Harry, and she's since found her niche cooking nourishing meals for others aboard a boat. Kristen loves incorporating fresh, local ingredients to curate health-conscious meals that fuel both the body and the soul. She gets excited introducing guests to new and exotic Caribbean fruits and vegetables, sharing food experiences that bring people together at the dining table and turning every meal into an adventure!
Qualifications:
- Ashburton Chef's Academy - Yacht Chef Course
- Food Hygiene Level 2
- PADI Rescue SCUBA Diver
- STCW95 + 10
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 to 2027 | $32,000 | $32,500 | $33,000 | $33,500 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 | ||||
| Summer 2027 | $32,000 | $32,500 | $33,000 | $33,500 | $34,000 | $34,500 | $35,000 |
Charter Details
- Guest Maximum: 8 pax. 4 air-conditioned Queen cabins.
- Turnaround: 48 hours (24 hours upon request)
- Embark/Disembark: 12:00 PM / 12:00 PM
- Minimum Charter Duration: 4 nights
- 6 Night Rate: (Weekly rate ÷ 7) × 6 | 5 Night Rate: (Weekly rate ÷ 6) × number of nights
Sleep Aboard
The yacht does not offer sleepaboards.
Half Board & Local Fare
- Half Board: -$100 per person (7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners). Remaining meals ashore at charterer's expense.
- Local Fare: -$75 per person (7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners). Remaining meals ashore at charterer's expense.
Discounts
Pro-rated for charters under 7 nights.
Children under 12: -$100 per child
Holiday Rates (2026)
- Christmas: 7-night minimum | $38,500 (2-8 guests) | Must end by Dec. 27
- New Year's: 7-night minimum | $42,000 (2-8 guests) | Must start Dec. 27 or later
All-Inclusive Rate Includes
Three Meals per day & beverages including alcohol | Fuel | Mooring fees | Crew Services | Yacht & passenger liability insurance | Air-conditioned cabins with en-suite baths | Linens - bedding, bath towels & beach towels | Daily tidying of cabins and bathrooms, trash removed | Daily tidying of yacht common areas
Not Included
Special provisioning requests | Travel, cancellation & private insurance | Airport transfers | Personal expenses | Premium or excessive alcohol requests
Additional Information
- Winter Season rates begin November 1.
- Suggested crew gratuity: 15-20% of the charter rate not included.
- Whiskey Sunset is fully permitted to sail BVI waters
- BVI Cruising Permits and Taxes included in the charter fee
- Diving: Rendesvouz diving available