Luxury catamaran TURQUOISE TURTLE

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Luxury catamaran TURQUOISE TURTLE, built in 2001 is anchored in the Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI). It has 3 cabins, can accommodate 6 people.

Crewed Yacht Charter

A bordo di questa imbarcazione lo skipper è obbligatorio ed è responsabile della navigazione, della sicurezza e della conduzione dell'imbarcazione.

Summer Cruising Areas Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)

Winter Cruising Areas Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)

Marina BVI

W Base Port BVI Based

Prefered Pickup Nanny Cay, Tortola Inquire

Boat Type Luxury catamaran

Flag BVI

Shipyard VOYAGE yacht

Boat name TURQUOISE TURTLE

Year 2001

Refit December 2017

Length 15.00 m (50.00 Ft)

Width 27 m

Draft 4 m

Engine Northern Lights 6 kva, brand new engines and sail drives 2015

Crusing speed 6

Max speed 8

Boat ID 4491

Cabins 3

Queen(s) 3

Showers 4

Wash Basins 4

Electric Heads 4

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GENERAL NOTES:
7 Nights only Please
Please inquire with crew for anything less

Yacht is BVI based, BVI taxes and fees are included in the rate.

HALF-BOARD:
Discount of $150 per person. Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Other meals ashore at client expense.
LOCAL FARE:
Discount of $75 per person. Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense.

CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS: 7 night minimum.
CHRISTMAS 2025: 1-6 guests @ $21,250 - must end by the 26th of December
NEW YEARS 25/26: 1-6 guests @ $22,500 -charter may not start prior to 12/28

HURRICANE SEASON: Please press client to purchase trip insurance. Please add hurricane clause as well to your contract. Yacht will allow client to rebook unused dates within 6 months of cancellation (excluding holidays). Yacht not responsible for clients shore side expenses if charter cancelled for named storm (this includes meals, hotels, transportation as well as air transport).

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Andre Stroebel

Captain

Born in: 1961
Nation: South African
Sailed Years: 5
Years in charter: 3
Speaking Languages: English and Afrikaans

Alison Stroebel

Chef

Born in: 1961
Nation: South African
Sailed Years: 5
Years in charter: 3

André and Alison Stroebel are from South Africa and have been married for 37 years. They love the sea and are either on it, in it or under it. They started sailing together even before they were married and raced Hobie Cats as a hobby. Soon they started sailing larger catamarans off the unpredictable east and west coasts of South Africa. In 2011 they left South Africa on the Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro Yacht Race on their catamaran Rat Catcher, crossing the Atlantic and ending second in their class. Since then they have been cruising in the Caribbean and are excited to share their experiences with you. They are both qualified PADI and SSI Open Water Scuba Instructors.

André started his career as a helicopter pilot in the South African Air Force and after 25 years service started flying commercially doing offshore flights to the oil rigs off the Canadian east coast in Newfoundland. He has over 7000 flight hours. He also has over 35 000 sea miles accumulated off the South African coast, Atlantic crossing and sailing the Caribbean and east coast of Florida. He has a South African Sailing Yacht Master Offshore certificate with a Master of Yachts, 200T Commercial license, STCW and First Aid.

Alison started sailing on Optimists in Zimbabwe and then crewed for her Dad on a Flying Dutchman. She knew she had found her true love when she discovered André also loved the sea and sailing. From when they first met they had a shared dream of sailing the world. Alison is a Registered Nurse and specialized in Neonatal premature babies and then in the Operating Room. She is qualified in Basic life Support, CPR and First Aid. She has her offshore Captains license and has over 30 000 sea miles having sailed the South African coast, crossed the Atlantic and sailed extensively in the Caribbean, Bahamas and the Florida coast. She loves being on, in or under the water and especially enjoys sharing her love of snorkeling and diving with new adventurers pointing out the amazing critters under water. Alison has a special affinity to children her best reference is the fact the little ones invariably climb in her lap and go to sleep. With their traveling Alison has incorporated a touch of different cultures in her menu. She loves creating dishes with a strong South African and African traditional food influence with a touch of Mediterranean. In true African tradition you won't go hungry at this table.

If you are interested in learning to sail a Catamaran André is always keen to show you the “ropes” and give you some sailing instruction.

With André and Alison’s experience of the islands, love for the sea and South African hospitality, they are ready to make your Caribbean charter dream come true.

****WE LOVE BABIES, BABIES WELCOME****

***CREW HAS BEEN FULLY VACCINATED FOR COVID-19***

***BVI GOLD SEAL COVID COMPLIANT YACHT***

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BREAKFAST

A fresh fruit platter, Fruit Juice, Tea and Coffee are served with breakfast every day.

Pancakes with maple syrup and bacon.

Egg, Bacon, Sausages, Mushrooms and Tomato with toast

Blueberry, Cream cheese stuffed French Toast

Breakfast Banana Split

Avocado toast topped with egg.

Salmon and Ham platter with Bagels and cheese selection

LUNCH

Lunch is served with your choice of soft drink, iced tea, beer or your favorite cocktail.

Crustless Spinach Quiche with seasonal salad.

Salmon Burgers with green salad and nachos

Chili Lime Chicken Salad with fresh baked bread

Savory Cheese Muffins with fresh sliced tomato and ham

Fish tacos with Avocado Lime sauce.

DINNER

Your choice of Wine, Beer or your favorite Cocktail to accompany your dinner.

South African Bobotie (Beef Bake) on savory yellow rice with traditional samble’s.

Garlic Shrimp with Peas and Linguine

Grilled NY Strip Steak, Potatoes au Gratin with Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Coconut crusted Mahi Mahi and Lime Cous-Cous and sautéd Asparagus

Grilled Salmon, Rosemary baked baby potatoes sauté vegetables

Brazilian Moqueca de Peixa (Seafood Stew) with basmati rice

DESSERTS

Poached Pears in Red wine

Chocolate Rum cake topped with fresh rum cream

Baked Bananas Caribbean

Lemon Posset

Mango and Mascarpone Pound Cake Stacks.

Berry Chia dessert with fruit.

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Location Details: Yacht is BVI based

Accommodation: Listing pricing is for 3 ensuite queen cabins each with private bath with electric toilet and shower.

BERTH MEASUREMENTS:

All berths are 82" long by 60 wide.

****BABY FRIENDLY BOAT, WE LOVE BABIES***

Other Entertainment: Bluetooth stereo system with speakers in Saloon, Cockpit and Mast

Bluetooth Radio/Music player in each cabin

Reef Safe Shower Gel, Shampoo, Conditioner available

Oxygen Tank, Blood Pressure Monitor and Offshore First Aid kit available.

Hair Dryer

Varios Games

Other Toys: Inflatable water toys

Floating tube

Noodles

Snorkel gear

3 bean bag loungers

Two inflatable deck chairs

6 sun beds on Trampoline for relaxing in the sun or sleeping under the stars

14ft Console Dingy with 50hp outboard. Rated for 8 pax

Knee Board

Towable Tube

2x Stand Up Paddle Boards

Fishing Available (with permits)

Communicate: On-board WiFi.

Dive Info: Both crew are PADI & SSI Dive Instructors

Emergency Oxygen is aboard the vessel.

⁂Full Course : Available (Although we suggest pool sessions are completed before charter.)

⁂Number of divers 4

⁂Night Dives: On request

⁂Guests are to supply their own dive gear or rent gear from a dive shop. Yacht will supply 8 tanks. Additional tanks are not included and would be rented by the guest if required. If divers are sure of sizes, the boat will assist in fetching and returning dive gear.

⁂Boat will supply guests with information regarding the preferred Dive Shop for scuba rental equipment on request.

⁂Please contact yacht for prices other courses offered.

Dive Costs: Diving is $50 per dive per diver

Resort Course: Available $150 per diver

Refresher Course: $150 per diver

Open Water referral: $350 per diver (PADI or SSI only)

Boat will supply 8 tanks.

Client pays for air fills.

Max 1 dive per day with no more than 5 dives per week unless previously discussed with and agreed to by the Captain

Generator: Northern Lights

Inverter: Yes

Water Maker: Yes

Ice Maker: No

Bimini: Yes

Dinghy: 14'

Dinghy Pax: 8

Dinghy HP: 50

Helipad: No

Jacuzzi: No

Gym: No

Stabilizers: No

Elevators: No

Wheel Chair Access: No

AC: Full

AC Night: Yes

AC SurCharge: None

Internet: Onboard WIFI

Salon Stereo: Yes

Sat TV: No

Ipod: Yes

Board Games: Yes

Deck Shower: Yes

Special Diets: Yes

Kosher: No

BBQ: Yes

Gay Charters: Yes

Nude Charters: Yes

Hair Dryer: Yes

Guest Smoke: sugar scoops only

Guest Pet: No

Children Allowed: Yes

Min Child Age: Water safe

Adult Water Skis: No

Kids Water Skis: No

Jet Skis: No

Wave Run: No

Knee Board: Yes

Stand Up Paddle: Yes

Wind Surf: No

Gear Snorkel: Yes

Tube: Yes

Scurfer: No

Wake Board: No

1 Man Kayak: No

2 Man Kayak: No

Sea Bob: No

Sea Scooter: No

Fish Permit: Fishing available

Fishing Gear: Yes

Fishing Gear Type: trolling

Num Fish Rods: 3

Float Mats: No

Swim Platform: Yes

Boarding Ladder: 3 - 2 on sugar scoop, 1 on bow

Dinghy Sailing: No

Scuba Onboard: Onboard

Games Beach: Yes

Under Water Cam: Yes

Under Water Video: Yes

Green Make Water: Yes

Green Reuse Bottle: Yes

Green Other: Eco friendly products, local and organic produce when available. Solar Panels.

Resort Course: 150 per diver

Full Course: Available - Inquire

Compressor: Onboard

Num Dive Tanks: 8

Num Weights: 3

Num Divers: 4

Num Dives: 5

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Questions & Answers

How does the charter contract work?

The contract is signed directly between the Owner and the Charterer, with the support of the broker. It is usually based on the international MYBA contract model, designed to ensure clear and balanced protection for both parties.
There is also the figure of the Stakeholder, responsible for safely holding the funds until the end of the charter.

What is included in the charter fee?

The base rate includes the rental of the yacht, the use of all onboard equipment, the presence of the crew, and the related insurance coverage.
Operational expenses such as fuel, provisioning, marina fees, beverages, and additional activities are not included and are managed through the APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance).

The exact list of what is included or excluded will be confirmed when selecting the yacht.

What is the APA and how does it work?

The APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) is an advance fund, usually equal to 25–35% of the charter fee, allocated to cover operational expenses such as fuel, provisioning, marina fees, paid activities, beverages, and the guests’ personalized requests.

At the end of the cruise, the Captain provides a detailed breakdown of all expenditures. Any unused amount is refunded to the client, while any overages are settled directly upon closing the charter.

What are the payment terms?

Upon signing the contract, a payment of 50% of the total amount is required.
The balance — including APA, taxes, and any additional charges — is typically due around five weeks before embarkation (depending on the owner).
Payments are made via bank transfer, which is the standard method in the luxury charter industry.

Can I cancel a booking?

Yes, cancellations are possible, but the contractual terms apply.
In general, if the client decides to withdraw, the Owner retains the deposits already paid.

If the yacht is rebooked for the same period, the Owner refunds the amount recovered, minus the applicable commissions.

Every cancellation request is handled with full transparency.
Further details on the applicable policies are available upon direct request.

How can I choose the yacht that best suits my needs?

The choice depends primarily on the type of experience you wish to enjoy:

Motor yacht for maximum comfort, excellent stability, and fast transfers.
Sailing yacht for an authentic, quiet experience rooted in traditional navigation.
Catamaran for generous spaces, superior stability, and enhanced privacy.

BeBlue evaluates the destination, number of guests, personal preferences, and budget to select the most suitable option for you.

How far in advance should I book?

For peak season (Mediterranean: June–September; Caribbean: December–April), it is advisable to book several months in advance to secure the best available options.
We can also handle last-minute requests, depending on availability and licensing requirements.

Is it possible to personalise menus, preferences, and activities?

Absolutely. Before departure, you will receive a Preference Sheet where you can indicate your tastes, dietary needs, allergies, beverage preferences, and the activities you wish to enjoy.
The Chef and the Captain will use this information to create a fully customised experience for you.

How many guests can be accommodated on board?

Most yachts can host 6 to 12 guests, depending on their interior layout.
Some superyachts over 80 metres, compliant with international certifications, can accommodate up to 36 guests.

Will I have Internet access during the charter?

Most yachts offer Wi-Fi on board, provided through mobile networks or satellite systems. The quality and speed of the connection may vary depending on the cruising area and the technology installed.

Is tipping the crew expected?

Tipping is not mandatory, but it is a well-established custom to show appreciation for the crew’s service.
International guidelines suggest an amount equal to 10–15% of the base charter fee as a reference.

Why rely on BeBlue?

BeBlue specialises in yacht vacations and, as fully licensed maritime brokers and tour operators, guarantees:

access to the entire global fleet
full transparency on costs
contractual and logistical support
personalised management of preferences and unexpected situations
high standards of safety and protection

It is the simplest, safest, and most efficient way to enjoy a top-level charter experience.

Can I request dedicated assistance for my charter?

Every charter is unique. To receive a tailored selection of yachts, a clear quotation, and personalised support in planning your trip, we invite you to contact us directly.
Our team will guide you with care through every stage of the experience.

Note: The information provided is for informational purposes only and should be confirmed before booking by a BeBlue agent.

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