Luxury sailing yacht L HIPPOCAMPE

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Luxury sailing yacht L HIPPOCAMPE, built in 2008 is anchored in the W. Med -Naples/Sicily, W. Med -Riviera/Cors/Sard.. It has 4 cabins, can accommodate 8 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 W. Med -Naples/Sicily, W. Med -Riviera/Cors/Sard., W. Med - Spain/Balearics

Winter Cruising Areas Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Bahamas, Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (US), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)

Marina Spain, SOF and Italy

W Base Port St Maarten, Caribbean

Prefered Pickup Spain, SOF and Italy Spain, SOF and Italy

Boat Type Luxury sailing yacht

Flag Malta

Shipyard Nautor Swan

Boat name L HIPPOCAMPE

Year 2008

Refit 2024

Length 30.00 m (100.00 Ft)

Width 23.3 m

Draft 13.4 m

Engine ⁠2x 26kw Northern Light Generators

Crusing speed 9KN

Max speed 16KN

Boat ID 9293

Cabins 4

Queen(s) 2

Twin(s) 1

Showers 4

Wash Basins 4

Electric Heads 4

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ELLA HOLMES

Captain

Nation: New Zealand
Speaking Languages: English, Latvian

Ella Holmes, Captain

Nationality: New Zealand
Language: English

Ella joined L'Hippocampe at the start of the 2024 Caribbean season. Since then, she has carefully assembled a young and skilled crew, each member handpicked to provide guests with a high-end, bespoke experience.

Reliable, calm, and possessing strong sailing abilities, Ella has proven her expertise with an impressive track record in various regattas. Having grown up sailing, she has developed a deep passion for the sea and water sports, including kitesurfing and freediving.

With a background as a certified swim instructor, having taught hundreds of children to swim, Ella is equipped with exceptional water safety skills. Her expertise is especially valuable when catering to families with young children, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience in the water.

Her calm demeanor, combined with her love for adventure, ensures that every charter aboard L'Hippocampe is safe, enjoyable, and truly unforgettable.

Tilo Thevenard, Engineer

Nationality: New Zealand
Language: English

Tilo Thevenard is a highly skilled and versatile yacht engineer with a strong sailing and water sports background. His expertise extends far beyond the yacht’s technical systems, encompassing the meticulous preparation and maintenance of water sports equipment such as tenders, foils, diving gear, and kitesurfing rigs.

Tilo ensures guests can enjoy seamless, worry-free water sports experiences. His commitment to safety and performance means that all equipment is in peak condition, ready for adventure at a moment's notice, making every water-based activity aboard truly unforgettable.

In his free time you will find Tilo sailing, freediving, kitesurfing, and surfing.

Anna Krastina, Stewardess/ Sommelier

Nationality: Latvia
Languages: English and Latvian

Anna is a highly experienced and detail-oriented sommelier with a robust background in fine dining and hospitality. With a passion for delivering impeccable service, Anna excels in creating memorable guest experiences, particularly in wine pairing and premium wine service.

Her extensive training in both the UK and New Zealand, combined with her hands-on experience in Michelin-starred environments, makes her an exceptional asset as a stew/sommelier on luxury yacht charters.

Jordan Cummings, Chef

Nationality: United Kingdom
Languages: English

Jordan is an experienced and highly skilled chef with a prestigious background in Michelin-starred restaurants and high-end culinary establishments.

With over a decade of culinary expertise, Jordan has honed his skills across multiple continents, including the UK, France, New Zealand, and Saudi Arabia.

His formal training at renowned institutions like The Ritz London and extensive experience in fine dining and bespoke menu creation make him an exceptional asset to the yacht for guests who seek premium culinary experiences.

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Day 1

BREAKFAST

Fresh local seasonal fruit platter yoghurts and homemade granola fresh daily juices and smoothies
a selection of home baked or local breads and pastries

Cooked breakfasts as requested

LUNCH

Charred Red Mullet, burnt tomato, marjoram & anchovy dressing

Sicilian fregola & wild herbs Crunchy avocado salad

DINNER

Local market fish crudo, candied orange, white balsamic

Barbequed lamb loin, stuffed courgette, basil and black olive jus

Roast pistachio, orange and cardamom tart, pistachio ice cream

Day 2

BREAKFAST

Fresh local seasonal fruit platter yoghurts and homemade granola fresh daily juices and smoothies
a selection of home baked or local breads and pastries

Cooked breakfasts as requested

LUNCH

Blistered Porchetta, braised white beans

wild green salad, balsamic vinaigrette

fresh baked garlic foccacia

DINNER

beef carpaccio, grana padano, balsamic emulsion

grilled swordfish loin, confit leek, green peppercorn jus

Sicilian bergamot tart, Italian meringue,

Day 3

BREAKFAST

Fresh local seasonal fruit platter yoghurts and homemade granola fresh daily juices and smoothies
a selection of home baked or local breads and pastries

Cooked breakfasts as requested

LUNCH

baked hake, caponata, pickled courgette

blistered red pepper, salted almond, anchovy dressing

crisp baby gem and yoghurt salad

DINNER

picked king crab, toasted brioche, langoustine bisque

roast duck breast, braised fennel, timut pepper, salardaise potato

vanilla burnt cream, almond sable, wild cherries

Day 4

BREAKFAST

Fresh local seasonal fruit platter yoghurts and homemade granola fresh daily juices and smoothies
a selection of home baked or local breads and pastries

Cooked breakfasts as requested

LUNCH

Butterflied mackerel, horseradish tabouleh

salt baked beetroot, blood orang & walnut salad

green cucumber salsa

DINNER

san marzano tartlet, buffalo milk burrata

beef fillet, sauce bearnaise, potato dauphinoise

crepe suzette, grand marnier fresh orange

Day 5

BREAKFAST

Fresh local seasonal fruit platter yoghurts and homemade granola fresh daily juices and smoothies
a selection of home baked or local breads and pastries

Cooked breakfasts as requested

LUNCH

braised whole lamb shoulder charred calcots, romesco sauce

san marzano tomato, pickled shallot, white balsamic

DINNER

Parmesan parfait, pickled shimeji mushroom, cobnut

fillet of hake, braised fennel, crab bisque

dark chocolate & praline tart, hazelnut ice cream

Day 6

BREAKFAST

Fresh local seasonal fruit platter yoghurts and homemade granola fresh daily juices and smoothies
a selection of home baked or local breads and pastries

Cooked breakfasts as requested

LUNCH

baked baby turbot, brown butter, sea vegetables

prosciutto & remoulade Wild green salad

DINNER

Blue fin tuna tartare, crushed avocado, sesame

stuffed saddle of lamb, foie gras, chanterelle mushroom, broad beans

macerated summer strawberries, coconut, st germain

Day 7

BREAKFAST

Fresh local seasonal fruit platter yoghurts and homemade granola fresh daily juices and smoothies
a selection of home baked or local breads and pastries

Cooked breakfasts as requested

LUNCH

pistachio & mascarpone spanakopita

avocado & pine nut salad Panisse, red pepper aioli

DINNER

picked king crab, melon and white radish terrine, green apple

roast monkfish loin, white asparagus, green olive sauce

Tropical choux bun, coconut cream, compressed pineapple

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Location Details: L´HIPPOCAMPE is available throughout the West Mediterranean and charters in Spain, SOF and Italy during the summer season. During the winter season, L´HIPPOCAMPE is available in the Caribbean and Bahamas.

Accommodation: L ́ Hippocampe can accommodate up to 8 people in 4 cabins on board. Her interior features a master suite, a VIP cabin, a double cabin and a convertible twin cabin, all with ensuite bathrooms.

Other Entertainment: All cabins have a TV‘s with Apple TV.

A projector outside for movie nights.

Bimini + shade tent at anchor.

Starlink.

Other Toys: • Wakeboard’s

• Snorkeling equipment

• Fishing equipment

• Diving Equipment

• Williams’s 415 Diesel Jet Tender ⁠

• SUP

• E-Foil

• Kite Surf

Dive Info: Diving Equipment on board

Generator: ⁠2x 26kw Northern Light Gen

Bimini: Yes

Dinghy: Yes

Dinghy HP: ⁠⁠Williams’s 415 Diesel

Helipad: No

Jacuzzi: No

Gym: No

Stabilizers: No

Elevators: No

Wheel Chair Access: No

AC: Full

AC Night: No

Salon Stereo: Yes

Sat TV: Yes

Special Diets: Yes

Kosher: Inq

Gay Charters: Inq

Nude Charters: Inq

Adult Water Skis: Yes

Stand Up Paddle: Yes

Gear Snorkel: Yes

Wake Board: Yes

Sea Bob: No

Sea Scooter: No

Fishing Gear: Yes

Swim Platform: Yes

Scuba Onboard: Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only

Compressor: Not Onboard

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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