Philotimo is a beautiful Lagoon 63 power catamaran chartering in the British Virgin Islands. Philotimo has an abundance of space both inside and out, giving 6 guests the freedom to relax in a variety of different social areas. Philotimo boasts luxurious design, superior cruising performance and she is equipped with all the comforts you could need onboard which makes Philotimo the perfect charter option!
Philotimo can accommodate up to 6 guests in 3 cabins; 1 master queen suite and 2 queen cabins, all cabins offer ensuite facilities.
Pref. Pick-up : West End Other Pick-up : Nanny Cay
Location Details: Available in Grenadines - September to October 2023
Available in BVI ONLY - November 2023 to August 2024
Summer Base Port: BVI - Grenadines / Windward
Summer Operating Area: Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Winter Base Port: BVI
Winter Operating Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
All rates are for the entire boat and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation
Charter Fee does not include a customary gratuity in the amount of 15-20% of the total charter fee payable to a deserving Captain and Crew upon the completion of a successful charter.
All guests over 18 yrs wishing to fish in BVI must purchase a BVI license prior to boarding ask us for information.
Marina dockage if applicable upon the request of the charter guests is not included.
Fine wines champagnes and top shelf liquors are not included and can be purchased upon request of the charter guests at their expense.
Hurricane Season is from 1st June to end of November and it is imperative that all guests purchase trip insurance. Yacht's are not responsible for clients shore side expenses if charter cancelled for a named storm (this includes meals hotels transportation as well as air transport) Most yachts will allow client to rebook unused dates within 6 months of cancellation (excluding holidays).
| 2 pax | 3 pax | 4 pax | 5 pax | 6 pax |
| S 2023 | 37,000 | 37,000 | 37,000 | 37,500 | 38,000 |
| W 2023/24 | 37,000 | 37,000 | 37,000 | 37,500 | 38,000 |
| S 2024 | 37,000 | 37,000 | 37,000 | 37,500 | 38,000 |
All inclusive rates are based on a 7 night charter (1 week) with food, beverages and standard bar, cruising permits and licenses are paid by boat. Taxes, relocation fees may be extra, see below for Charter Information
Charter Fee does not include a customary gratuity in the amount of 15-20% of the total charter fee payable to a deserving Captain and Crew upon the completion of a successful charter.
Based in BVI for pick ups and drop offs
SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client’s expense. Includes; boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning and early start.
HALF-BOARD OPTION: $100 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client’s expense.
LOCAL FARE OPTION: $75 discount per person
Includes; 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client’s expense.
CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
$100 discount per child.
CHRISTMAS: Up to 6 guests for $42,000 – Must end no later than Dec 26th.
NEW YEARS: Up to 6 guests for $43,700 – Must begin no sooner than Dec 27th.
Philotimo has a crew of 2, Captain: Gavin Van Der Berg is from S. Africa and Chef/First Mate: Marie Perez is Italian
Captain Gavin
Having been around boats since the age of five, Gavin’s parents were in the process of refitting a boat for a circumnavigation. Due to a tragic accident which lead to the loss of his father, this dream had to be put on hold.
The boating world became his natural choice of career, where he went on to acquire the qualifications to become a certified sailing instructor. Gavin inherited the dream and his ultimate goal is to one day sail around the world. Free diving is his greatest passion with hobbies including surfing, fishing and most water sports under the sun. Gavin has been a charter captain in the British Virgin Islands for the past 8 years and knows the waters better than most. Gavin holds an RYA/MCA Yacht Master Ocean Qualification, a BVI Boatmaster and a SAMSA Yacht Master Commercial.
Some of his current sailing accomplishments are, across the North and South Atlantic, circumnavigated the Baltic Sea, eight seasons in the Caribbean, two seasons in the United Kingdom and France, up the East Coast of Africa, Durban to Kenya as well as stops in Madagascar and not to mention a surf/sail trip in Indonesia.
Gavin has recently returned to chartering in the BVI after living and sailing aboard his own vessel with his wife and two young girls around the Caribbean.
Gavin is looking forward to welcoming you onboard M/Y Philotimo and showing you the vacation of a lifetime!
Chef Marie
Marie was born in the Dominican Republic. In her teenage years she moved to Italy where she studied languages. She worked as interpreter/translator along with Web Marketing. Marie also loved cooking part time in restaurants, where she found herself in tune with her soul and real nature.
In 2010 she totally revolutionized her life by changing profession and started cooking on yachts in the US and British Virgin Islands. Now she is a professional Chef, graduated with Merit from the Ashburton Chefs Academy in Devon, England.
Marie is a superstar in the galley specializing in tasty Italian, European, North America, and Spanish Caribbean cuisine with a flair for unique presentation and gracious service. She gives her best when inspiration launches her at new “Marie’s Creations”, which are very original, tasty dishes, result of a passionate research into new ways to satisfy the most refine palates.
Marie has a passion for client service detail and loves to deliver those special touches that bring smiles to all her guests. You will be asking for her amazing recipes when you reluctantly leave Marie's kitchen. She speaks English, Italian, Spanish and French but is best versed in the language of excellent service and tasty fun.
Marie
