<h2>SAPPHIRE SEA</h2><p><strong>Leopard 53’ Luxury Power Catamaran</strong><br><strong>Luxury Day Charters and Select Short-Term Overnight Charters</strong><br><strong>Home Port:</strong> Yacht Haven Marina, Nassau, The Bahamas</p><p>SAPPHIRE SEA offers a refined private-charter experience with spacious accommodations, attentive hospitality, chef-prepared dining, premium beverages, and an exciting collection of water toys.</p><h2>☀️ PRIVATE DAY CHARTERS</h2><h2>Day-Charter Rates</h2><p>Rates are based on up to <strong>six guests</strong>.</p><p><strong>4 Hours:</strong> $5,500</p><p><strong>6 Hours:</strong> $6,500</p><p><strong>8 Hours:</strong> $7,500</p><p>SAPPHIRE SEA accommodates up to <strong>15 guests</strong> for private day charters.</p><h2>Additional Guests</h2><p>For groups exceeding the base allowance of six:</p><p><strong>Additional Adult:</strong> $250 per guest</p><p><strong>Additional Child:</strong> $150 per guest</p><h2>Additional Fees</h2><p><strong>Bahamas Tax:</strong> 14%</p><p><strong>Crew Gratuity:</strong> 15%</p><h2>✅ Day-Charter Inclusions</h2><p>Exclusive private use of SAPPHIRE SEA</p><p>Professional captain</p><p>Private chef</p><p>Freshly prepared lunch and dessert</p><p>Bottled water and soft drinks</p><p>Light snacks and refreshments</p><p>Standard ship’s bar featuring wine, rum, vodka, tequila, and gin</p><p>Fuel for local cruising</p><p>Water and standard yacht consumables</p><p>Full use of the yacht’s water toys</p><h2>💦 Water Toys</h2><p>Two underwater sea scooters</p><p>Two stand-up paddleboards</p><p>Snorkeling equipment</p><p>Floating mat and inflatables</p><p>Waterslide</p><h2>🏖️ Suggested Day-Charter Experiences</h2><p>The captain will recommend the most suitable itinerary based on charter duration, guest preferences, and the day’s marine conditions.</p><h3>Rose Island</h3><p>Enjoy swimming, paddleboarding, beach time, and relaxing in crystal-clear turquoise water.</p><h3>Green Cay</h3><p>A popular snorkeling destination with the possibility of seeing green sea turtles and other marine life.</p><h3>Pig Beach at Athol Island</h3><p>Visit the friendly swimming pigs at Athol Island. A local caretaker admission fee applies and is paid separately.</p><h2>🌙 PRIVATE OVERNIGHT CHARTERS</h2><p>Although SAPPHIRE SEA is primarily offered for private day charters, select shorter overnight charters may be considered based on availability, itinerary, and owner approval.</p><h2>Overnight Charter Rates</h2><p><strong>4 Days / 3 Nights:</strong> $20,500</p><p><strong>5 Days / 4 Nights:</strong> $26,500</p><p><strong>6 Days / 5 Nights:</strong> $31,500</p><p><strong>7 Days / 6 Nights:</strong> $35,500</p><p><strong>8 Days / 7 Nights:</strong> $36,500</p><p>Rates accommodate up to <strong>six overnight guests in three ensuite guest staterooms</strong>.</p><h2>✅ Base Overnight Rate Includes</h2><p>Exclusive private use of SAPPHIRE SEA</p><p>Professional captain</p><p>Private chef</p><p>Three ensuite guest staterooms</p><p>Personalized itinerary planning</p><p>Provisioning coordination</p><p>Use of the yacht’s onboard water toys</p><h2>➕ Additional Overnight Expenses</h2><p><strong>Bahamas taxes:</strong> 14% of the base charter fee</p><p><strong>Advance Provisioning Allowance:</strong> Generally 25%–35%</p><p><strong>Crew gratuity:</strong> Customarily 15%–20%</p><p>Repositioning or delivery expenses, when applicable</p><p>Third-party activities and services</p><p>The <strong>Advance Provisioning Allowance</strong>, or APA, funds variable charter expenses such as food, beverages, fuel, dockage, consumables, and guest-requested purchases.</p><p>The captain maintains an accounting of APA expenses. Any unused funds are returned at the conclusion of the charter. If actual expenses exceed the amount collected, the difference is payable separately.</p><p>Overnight itineraries and repositioning requests are reviewed individually and remain subject to weather, marine conditions, operational feasibility, and the yacht’s existing schedule.</p><h2>📝 RESERVATIONS</h2><p>Please provide:</p><p>Preferred dates</p><p>Charter duration</p><p>Number of adults and children</p><p>Preferred boarding time or overnight itinerary</p><p>Food and beverage preferences</p><p>Desired activities</p><p>Special occasions or requests</p><p>All overnight bookings are completed using a CYBA electronic charter agreement.</p>
