Samsara Description
Samsara, a magnificent 2018 Leopard 4X Performance cruising catamaran, epitomizes sailing luxury at the highest level combined with a magnificent performance. Renowned as the fastest Catamaran in the Leopard Family. Samsara is based on the Leopard 48 design, but completely customized with a different hull shape, a different Mast and Rigging and many other optimizations. Blending cutting-edge performance with elegance. Samsara underwent a full refit in 2023. Offering an unrivaled sailing experience, Samsara combines swiftness with lavish comfort. The yacht´s interior features four spacious queen berths, each with private ensuite facilities, set in a backdrop of natural light and fresh air, all complemented by custom air-conditioning. The salon caters to all guests with luxurious seating for lounging or dining, while the exterior boasts an alfresco dining area for unforgettable meals. The top deck and villa-style aft lounge provide exceptional spots for relaxation and socializing. Samsara´s multiple lounging areas make it perfect for both group interactions and private moments, offering a unique opportunity to explore the Caribbean in a harmonious blend of speed, style, and supreme comfort. Samsara, together with her crew, Captain Micha, a well-known circumnavigator and heavy weather specialist, and chef Charly, a real celebrity chef who worked for stars like Gianni Versace, Cher, Madonna and many others, make your charter an unforgettable experience.
Cruising Area of Samsara
Accommodations
REFIT DETAILS: Whole refit, new engines, new sails, new interior, new electronics, new rigging, new dinghy, new solar, new batteries, new mattresses, new kitchen, new cushions, new grill, new beanbags etc.
Specification
Water Sports
North Board, 3 Kites 9,12 &14
2 Stand Up Paddle Boards, Snorkeling Gear, Floating Mat, 1 Wakeboard, Kite Boarding equipment (North Board, 3 Kites 9,12 &14), On- & Offshore Fishing Gear and a SEABOB Underwater scooter
Scuba Diving
Entertainment
Breadmaker, Deep freezer, Airfryer,
Cuisine
Green Initiatives
Samsara Crew Profile
Captain
Chef / First Mate
Micha was born 1971 at the North Sea coast of Germany. His love for the sea began at a young age and he learned to sail in one of the most difficult and dangerous sailing areas in the world. He crossed the North Atlantic Ocean single-handed and non-stop in both directions (Southern Atlantic Route & Northern Atlantic Route), sailed around the world twice and won various regattas. In 2019, the sailing magazine ´Multihull World´ dedicated an 8-page report of him after he lost his boat ´Samsara 1´ in Hurricane ´Barry´ and survived 4 days in the open sea floating on a raft which he made of fenders. After his rescue by the Containership BBC Orinocco, he immediately bought a new sailing catamaran and continued his circumnavigation.
Micha is a licensed airline pilot and flew for SWISS Int´ Airline and AirBerlin for many years, but his true passion is the sea and his endless knowledge about sailing and the sea is unmatched. He is well known in the sailing community as a great sailor, a heavy weather specialist and very popular for his willingness to share his knowledge with others.
Even experienced sailors enjoy trips with Micha as captain and book him to expand their own skills.
Micha is known for his dry sense of humor and loves to introduce his guests to boat life and the adventure of the sea.
Charly was born in Milano, Italy and came at the age of 2 to Florida in the United States. He grew up in his parent´s food brokerage company and learned the intricacies of first-class foods at an early age. After attending the Northwood University of Texas where he studied hospitality management and culinary art, he started his own catering business where he served the concert and film industry and cooked for many well-known stars. A few years later he accepted the offer of the famous designer Gianni Versace and became his personal chef and US house manager. He has also worked personally for stars such as Cher, Luciano Pavarotti, Madonna and many others. Cher calls him ´The King of Bolognese´ and Anna Wintour (known for her aloof and demanding personality) calls him ´Brilliant´. The ´Ocean Drive Magazine´ honored Charly in an article and called him ´The Man who made Miami´ and ´The Sun Sentinel´ named him ´The Chef of the month´.
Born in Italy his cooking style is Italian influenced, but his main talent is to create unbelievable delicious meals from easy ingredients and his love that he puts in every dish he creates.
Charly has a very open and lovable personality and loves sharing his stories and experiences with his guests. He loves to pamper his guests and show them the adventure and peace of boat life.
Why the boat name ?
Samsara comes from Buddhism and means both ´constant wandering´ and rebirth.
Micha chose this name for his first catamaran because it best describes what Micha´s future life should look like and how he felt after he left ´normal´ life. After Micha & Charly decided to sail the world together, they quickly agreed that the new boat should be called “Samsara´ too.
Samsara Calendar
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Samsara Reservations & Port Locations
Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
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May 07, 2024 | May 14, 2024 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
May 30, 2024 | Jun 04, 2024 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
Jun 05, 2024 | Jul 14, 2024 | Transit: St Thomas, USVI* to Panama* |
Jul 22, 2024 | Aug 31, 2024 | Transit: Panama* to Honolulu, Hawaii* |
Sep 01, 2024 | Dec 31, 2025 | Unavailable: Unavailable to Unavailable |
Samsara Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter. Inquire for lowest rate.Low price: $13,800
High price: $16,100
Season | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax |
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2024 Summer | $14,600 | $15,350 | $16,100 |
2024/25 Winter | $14,600 | $15,350 | $16,100 |
Yacht terms: All Inclusive
An all-inclusive charter covers all provisioning and running expenses. This includes a captain and crew that is fully trained and committed to your safety and enjoyment of your trip. A chef will provide the kind of exceptional, personalized meal preparation that you would expect of a five-star restaurant. The listed rate may not include all local taxes, cruising permits, premium beverages and scuba activities. Inquire for more information.
ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS
To book a charter, 7-night is the standard, but we have NO minimum or maximum, please ask for your desired booking duration.
We offer a third queen cabin on request for a max. guest group of 6 people, please ask for a rate.
USVI ONLY
MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights.
For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
HALF-BOARD OPTION: 7 nights
Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners aboard - with all other meals to be taken ashore at client expense
2@$13,800 | 3@$14,150 | 4@$14,500
LOCAL FARE MEAL PLAN OPTION: 7 nights ($75 off per person)
Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense.
2@$14,200 | 3@$14,750 | 4@$15,300
SLEEP ABOARD: Available for half of the daily rate. Includes boarding after 4pm, snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast. Dinner ashore is additional. Select option upon booking. EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Year´s weeks.
Samsara Guest Reviews
April 2024
It was truly a memorable vacation and I am so happy that we ended up on Samsara.
I HIGHLY recommend sailing on Samsara for your future clients. Truly one of the best vacations we have had and we have taken many trips. Charly pampered us from morning til night with his delicious meals and his endearing personality made us feel right at home instantly. From the moment he greeted us we were at ease.
We knew we were good hands on the boat with Captain Micha. Wow! What an experienced sailor in every way and he made us feel at ease immediately. He took us onbeautiful sails each day andto absolutely wonderful snorkeling spots and gorgeous bays to spend the night.
These two really are a dynamic duo and I couldn’t recommend it enough to join them aboard Samsara.
Kara
March 2024
I am writing to express our profound gratitude and share our extraordinary experience aboard the Sailing Samsara. It´s not every day that we come across a journey so memorable that it compels us to put pen to paper, or in this case, fingers to keyboard. From the moment we set sail, Micha and Charly proved themselves to be more than just a proficient team; they were truly masters of their craft. Micha´s nautical expertise instilled in us a deep sense of safety and confidence, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the beauty and serenity of the USVI without a single worry. His adept navigation and skillful handling of Samsara were nothing short of impressive. Charly, on the other hand, provided a level of concierge service that went above and beyond our expectations. His attention to detail, anticipation of our needs, and ability to make us feel pampered and cared for added an extra layer of luxury to our adventure. It was evident that both Micha and Charly are passionate about what they do, and their synergy as a team made our experience all the more special. It is rare to encounter such a harmonious blend of professionalism, skill, and hospitality. We felt genuinely taken care of at every turn, never once having to worry about our well-being or enjoyment. This peace of mind allowed us to fully engage with the stunning surroundings and cherish each moment spent on board. We wanted to ensure that you knew just how much we appreciated the opportunity to sail with Micha and Charly. Their exceptional service and dedication have left a lasting impression on us, and we are already looking forward to our next adventure with them. Thank you once again for facilitating this unforgettable journey. We cannot wait to return to the seas under the guidance of such a remarkable crew.
Warmest regards,
Nicole & Craig Zuber
December 2023
We had the luck to stay with Micha and Charlie for one week in St. Maarten and we had the time off our life. Charlie is a true angel and made all our wishes real. His dishes are finger licking good and we had so much fun by looking over his shoulder during his cooking. Micha made our sailing trips a special experience and it was so much fun and peaceful at the same time. We are still talking about this vacation and hoping to come back to Samsara when she arrives in the pacific ocean.
Emilie and Patrick Harrison & Camille and Albert Gore -
November 2023
We booked Samsara for our first Boat Charter in the Grenadines and Micha & Charly made our stay unbelievable and far above what we were expecting. Samsara is an amazing catamaran and the way Micha uses her potential to steer her through the sea was the most impressing experience we ever had on a boat. Micha and Charly took us to places that we only knew from TV and travel catalogs and couldn´t believe they really exist. Charly´s food is an experience and it was all very delicious. The entire trip was a dream come true and we can´t wait to book Samsara again.
Tisha and Cole -