Aura Description

Welcome aboard this brand new, first class 2023 Lagoon 65! Available for charter in the British Virgin Islands, we provide luxury accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 spacious VIP cabins (1 King, 3 Queens). We are the only model with a custom enlarged Owner´s cabin King bed, and double sized shower for your comfort. Featuring spacious cabins, dining areas both in the cockpit and enormous flybridge, boasting 2 bars, numerous sunning spots (or shade!) and dual helm stations, this really is a masterpiece yacht. Onboard you will experience the luxury service of full board and an open bar. Three experienced crew members will cater to your every whim, both onboard and on the water! We will set sail and discover perfect bays, secret coves, swim with turtles, and explore the islands that have inspired stories of pirates and treasure for centuries. Made for both relaxation and adventure, there will be no shortage of activities on offer; snorkeling, diving, sailing, tubing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, hiking, sea-bobs and wakeboarding, this winning combination of crew and yacht will help provide the vacation of a lifetime for your group. What are you waiting for?

Cruising Area of Aura

Pref. Pick-upNanny Cay, Tortola, BVI
Other Pick-upNanny Cay, Tortola, BVI
Summer PortBritish Virgin Islands
Winter PortBritish Virgin Islands
Summer OperationsCaribbean Virgin Islands
Winter OperationsCaribbean Virgin Islands

Accommodations

Guests8
Cabins4
Crew3
Queen4
Showers4
Wash Basins4
Heads4
TP in Heads-
Electric Heads4

Specification

Length65 Feet
Beam35 Feet
Draft6 Feet
Built2023
A/CFull
DeckshowerYes
HairdryerYes
InverterYes X2
Voltages110
Water MakerYes
Ice MakerYes
Internet AccessOnboard WIFI
GeneratorYes X2
Turnaround48 hours
EnginesYanmar X2 150 HP 21 KW Onan & 16 KW Onan
Communications
Yacht has Starlink

Water Sports

Dinghy (Feet)15 ft
Dinghy Hp70P
Adult WaterskisYes
Kids WaterskisYes
KneeboardYes
Sea BobsYes
Snorkel GearYes
TubeYes
Wake BoardYes
1-Man Kayak1
Floating MatsYes
Standup Paddle2
Swim PlatformsYes - Hydraulic platform
Boarding Ladder2X Sugar scoops
Beach GamesYes
Fishing GearYes
Gear TypeTrolling & Casting
Under Water CamYes
Under Water VideoYes
Other Toys
Lift Efoil

Scuba Diving Scuba Diving Symbol

ScubaOnboard
LicenseMaster
Air CompressorNot Onboard
Dives/Week3 Dives pe
Diving Info
Qualified Divemaster onboard, available for guiding certified divers up to 3 dives per week included.

Entertainment

Salon Tv/DvdYes
Salon StereoYes

Cuisine

Special DietsInq
KosherInq
BBQYes

Green Initiatives

Make Purified Drinking WaterYes
Re-Usable Water BottlesYes

Aura Crew Profile

Crew Number3
Crew SmokeNo
Captain
CaptainJos Smart
NationalityBritish
Born1991
LicenseRYA Yachtmaster
Mate/Stewardess
Mate/StewardessJulia Taylor
NationalityBritish
Born1987


Jos and Julia hail from England and have been traveling together for over 11 years. After meeting whilst teaching watersports in Greece, they subsequently ran luxury ski chalets and villas in Europe before transitioning to yachting. They have been chartering in the Caribbean together for over 8 years.

Jos earnt his commercial Yachtmaster qualification from the Royal Yachting Association and holds all the necessary credentials to safely captain AURA throughout your charter. He will also be your Divemaster onboard, showing certified divers the magic of the underwater world. We´ve lost count, but he has over 400 dives with guests here in the BVI. An avid fisherman, he will also spend hours with those wanting to fish!

Julia enjoys looking after the guests onboard and ensuring they are happy, having fun and never with an empty glass in hand! Originally from an education background, she especially enjoys families and kids onboard. For active guests, she will happily take those looking for an adventure hiking on the trails around the BVI. Both love what they do and are committed to creating vacations you will remember for a lifetime.

Chef Dominic Horl
Dominic, born and raised in the German ore Mountains, has always been close to nature and the elements.
After a long career in Michelin star restaurants as a Chef all over Europe, adventure was calling and in 2018 he started working as a Chef on charter boats in the US and British Virgin Islands.
Also holding a sommelier degree, he skillfully pairs dishes with fine wine to enhance your dining experience.
Dominic`s passion for creativity shines through in his melding of global flavors and techniques to craft dishes that surprise and impress both the palate and the eye.

Beyond the kitchen, Dominic`s love for the sea, expressed through freediving and scuba diving, inspires his menus, featuring sustainable seafood and ocean inspired cuisine.



All crew vaccinated for COVID-19.



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Aura Reservations & Port Locations

Start DateEnd DateDetails (Holds can be challenged)
Dec 02, 2023Dec 08, 2023Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Dec 19, 2023Dec 26, 2023Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Dec 27, 2023Jan 03, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Jan 05, 2024Jan 12, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Jan 14, 2024Jan 20, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Feb 09, 2024Feb 16, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Feb 27, 2024Mar 03, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Mar 24, 2024Apr 08, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Apr 17, 2024Apr 24, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
May 04, 2024May 11, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
May 19, 2024May 26, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
Nov 24, 2024Dec 01, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI

Aura Rates / week

The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.
Low price: $50,500
(normal rate)
High price: $59,500
(normal rate)

Aura Special Offer!
Discount: 10%!
Offer: Aura offering 10% off DEC 10-17, 2023, for charter of 7 nights or less. A great way to de-stress before the Holiday madness.
Old price: $50,500 - $59,500 / week
New price: $45,450 - $53,550 / week (Save: $5,050 - $5,950 / week)
Minimum nights: 7
Travel between: Dec/10/2023 - Dec/17/2023

Season2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 Pax7 Pax8 Pax
2023/24 Winter$50,500$52,000$53,500$55,000$56,500$58,000$59,500
2024 Summer$50,500$52,000$53,500$55,000$56,500$58,000$59,500

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


CHRISTMAS / NEW YEARS: 1-8 guests $70,000 - 7 night minimum.
Christmas charters must end no later than the 26th December. New Years week charters cannot begin earlier than 27th December.

Aura Guest Reviews

NOGLE - AUGUST 2023, GRENADINES

Jos, Julia & Allie,

What an amazing week with an amazing crew! This is our second trip with you and we knew to expect no less. You have given us memories that we will cherish for a lifetime!

We have been blessed to take such a trip, blessed with people that have taken such wonderful care of us, and blessed with new friends.

We truly appreciate the tremendous amount of planning and hard work you all put into making our week so easy and incredibly relaxing. Those of us who sail have ultimate respect for your skill and knowledge.

It is sad to say goodbye, but we hope this is not our last sail with you! Stay well!

Jim & Gayle, Tracy & Claudia, Ron & Melody

STAPLETON - JUNE 2023

Dear Jos, Julia & Kim,
Thank you a million for an amazing week onboard (and off-road!), we loved every minute and are so grateful for the incredible energy and fun you brought us every day. We really do adore you all and hope that you´ll come see us in Texas.

Until the next time... a GALAXY of love and thanks!

HARGRAVES - JUNE 2023

Best vacation EVER!!! 10 STARS!! Truly, this vacation has topped all of our adventures - and we will be back!
I have been to the BVI twice before on a self-crewed yacht, and while the adventure was fun, it paled in comparison to this crewed yacht with Jos, Julia, and Kim.
This is the most professional, most experienced crew that anyone could want for a vacation, and it was worth every penny.

The Yacht: What can one say to a brand new 65-foot yacht that is fitted with every option for a luxurious space. The owner spared no expense, it is truly gorgeous, the perfect vessel for this amazing trip.

The Crew: This crew was simply amazing. The three of them were so compatible and professional that you could feel the seamless movement of their service floating about.
Not having experienced a crew prior, I wasn’t sure what to expect and I was a little concerned about being able to properly relax with three more personalities onboard. But now I feel I couldn’t have achieved that level of true relaxation without them. I believe because of their experience and professionalism they absolutely knew how to tailor this trip to our needs. They instantly felt like family or a good friend that you’ve known for years. So unexpected and perfect!

The Adventure: Having an experienced crew to tour the BVI is truly the best way to go. Captain Jos and Julia planned an amazing tour incorporating our preferences and enhanced it with locations and special sightings that we didn’t know existed. The galaxy of starfish, the hidden secrets of the BVI that a self-crewed yacht would never know, it was a whole new experience.

Jos: Not only was Jos a seasoned Captain, but he also had endless energy to keep our trip fun for our entire family. I was so happy that he spent time with my 16-year-old son to teach him about sailing, fishing, foil surfing, scuba diving, halyard swinging, cliff jumping and sea-bobbing. Jos planned each day from morning until night while tirelessly entertaining my high energy teen. It was such a nice break for me as a widow and single parent. It warmed my heart to see my son learning and enjoying himself every day. It’s an experience he will never forget!

Julia: First mate and stewardess, so professional and nurturing. Her anticipation and timing of our needs were perfectly endless. She would have cool lemongrass scented cloths and ice water ready after each excursion and anticipated our need for a refilled drink or dry towel throughout our trip. Julia made us feel like we’d been friends forever. I know they have a big job running this yacht, but if there was ever any stress for her or any of the crew, you would never know it. Julia and Jos, so perfectly matched, worked seamlessly together. Such a joy to see.

Kim: All I can say is Food, Food, Food! Yum, Yum, Yum! She is the most amazing Chef! I just wanted to take her home with me. I ate entirely too much because my taste buds were so happy every day! You will not go hungry, and she will cater to your every desire. Thank you Kim! And thank you for spending endless hours with my daughter letting her join you in some of the meal preparations. You were a blessing!

This trip was the perfect pace and perfect escape from reality to relax and rejuvenate. Having someone else in charge, planning and taking the reins was so refreshing, especially for a single parent who is always in the driver’s seat. It was so nice to be a passenger and enjoy the ride. ♡♡♡

ELLIS - MAY 2023

Jos, Julia and Kim. Our second trip with you and the experience was just as amazing as last time. All of you always made sure that everything was perfect. The Birthday dinners were as unforgettable as Kim dancing round the kitchen. We are all looking forward to coming back!

Safe Sailing!

GRAHAM - MAY 2023

Julia, Kim and Jos,
You three are the boss,
You sailed us, fed us, kept us in drink,
Without you, we´d all be lost!

Seriously - you are wonderful humans to be around. You each made this time so special in every way. Thank you for the gift of relaxation. Anna


You three are MAGIC! Your presence, calm and ever-attentive care made this an easy and special time. You are all three amazing, thank you for every special little things it all added to an unforgettable trip. With hugs and gratitude. Marjorie


The trip and experience you all created for us was truly unbelievable and memorable. For a group who rarely unplug, you made this seamless and so meaningful. We felt so well taken care of. You three are masters of what you do and are creating incredible experiences for all of us. Thank you! Lisa & Dan


I laughed. I cried (from laughing so hard). I made memories I´ll never forget. Thank you so much for a fantastic week, we all had so much fun. It was really special to get to know you. Ryan

Previous Guests with Jos & Julia, Summer 2022, Foxy Lady

Jos, Julia and Mich,

Where do we even begin? I think we all collectively agree that this was the most amazing vacation ever! Your kindness and hospitality far exceeded our expectations - we were absolutely blown away by everything!

Julia´s each and every meal was a work of art - not only beautifully presented but totally delicious. Jos´s knowledge and expertise - not to mention his patience - was amazing! And we are all fighting over who gets to take Mich home with them. She is the sweetest person and the best bartender.

Goodbye is hard to say - we never want to leave this little slice of heaven.... Until next time!


FIRST CLASS BOAT - WORLD CLASS CREW!! Beyond grateful for this experience and equally grateful for our new friendship.

Previous Guests with Jos & Julia, Summer 2022, Foxy Lady

Dear Jos, Julia and Mich.

In this crazy world of ours with virus variants and protocols changing daily - we truly did not think this BVI vacation was going to happen! It was a CHRISTMAS MIRACLE!

We arrived worn and weary and were taken care of immediately. Julia, Jos and Mich - you are experts at what you do! It´s not easy, but it looked effortless!

Cocktails, meals, tucked away anchorages, guided scuba and snorkelling, and most importantly, making us feel comfortable and relaxed on Foxy Lady. It was a special family vacation we will cherish forever with our kids.

Clean plates, full hearts and eager eyes! We can´t wait to meet up again!

Previous Guests with Jos & Julia, Summer 2022, Foxy Lady

We cannot thank you enough for this beautiful week on this gorgeous sailing ´home´. Foxy Lady has so far exceeded our expectation that it´s difficult to list all the magic we´ve experienced!

We cannot thank you enough for your suggestions and creating the perfect itinerary and captaining us into beautiful bays and cays and even more beautiful sunsets every single evening!

The fabulous, delicious, beautiful meals will be remembered and missed so much. Absolutely 5*! You are an amazing and gifted chef and we were so lucky to have you.

Mich - it´s been a joy to be a recipient of your beautiful and delicious cocktails and your delightful and joyful personality.

Our time on Foxy Lady has been a dream come true and the three of you have a left a big, warm print on our hearts.

Previous Guests with Jos & Julia, Summer 2022, Foxy Lady

Jos & Julia,

THANK YOU, THANK YOU for the most amazing week aboard Foxy Lady! We loved every minute and will never forget our time with you. You are so much fun, and helpful, and we will miss so many things - amazing food, non-stop watersports, laughter, trivia, getting our asses kicked at trivia by Julia, and everything in between. You are the BEST!