Big Nauti Description
This “Multihull of the Year” award-winning Bali 5.4 catamaran sets the stage for an amazing getaway. Big Nauti is a brand new 2021 catamaran with numerous panoramic lounge areas positioned throughout the yacht. She showcases a solid foredeck that boasts a large relaxing lounge area and additional day beds for sunbathing. Enjoy the large, relaxing and comfortable space afforded by the covered flybridge with panoramic views of your beautiful surroundings. Through a full-sized door located on the foredeck there is direct easy access to an impressive walk-through salon that features a large retractable “garage door” creating an impressive open-concept feel to this large living area. With this aft door raised, guests can move freely about the boat with no climbing or squeezing through narrow passages. The aft of the vessel affords a long sumptuous bench seating that completes this space with room to lounge or get ready for water-based activities. It´s an open-space apartment afloat with exceptional ventilation for tropical breezes and is quickly becoming one of the most popular new interior boat designs. The boat is fully equipped with snorkeling and an abundance of water toys. For guests interested in scuba diving, she offers a premium off-the-boat diving experience and is equipped with scuba diving gear. The captain is a Divemaster and can lead guests on their dives and share his passion for diving with them. After an adventure filled day of water sports, swimming, diving, or on-shore excursions, enjoy the well-lit and large dining area as you enjoy a world class meal with your friends and family. Enjoy a handmade cocktail prepared just for you by your professional crew right there in the salon bar. Big Nauti is well equipped with an array of amenities to keep you entertained your whole vacation. Big Nauti will accommodate 8 charter guests in 4 luxurious queen cabins each with ensuite bathrooms and separate showers. The forward cabins and the starboard midships cabin are dramatic queen berths that give the illusion of floating in space with views of the beautiful Caribbean waters from the comfort of your bed. The port aft large master cabin is spacious offering ample moving room and storage. It has private access from the deck as well as from the saloon and features a separate shower and vanity areas.
Cruising Area of Big Nauti
Specification
Accommodations
4 Queen cabins with ensuite bathroom.
The port aft cabin is a master cabin - much larger than the others. It has two entrances. One entrance enters from the sugar scoop and the other off the salon.
Water Sports
If guests are interested in Kiteboarding the crew will build this into the itinerary and make the necessary arrangements.
Captain is not a certified sailing instructor but is happy to teach guests the basics of sailing.
Adult waterskis
1 Kneeboard
1 Wakeboard
Tube
Floating mat
2 Stand Up Paddle boards
Selection of snorkeling gear for all guests
2 Fishing rods for trolling and tackle
1 ´Pizza Slice´ inflatable
1 ´Avocado´ inflatable
Subwing
6 Lazy Bunz floaties
Scuba Diving 
Yacht offers onboard diving.
Max 3 dives included, per certified diver, per 7 nights charter
Additional dives are $50 per certified diver.
Additional scuba diving equipment will cost an average of $150 per person/per week. Scuba gear includes a BCD, regulator, weights and tank. Crew will arrange rental equipment on behalf of the guests and have it onboard when guests arrive
Wetsuits, if desired, need to be rented.
Entertainment
Cuisine
Green Initiatives
We use organic/locally grown produce when available. We provide guests with reef friendly sunscreen and bath products/toiletries. We provide filtered water to limit single use plastics. We provide re-usable water/beverage tumblers to limit plastic/disposable cup use. We use marine/reef friendly dish soap and cleaning products for the interior and exterior of the yacht.\ We use re-usable grocery bags. We are affiliated with ´Sailors for the Sea´ - Keeping our Waters Blue by Boating Green! Our crew are guided by this organization in reducing our footprint. We support ´Sailors for the Sea´ initiatives. We provide information to our guests on the best practices for ´Traveling Green´ Inspiring our guests on the importance of the preservation of our oceans and the beautiful islands in which we vacation.
Big Nauti Crew Profile
Captain
Chef/Mate
Walmar grew up boating and living along the coast of South Africa; his first week long boat trip was with his dad at the age of three. He has a long history in the maritime world, both professionally and personally.
Born in Namibia and growing up in a small coastal fishing town called Velddrif in South Africa, the ocean is his second home. He is an avid fisherman and enjoys to free dive.
After completing school, Walmar pursued his love of the ocean undertaking Maritime Studies to become a merchant seafarer where he sailed as 2nd officer on chemical tankers world-wide. In 2017, after exhausting his time on tankers he chose yachting as an alternative and has had absolutely no regrets!
He holds a 500t Captains license and has completed many charters from Cape Town harbor as well as navigating across the Pacific from Panama to Yokohama and the Eastern trade routes through the Sues Canal, Europe and back to the States.
Tamika grew up in Melkbosstrand a small surfing town located on the west coast of South Africa. She has a very close bond to the ocean and the maritime industry as her father is a Master mariner who has completed many big salvage operations during his career. Growing up with a father figure heavily involved in the maritime industry has led her in the same direction.
After completing school, she found yachting to be the perfect entry to this amazing industry. Tamika started off her career in the Mediterranean where she worked for an American couple on a privately owned yacht as chef/stewardess. She then saw an opportunity to improve her skills and took on working for multiple high-profile owners in the Middle East offering Silver Service Charters.
She then returned to South Africa to join her now fiancé, Walmar, and after a year of running charter together they have changed tack to run charters in the Caribbean and further their journey together.
Walmar and Tamika can´t wait to share their love of the ocean and this beautiful chain of islands with you, ensuring the best possible time for everyone on board - filled with activities or just chillin´ (whichever is your preference) but guaranteed fun all week long.
**Captain Walmar and chef Tamika are both fully vaccinated**
Big Nauti Calendar
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Big Nauti Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
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| Apr 01, 2023 | Apr 08, 2023 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Apr 22, 2023 | Apr 27, 2023 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| May 08, 2023 | May 15, 2023 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Jun 08, 2023 | Jun 15, 2023 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Jun 17, 2023 | Jun 24, 2023 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Aug 18, 2023 | Oct 31, 2023 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Dec 27, 2023 | Jan 03, 2024 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
Big Nauti Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: $27,000
(normal rate)High price: $30,000
(normal rate)Big Nauti Special Offer!
Discount: 10%!
Old price: $27,000 - $30,000 / week
New price: $24,300 - $27,000 / week (Save: $2,700 - $3,000 / week)
Book before: May/15/2023
Travel before: Aug/15/2023
| Season | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax | 8 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022/23 Winter | $27,000 | $27,500 | $28,000 | $28,500 | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 |
| 2023 Summer | $27,000 | $27,500 | $28,000 | $28,500 | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 |
| 2023/24 Winter | $27,000 | $27,500 | $28,000 | $28,500 | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 |
| 2024 Summer | $27,000 | $27,500 | $28,000 | $28,500 | $29,000 | $29,500 | $30,000 |
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.
Send us an inquiry to get specific pricing for Big Nauti.
Big Nauti Guest Reviews
Our every wish was granted!
Thank you so much for a wonderful time! We had a great experience, the food was absolutely delicious and you are very gracious hosts. Our every wish was granted by you!
I had a great time scuba diving and getting in the water was so fun! It was so fun to sail on the open water and the weather was perfect. Thank you again!
Sailing was spectacular!
Thank you so much for a fabulous trip! You two are a perfect team and made everything so enjoyable. The food was awesome and the sailing spectacular!
Best wishes to you as you go though this next phase of your lives together!
Thank you for the amazing experience!
Thank you for this trip! I also would like to thank you for teaching me the water sports! It was amazing trying then for the first time! Can’t wait to go back to the states and try them all!
Thank you for the amazing experience. I finally enjoy tubing it was amazing and it hurt at the same time, but I loved it. Seeing al the different island and seeing all the amazing sea was so cool.
Thank you so much!
Exceeded expectations!
Thank you! From being served tea first thing in the morning to the spectacular dessert as night, you made this trip on Big Nauti fabulous! Your kindness, professionalism, and talents far exceeded expectations! You’re the best and we wish you much good fortune, fun, adventure and love as you continue your journey together!
What a beautiful trip!
What a beautiful trip! You both made everyday special! Thank you for all your attention to every detail. We will long remember you and this week! Best of luck and a multitude of blessings in your future together.
Magical Week
Thank you so much for a magical week. You exceeded every expectation and truly gifted us with memories of a lifetime. We cannot wait to see you again and set off on new adventures. Your kindness and patience with Teddy and Bella was incredible.
See you again!
Our first sail in the BVI was 32 years ago and we have done 8 more s ince then. By far this trip has been the very best, simply because of the two of you INCREDIBLE HOSTS, delicious meals, fun sails and your kindness and patience with Teddy and Bella was unexpected.
We will see you again
Magical experience!
Thank you for the amazing adventure. I am not fond of boating or sailing but this experience has been like no other. Hopping from island to island was such a fun way to spend my Christmas break. Leaving this vacation is is such a disappointment. I’m going to miss the amazing food, memories, fish and scenery.
Thank you again for making this experience so magical!
Most memorable adventure!
Thank you for everything! You both truly helped make this a memorable adventure our family will always remember, our kids even tried different foods and loved it! Everywhere we visited was amazing! Thank you!
10 x Better
Such an amazing time sailing the islands with y´all. You made the experience 10x better than I could have imagined. The food was beyond spectacular and beautiful. Thank you for everything. Absolutely a trip I will not forget.
Incredible Hosts.
First off you are incredible hosts! Every part of this trip ws perfect. From the sights to the amazing meals prepared so generously. This has been our best trip to date, the memories will last a lifetime. We wish you great success in your future adventures!
Most incredible experience of our lives!
We all thank you for the most incredible experience of our lives!
You both are the most kind and generous couple who made our trip even more special.
We all wish you the best of everything always. You are both loving and caring and we will never forget these memories.
WOW!
What an absolutely incredible week that exceeded all expectations!
Walmar and Tamika were amazing and made every day, meal and activity extra special. They even had a cake for us to celebrate a birthday! The entire week was filled with so many experiences we will never forget. Thank you both for being the BEST and sharing your hearts with us.
Trip of a lifetime!
Dreams do come true! Walmar and Tamika created a warm, relaxing, easy place for us on Big Nauti. The food was exceptional. Never have we had more delicious food! There was a super special Thanksgiving dinner we will never forget. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Exceeded Already High Expectations
This trip has exceeded the already high expectations! We were spoiled for the entire week. Tamika and Walmar, you two have been incredible hosts. I am grateful to have shared this incredible experience with you. We wish you the best and please keep in touch.
Forever Grateful!
Can not even explain how incredible this trip was due to your amazing personalities, cooking, suggestions and the experiences you created. We loved everything about the boat, food and the fun!
This was the trip of a lifetime! Thank you for everything. Forever grateful. With so much appreciation
Thank you for everything!
Wal and Tamika, What an amazing trip!
From the start you guys have been very attentive to every detail. On top of that, you guys are a stellar team and work so well together. You both have brought excellence and peace to this memorable vacation!
We love you!
Thank you for your positive attitudes and smiling faces everyday!
You made the birthday boy feel so special!
A birthday he will never forget.
What a fantastic trip!
Wal and Tamika are without a doubt the BEST! They truly made our family vacation aboard Big Nauti unforgettable- quite possibly the best vacation we have had as a family. We will miss you guys!
Couldn´t have been this amazing without you guys.
You are such a sweet peaceful couple . Your willingness to play with the kids and make them feel special will always stay with us!
Awesome!
This boat was even better than expected. This week was made special by the two of you.
Food and sailing was incredible, you made us feel welcome and even as family. I feel as though we have new found distant friends!
Thank you so much!
Excellent Sailing!
Thank you so much for everything. The boat was awesome but mostly because of the Dillion & Amanda!
Your amazing food, great personalities, excellent sailing and taking us to beautiful beaches was just fantastic! This was a bucket list trip!
Better than any picture!!
Thank you, Dillion and Amanda, for your fun personalities, great food and smooth sailing. We wish you too the best and plan to see you again!
A Beautiful Memory!
The happiest memory we all shared was seeing Big Nauti pull onto the dock in St. John. It only got better as the days unfolded. The Big Nauti, Amanda and Dillion have been a beautiful memory- filled with sights of ocean and mountains as Dillon took on his course- filled with delicious delicacies Amanda prepared.
We were blessed to have had this joinery together.
THANK YOU!
Every day was more beautiful than the last!
What a great week!
The views, food and hospitality were all incredible!
You both made this trip even more enjoyable.
It will be a voyage I´ll never forget!
Definitely a trip I won´t forget!
Such a wonderful week!
You two took care of every detail!
Such a great team!
You are both so talented!
Thank you!
Fun Adventure!
You put the ´Nauti´ in Big Nauti and I couldn´t be more appreciative!
At the end of the day, this boat is a mere vessel, its this amazing team that made this the best adventure!
A week of amazing fun, adventure and food!
Phenomenal At What You Do!
Thank you so much for a wonderful week on the water! A vacation I will always remember. You are both exceptional humans and phenomenal at what you do.
Dillon, thanks for teaching me how to wakeboard (my new favorite hobby). Amanda, thanks for cooking us all the exquisite meals and introducing me to chocolate caramel coffee creamer - I´m addicted :)
Thank You!
Thank you for the trip of a lifetime!
Every day brought a new adventure - from the beaches, to the amazing meals, to the many details that were not missed, you guys made this week better than we could have imagined.
Thank you!
And now we have two great friends.
Best Captain/Crew EVER!
AMAZING.
Such a great week with great friends, old and new!
You both made each day new and fun for us!
I´m not sure when you sleep because you were always on from before we woke up until after we went to bed!
Best Captain/Crew ever, without a doubt!
Hope to see you soon!
Best Weeks Of My Life!
One of the best weeks of my life! Captain Dillon and Amanda are gems and made it all possible. Snorkeling, swimming, sunsets, sailing, wakeboarding, cocktail hour - I will remember it all.
Dillon, thanks for taking us all over the islands and letting me sail. Amanda, every meal was a pagent - you are a supremely gifted chef - haven´t eaten that well in years.
It was wonderful getting to know you both and sending time together.
Most Fantastic Hosts!
Captain Dillon and Chef Amanda were the most fantastic hosts! Incredibly focused on making sure each member of our family had a great time. Wonderful meals thanks to Amanda. Always positive, engaging and smiling.
We had an incredible time
Thank you.
Amazing Trip!!!
Captain Dillon and Chef Amanda truly were the BEST! they made out rrip exceptional and unforgettable.
We relaxed, did some sight-seeing, the food was amazing and the experience wa sa special one that´s for sure.
we love everything about this boat and crew who truly became part of our family.
thanks for everything.
An Exquisite Experience.
Thank you both for an exquisite experience.
The food presentation was only out done by the variety of fresh flavors. The details from table settings, to bedrooms and bath set up, to the flowers were on point.
Most appreciated are the stories shared, the experiences you created and the memories you will both always be part of. You two crew an awesome catamaran but it would simply be a boat without your skills, talents, humour and the love that oozes from you two towards your guests and boat.
Hope To Be Back ASAP
I don´t want to leave this fabulous catamaran.
What a week - Dillon and Amanda were the best. They made us feel very special and the food was spectacular. The service was even BETTER!!
Love them both! Hope to back on this boat ASAP!!
Beyond Our Dreams
You have made our dream trip exceed BEYOND our dreams - absolutely incredible.
We´ve used all the words in our vocabulary to express our gratitude and awe.
We will never never ever forget this experience - you are truly the best crew in the Caribbean!
Fabulous!
Thank you so much for providing such a memorable experience on the Big Nauti.
Your attention to detail, planning and hospitality are so appreciated.
The Big Nauti is a fabulous vessel. The amenities were top notch. Loved the yeti cups and great towels and linens. These things truly set you apart.
And the meals!! Exquisite! Such creativity and truly appreciate the healthy menu with flavor to spare.
...´Til we meet again
Enjoyed Every Stop We Made.
Thank you so much for an amazing experience!
Everything exceeded our expectations. Amanda and Dillon, we are so grateful we had you two as our crew. Amanda your food was absolutely delicious! You both were so accommodating. Dillon, we enjoyed every sailing experience and every stop we made. We will never forget the memories made. Y´all are the best.
Thanks For Going Above & Beyond
What an amazing experience you provided our friends! Thank you for going above and beyond to meet our needs. We look forward to seeing you in the future.
Mermaid Memories For Life!
Couldn´t be more thankful for Dillon and Amanda! Y´all are the best crew ever and made the experience! Thank you for allowing us to create memories that we will forever cherish.
Thankful that y´all knew the perfect spots to take us and the right things to suggest for our crew.
Amanda your food and service was amazing and Dillon perfect sailing. Y´all are top notch and the absolute best! Mermaid memories for life.
Doesn´t Begin To Cover It!
´Thank You´ doesn´t begin to cover it! We will always be forever grateful for everything you did to make our week filled with unforgettable memories, laughs and delish food and drinks! And this is just the beginning
A Highlight Of Our Family´s Adventures
Dillon and Amanda, thank you both for not only taking care of our tribe but for treating us as part of your ´boat family´ We´ve traveled across the world, but this past week will forever be a highlight of the Frank´s family adventures. Here´s to hoping this isn´t the last time we see you both!
Amazing Trip
Thank you for the most amazing trip across the US Virgin Islands! You definitely met all our needs! So kind, and you have the gift of service for sure.
Amanda, your cooking was unbelievable. you are a great chef. You are also the best first mate dillon could ask for!
A Real Treat.
A real treat as we had never sailed here.
The crew were always ready to serve with a smile and a calm presence! Thank you for the great trip. We will be sure to tell all about ´Big Nauti´ and its wonderful crew.
A Beautiful Yacht and Fantastic Crew!
What a beautiful cruise in a beautiful yacht and FANTASTIC crew. Amanda and dillon were the perfect crew - helpful and offered history of the USVI´s and great at finding the best moorings in St. John to allow us the escape to Paradise.
Great meals that were thoughtfully and nuturingly planned - great surprise with a lobster dinner, ceviche and horderves that could have been dinner!
Dillon´s capable sailing and guide to the Best of the Best in the USVI´s
Expectations were exceeded!
The yacht was brand new and in great shape. The rooms had plenty of space, the beds were comfortable and the A/C was very effective. Byron, Michelle and Scott were very pleasant and spent significant time with us after hours as well as going snorkeling and attending several meals off boat. They kept our drinks full at all times. We had a very good time. Byron was very familiar with all the best overnight spots and kept us in calm ports – which was not easy with three days of 20+ knot winds. Additionally, the crew accommodated us by picking us up in St. Johns which saved us time and money. Michelle is a true chef – the meals were excellent and filling. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were all great. She even went above and beyond by making me a delicious 50th birthday cake. Our expectations were exceeded with the quality of the boat and the crew .
