Boketto Description

BOKETTO is a brand new 2022 42´ Fountaine Pajot Astréa sailing catamaran is nothing short of extraordinary. She takes sailing charter yacht luxury to the next level as she boasts three large queen berths each with private ensuite baths including electric heads, vanity and separate showers. Cabins and yacht common areas offer wonderful natural lighting and great ventilation with full custom air-conditioning. The salon will seat all guests in comfort for lounging or dining with the exterior offering an alfresco dining experience to remember. Top deck seating and villa-style aft lounge area make this charter yacht one-of-a-kind. With numerous lounging areas to stretch out, there is plenty of space for gathering as a group or finding a private place for one or two to take all the Caribbean in.

Cruising Area of Boketto

Pref. Pick-upSt. Thomas, USVI
Other Pick-upTortola, BVI
Summer PortSt. Thomas, USVI
Winter PortSt. Thomas, USVI
Summer OperationsCaribbean Virgin Islands
Winter OperationsCaribbean Virgin Islands

Accommodations

Guests6
Cabins3
Crew2
Queen3
Showers2
Wash Basins3
Heads3
TP in HeadsYes
Electric Heads3
Accommodation Details
**There are only 2 showers on this vessel. Crew stay in starboard aft cabin. There may be instances where the crew will need to use the starboard shower that the guests use. Each cabin has it´s own heads & sinks. See layout for more details.

Bimini for helm station
Exterior window blinds for saloon
Foredeck cushions
2 bow seats
Garmin 2 smart cruising Autopilot
Radar
90 liter freezer
Cockpit fridge
Gas oven
Dishwasher coming soon
4 electric head large bowl
4 electric fans
Air conditioning and heating
9KW 50 hz genset
We will do after market fresh water maker. Boat will be fitted with the intake
Automatic Mainsail hook
MP10. Life raft

Specification

Length42 Feet
Beam23.6 Feet
Draft4.1 Feet
Built2022
A/CFull
A/C NightYes
DeckshowerYes
Guest Smokeaft scoop steps only
Children AllowedYes
Min Child AgeWater Safe
Water MakerYes
Ice MakerYes
Internet AccessOnboard WIFI
Generator9KW 50 hz genset
Max Speed9
Cruising Speed7
Turnaround48 hrs preferred, Inquire for

Water Sports

Dinghy (Feet)3.4 M
Dinghy Hp15HP engine
Dinghy Pax6
Sea ScootersYes
Snorkel GearYes
TubeYes
2-Man Kayak1
Floating MatsYes
Standup Paddle2
Beach GamesYes
Fishing GearYes
Gear TypeTrolling and Casting
Fishing Rods2
Other Toys
REFIT DETAILS: During the 2022/2023 season, Boketto has had these items replaced or upgraded: New Northern Lights 7.5Kw Generator, New Rainman water maker

Scuba Diving Scuba Diving Symbol

ScubaYacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Air CompressorNot Onboard

Entertainment

Salon Tv/DvdYes
Salon StereoYes
iPod/Device HookupsYes
CamcorderYes

Cuisine

Din-in6
Special DietsInq
KosherInq

Green Initiatives

Make Purified Drinking WaterYes
Re-Usable Water BottlesYes
Other Green Initiatives
Organic and local produce when available. Bio-friendly cleaning products.

Boketto Crew Profile

Crew Number2
Crew SmokeNo
Captain
CaptainLukata Samuel
NationalityUS
Born1996
License100T MASTER
Chef / First Mate
Chef / First MateBenita Marshall
NationalityUS
Born1997
License100T MASTER


Capt. Lukata Samuel
Lukata Samuel is a 100 ton Master Captain born and raised in the beautiful Virgin Islands with endless knowledge of the Virgin Island and surrounding islands. He began sailing at 8 years old at the St.Thomas Yacht Club where he found a love for sailing and continued learning and teaching . With his mind set, Lukata traveled to St. Vincent and Grenadines to teach sailing to the local youth. After this, he then began working on day charters in the Virgin Islands as well as in Puerto Rico.

Aside from sailing, Lukata is a locally known runner and triathlete and has competed in multiple triathlon events in the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. In their down time Lukata and Benita can be found competing in sailing races, volunteering in the local community as well as basking in the sun at some of their favorite hidden beaches. You can also catch them at the sailing and wellness program where they provide the fundamentals of sailing as well as the building blocks to a healthy lifestyle to the youth of St. Thomas.

Lukata has a passion for sharing the beautiful island experience with his guest while they indulge in the Caribbean lifestyle. He is determined to push the bounds of the ocean and create a tropical oasis experience for the guests. Lukata brings a diverse package to every charter. He provides farm fresh provisions, special Island tours, local eateries, local artists and much more to bring you deep into the islands food, fun, and culture . He loves it when his guest have a dream like island experience as this has been his pleasure and pride of his . “The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for a newer and richer experience” a quote that he strongly leads his life by. Come be Irie and catch the wind of wonders on Boketto as Captain Lukata sets sail on a lifetime experience in the Virgin Islands.


Chef Benita Marshall
Captain & Chef Benita Marshall is a flare of bright energy and a lover of sunset swimming & fresh pesto. With 2+ years of experience and upwards of 1000 nautical miles on near coastal waters as well as carrying her USCG Master 100 ton, Benita truly feels one with the ocean and is has surrendered to wherever the waves take her. Hailing from all over the Caribbean with family roots in several islands from Cuba to Trinidad, Benita considers herself “your local island explorer” of food, fun, culture and of course waves.

Benita comes alive in the kitchen and has the best time making art in the galley. With over 5 years in the culinary and restaurant industry, Benita is well versed in various diets and allergies, and believes that whatever you put into your body, should always make you feel better. “Making sure the guests dance when they eat” has always been her thrill and something she looks forward to when preparing delicious food. Benita and Lukata also help operate their local family farms of Meder Mogzit and Greenridge Guavaberry and provide a “farm to table” approach to dining so the freshness and love will always be tasted.

Rising to the motion of the ocean and the light of the sun is always something Benita wants to do for the rest of her life. Benita is a certified yoga and pilates instructor and believes that health is truly wealth, so mindful movement, meditation and breathing are some the things she loves to connect with her guests on. Benita is passionate about feeding the spirit within as well as having fun almost every second of her life, so you probably find her in prayer and meditation at 6am to doing flips off the boat 3 hours later.

Benita and Lukata offer a wide range of activities from farm tours, historic hikes to meeting with local musicians and artists as well as memorable experiences off land for all their guests to take as intangible souvenirs. With their Caribbean essence, Lukata and Benita indulge their guests in a behind the scene experience of culture, food, fun and the true “island life”.

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Boketto Reservations & Port Locations

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Mar 24, 2024Mar 30, 2024Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Apr 02, 2024Apr 09, 2024Booked: Tortola, West End, BVI to Tortola, West End, BVI
Apr 15, 2024Apr 21, 2024Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
Apr 27, 2024May 04, 2024Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
May 06, 2024May 12, 2024Booked: Tortola, To be Decided - BVI to Tortola, To be Decided - BVI
May 14, 2024May 22, 2024Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand
May 25, 2024Jun 01, 2024Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI*
Jun 02, 2024Aug 24, 2024Unavailable: Owner Use - BVI, USVI, SXM to Owner Use - BVI, USVI, SXM
Aug 25, 2024Dec 31, 2025Unavailable: Unavailable to Unavailable

Boketto Rates / week

The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.
Low price: $15,000
(normal rate)
High price: $17,000
(normal rate)

Boketto Special Offer!
Discount: 10%!
Offer: Boketto is offering a 10% discount for charters booked and completed by April 30th, 2024. Cannot be in conjunction with any other specials.
Old price: $15,000 - $17,000 / week
New price: $13,500 - $15,300 / week (Save: $1,500 - $1,700 / week)
Minimum nights: 5
Travel before: Apr/30/2024

Season2 Pax3 Pax4 Pax5 Pax6 Pax
2023/24 Winter$15,000$15,500$16,000$16,500$17,000
2024 Summer$15,000$15,500$16,000$16,500$17,000

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.

ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS


​BVI COMPLIANCE FOR THE 2023/2024 SEASON
Cruising Grounds: ​​British Virgin Islands & U.S. Virgin Islands
​Pick Up/Drop Off: St. Thomas or Tortola
Yacht: BVI-Based
Crew: Permanent Annual Work Permits
​BVI Customs & Cruising Permit Fees: Included.

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 ($150 off per person) - Includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners aboard - with all other meals to be taken ashore at client expense
2@$14,700 | 3@$15,050 | 4@$15,400 | 5@$15,750 | 6@$16,100

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@$14,850 | 3@$15,275 | 4@$15,700 | 5@$16,125 | 6@$16,550

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.

Boketto Guest Reviews

March 2024

Dear Lukata & Benita , our vacation to the Virgin Islands was OVER THE TOP!!! You two were the best hosts our 25 year anniversary celebration. All of your special touches did not go unnoticed. The table was set beautifully each day and each day was made even more magical with your decorations with ABOVE & BEYOND service . I’m not even sure where to begin as of describing the meals that were so lovingly prepared with the freshest of fruits and vegetables from the family farm and seafood cooked to perfection!!! You even took into consideration our love of steak and cooked the tenderest portion surrounded by the medley of flavors the sautéed spinach and the best home fries ever!!! AND THE LOBSTER!!!!! WOW WOW WOW!!! We knew that we were in for a treat when the cheese board welcomed us on board. Lukata you showed us the very best secluded spots to make each adventure better than the last. You set a perfect private beach day for our anniversary. You had the toys ready for us to paddle board, float and even an underwater motorcycle. (So cool)!! Your bartending was exquisite ! Over all you both made us feel like family. TRULY! We look forward to sharing our experience and traveling with you again soon! Love you both dear family! Joy and Brent Moye, March 10, 2024

February 2024

“Thanks for a great week on board. Food, drinks , friendship was outstanding. Keep making kid simple and you will enjoy it the most. God is good all the time . Casey & Mike”

February 2024

´Thanks for your hospitality, we’ve had an amazingly wonderful time. We have so many fond memories, your delicious meals, water toys, walks on the beach’s and so many more of all the opportunities to meet both of you . -Steve & Mary “

February 2024

Dear Benita & Lukata,
Thank you for a wonderful and relaxing adventure. I especially admire your pleasant and cheerful disposition. Life and health are a blessing as well as friendship, thank you for sharing both. Respectfully , Micheal Jenkins “

February 2024

Dear Ziggy & Benita,

Thank you for such an amazing week. You two made this an amazing trip, one I will never forget. Thanks for all the love and car you gave us. Benita your cooking is “so so good” , no restaurant down here can compare to your cooking! If you want to share the vegan key lime pie recipe, I would love to have it. You know how to reach me. I look forward to our next adventure, and we will definitely look you up to Captain our next voyage. Until next time,
Stephen B Hill
Kindston, NC , USA”

December 2023

“Benita and Ziggy, you both are AMAZING you have kind hearts in dear souls. Thanks so much for a wonderful trip. Hope to adventures again soon”. -Chris Boren

December 2023

“My dear friends- thank you so incredibly much for such an amazing experience from start to finish. You two gave me and my family, the adventure of a lifetime. This was my favorite vacation EVER , and will truly be one of my most treasured memories”. -Alyesse

December 2023

“What a tremendous trip with truly heartwarming people thank you for extra special treatment to celebrate the twins 30th. You two are the greatest with love and respect” , Dad/Bob Milano

December 2023

“ A trip of a lifetime. I enjoyed every second of this adventure: the food , the drinks, the snorkeling, and most of all the best company and crew turned family”. -Victoria

December 2023

“Words cannot express how amazing this trip and you both were . you are now part of my family. I love you. “Momma”

July 2023

Thank y’all so much for such a beautiful trip! We will be back for sure and can’t wait till you get your own boat some day. -Tom&Aryica

April 2023

All we can say is WOW! What an incredible experience. This was part 3 of our honeymoon and we didn’t think it could get any better. Lukata & Benita you simply made this magical ! The food . The knowledge. The service. Simply impeccable! We can’t wait to tell our friends! All the best now & in the future !
Fleming & Ambre James

April 2023

Dear Lukata & Benita, thank you for the wonderful experience we have enjoyed aboard the Boketto and all around St. Thomas and St. John. You have welcomed and loved us like family and fed us like royalty. We will take home memories and photos that we will cherish, and we will remember most fondly the live you showed us. Best wishes and full sails- Jason & Kristin Herring.

April 2023

Thank you for this amazing trip. You really made this a trip to remember. I wish the best for you and your future. Thank you again . -Josh Herring

March 2023

Benita & Lukata
Thank you for memories made for our family. We will cherish these times in our hearts always. Keep your love kindness and spirit at the forefront of all you do!

Much gratitude, Erin, Michael, Brendan (7), Clair (5) & Emery Brown . Fort Collins, Colorado

March 2023

All the way from Queens NY. I’d like to tell y’all thank you for a wonderful experience. Your kindness & attentiveness was greatly appreciated. From the meals , warmth of your spirit & the energy it meant the world to us. Wishing you much success, love , peace and blessings.

March 2023

What an amazing week!
This King and Queen are above and beyond golden.

March 2023

What an absolutely perfect week? Thank you for a unforgettable experience

What a fun trip! Thank you for the fun times and great memories

February 2023

On behalf of our group, I want to thank you so much for the hospitality, time and energy that you exerted to make our first crewed charter experience an amazing one. We felt safe, attended to and left feeling like we were long time family friends.

We would like to share what stood out as amazing from our vacation that we hope you continue:

The overall cleanliness of the main cabin and dining area
Again, your attention to our safety and health
The beautiful fire dance show!
We loved the water toys!
The Trinidad Doubles, Johnny Cakes and the Salmon with pesto pasta were absolutely delicious!

We are excited to see what the future holds for you. We were so impressed with your drive, professionalism and sincerely felt like we were leaving as family!

February 2023

Thank you both for everything you did to make this 50th birthday celebration a success!

February 2023

The water was beautiful, the views amazing. The food was delicious, but the best part of our 5 nights was the crew… their smiles , attentiveness and wonderful souls ! Thank you Benita and Lukata! -Skip & Eva

February 2023

What can I say? Jennifer had a spectacular birthday! You two are rockstars, the food was out of this world. I will never forget (my fellow cancerian ) Benita’s contagious smile ! Until next time - with love , Kamal

February 2023

Thanks for an amazing time, everything was perfect!

January 2022

Rating of Yacht & Crew:

5

Was the yacht comfortable and clean?

Yes the yacht was great, I prefer Lagoon yacht and this one did not disappoint

Was the yacht well ventilated?

Yes

Was the crew friendly and accommodating?

Benita and Lukata were outstanding and fun to be with. They could not do enough for us, they were very accomodating.

December 2022

Benita and Lukata were fabulous. Benita is an excellent cook and Lukata was a great Captain, very fun people.