Cruising Area of Ikigai
Accommodations
Ikigai Specification
Water Sports
- 4 complete golfsets
- 2 dive sets (for competent and qualified divers only)
- a kitesurfing set (15m kite, custom boards in ikigai house-style) - the boards can be used for wakeboarding
- hammocks
Scuba Diving 
Cuisine
Ikigai Crew Profile
Captain
Stewardess
Andreas Buhl
Captain
Austrian
Sail and Work Experience
Andreas grew up in a sailing family and has been involved in sailing and boat maintenance since childhood. With over 20 years of licensed experience in the yachting industry, he has served as captain and skipper across Europe and internationally. His background includes hands-on involvement in yacht refits, equipping him with a solid understanding of engineering and maintenance. Andreas enjoys all sorts of water sports, as well as fishing and the preparation of fine sea food. More recently, he has formed a professional Captain/Hostess team with his wife Katrin, delivering seamless and memorable charter experiences.
Job Description
As Captain, the overall running of the vessel is Andreas’ responsibility; this includes the navigation, safety, and experience of all onboard. He ensures that IKIGAI runs smoothly and efficiently whilst adhering to all the appropriate regulations.
Licenses and Qualifications
• RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Commercial Endorsement
• RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean Commercial Endorsement
• RYA/MCA Short Range Certificate
• STCW95 Personal Safety & Social Responsibility, Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention and Firefighting, Elementary First Aid
• Yachtmaster Licence (sail & power) for Navigation Areas 1 & 2 - Austrian Yachting Association (ÖSV)
• PADI Open Water Certificate
Languages:
German, English, Spanish, Dutch
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Katrin Groch
Stewardess
German
Sail and Work Experience
Katrin has been sailing with the captain for the past four years and has completed two ocean crossings, demonstrating her reliability and capability at sea. With a professional background as a Personal Assistant, she brings strong experience in VIP communication and support. Onboard, she enjoys stewardess duties and cooking, contributing to a warm and professional atmosphere while enhancing the overall guest experience.
Job Description
Katrin is responsible for interior duties including guest hospitality, meal service, and maintaining cleanliness and comfort throughout the yacht. Her background in VIP support ensures attentive and discreet service, while her enjoyment of cooking adds a personal touch to onboard life.
Languages
German, English
Ikigai Calendar
Ikigai does currently not provide a calendar or bookings list. Please inquire for more information.
Ikigai Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: €28,000
High price: €32,000
The high and low prices of this yacht depend on both the number of guests and the traveling season. Send us an inquiry for exact pricing.
Yacht terms: Plus Expenses
The price includes a professional crew operating your chartered yacht, but all running expenses such as fuel, tax, provisions and any other costs are extra. Calculate between 20-30% for a sailing yacht and 30-40% for a motor yacht on top of the given rate with an APA cash payment made to the ships agent or captain, who will keep an open tap and produce full accounts of all expenditures. Unused APA money will be refunded. Inquire for more information.
ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS
Summer High Season: 32,000 EUR / week + VAT + APA
Summer Low Season: 28,000 EUR / week + VAT + APA
Summer 2025 and 2026 - West Mediterranean
Ikigai Guest Reviews
June 2024 - Broker Feedback :
“They (the client) never give any details of their trips. But this time they were extremely happy with the boat and the captain!”
September 2023 - Broker Feedback :
“We had the pleasure of chartering Sailing Yacht IKIGAI for our clients for a two-week trip September 2023. IKIGAI exceeded all expectations of the guests. Feedback indicated she was immaculate and beautifully appointed, offering both comfort and style throughout our journey.
However, what made their experience truly exceptional was the crew. From the very beginning, they were attentive, friendly, and accommodating to all their requests and the many guest changes. Their warm professionalism created an inviting and relaxed atmosphere onboard.
The principal guest remarked that it was ´the trip of a lifetime,´ and the other guests expressed their desire to charter IKIGAI again in the future.
Great boat and great experience for everyone, including us, the booking brokers.”
April 2023 Charter in the BVIs - Client Feedback :
We had a great time, the Ikigai is a beautiful sailing boat and Joren & Lotte took great care of us. We preferred the most secluded bays which we stayed at which were absolutely fantastic and felt very special.
Some of the initial out dining options were not that great but Joren / Lotte found some better ones towards the end. Dining on board was excellent.
We had a great time diving as well.
Overall, it was a wonderful experience.
Thanks again for your help organising