Soggy Doggy Description
Crafted with versatility at its core, we present the next evolution of Leopard Catamarans: the Leopard 50. This vessel is set to succeed one of the most iconic and best-selling models in our fleet, the award-winning Leopard 48. The Leopard 50 boasts an optimal layout for enthusiasts of open-air living. It features a flybridge replete with a lounge area, table, sunbed, and options for external speakers and a shade awning. Floating stairs from the aft cockpit ensure easy access. What sets this flybridge design apart from others in its class is the spaciousness; even under sail, passengers can roam the flybridge with generous headroom, free from any hindrance by the boom. Moreover, the flybridge´s positioning ensures continuous engagement with the helm station, a signature touch found in all Leopard Catamarans. TOYS: 2 Stand Up Paddle Boards, Subwing, Kneeboard, 2 person towable Tube, Snorkeling Gear, Floating Dock, 2 person lounge float with shade canopy, large inflatable light up swan float, noodles, other floats, 4 yoga mats.
Cruising Area of Soggy Doggy
Accommodations
1 master owners suite, 2 queen cabins
Specification
Water Sports
2 Stand Up Paddle Boards, Subwing, Kneeboard, 2 person towable Tube, Snorkeling Gear, Floating Dock, 2 person lounge float with shade canopy, large inflatable light up swan float, noodles, other floats, 4 yoga mats.
Scuba Diving 
Entertainment
Cuisine
Green Initiatives
Soggy Doggy Crew Profile
Captain
Chef / First Mate
Born and raised in Dallas, I moved to Colorado at the age of 20 to finish up my degree at the University of Colorado. After school I spent 18 years in Colorado and had a career as a financial auditor and a volunteer firefighter. In 2009 I realized my life-long dream of owning a boat and cruising the world. I cruised my boat along the Gulf and East Coasts of America for a year, the Bahamas for another year, and finally made it to the Virgin Islands.
By the time I arrived in the Virgin Islands I learned that entertaining guests aboard my vessel was my favorite part of the experience. Since then I have been a charter boat captain for 12 years and 170+ charters… and counting. I have run charters in the Virgin Islands, the Leeward & Windward Islands, the Greater Antilles, and Central America, becoming quite a staple in the Caribbean charter scene.
I have always had a love for cooking and during my long chartering career I have developed many highly received dishes. In fact, I have written a successful cookbook called “Cooking On The Guiding Light” that is filled with recipes I cook on charter and stories from my cruising life. My homemade bread become famous enough it has earned me the nickname “The Bread Captain”.
In addition to being a captain and chef, I love to teach sailing as an ASA instructor, taking people snorkeling to see what is under the sea, free diving, playing board games, sharing my passion for the history of the various areas I have visited, and basically anything else that makes my guests have the “vacation of their life!” You can say that I have set the standard for certain types of charters.
Lilia Pacheco
I grew up in Guadalajara, the 2nd largest city in Mexico, with 6 brothers and a sister. As a person who always has had a quest for knowledge, I obtained a master’s degree in Design & Development of New Products from the University of Guadalajara. I starting my career as a high school teacher, but realized how awful teenagers can be (haha). Over several years I transitioned to becoming a university professor of marketing, which is a position I held for 17 years.
I have three wonderful grown children. My oldest is 29 and became a social media influencer…after obtaining her medical degree! What a world we live in now!!! My second daughter is 22 and studying to become a lawyer, but has become quite the business woman in the meantime. My baby boy is 21 and studying to become an environmental urban planner through the architecture school.
My Voyage
My time on a boat only started once I met Shane, but I have enjoyed every minute of it since then. We have cruised the Greater Antilles and Central America since I have been aboard. My favorite places to visit were Cuba, the Honduras Bay Islands, and Panama’s San Blas Islands. I never knew how much I would enjoy interacting with guests and making sure everyone is happy while I am assisting Shane to show guests the joys of each new location. My favorite parts of a charter is leading a morning workout on the bow, fixing breakfast fruit bowls, and game nights.
Moving Forward
Since meeting Shane I have moved full forward into this new adventure by retiring from my professor position. During the offseason I have loved the amazing adventures we have taken. From Shane showing my my own country to traveling down the Amazon River on a local river boat.
Motto
Well behaved women rarely make history!
Soggy Doggy Calendar
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Soggy Doggy Reservations & Port Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Details (Holds can be challenged) |
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| Apr 24, 2024 | Apr 30, 2024 | Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI* |
| May 03, 2024 | May 13, 2024 | Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI* |
| May 14, 2024 | May 19, 2024 | Booked: Owner Use - St. Thomas to Owner Use - St. Thomas |
| May 24, 2024 | May 31, 2024 | Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* |
| Jun 05, 2024 | Jun 11, 2024 | Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI* |
| Jun 15, 2024 | Jun 22, 2024 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Jul 04, 2024 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* |
| Jul 06, 2024 | Jul 12, 2024 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Jul 26, 2024 | Jul 29, 2024 | Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI |
| Aug 01, 2024 | Oct 31, 2024 | Unavailable: Unavailable to Unavailable |
| Nov 06, 2024 | Nov 12, 2024 | Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* |
| Nov 29, 2024 | Dec 05, 2024 | Hold: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
| Feb 15, 2025 | Feb 22, 2025 | Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI* |
| Mar 08, 2025 | Mar 15, 2025 | Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI* |
| Mar 29, 2025 | Apr 04, 2025 | Booked: Yacht Haven Grand to Yacht Haven Grand |
Soggy Doggy Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: $22,000
(normal rate)High price: $24,000
(normal rate)Soggy Doggy Special Offer!
Discount: 10%!
Offer: Soggy Doggy offers a 10% discount for charters booked & completed by July 31th, 2024. Cannot be in conjunction with any other specials.
Old price: $22,000 - $24,000 / week
New price: $19,800 - $21,600 / week (Save: $2,200 - $2,400 / week)
Minimum nights: 5
Travel between: May/01/2024 - Jul/31/2024
| Season | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023/24 Winter | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 |
| 2024 Summer | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 |
| 2024/25 Winter | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 |
| 2025 Summer | $22,000 | $22,500 | $23,000 | $23,500 | $24,000 |
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.
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.
HALF-BOARD RATES: Discount of $150 per person
Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches and 4 dinners ashore at client expense. Also see Local Fare option below.
2@$21,700 | 3@$22,050 | 4@$22,400 | 5@$22,750 | 6@$23,100
LOCAL FARE MEAL PLAN: Discount of $75 per person
Includes: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense.
2@$21,850 | 3@$22,275 | 4@$22,700 | 5@$23,125 | 6@$23,550
HOLIDAYS
CHRISTMAS: 1-6 pax @ $27,000 per week
NEW YEARS: 1-6 pax @ $29,000 per week
CAPTAIN ONLY
SOGGY DOGGY AND CAPTAIN ARE QUALIFIED FOR OUR CAPTAIN360 PROGRAM.
2-6 @ $16,000
CAPTAIN360 DETAILS INCLUDE:
CONCIERGE SERVICES
Provisioning assistance
Boat welcome swag as a souvenir
Assistance in the galley
Captain’s dinner (one per week)
After meal clean-up assistance
Preparing ‘Captain’s Cocktails’
Making restaurant reservations
Day trip / rendezvous reservations
Onshore excursion reservations
Daily salon tidying
Mid-week linens offering for guests
Hassle-free coordination of bookings for moorings, anchoring, trash, ice, etc.
Capturing photos to present at end
Orchestrates fun water sport activities
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Cruising grounds experience & knowledge
Onshore activity recommendations
Fun and engaging captain safety briefings
Restaurant advice
Custom itinerary maps provided for take home
Themed music & playlists
Included Yacht Amenities
Snorkel gear
Paddle boards, Kayaks & Lilly Pads
Basic linens & indoor towels
High quality linens & indoor & outdoor towels
Shampoo, soap, toilet paper and paper towels
Sunscreen & bug spray
Onboard WiFi
Onboard & beach games
Welcome yacht swag to take home
GUEST BENEFITS
An overall superior Captain-Only charter experience
A dedicated and knowledgable Captain to ensure your vacation is easy & fun!
Immense value add compared to other Captain-Only & Bareboat charter types
Relationship building with Captain to generate future booking comfortability
Access to advanced yacht amenities
Excludes: Food, beverages, bar, ice, fuel, mooring or dock fees, customs, port and immigration fees, cruising permits, airport transfers, and shore excursions.
Includes: Captain, paper products, basic condiments, propane, water, use of all water toys.
Soggy Doggy Guest Reviews
December 2023
Had a wonderful sail into 2024! Thank you for everything! - Lindsay
Many thanks for making this a really fabulous trip and providing coffee, prosecco, fabulous food and 5pm drinks! - Christina
Thank you so much for hosting a perfect New Year’s full of snorkeling, sun, & sailing. Will always miss the drink of the day! - Sarah Wesley
December 2023
This is our 4th trip to St John’s and Shane & Lily showed us almost all brand new places and snorkel sites to us. We went to some of the most beautiful places we’ve ever seen! We loved the snorkeling, the great company, and the delicious food! To many delicious desserts! Thank you for being our guides around this beautiful island and for taking such good care of us. Lauren, Eric, Anna, & Jack Baylin
March 2023
Shane & Lily, Thank you for a wonderful trip through Honduras. The sails, the snorkels, the land tours. All were spectacular. The quiet bays with nighttime breezes sensational and kayaking supurb. Love you both. See you next year!! Safe sailing and traveling. - Barbara
Shane & Lily, Thanks for a great 2 weeks – as usual, the whole trip was great! Your knowledge of great snorkeling spots, the food and desserts were delicious! And the “rough water sailing” & motoring was lots of fun! You both did a great job! I have lots of great pictures & memories! - Laura Kay
Lily & Shane, Thank you for a wonderful vacation. We still need to seek out those whale sharks! - Connie
Thx Lily & Shane. Great sailing & snorkeling trip! We could tell that you put in a special effort to make it all fun & smooth! - Erik
February 2023
Thank you for your hospitality & kindness during our stay. We had a great time. This was an experience of a lifetime & we will cherish the adventure. Please be safe in your travels. We loof forward to following you! - John & Lana Crawford, Scott & Debby Gann, and Susan Crawford
January 2023
We had such a blast on our first trip aboard the Guiding Light. The snorkeling was epic everywhere we stopped, as Mona said “like swimming in an aquarium”. The stops at Hideaway Caye and Ranguana were special highlights. We loved the DOTDs – goombay smash being quite a hit! It was the first time our whole family had been on a sailboat in over 15 years, and Jack’s first Cannon family adventure. Y’all made it so special and effortless. Big thanks for helping us ring in the New Year! - Marc, Mona, Brenna, Kendall Cannon & Jack Brown
December 2022
We loved our second trip (& 2nd Christmas) on the Guiding Light! Exploring the islands of Belize was amazing with Captain Shane. Our favorite events were swimming on the beautiful beaches and sandbars, finding islands that we had all to ourselves, and jumping off the boat with Captain Shane & Lily. Santa even came to visit Christmas morning! We will never forget our Christmas Eve adventure next to the cruise ship island :) and the miracle of getting to Tutti Fruiti ice cream before they closed! We can’t wait for our third visit (wherever it may take us) on the Guiding Light! - Danny, Alanna, Maggie (13), Thomas (11), Gabriel (8), and Matthew (5)
November 2022
First time on a cat, won’t be our last! Had an amazing time floating down the Rio, hiking waterfalls, swimming with nurse sharks, racing dolphins, helping baby turtles to get to sea, and so many more memorable things it’s hard to list them all. We had a blast and thank you so much for all the cool experiences! - Justin, Annie, Donavin, & Gavin Ness
June 2022
Thank you SO MUCH Shane & Lily for creating lasting lifetime memories! Our favorite memory by far was swimming with the nurse sharks and sting rays AND the drink of the day of course! We wish you the best in your future adventures. :) - Tara, Paige, Tyler, Royce, & Vi
April 2022
Thank you for everything Shane & Lily. We had the time of our lives. I enjoyed taking y’all on land and y’all took us around water. The food and desserts were very good. We had a great time. Thank you. We will miss y’all. PS – Brownies were great, cookies also. - Jose (42), Kelli (42), Nevaeh (13), & Josi (11)
February 2022
Thx for the fun trip, good snorkeling, swimming, and other water activities. - Erik
Hope we see you again in 2023. Belize? Safe travels! - Connie
Thanks – especially for the chance to see the octopus! Another fun time in the Caribbean. - Laura Kay
Thank you for the USVI 2022 adventure tour. Best wishes to you and Lily as you explore your sailing and exploring new areas. - Barbara
January 2022
Thank you Shane for the incredible journey and memories! I think you fit right into the craziness of our family and helped make it an unforgettable trip. Thanks again and safe sailing! - Derek “Big Feet” Toomey
Amazing trip w/ the best captain! Had the best time on our first sailing charter. It was the perfect trip to get out of the cold. Thank you for the hospitality. - Brad Toomey & Jenna Rehorst
Shane, you did a fantastic job making my 50th birthday a fun filled adventure. I really enjoyed the snorkeling, sailing, diving, cooking, & games. I’m looking forward to making your famous bread & your drinks of the day at home. Thanks again! - Siobhan Killeen
I am a smarter man for have spent time with Shane… Not just sailing & NFL, but many other important knowledge facts. Thanks for the conversation. Cheers. - Tom Toomey
