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RumRunner

RumRunner | All-Inclusive BVI Catamaran Charter

A 2026 Heysea Seaview 59 sailing catamaran in the British Virgin Islands — five ensuite cabins for up to ten guests, fully crewed and all-inclusive.

Cabins: 5  ·  Length: 59 feet
Preferred pick-up: British Virgin Islands  ·  Flag: Marshall Islands
Rate: From $43,000/week (2 guests)
RumRunner is a brand-new (2026) 60-foot Heysea Seaview 59 sailing catamaran, developed jointly by British naval architect Bill Dixon and Heysea’s in-house design team. In place of the usual trampoline netting, her foredeck carries a wide cushioned sun pad, turning the bow into a proper lounging deck rather than just a walkway between the hulls. Aft, a built-in sofa and dining table sit beside a hydraulic swim platform that lowers to become a floating dock for swimming, paddleboarding, or diving in. Up top, a covered flybridge with a wet bar and sun cushions gives guests a shaded, elevated spot for sunset cocktails. Inside, the main-deck salon is wrapped in glass with doors at both the front and back, keeping the galley and dining area bright and connected to the water. Below deck, RumRunner sleeps up to 10 guests across five air-conditioned queen and twin cabins, each with its own en-suite head, plus a separate cabin for the two-person crew forward. The boat also leans hard into sustainability: roughly 1,700 watts of solar paneling and a 58kW lithium-ion battery bank let the air conditioning run all night without the generator, while twin 110hp diesels and a watermaker keep her self-sufficient.
Included
Meals and beverages onboard, prepared by the chefFuelMooring feesPrivate yacht and crew service (captain and chef)Insurance for the yacht and passengers (civil liability)Private air-conditioned queen/twin cabins, each with en-suite bathroom, bedding, towels, and beach towelsBVI taxes, fees, permits, National Park fees, and Customs/Immigration fees
Watersports & toys
Full range of watersports toys (dinghy, kneeboard, wakeboard, tube, stand-up paddleboards, snorkel gear for 10, sea scooters, beach games, fishing gear)
Onboard amenities
Onboard WiFi (Starlink)Full air conditioning, day and nightIce maker and water makerGenerator power
  • Minimum 5-night charter; shorter stays are pro-rated (6 nights = weekly rate Ă· 7 Ă— 6; 5 nights or fewer = weekly rate Ă· 6 Ă— number of nights)
  • Sleep-aboard option available at half the daily rate (boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail, and breakfast the next morning)
  • Standard embarkation/disembarkation is 12pm/12pm; 72-hour turnaround required between charters (24-48 hour turns available on request)
  • 2026 Christmas charter: 7-night minimum, $55,000 for 2-10 guests, must end no later than Dec 26
  • 2026 New Year’s charter: 7-night minimum, $72,000 for 2-10 guests, must start Dec 28 or later
  • Scuba diving is rendezvous-only (no compressor or dive gear aboard); Captain Bertie is a certified Dive Master
  • Rate does not include special guest requests, cancellation/travel insurance, airport transfers, or personal expenses
  • Half-Board Meal Plan: $150 per person discount off the charter rate — includes 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners aboard; remaining meals ashore at guest expense
  • Local Fare Meal Plan: $100 per person discount off the charter rate — includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners aboard; remaining meals ashore at guest expense
  • Children: $100 per child under 12. Infants: $500 per infant.

Meal-plan discounts are applied per person against the weekly charter rate for guests who choose to dine ashore for a portion of their meals.

RumRunner’s two-person team is led by Captain Bertie, an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore and Dive Master from South Africa with a background in mechanical and electrical engineering, who has cruised extensively through the Caribbean. In the galley, Chef Michelle, who traded a career in distribution and logistics for training at the Superyacht Culinary Academy, builds menus around local ingredients and guest preferences.

Bertie, Captain
Bertie
Captain
Nationality: South Africa
Michelle, Chef
Michelle
Chef
A week in Chef Michelle’s galley
Michelle, Chef aboard RumRunner
Lunch aboard RumRunner, cooked by Chef Michelle — BVI crewed catamaran charter1 / 10
Breakfast
Smoked salmon bagels with fresh dill, cream cheese, avocado, capers and crème brûlée grapefruit · poached eggs Florentine with wilted spinach and bacon on an English muffin under hollandaise · breakfast burritos with egg, cheese, tomato, sour cream, ham and mushrooms · French toast bread pudding with brown sugar and fresh berry compote · shakshuka, sunny-side-up eggs in a simmering mix of tomatoes, bell pepper, onion and garlic · crêpes with classic lemon and cinnamon sugar or banana and chocolate · avocado toast with Havarti, micro sprouts, smoked paprika and chilli oil · or the classic plate of eggs, bacon, toast, pancakes and breakfast sausage
Lunch
Caribbean chicken salad with aromatic chicken, bell peppers, red onion, grapes, apple and spicy mango chutney mayonnaise, alongside a bean salad of red and black beans, chickpeas, cucumber, tomato and red onion in sweet chilli · BBQ pork ribs in hickory sauce with sweet tangy potato salad and grilled corn · white fish paella with shrimp, chorizo, aromatic rice and a blend of vegetables · seared tuna niçoise with baby potatoes, egg, black olives, snap peas, mixed greens and Dijon dressing with warm bread · grilled chicken satay skewers with peanut sauce, apple and beet feta salad, fresh mint, parsley and jasmine rice · beef and zucchini wraps with ground beef, jalapeño, sour cream, salsa, cheese, romaine, feta and olives · or fish and vegetable pie with a creamy filling under cheesy mashed potatoes
Dinner
To begin: caramelized onion and brie tart · beetroot and goat's cheese salad with walnuts and tangy balsamic · smoked oyster mousse · balsamic bruschetta on French bread with tomatoes, Parmesan, garlic and fresh basil · halloumi, carrot and orange salad · cucumber and papaya salad in a sweet and sour dressing · or butternut soup. Mains: garlic butter lobster tails with yellow rice and coleslaw · seared steak with mashed potatoes and sweet carrots · mahi-mahi fillets with zesty lemon garlic, butter and herb couscous, grilled asparagus and julienne peppers · pork tenderloin in orange brandy sauce with crisp BBQ broccoli and sweet potato mash · garlic sautéed shrimp with fettuccine and oven-roasted zucchini, eggplant, pumpkin and red pepper in a light cream sauce · grilled shrimp and vegetable skewers with Mediterranean salad · or sweet and savoury teriyaki chicken with seasonal vegetables and spinach rice
Dessert
Cappuccino cheesecake · apple crumble with cream · chocolate brownies and ice cream · key lime pie · crème brûlée · tiramisu · or mango mousse
A taste of what Chef Michelle cooks, not a fixed menu — and some of the best nights aboard are the ones where dinner is a surprise.
“We just got back from a 10 day cruise throughout the BVI's. We traveled with our daughter and son- in- law's family. It was a great and fun trip and we made lots of wonderful memories and saw many beautiful sights.
Captain Chrisjan and his beautiful and charming wife, Chef Cleona, made sure we were very comfortable while sailing with them on the "Rum Runner". I cannot say enough about Chrisjan and Cleona. They are a decent, caring, fun loving and kknowledgeable couple. I couldn't have ask for a better trip. Being with family, on a beautiful boat, with a fun crew, outstanding food and drink and cruising the BVI's…wow! 

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Charter Guest · 2026
“We have been chartering boats for the past 5 years. This year we booked with Authentic and it was amazing.
We have two families and spend 7 nights on the water. Chrisjan and Cleona our captain and chef took amazing care of both families. We saw all the sites and wasn't disappointed about with one thing. Highly recommend.
Very professional, very clean and amazing food.”
Charter Guest · 2026
“Our week in the BVls aboard Rum Runner with Captain Christjan and Chef Cleona was nothing short of incredible. This was our second charter, and it far exceeded every expectation we had.
Captain Christjan was outstanding his knowledge of the islands, thoughtful itinerary planning, and professionalism made the entire experience seamless, while still keeping things fun and relaxed. We always felt like we were in the best hands.
Chef Cleona absolutely blew us away with her cooking. Every meal from breakfast to lunch to dinner was delicious and beautifully prepared. Her special South African dessert was such a unique and memorable touch!
Together, they made the perfect team. They anticip…”
Charter Guest · 2026
Nights
Guests

Available Booked Hold Unavailable 48h turnaround Your charter Boarding / departure day (half day) Closed — hurricane season

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