St. Croix 
St John 
Charlotte Amalie 
Gregerie Channel 
KELEA Yacht Description
Catamaran KELEA, a Privilege 65 accommodating up to 10 guests in cruising comfort, with a master king guest suite, and 4 equal queen-berth guest suites.
Advertised by DMA Yachting, the breathtaking charter yacht KELEA is a 65 ft sailing catamaran. The key elements of KELEA are her most appealing features and inviting socializing areas. KELEA spends the summer and winter season in US Virgin Islands. She was constructed by the well-known ship builder Privilege in 1996. An elegant refit was completed in 2012/13. The ingenious yacht layout features 4 generous cabins and easily accommodates up to 8 guests.
KELEA is introduced primarily as a sailing catamaran. The yacht layout radiates from the main saloon, which connects to the aft deck. The aft deck is generous, with a prominent dining and seating area and that's where most of the meals are served. The fascinating cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. The cabins are located in the 2 massive hulls. Multiple portholes offer desirable views, while providing privacy if needed.
The sailboat features 2 X 110 HP Yanmars engines .
Accommodation
Up to 8 guests in a centreline king suite and three queen berth guest suites.Kelea is fully air-conditioned throughout and makes her own purified water onboard.
What is the cabin arrangement of KELEA?
- 1 Master cabin
- 3 VIP cabins
KELEA
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Weekly price: $27,000 - $30,000
Low Season | High Season
- Length: 65'
- # of Guests: 8
- # of Cabins: 4
- # of Crew: 2
- Builder: Privilege
- Built Year: 1996
- Refit: 2012/13
KELEA Charter Price Details
| Season Name | 2 guests | 3 guests | 4 guests | 5 guests | 6 guests | 7 guests | 8 guests | 9 guests | 10 guests | 11 guests | 12 guests |
| Winter 2022 to 2023 | $27,000 | $27,000 | $27,000 | $27,750 | $28,500 | $29,250 | $30,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2022 | $27,000 | $27,000 | $27,000 | $27,750 | $28,500 | $29,250 | $30,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Summer 2023 | $27,000 | $27,000 | $27,000 | $27,750 | $28,500 | $29,250 | $30,000 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
KELEA Yacht Charter Price
| # of charter days | Base Price | APA (deposit for provisioning, fuel, docking fees, etc) | Total | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 day charter | 54,000$ to 60,000$ | 10,800$ to 18,000$ | 64,800$ to 78,000$ | Discounts outside the main season are common. | |
| 7 day charter | 27,000$ to 30,000$ | 5,400$ to 9,000$ | 32,400$ to 39,000$ | Standard charter rate, base for all calculations. | |
| 3 day charter | 13,500$ to 15,000$ | 2,700$ to 4,500$ | 16,200$ to 19,500$ | The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 27,000$ / 6 * 3 days = 13,500$ |
All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.
Price Details
Price from: $27,000
High season rate: $30,000
Rates are for 1 King berth suite, 3 Queen berth suites.
Christmas Week
For 7 nights aboard: 8 guests - US$34,000
New Years Week
For 7 nights aboard: 8 guests - US$35,500
Charters outside the Virgins:
Regardless of whether or not a vessel may or may not include taxes in the vessel's listed charter fees for Virgin Islands charters, in general, no fees, port dues, nor taxes are included in the charter fee for any charter outside the Virgin Islands unless otherwise agreed.Rates are for 1 King berth suite, 3 Queen berth suites.
Christmas Week
For 7 nights aboard: 8 guests - US$34,000
New Years Week
For 7 nights aboard: 8 guests - US$35,500
Charters outside the Virgins:
Regardless of whether or not a vessel may or may not include taxes in the vessel's listed charter fees for Virgin Islands charters, in general, no fees, port dues, nor taxes are included in the charter fee for any charter outside the Virgin Islands unless otherwise agreed.
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Diving Onboard
CERTIFIED DIVERS
All 7-day charters aboard Kelea include 3 dives for certified divers. Additional dives can be added based upon weather, itinerary and captain’s discretion.
TRY SCUBA / DISCOVER SCUBA DIVE
This is a course for non-certified divers. This allows you to get your feet wet and enjoy the thrills of diving. The course includes a small classroom setting and some basic in-water skills training. Once you have mastered these skills, you will continue to a beautiful, shallow reef dive at a maximum depth of 40 feet. These dives can also count towards an Open Water Scuba Certification but do not result in certification alone.
COURSES FOR CERTIFICATION
We recommend starting your course before you come by finding a local dive shop to complete your classroom and online learning along with your pool work. When you get to Kelea, we do your check-out dives for certification in the beautiful, crystal clear waters of the Virgin Islands.
Another option is for you to complete your basic certification course from start to finish with Shawn and Autumn! Please contact crew directly for availability and course requirements.
NIGHT DIVES
Yes - Inquire
WET SUITS
Inquire for size and availability
***3 dives included in charter cost for certified divers***
Additional Dives*: $50 per dive, per diver - dependent on circumstances (ie: total # of divers, weather, safety, logistics etc).
Try Scuba: $150/diver, this course does not provide a certification upon completion
Referrals: $200/diver
Basic Open Water Scuba Course: $300/diver (excludes book fee with online code)
Advanced Scuba Diver Course: $150 (excludes book fee with online code)
Nitrox Course: $100 (excludes book fee with online code and equipment rental)
*Additional dives are based upon weather, itinerary and at Captain’s discretion. Seven dives maximum during the charter week.
All dives and Try Scuba courses include tank fills, all gear including weights and dive lights, briefings and a licensed scuba instructor serving as your guide.
Fishing
Green Initiatives
Water Sports
Crew Information
Captain: Shawn Hardesty & Phil Pattat-Barrat
Kelea’s Two Crews
Shawn and Autumn Hardesty, Spring and Summer Captain and Chef/Mate
Shawn’s love for the ocean began when he was only a few months old on the coast of North Carolina. Shawn grew up in Carolina Beach, NC where he learned to read the wind and waves and developed a passion to share his love of the ocean with others.
Shawn graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2011 with a degree in Marine Biology. Shortly after college, Shawn moved to Nicaragua to pursue his love of the ocean and worked as a Captain and surf guide for NicaSurf tours.
Following a couple great years in Central America, Shawn moved back to the states to continue his life on the water. In doing so, Shawn has spent the past 5 years working aboard world class super yachts. In which time, he has obtained his USCG Captains License as well as his American Sailing Association Certification.
Autumn was born in Michigan where she grew up swimming in the freshwater of the Great Lakes. After high school she studied massage therapy and yoga in Costa Rica where she fell in love with the salty ocean and travelling to new places. In 2013, Autumn moved to Florida to become a yacht stewardess. A job that would take her to many exotic places, even all the way back to lake Michigan.
For the last five years, Autumn has worked on multiple world class yachts in which she collaborated closely with five-star chefs from around the world. Learning from her yacht chef coworkers, she has developed a passion for creating exciting and healthy dishes that create memories.
Shawn and Autumn met in September of 2013 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where they were both searching for their first superyacht jobs. A week later, they found separate jobs on different boats, starting three years of long distance dating. In December of 2016, they decided it was time for an adventure and decided to travel New Zealand for a year together in a campervan they renovated themselves.
Shawn and Autumn love to spend time on the water, whether it’s diving, snorkeling, surfing, paddling or sailing. They are excited to bring their captain and crew knowledge of charter yachts to give you a sailing vacation you won’t forget.
Phil Pattat-Barrat and Florence Laidler - Autumn and Winter Crew
Captain Phil
Growing up in London Phil worked extensively within the hospitality industry. His vast experience managing teams in different restaurants throughout London and the quaint English countryside of Kent taught him the high standards of excellent customer care and service he brings to yachting.
Travelling with Florrie to Bali, Australia and California before settling in Antigua where Phil qualified as an RYA yacht master offshore has transformed Phil’s passion in life to sailing. He loves being on the ocean and enjoying the outdoors. Phil has a broad and in depth knowledge of the Caribbean from Antigua to Grenada; and has even completed an Atlantic crossing - an experience and adventure he will never forget!
He looks forward to sharing his passion with guests and taking them around the beautiful Virgin Islands. His favourite part of the day is entertaining guests with craft cocktails and tales of adventures while the sun sets.
Florrie - First mate/ Dive Instructor/ Chef
With an incredibly lively, outgoing, sparkly personality Florrie will make your vacation as enjoyable and as fun as possible! Florrie takes great delight in sharing the flavours of the world with you. Quality of produce and locally sourced fresh foods remain the mainstay of her cooking.
A traveller from an early age Florrie has a great appreciation for the cuisine and culture of many different countries. With a degree in Marine Science she has travelled and worked extensively in the marine industry, as well as earning her dive instruction certification. Working aboard the largest commercial sailing Trimaran in the world as the chief stewardess in the British Virgin Islands allowed her to refine her skills and cement her belief in superior customer service. Armed with the knowledge of awesome diving and snorkelling spots throughout the BVI she’s sure to add amazing adventures to your vacation.
As a RYA Yacht master with experience across the Caribbean including an Atlantic crossing she’s a great help to Phil when she’s not in the galley!
Menu
A sampler from Florrie’s Galley aboard KELEA
Breakfast
Fresh fruit, juice or fruit smoothie, coffee and a selection of tea are served with breakfast every day.
Thick cut toast topped with smashed avocado, scrambled or poached eggs with crispy bacon and baked 'on the vine' cherry tomatoes.
Smoked salmon on a toasted bagel spread with cream cheese, capers and topped with pickled red onion and a sprinkle of dill.
American style pancakes served with butter and/or maple syrup with a side of crispy bacon and/or mixed berries.
English breakfast with a choice of fried or scrambled egg, baked beans, fried mushrooms, sliced baked tomatoes, crispy bacon, sausages and toast with butter.
Breakfast burritos made with scrambled cheesy eggs, crumbled sausage, tomato salsa, guacamole and sour cream.
Mixed egg muffins served three ways with a choice of tomato, spinach, mozzarella and/or bacon, cheddar and/or garlic, mushroom and pepper. Breakfast sausage served on the side.
Continental style breakfast which includes a selection of yoghurt, local organic honey and granola with fresh baked banana bread, mini croissants and with a choice of spreads and butter.
Lunch
Served family style
Mahi Mahi fish tacos and pink chilli mayo served with tortilla chips, salsa and guacamole.
Classic chicken or grilled fish Caesar salad and/or wrap with homemade croutons and homemade anchovy based creamy dressing.
Spicy jerk chicken thighs with potato salad and corn on the cob.
Grilled shrimp and broccoli with cashew sauce served with Asian noodles.
Chicken fajitas.
Traditional European salad Nicoise.
Garlic, honey and rosemary chicken over a mixed salad with arugula, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts and a balsamic glaze with a choice of lemon vinaigrette dressing.
Appetizers
Traditional cheese board
Sundried tomato, pesto and parmesan pinwheel
Greek meze platter
Mini Bruschetta
Baked brie or camembert drizzled with honey and/or almonds
Asparagus cigars wrapped in puff pastry with cream cheese and salmon
Charcuterie board
Dinner
Pork tenderloin with a creamy Dijon mustard sauce served mashed potato and roasted asparagus.
Sticky jerk salmon served with basmati rice and a red pepper and mango slaw.
Prosciutto wrapped chicken served with roasted vegetables, green salad and a buttery white wine sage sauce.
Homemade beef burgers served in a brioche bun with salad, grilled onions and cheese, paprika potato wedges and your choice of sauce.
Seared Wahoo with a honey, soy glaze and pineapple salsa served with rice.
Chicken marinara served on a bed of spaghetti with grilled garlic bread on the side.
Coconut curried sweet potato, butternut squash and chickpea stew served with rice and roti skin.
Desserts
Tropical filo pastry nest with pineapple, mango and banana served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Classic Pavlova with mixed fruits.
Chocolate fondant in individual ramekins served with a scoop of coconut ice cream.
Red wine poached pears with mascarpone cream.
Banoffee pie.
Blueberry cheesecake with single cream.
Chocolate orange pot de crème with candied orange peel.
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A sampler from Autumn's galley aboard KELEA
BREAKFAST / Served with fresh and local fruits
Breakfast Enchiladas
sage ground sausage / roasted pobllno pepper / local eggs
Butterscotch Banana Bread
Caribbean grown bananas / coconut custard creme / hickory smoked bacon
Florentine Eggs
poached eggs / wilted spinach / homemade artisan bread / stone-ground mustard hollandaise
Lemon-Blueberry French Toast
homemade pound cake / maple butter creme fraiche
Huevos Rancheros
pan fried corn tortilla / fried egg / locally sourced greens and fresh fruit
LUNCH
Caribbean Jerk Shrimp Salad
lime dressed arugula / papaya pico de gallo / homemade marinated onions
Roasted Cauliflower and Orzo Salad
Whole wheat orzo / roasted cauliflower / organic cranberries / blackened chicken / lemon-shallotmarinated spinach
Coconut-Crusted Fish Tacos
cilantro and lime red cabbage slaw / red chili aioli / watermelon mint salad
Chesapeake Style Crabcakes
fresh chopped strawberries / cucumber mint salad / homemade garlic crostini / lemon garlic aioli
Grilled Chicken Lettuce Wraps
grilled boneless chicken breast / green apples / fresh dill / garbanzo beans / toasted pita
Flame-Grilled Hawaiian Burger
pineapple dressing / toasted onion bun / red onion and lettuce / Dijon potato salad
APPETIZERS
Fresh Catch Ceviche
locally caught fish / scallops / shrimp / mango / blue corn tortillas
Tuscan White-Bean Hummus
toasted pita / vegetable medley
Charcuterie Platter
assorted cheeses and meats
Spring Caprese Salad
grilled peaches / heirloom tomatoes / prosciutto / fresh basil / balsamic reduction
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
braised apples and onions / goat cheese and Vidalia onion medallion
ENTREES
Lemon-Chicken Roulade
fresh parsley, mint and capers / goat cheese / parmesan mashed potatoes l homemade bread crostini / buerre blanc
Dijon Marinated Lamb Lollipops
seasonal roasted legumes / balsamic cherry tomatoes / truffle creme fraiche
Wasabi-Crusted Seared Ahi Tuna
locally sourced Ahi / edamame-ginger salad / coconut rice / wasabi aioli
Grilled New York Strip Steak
seasoned NY Strip / homemade chimichurri sauce / Mexican street corn / lime-dressed arugula / avocado
Fresh Garden lasagna
heirloom tomato marinara / homemade ricotta / sage ground sausage and turkey / fresh zuchinni / local basil
Rosemary Infused Filet Mignon
roasted Brussels sprouts and apples / horseradish mashed potatoes / fresh garlic and rosemary cold-pressed butter
DESSERTS
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Coconut-Mango Cheesecake
Miniature Key lime Pie
Homemade Peanut Butter Cup
Cafe Rum Bread Pudding
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