BIG NAUTI Yacht Charter — 16.8m Bali Catamarans sailing catamaran for 8 guests, with a crew of 2
- Length
- 16.8 m
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Builder
- Bali Catamarans
- Year
- 2020
16.8m · Bali Catamarans · sailing catamaran
BIG NAUTI at a glance
BIG NAUTI is a 16.8m Bali Catamarans sailing catamaran launched in 2020, sleeping 8 guests in 4 cabins with a crew of 2. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the Caribbean.
- Length
- 16.8 m
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Builder
- Bali Catamarans
- Year
- 2020
Blue Ocean Club overview
Bali Catamarans launched her in 2020
Bali Catamarans launched BIG NAUTI in 2020.
She measures 16.8 m in length, 8.8 m across the beam, 1.2 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 8 knots.
01 · On deck
Outdoor shower. Swim platform
On deck: Outdoor shower and Swim platform.
The outdoor spaces serve up to 8 guests.
02 · Where she cruises
the Leeward Islands. Winter 2026
BIG NAUTI is offered for charter in the Caribbean.
Winter 2026: Leeward Islands and Windward Islands.
Summer 2027: Leeward Islands and Windward Islands.
03 · The crew
A crew of 2
A crew of 2 runs BIG NAUTI, under Captain Byron Ravenscroft.
Interiors
BIG NAUTI interiors
Listed on board: air conditioning, tv saloon and wi-fi.
Smoking policy: no smoking.
Accommodation
4 cabins
BIG NAUTI sleeps 8 guests in 4 cabins.
Water toys
BIG NAUTI water toys and tenders
Every item below is listed for BIG NAUTI.
Paddle and sail
Paddleboards
Skis and boards
Wakeboard
Towables and inflatables
Floating mats · Tube - towable
Diving
Diving equipment
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2026
Journeys in the Leeward Islands
Winter 2026: Leeward Islands and Windward Islands. These routes follow waters this yacht is listed for.
On board
Amenities and equipment
As listed for this yacht.
Listed amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Outdoor shower
- Big game fishing gear
- Light fishing gear
- Indoor audio system
- Swim platform
- TV saloon
- Wi-Fi
About the yacht
About BIG NAUTI
Description as supplied.
BIG NAUTI yacht available for charter. Built in 2020 with a charter price from $32,000 for up to 8 guests in 4 suites with a crew of 2.
Particulars
BIG NAUTI specifications
- Length
- 16.8 m
- Length (ft)
- 55 ft
- Beam
- 8.8 m
- Draft
- 1.2 m
- Category
- Sailing
- Hull
- Multihull
- Builder
- Bali Catamarans
- Year launched
- 2020
- Guests (sleeping)
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Cruising speed
- 8 kn
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 14.8 km/h
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- No
- Smoking
- No smoking
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
BIG NAUTI charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 | Leeward Islands, Windward Islands | €28,500 – €31,200 per week |
| Summer 2027 | Leeward Islands, Windward Islands | €28,500 – €31,200 per week |
The published rate and availability are confirmed for the requested dates.
Need the cost structure first? Read the Blue Ocean Club guide to base charter fees, APA and taxes.
Who BIG NAUTI suits
Measuring 16.8 m, BIG NAUTI is a welcoming Bali Catamarans sailing catamaran well suited to families or groups of friends. She accommodates eight guests across four cabins, looked after by a dedicated crew of two who handle navigation and time on the water. Life aboard centres on relaxed outdoor living and water sports, with guests making easy use of her swim platform, exploring anchorages on paddleboards and a wakeboard, or stepping inside to cool off in air conditioning.
Against comparable yachts cruising the Leeward Islands, BIG NAUTI sits at a similar length and welcomes the same guest count. Her weekly rate is also similar to options across the local fleet. While she has an older build year, having been completed in 2020, her social catamaran layout holds its own comfortably alongside her regional peers.
The best time to step aboard covers both principal charter periods. For winter 2026, she cruises the Caribbean, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands, with months such as January, February, and March providing classic sailing conditions. She remains available throughout the Caribbean, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands for summer 2027, when June and July deliver warm, unhurried cruising.
Written by Blue Ocean Club from this yacht's listed particulars and checked against them line by line. The yacht's own description is shown separately on this page.
What a week aboard BIG NAUTI costs all-in
Our planning estimate, built on the listed weekly rate shown in the rate section. APA, tax and gratuity are typical figures; your charter contract sets the final amounts.
- Charter fee per guest per night
- $571 – $625
- Weekly rate ÷ 8 guests ÷ 7 nights, before APA, tax and gratuity.
- Nearest airports · Leeward Islands
- St Maarten (SXM) and Antigua (ANU); St Barts (SBH) for small aircraft
- Simpson Bay marinas are about 5–15 minutes from St Maarten airport; English Harbour and Falmouth are about 30–40 minutes from Antigua airport.
- Typical extras
- APA 25% (typical for sailing yachts and catamarans), gratuity 15%.
- Charter taxes and cruising fees vary by island and are not included.
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $32,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $8,000 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $4,800 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $44,800 |
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $35,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $8,800 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $5,300 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $49,100 |
The APA is an advance for fuel, food, drinks, berths and similar running costs; unspent APA is returned. Some yachts are offered on all-inclusive terms, in which case the APA line does not apply. Delivery fees, if any, are extra. How charter costs work.
BIG NAUTI and similar yachts in the Leeward Islands
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Built | Weekly rate from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIG NAUTI (this yacht)Bali Catamarans | 16.8 m | 8 | 2020 | $32,000 |
| ELYSIANBali Catamarans | 16.8 m | 8 | 2021 | $32,000 |
| ATLASBali Catamarans | 16.8 m | 8 | 2023 | $32,000 |
| SUN DAZEBali Catamarans | 16.8 m | 8 | 2023 | $32,000 |
| MYSTICBali Catamarans | 16.8 m | 8 | 2023 | $33,000 |
Same type of yacht, listed for the Leeward Islands, closest in length, guests, rate and age. Rates of the other yachts as listed on 31 October 2026; open each yacht for its current rate.
Cruising the Leeward Islands: when to go and where to anchor
Best time
The primary charter season runs from December to April, marked by reliable north-easterly trade winds of 15 to 25 knots and minimal rainfall. Peak demand occurs during the festive period and regatta weeks. May brings lighter breezes and fewer yachts, while the official Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, during which charter operations are significantly reduced.
Practical tips
- Fly into St Maarten (SXM) or Antigua (ANU); Simpson Bay marinas are 5–15 minutes from SXM, while English Harbour and Falmouth are 30–40 minutes from ANU.
- Cruising between island nations requires clearing customs and immigration at designated ports of entry, with passports and ship documents presented by the yacht captain.
- Provisioning is most extensive on St Maarten and Antigua, which have large supermarkets near key marinas, whereas smaller outlying islands have more restricted inventory.
Anchorages to know
- Anse de Colombier, St BartsA sheltered, uninhabited bay within the nature reserve featuring mooring buoys, clear water, and walking tracks to the headland.
- English Harbour, AntiguaA deeply indented, historic harbour offering landlocked shelter, designated anchorages, and direct access to restored naval facilities.
- Green Island, AntiguaAn uninhabited island protected by an outer barrier reef, providing calm waters for tender use and water sports.
- Simpson Bay, St MaartenA broad roadstead anchorage and sheltered lagoon entrance providing well-protected holding and quick access to coastal services.
Also listed
Listed with BIG NAUTI
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BIG NAUTI yacht gallery
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
BIG NAUTI: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering BIG NAUTI. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.