PENNY JO Yacht Charter — 13.4m Bali Catamarans sailing catamaran for 6 guests, with a crew of 2
- Length
- 13.4 m
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Builder
- Bali Catamarans
- Year
- 2022
13.4m · Bali Catamarans · sailing catamaran
PENNY JO at a glance
PENNY JO is a 13.4m Bali Catamarans sailing catamaran launched in 2022, sleeping 6 guests in 4 cabins with a crew of 2. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the Caribbean.
- Length
- 13.4 m
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Builder
- Bali Catamarans
- Year
- 2022
Blue Ocean Club overview
Bali Catamarans launched her in 2022
Bali Catamarans launched PENNY JO in 2022.
She measures 13.4 m in length, 7.3 m across the beam, 1.2 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 8 knots.
Interiors
PENNY JO interiors
The photo set shows “Saloon”.
Listed on board: air conditioning and wi-fi.
Smoking policy: no smoking.
Accommodation
4 cabins
PENNY JO sleeps 6 guests in 4 cabins.
Water toys
PENNY JO water toys and tenders
Every item below is listed for PENNY JO.
Paddle and sail
Kayaks · Paddleboards
Skis and boards
Wakeboard
Towables and inflatables
Floating mats · Tube - towable
More on board
Beach games
Diving
Diving equipment
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2026
Journeys in the Bahamas
Winter 2026: Bahamas. 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
- Indoor audio system
- iPod dock
- Wi-Fi
About the yacht
About PENNY JO
Description as supplied.
PENNY JO yacht available for charter. Built in 2022 with a charter price from $24,000 for up to 6 guests in 4 suites with a crew of 2.
Particulars
PENNY JO specifications
- Length
- 13.4 m
- Length (ft)
- 44 ft
- Beam
- 7.3 m
- Draft
- 1.2 m
- Category
- Sailing
- Hull
- Multihull
- Builder
- Bali Catamarans
- Year launched
- 2022
- Guests (sleeping)
- 6
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 2
- Crew language
- English
- Engine
- 2 X 57HP Yanmar 9Kvw Onan Generator
- Cruising speed
- 8 kn
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 14.8 km/h
- Voltage
- 120 AC
- MCA status
- Certified
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- No
- Smoking
- No smoking
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
PENNY JO charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 | Bahamas | €21,400 – €23,200 per week |
| Summer 2027 | Bahamas | €21,400 – €23,200 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 PENNY JO suits
PENNY JO is a 13.4 m sailing catamaran that comfortably accommodates 6 guests across 4 cabins. With a crew of 2, she is well-suited for families or small groups seeking an intimate experience on the water. Her layout and amenities, which include air conditioning and an indoor audio system, ensure a pleasant stay while exploring. Guests can enjoy the outdoors with a choice of paddleboards, kayaks, a wakeboard, and floating mats during their time on board.
When considering her specifications against 4 similar yachts in the Bahamas, she sits at a shorter length than others in the fleet. Despite this, she welcomes the same number of guests, making her a practical choice for those who value efficient use of space. Her build year of 2022 is similar to her peers, and she maintains a position that is similar in terms of weekly rate, providing a consistent standard for those looking to sail these waters.
The best time to charter PENNY JO in the Caribbean and the Bahamas falls between December and April, when the trade winds provide settled conditions. For those preferring warmer, calmer weather, May is another suitable month to consider. While she is active in these regions during the summer months from June through November, guests should be mindful that this period coincides with higher humidity and increased rainfall. Planning a trip in the early months of the year remains the most reliable way to enjoy her sailing capabilities.
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 PENNY JO 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 – $643
- Weekly rate ÷ 6 guests ÷ 7 nights, before APA, tax and gratuity.
- Nearest airports · Bahamas
- Nassau (NAS); Exuma (GGT) and private airstrips in the Out Islands
- Nassau's marinas are about 20–30 minutes from Lynden Pindling International; regional and private flights reach the Exumas.
- Typical extras
- APA 25% (typical for sailing yachts and catamarans), gratuity 15%, Bahamas charter tax 14%.
- 10% VAT plus a 4% charter fee, paid to the Bahamas Port Department.
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $24,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $6,000 |
| Bahamas charter tax (14%) | $3,400 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $3,600 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $37,000 |
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $27,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $6,800 |
| Bahamas charter tax (14%) | $3,800 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $4,100 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $41,700 |
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.
PENNY JO and similar yachts in the Bahamas
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Built | Weekly rate from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENNY JO (this yacht)Bali Catamarans | 13.4 m | 6 | 2022 | $24,000 |
| JACKALOPEBali Catamarans | 13.4 m | 6 | 2023 | $23,000 |
| KITTIWAKEBali Catamarans | 14.6 m | 6 | 2020 | $23,500 |
| BEYONDFountaine Pajot | 15.5 m | 6 | 2022 | $26,900 |
| BOUNTIFULFountaine Pajot | 15.5 m | 6 | 2023 | $22,000 |
Same type of yacht, listed for the Bahamas, 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 Bahamas: when to go and where to anchor
Best time
The primary charter season runs from mid-December through April, marked by prevailing easterly trade winds of 10 to 20 knots and dry conditions. Occasional winter cold fronts bring stronger northwesterly winds. May is warm and calm. The Atlantic hurricane season officially spans 1 June to 30 November, bringing higher humidity, increased rainfall, and lower charter traffic, though summer conditions can offer settled seas outside of tropical systems.
Practical tips
- Fly into Nassau (NAS) or Exuma (GGT); Nassau's marinas are 20–30 minutes from Lynden Pindling International, while regional and private flights access Out Island airstrips.
- Cruising permits are required upon entry, and fishing or shelling is strictly prohibited within the boundaries of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.
- Provision thoroughly in Nassau before departing for the Out Islands, where grocery selections are limited and dependent on weekly freight deliveries.
Anchorages to know
- Shroud CayLocated within the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, this uninhabited mangrove island offers tidal creeks navigable by tender and sheltered anchorage on its western side.
- Staniel CayA central Exuma hub providing protected mooring options, direct access to Thunderball Grotto, and close proximity to Big Major Cay.
- Warderick Wells CayThe headquarters of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park features a protected mooring field within a natural deep-water channel and marked hiking trails.
- Highbourne CaySituated at the northern gateway to the Exumas, it provides sheltered anchorage on its leeward side and an established marina for fuel and water.
Also listed
Listed with PENNY JO
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- Photographer & videographer
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- Marine biologist for the children
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PENNY JO: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering PENNY JO. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.