SEA AXIS Yacht Charter — 38.1m Heesen motor yacht for 12 guests, with a crew of 6
- Length
- 38.1 m
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 6
- Builder
- Heesen
- Year
- 1988
38.1m · Heesen · motor yacht
SEA AXIS at a glance
SEA AXIS is a 38.1m Heesen motor yacht launched in 1988, sleeping 12 guests in 5 cabins with a crew of 6. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the Caribbean and the East Coast United States.
- Length
- 38.1 m
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 6
- Builder
- Heesen
- Year
- 1988
Blue Ocean Club overview
Heesen launched her in 1988
Heesen launched SEA AXIS in 1988, with a refit listed for 2026.
She measures 38.1 m in length, 9.1 m across the beam, 2.1 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 12 knots.
She is flagged in Jamaica.
01 · On deck
Jacuzzi on deck. Swim platform
On deck: Jacuzzi on deck, Swim platform and TV outdoor.
The outdoor spaces serve up to 12 guests.
02 · On the water
Inflatable Watertoys and Floating mats
SEA AXIS carries 5 listed toys and tenders, including Inflatable Watertoys, Floating mats, Inflatable floating island, Tube - towable and Waverunners (Sit Down).
03 · Where she cruises
the Bahamas. Winter 2026
SEA AXIS is offered for charter in the Caribbean and the East Coast United States.
Winter 2026: Bahamas, Leeward Islands, Windward Islands and New England.
Summer 2027: Bahamas, Leeward Islands, Windward Islands and New England.
04 · The crew
A crew of 6. English
A crew of 6 runs SEA AXIS, under Captain Nick Veselica.
Crew languages listed: English.
Crew profiles appear further down this page.
Interiors
SEA AXIS interiors
Listed on board: air conditioning, satellite tv, stabilizers, tv all cabins, tv outdoor, tv saloon and wi-fi.
Smoking policy: no smoking.
Accommodation
5 cabins
SEA AXIS sleeps 12 guests in 5 cabins.
The master cabin is located main deck.
The crew
Meet the crew
Nick Veselica
Captain
United States · English
Nick was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up sailing and power boating with his father in Lake Michigan and spent many summers in South Florida. Nick and his father rebuilt a sunken catamaran during his high school years then sailed the Bahamas during holidays for years. Nick moved to South Florida in 2009 permanently due to his love for ocean. He graduated from Lynn University in 2012 with his Bachelors in Business Administration. During his time in school in worked on yachts as a mate and then as a captain. Nick has now been working on yachts for 10 years and has managed a successful Yacht Management company. He has also completed numerous yacht refits. Nick has a passion for project management and enjoys seeing the reaction of a happy client. Education: Bachelor’s in Business Management, STCW, Advanced firefighting, 200 Ton USGC / 500 Ton IGT.
Bryan Meltcher
1st Mate
United States · English
Bryan was born in Illinois and raised in California. He relocated to Florida for school in 2005 and fell in love with the ocean. He has spent most of his time in South Florida around boats. Bryan jumped into the industry because of all the traveling he has done on his friend’s boats and love the idea of working. Before yachting Bryan worked in some high end hotels so it has been a nice transition from one to another. Bryan does not see himself doing anything else and feels he has found his place. Bryan has now worked in the yachting world for 7 years. Education: Bachelor’s in Hospitality and Sports Management, STCW 95’, Powerboat level 2 inland/coastal planning, RYA Essential navigation and seamanship, Basic and Advanced firefighting.
Anabell Watson
Chief Stewardess
English, Spanish
Anabell was born and raised in El Salvador. She moved to the USA in 2001. She has always had a love for the sea. Anabell is an extremely well-rounded individual who is fluent in English and Spanish. Anabell has been in the yachting industry since 2005 and has excelled through the ranks and worked on some very prestigious yachts, her passion lies in making sure every guest is catered too highest of standards. When Anabell has free time she enjoys doing CrossFit, yoga, and running. Education: Silver Service, Flowers & Bartending (American Yacht Institute), STCW (MPT), ABC Bartending
Brittany Battastoni
Chef
United States · English
Brittany is originally a southern California native with a love of traveling the world. She is a professionally trained chef with nearly 15 years professional food service experience. She is also an avid naturalist and enjoys opening the minds of those around her by taking them foraging for local wild edibles in the areas she is on charter. Brittany is very passionate about food, the environment, critter watching, kayaking, paddle boarding, spear fishing, snorkeling, and other water sports. You can expect to enjoy exceptional locally caught food while chartering Sea Axis. Brittany is originally a southern California native with a love of traveling the world. Brittany has been exploring the world through yachting for 6 years now. She has sailed around the east coast of the US and the Caribbean for 4 years, cruised Alaska for 2 years, and sailed across the Atlantic. Brittany has a love of adventure and a deep love for nature.
Chris Wright
Deckhand
United States · English
Chris was born in Texas where he spent his childhood time fishing and riding trails at the family ranch. He spent every weekend either at the ranch or on the lake, where wakeboarding and snorkeling were always his favorite activities. Being in Yachting for the past 3 years has shown him a new love; conch fritters, pink sand and a true respect for mother nature. Chris spent his last charter season with Captain Nick on Charisma and is truly excited for his future in yachting and in the charter circuit with Sea Axis.
Wellness
SEA AXIS wellness
On board SEA AXIS: jacuzzi on deck.
- Jacuzzi on deck
Water toys
SEA AXIS water toys and tenders
Every item below is listed for SEA AXIS.
Jet skis and Seabobs
Waverunners (Sit Down)
Towables and inflatables
Inflatable Watertoys · Floating mats · Inflatable floating island · Tube - towable
Diving
Diving equipment
- Diving by arrangement
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2026
Journeys in the Bahamas
Winter 2026: Bahamas, 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
- Light fishing gear
- iPod dock
- Jacuzzi on deck
- Satellite TV
- Stabilizers
- Swim platform
- TV all cabins
- TV outdoor
- TV saloon
- Wi-Fi
About the yacht
About SEA AXIS
Description as supplied.
SEA AXIS is a custom 125 foot motor yacht built by Heesen in 1988. Her naval architecture, exterior design, styling and engineering are by Frank Mulder of Mulder Design, and her luxurious interior is the work of ArtLine. She had an extensive refit in 2015 and was last refitted in 2023.
Her main deck interior is bright and welcoming. The salon features a lounge area with sofas, chairs, coffee table and a bar surrounded by large windows, and sliding glass doors lead to the aft deck. It’s the perfect spot for cocktails and appetizers before a meal in the formal dining area, which includes a long rectangular table and modern seating for 10. The galley and a day head are also found on the main deck. A sky lounge with sofa, chair and a further day head is located on the bridge deck.
SEA AXIS has ample outdoor deck space with everything you need for dining, relaxing, or having fun. The aft deck, adjacent to the salon, has a lounge area with sofa and coffee table, and a shaded al fresco dining area. The bridge deck has a circular seating area around a fire pit, and sun loungers where you can soak up the rays or curl up with a book. The sundeck features an illuminated blue agate bar with seating, a lounge area with a bird’s eye view of your surroundings, and a Jacuzzi tub for up to 8 guests that is surrounded by sunpads.
SEA AXIS has an impressive selection of water toys and sports available to charter guests and an extended swim platform.
Particulars
SEA AXIS specifications
- Length
- 38.1 m
- Length (ft)
- 125 ft
- Beam
- 9.1 m
- Draft
- 2.1 m
- Category
- Motor
- Hull
- Monohull
- Construction
- Aluminum
- Builder
- Heesen
- Year launched
- 1988
- Refit
- 2026
- Flag
- Jamaica
- Guests (sleeping)
- 12
- Guests (cruising)
- 12
- Guests (entertaining)
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
- Master cabin
- Main deck
- Crew
- 6
- Crew language
- English
- Engine
- Twin 1250hp Deutz
- Cruising speed
- 12 kn
- Maximum range
- 3000 nm
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 22.2 km/h
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- No
- Smoking
- No smoking
- Prior name
- BRIO
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
SEA AXIS charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 | Bahamas, Leeward Islands, Windward Islands, New England | €93,600 per week |
| Summer 2027 | Bahamas, Leeward Islands, Windward Islands, New England | €120,000 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 SEA AXIS suits
At 38.1 m, this Heesen motor yacht is ideally suited to extended family groups or parties of friends. SEA AXIS accommodates 12 guests across 5 cabins, with a dedicated crew of 6 looking after every detail. Life aboard centres on relaxed outdoor living, whether guests are soaking in the jacuzzi on deck, taking in the sea views from the swim platform, or enjoying the waverunners and an inflatable floating island.
When measured against comparable yachts in the Leeward Islands, she sits at a similar length while welcoming more guests overnight than typical alternatives in the region. Although her 1988 launch makes her build year older than comparable yachts, her extensive 2026 refit ensures modern comfort throughout, and her weekly rate remains similar.
The best time to charter SEA AXIS depends on your preferred cruising grounds throughout 2026. For sunshine in the tropics, the winter months from January to April are prime for exploring the Caribbean, the Bahamas, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. For those who favour cooler shores, the summer months from June to August are excellent for coastal voyages along the East Coast United States and New England.
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 SEA AXIS 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
- $1,250 – $1,607
- Weekly rate ÷ 12 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 30% (typical for motor yachts), gratuity 15%.
- Charter taxes and cruising fees vary by island and are not included.
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $105,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (30%) | $31,500 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $15,800 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $152,300 |
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $135,000 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (30%) | $40,500 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $20,300 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $195,800 |
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.
SEA AXIS and similar yachts in the Leeward Islands
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Built | Weekly rate from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEA AXIS (this yacht)Heesen | 38.1 m | 12 | 1988 | $105,000 |
| DESAMIS BBenetti | 40 m | 11 | 1994 | €102,000 |
| RENANQEA Yachts | 44.2 m | 12 | 1989 | $125,000 |
| OCULUSOceanfast | 39 m | 10 | 1996 | $99,000 |
| SOUTH PAW CCodecasa | 34.7 m | 12 | 1977 | €56,500 |
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 SEA AXIS
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- Photographer & videographer
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- Marine biologist for the children
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SEA AXIS yacht gallery
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
SEA AXIS: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering SEA AXIS. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.