Nautitech Open 44 (2025) 'CARPE DIEM'
Overview

Step aboard ‘CARPE DIEM’, our new 2025 Nautitech Open 44 and the ultimate way to sail the stunning British Virgin Islands. The 2025 Open 44 represents the pinnacle of Nautitech style and redefines the standards of bluewater cruising boats. She has a first-class interior, advanced rigging upgrades, and sharp, modern aesthetics. Created by sailors for sailors, this catamaran is engineered to deliver exceptional performance and comfort on the open seas.

Her twin helm stations are a hallmark of Nautitech’s commitment to functional and safe design, while her sleek hull lines and inverted bow are visually striking and optimized for hydrodynamic efficiency. She has an open-concept living space that offers a 360-degree view and a seamless flow between the galley, salon, and cockpit, perfect for socializing with the whole crew. The multifunctional-raised countertop at the heart of the salon is ideal for planning which island you’ll take on next and her cabins will ensure you get a comfortable night’s rest. She’s decked out with all the niceties of home, including air conditioning, a generator, a watermaker, a bbq and multiple fridges & freezers. She also has electric winches to make your exhilarating sail feel like a breeze. The redesigned kitchen area features top-notch materials and equipment, including an easy-to-clean acrylic resin worktop and expanded fridge capacity.

Whether you’re lounging in the spacious forward cockpit, enjoying the large sunbathing area, or navigating from the enhanced forward-facing chart table, the Nautitech 44 Open is designed to elevate every moment at sea. Embark on your next adventure in the British Virgin Islands with this exceptional catamaran, and explore your passion for sailing in unparalleled style and comfort.

Nautitech Open 44 (2025) 'CARPE DIEM' Specifications
Double Cabins
4
Max People
8
Sleeps
8
Heads
2
Year
2025
Hull type
Catamaran
Length (LOA)
43' 8" / 13.3 m
Beam (width)
24' 2" / 7.36 m
Displacement
24,030 lbs / 10,900 kg
Air Conditioning
Yes
Generator
Yes
Solar Panels
No
Refrigerator
Yes
Freezer
Yes
Water Maker
Yes
Draft (depth)
4' 9" / 1.44 m
Primary fuel tank capacity
66 gal / 250 L
Secondary fuel tank capacity
66 gal / 250 L
Water capacity
2 x 79 gal / 2 x 300 L
No. of engines
2
Electric genoa winches
Yes
Electric mainsail winch
Yes
Bow Thruster
No
BVI Chart Briefing - Nautitech Open 44 (2025) 'CARPE DIEM' Chart Briefings
Nautitech Open 44 (2025) 'CARPE DIEM'

We frequently get asked “What’s included in my BVI yacht charter?”

Well, apart from guaranteed fun on the water when you charter a yacht with Horizon BVI, we hope the following list of charter yacht equipment provides you with a good idea of what you need to bring with you (and what you don’t!)

In addition to the comprehensive equipment lists below, we also offer wifi and watertoy rental.

Here is a useful list of things to bring with you on charter and not to forget on your shopping list!

Equipment On Board

All of Horizons’ British Virgin Island yachts have the following charter yacht equipment included on board:

  • VHF Radio
  • Chart plotter
  • 10ft – 12ft RIB Dinghy and 15hp outboard motor
  • Charts and Virgin Islands Cruising Guide
  • Flashlight
  • Adult Lifejackets
  • BBQ Grill
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Through-hull Plugs
  • Deck brush
  • Cockpit table
  • Bimini
  • Linens and towels
  • Beach towels
  • Clothes pegs
  • Speedo and depth-sounder
  • Wind indicator
  • Electric windlass
  • Refrigerator
  • Cellular Boatphone
  • First Aid Kit
  • Flare Kit
  • Binoculars
  • Tool Kit
  • Boat Hook
  • Signal Horn
  • Duct Tape
  • Bucket with Lanyard
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Cooler or deck cooler
  • All galley and cooking utensils
  • Pillows
  • 12V Outlet
  • 110 Volt Inverter to charge laptops etc
  • Autopilot in all yachts
  • Roller furling main or fully battened main with lazy jacks
  • CD Player with saloon and cockpit speakers
  • Roller furling genoa

Extras

Some of our BVI yacht charter vessels also have the following additional charter yacht equipment included:

  • Generator
  • Air-conditioning
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Blender 110V
  • Wifi (charges apply)
  • Watermakers

Bluetooth Headsets

Avoid shouting from the helm to the bow with our Sena Boom headsets, allowing you to communicate with ease when picking up a mooring ball, anchoring, docking, or navigating through shallow waters. Perfect for blind spots and windy conditions on board.

Please contact us for details on availability and pricing.

Watertoys

Why not rent some watertoys to give that extra dimension to your BVI sailing vacation?

  • SUPs
  • Single Kayaks
  • Double Kayaks
  • Dinghy ladders
  • Floating mats
  • Noodles

Please contact us for details and pricing, or visit our watersports page for more information.

Internet & Adapters

Enquire to res@horizonyachtcharters.com for rates & availability based on your charter dates.

Please click here for useful information on plug adapters for your electronics.

Free Provisions

Complimentary Starter Kit

Upon boarding your yacht for the start of your BVI sailing vacation, you will find we have included a Complimentary Starter Kit provided for your use. This includes:

  • Bottle of Rum (Naturally!)
  • Bottle of Spring Water
  • Dish Liquid
  • Roll Paper Towel
  • Antibacterial Spray
  • Guest Soaps
  • Coca Cola
  • Complimentary bag of ice
  • Condiments (salt & pepper)
  • One roll of toilet tissue per head/shower
  • Matches
  • OFF Insect Repellent
  • Handiwipes
  • 2 Trash Bags

Snorkel Gear

Please note that we do not supply snorkel gear. We suggest you bring your own mask and snorkel to ensure a good fit, or you can easily rent the full set from Blue Water Divers situated next door to Horizon Yacht Charters. Please contact Blue Water Divers ahead of your arrival to book your snorkel gear. Visit our watersports page for more information.

Nautitech Open 44 (2025) 'CARPE DIEM' Enquire
Low Season Jul 10 - Oct 31
US$1,410/day
Low/Mid Season Apr 25 - Jul 9,
Nov 1 - Dec 17
US$1,502/day
Mid Season Jan 5 - Jan 30
US$1,663/day
High Season Dec 18 - Jan 4,
Jan 31 - Apr 24
US$1,812/day

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Please note we have 5 nights minimum and 7 nights min between Dec 18 and Jan 4.

Did you know Horizon’s charters start and finish at noon? This means we can get you out sailing your first afternoon after your briefings – remember to watch your video briefings to speed up your check out! At the end of your trip, you sail back to Nanny Cay to refuel and debrief before your noon departure. This gives you a full 6 nights/7 days chartering around our beautiful islands, unlike some companies that start at 5pm, meaning you will have to sleepaboard* at the docks, and then finish at 10am, again meaning you will probably have to stay overnight on the docks the night before you leave to fly home.

*If available, a sleep aboard can be added the night before your charter start for a small supplement, boarding your yacht after 5pm.

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Nautitech Open 44 (2025) 'CARPE DIEM' Terms & Conditions

Current Rates

Weekly rates (full 7 days / 6 nights) are listed above as daily rates. Charters start and finish at noon. Our minimum charter duration requirement is 5 nights.

BVI Charter Rates are subject to change without notice.

Horizon Yacht Charters BVI Charter Rates are listed above. Yacht photographs and specifications act as a guide and are for information purposes only.  Although we endeavour to ensure that images are accurate reflections of the yachts in our fleet, certain aspects may vary slightly, such as yacht deck, the colour of the hull, dodger or bimini.

All yachts come with rigid inflatables & outboards, biminis, BBQ, Stereo, GPS, linens, towels, safety & galley equipment etc. See What’s Included for a full list.

Key:

C = Cabins, H = Heads, AC = Air Conditioning, S = Skipper first day only

*Additional $700 supplement per week applies from Dec 18 – Jan 4

May we advise that HDW insurance, Cruising Permits and National Parks Permit are payable before departure from the dock in cash or travellers’ cheques, as using a Credit Card will incur a 5% surcharge. Upon return of the vessel, you are required to top off the water and fuel tanks, which you receive full upon boarding the vessel.

BVI Charter Rates shown above are for 6 nights per vessel (min 5 nights except for Christmas and New Year min 7 nights + supplements on selected yachts) with the additional daily rate should you wish to add nights. BVI Charters start and finish at noon. Sleep-aboard (the option of staying on board your yacht at the dock) with the boarding of your vessel available after 5.00 pm, can sometimes be added to the start of your charter at an extra charge of $75.00 per head per night (minimum of $200.00 per night), depending upon yacht availability.

  • Hull Damage Waiver Insurance is compulsory for $60.00 (max $600) per day for Monohulls and $70.00 (max $700) per day for Catamarans. Security deposit is $2000 for monohulls and cats 41ft and under, and $5000 for cats 42ft plus. This limits your liability to the security deposit (either $2000 or $5000) per incident relating to the yacht and 3% of hull value per incident if in contravention of the Client Responsibility Agreement or the Charter Contract.
  • Skippers are available from $225.00 per day, Instructors from $275.00 per day and Cooks from $225.00 per day (plus food and gratuity).
  • Provisioning – Please refer to our provisioning page for more information.
  • Windsurfing, kayaks, hammock rentals, SCUBA gear or other water sports are all available at competitive rates. Click here for more information.
  • Hotel Accommodations throughout the islands can be arranged. Most major credit cards are accepted. Please check our Accommodations page for more information.
  • Learn to Sail – we are an ASA-affiliated Instructing Facility – Please request more details on our courses or click here for more information.

An Environmental levy of $10 per head is payable by all visitors to the BVI on arrival (effective 1st Sept 2017).

Bookings and Cancellations – We require a 50% deposit to confirm the reservation and the balance due of 50% should be received by Horizon Yacht Charters no later than 45 days prior to the charter start date. A full refund less a $200.00 administration fee is given should the reservation be cancelled in writing up to 90 days prior to the charter start date. If the charter is cancelled within 90 days of the charter start date, then a full refund (less $200.00) is made subject to Horizon Yacht Charters reselling the charter space reserved.

Trip Cancellation Insurance: We strongly recommend this as it protects you should anything unforeseen occur before your holiday. Click Here for more details.

Conditions apply to all charters.

Additional Items

  • Cruising Permit $4 pp/pd
  • National Parks Permit From $25 per week
  • VISAR (Optional) $2 per person
  • Mobile phone rental $20 (Duration of charter) Mandatory

Super Size your Dinghy

Why not upgrade your yacht tender during your sailing vacation? Get the crew ashore in style and explore more with an upgraded tender. Only $300 per day. Find out more here.

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