Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova'
Overview

Welcome aboard catamaran Nova.

Nova has been recently beautifully upgraded and totally refitted in 2022-2023 with brand new Dynema sails, rigging, engines, electronics, dinghy, interior and exterior fittings and new air conditioning, ice maker and much more.
Star link is available onboard for fast unlimited wifi.

This Roberson and Cane -”Custom Projects Build “and the model Leopard 47 has a superb track record and is a proven seaworthy vessel sailing from Cape Town, South Africa to the Caribbean, and crossing the Atlantic from Europe to the Caribbean. After 7 seasons in the Mediterranean, Nova is now located in the Grenadines and ready for new Caribbean sailing adventures.

Nova crew know the area well, having operated charter catamarans around the Grenadines in 2021-2022. They look forward to welcoming you onboard.

Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova' Specifications
Double Cabins
3
Max People
6
Sleeps
6
Heads
3
Year
2000
Hull type
Catamaran
Length (LOA)
47' 4" / 14.43 m
Beam (width)
23' 9" / 7.23 m
Air Conditioning
Yes
Generator
Yes
Solar Panels
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Freezer
Yes
Draft (depth)
4' 1" / 1.25 m
Engine make
Yanmar
Engine size (standard)
53 hp / 39 kW
No. of engines
2
Cruising speed
6 kts

Technical Specifications

*Nova underwent a refit in 2022-23*

 

Other amenities include: 

  • Water maker and extra UV light filter that purifies water
  • Eco-friendly vessel includes sail, wind, and solar power, green cleaning products , Eco friendly toiletries, LED lights, water, BPA-free reusable water bottles, metal straws
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Sound system with Bluetooth pairing and new speakers
  • Karaoke set
  • Sun Awning
  • Hammock
  • Deck Shower
  • BBQ
  • Hairdryers
  • Exercise Equipment
  • Ice Maker
  • Star Link for fast unlimited Internet (additional charge)
  • 1000Amp Li-OP Batteries
  • New Airconditioning
  • Private bathroom with electric toilets
  • Extra comfy throw pillows for lounging
  • Fans, portholes, skylights, and new air conditioning
  • Private-safe locker
  • Books and games for the entire family
  • Roll down sun shades with separate rain screens
  • 150+ square feet covered/protected area
  • Foam cushions

 

 

 

 

Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova' Accommodation

Three queen cabins with bed size 155cm x 200cm (6.23 x 7.22ft), each with their own ensuite wet heads and safe. All cabins have Air Conditioning available at night. The standing height in the port aft guest cabin is 220cm (7.22ft), standing height in Starboard front and Port front cabin is 205cm (6.73ft)
The crew use the starboard aft cabin with its own heads.

Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova' Your Crew

Captain Rolf and Chef Mariana have been a couple for 23 years. They’re a professional and dedicated crew with more than 20 000 Nm and ocean sailing experience. When you set sail on Nova, we will combine sailing adventure with Luxury and make sure that your needs are met while on board. Relaxing or hungry for new adventures, above or below the water, we will keep you safe and entertained! We will take you Sailing, Exploring, Diving, Supping, Hiking, Kitesurfing, and Wing foiling to amazing Caribbean beauty spots. We are professionals with 6 years of charter experience in the Med and the Caribbean, dedicated to turn your Caribbean vacation into an unforgettable adventure, breathtaking sunsets band the delight of gourmet cuisine.

Captain Rolf
Captain Rolf is Dutch, fully certified captain and with 30 years of boat experience (Professional yacht builder;)he will keep you safe throughout the entire journey. He has sailed throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Aegean, Adriatic, North sea and across the Atlantic Ocean from Europe to the Caribbean aboard Nova. He speaks -Dutch, English and German. He loves to share his passion for watersports with the guests.

Certifications:
ICC certification, RYA Professional Practices and responsibilities PPE Certified, STCW 95
VHF, IKO instructor on water, PADI certification, Aida freedive.
Sports: Kitesurf, wing, windsurf, mountain bike, snowboard, wakeboard, fitness, SUP, freediving, and diving

Chef Mariana
Chef/First Mate Dutch, was born in East Europe and in her 20s she moved to the Netherlands and fell in love with water sports and boating. Mariana’s has always had a love for healthy food and has recently become gluten-free. She is well-versed in food allergies and preferences. She is also trained in food safety and hygiene. Mariana enjoys infusing healthy, fresh, local ingredients into fabulous international dishes learned from a life well-traveled and with a love of global cultures. Mariana has natural east European hospitality and loves creating special moments for each group of guests aboard. Mariana is fluent in Dutch, English and Bulgarian

Certifications:
ICC certification, RYA Professional Practices and responsibilities PPE Certified, STCW 95, VHF, IKO Head instructor, First aid, PADI certification, Aida certification.

Sports: Kitesurf, mountain biking, snowboarding, wakeboarding, fitness, yoga, SUP, freediving

Living this wonderful lifestyle to the fullest, surrounded by ocean beauty, charm, and adventure we love to share and inspire others. The dynamic, active, and adventurous crew is always ready to take you on an adventure. Make new unforgettable memories and new friends. All things end but memories last forever!

 

Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova' Menus
Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova' Accommodation

Three queen cabins with bed size 155cm x 200cm (6.23 x 7.22ft), each with their own ensuite wet heads and safe. All cabins have Air Conditioning available at night. The standing height in the port aft guest cabin is 220cm (7.22ft), standing height in Starboard front and Port front cabin is 205cm (6.73ft)
The crew use the starboard aft cabin with its own heads.

Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova' Watersports

WATERSPORTS

  • 12ft New Composite Dinghy with a 15hp engine licensed for 6
  • Snorkel Gear
  • Floating Mats
  • Swim Platform
  • Aft Boarding Ladder
  • Beach Games
  • 3 SUPs
  • Fishing Gear (4 Rods and Lines)
  • Underwater Camera
  • Two Bean Bags forward
  • 5 Inflatables including Inflatable Unicorn
  • Basic Freediving Equipment Onboard
  • 2 Sets of Dive Gear (experienced divers only)
  • Kitesurf Instruction
  • Wing Surf / Foil Instruction

*Enquire for additional kayaks/SUPs/watersports equipment.*

KITESURFING 

Kitesurf Equipment onboard available to rent for experienced kiters at $750US / week: Ten Kiteboarding 7m, 9m, 10m, 12m, 13m Foilkite 8m, 9m, 10m Boards 133, 141, 152 Kitefoil 1500cm2 Wingfoil 4.2m, 5m, 5.2m, 6.2m Boards Wingfoil 95l and 110l Kitesurf Lessons: +150US / Hour

DIVING 

Yacht offers Rendezvous diving only

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Charter Rates

High Rate: 15500.00 USD per week
Low Rate: 12500.00 USD per week
Seasonal/Individual Rates
Season Currency Terms 2 Pax 3 Pax 4 Pax 5 Pax 6 Pax
Winter 2023/2024 US Dollars (Caribbean Terms) Inclusive 12,500 13,500 14,500 15,000 15,500
Summer 2024 US Dollars (Caribbean Terms) Inclusive 12,500 13,500 14,500 15,000 15,500
Winter 2024/2025 US Dollars (Caribbean Terms) Inclusive 12,500 13,500 14,500 15,000 15,500
Summer 2025 US Dollars (Caribbean Terms) Inclusive 12,500 13,500 14,500 15,000 15,500
MCA Compliant: N/A
Rates are All Inclusive
Taxes, re-location fees, cruising permits and licenses may be extra. Please verify with clearing house.
Cruising Permit: Paid by Boat  Licenses: Paid by Boat

Captain Only Rates:
N/A

Additional Rate Details:
Xmas and New Year: $19,500US / 7 nights

ALL INCLUSIVE CHARTER RATES
Rates include 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners onboard. It is recommended to take a 7th dinner as a lobster BBQ ashore on the beach or delivered to the yacht.

HALF BOARD CHARTER RATES
Minus $100US per person from the all Inclusive Charter Rates

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
All Charter Rates Include Moorings based on normal itinerary, however Mustique Mooring Fees ($85US), docking, moorings on request of guests would be additional.

RELOCATION / ONE WAY FEES
Grenada / St Lucia / Martinique: $750US to relocate.
Antigua: Please enquire. NOVA will relocate to Antigua in the summer of 2024 or winter of 2025.

DAY TOURS – Enquire for Last Minute

Summer Base Port: St Vincent and the Grenadines
Summer Operating Area: Caribbean Windwards
Winter Base Port: St Vincent and the Grenadines
Winter Operating Area: Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards
Location Details:
Grenadines, Grenada, St Lucia.
Recommend one way charters North to South rather than South to North.
The yacht will relocate as far north as Antigua with advance notice. Please enquire for rates.
All rates are for the entire yacht and are subject to change without notice prior to actual reservation. An additional premium maybe applied for Holiday Periods such as Christmas and New Year.
Robertson and Caine 47 (2000) 'Nova' Terms & Conditions

Luxury Crewed Charter Rates

The Horizon Yacht Charters St Vincent Crewed Charter rates are for 7 nights per vessel and are based on number of guests. Please see individual yacht pages for detailed specifications and charter rates. Horizon Yacht Charters luxury crewed yacht charters comes complete with your own personal Captain & Chef (and in the larger yachts, first mate and hostess).  Your meals aboard are included in the rate and prepared to your groups’ individual preferences and dietary requirements. Beverages are also included but please note special requests for specific brands may be subject to additional charge.  Watersports equipment (such as paddle boards, kayaks etc) are also included and some yachts offer all inclusive diving.

High season rates typically apply from December to April, low season May to November, but please do check the seasonal rates for your yacht.

Each individual crewed yacht may charge for certain additional expenses (e.g. National Park Permit, Cruising permit, different port collections or departures).  Please ask for a full break-down of costs for your chosen yacht.

All yachts come with tenders with outboards and safety equipment. Please review the individual yacht specification on our website for further details of available equipment and details of inclusions and exclusions.

Yacht photographs and specifications act as a guide and are for information purposes only.  Although we endeavor to ensure that images are accurate reflections of the yachts in our fleet, certain aspects may vary slightly.

Please note that our bareboat repeat client discount does not apply to our crewed charter fleet.

Conditions

Key:

C = Cabins, H = Heads, AC = Air Conditioning

Supplements to the published rates may apply during Christmas and New Year periods. Please contact us for confirmation of rates.

Charter Rates shown above are for 7 nights per vessel (Christmas and New Year supplements on selected yachts). Crewed Charters usually start at noon and finish at noon, but please do check times for your particular yacht.

Bookings & Cancellations

Bookings and Cancellations – We require a 50% deposit to confirm the reservation and the balance due of 50% no later than 45 days prior to charter start date. A smaller deposit and interim fee may be acceptable for bookings made more than 12 months in advance. Cancellation fees apply, and vary from yacht-to-yacht. Please check the specific terms for your yacht at the time of booking.

Trip Cancellation Insurance: We strongly recommended this as it protects you should anything unforeseen occur before your holiday. Follow this link for more information.

Conditions apply to all charters. Crewed Charter Rates are subject to change without notice.

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