
COLIBRI | 2021
Fountaine Pajot
COLIBRI
About COLIBRI
Best for: families and groups of friends seeking a polished, activity-led BVI charter, with foodie couples and multi-generational groups a close second.
Colibri is a 67-foot Fountaine Pajot catamaran sailing the British Virgin Islands with a three-person crew who have spent their careers refining exactly this kind of charter. The standout here is the kitchen: Chef Kristiann Gips trained at the Ashburton Cookery School in England, ran her own catering company before yachting, and sources directly from local farmers and island purveyors. That means genuinely considered, gourmet food aboard, not generic charter meals.
Up to eight guests sleep across four ensuite cabins, a primary suite with a king-size bed and three queen cabins, each fitted with hairdryer and toiletries. On deck, a two-person Jacuzzi tub on the foredeck and two eFoils keep things lively between anchorages. Captain Graham Gips knows the BVI above and below the waterline, and dive instructor Matilda Money-Kyrle is on hand to bring less experienced guests confidently into the water. With 12 charters logged on Colibri and 130 before that on their previous boat, this crew know how to run a week that guests actually remember.
Specifications
Water sports & toys
- 2x eFoils
- 2-person Jacuzzi tub on foredeck
Onboard amenities
Entertainment
Professional espresso machine
Ceramic BBQ and smoker
Connectivity
STARLINK π
Accommodations
Primary suite with King-size bed and 3 queen cabins all ensuite with electric heads and shower stalls. Each cabin is equipped with a hairdryer and toiletries. Primary cabin has a safe.
Guest policy
Meet the crew



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Details
Yacht plan

Dive programme
Colibrí offers diving with crewmember Matilda Money-Kyrle, an Open Water Scuba Instructor.
Three dives per week are included for certified divers. Non-certified guests can experience a
complementary Discover Scuba Dive. Referral Open Water Certifications (guests arrive with pool and
classwork completed at home) and other training courses are also available, please inquire.
All guests interested in diving, certified or not, must complete a medical evaluation form and a liability
waiver BEFORE arriving. A doctor’s release may be required depending on health conditions or
concerns. Certified divers are required to provide proof of certification to their highest level of training
before diving onboard Colibrí.
Divers are encouraged to purchase dive insurance, we recommend Diver’s Alert Network: https://dan.org
Green initiatives
- Yes
- Yes
- PH Balanced mineralized water on onboard. Refillable insulated cups. Eco & reef safe soaps.
General rates
Guest reviews
All 3 crew were fantastic.
The meals were top-notch! The meals were varied, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented! All
of our dietary requirements were met by Kristiann! Amazing!
It most definitely exceeded our expectations. It was such an intimate experience. From having
every meal and beverage created for you on demand, to having the crew there to accompany us
on activities, it was fantastic.
The crew were all top notch professionals who took safety, comfort and pleasure very seriously. Grahams sailing experience as well as local knowledge kept us ahead of the holiday crowds and able to find the best anchorages.
Kristiannβs meals were exactly catered to our many requests. One guest had dietary restrictions and she tailored each meal to accommodate that need while serving the rest of us delicious and fresh finds that kept all of us excited for what sheβd create next.
Having Matilda aboard to increase our water enjoyment was such a great thing. She pointed out all of the sea creatures we otherwise would have missed. Learning to dive and paddle board with a certified instructor meant we could feel comfortable in trying new things.
It was a perfectly balanced itinerary. We are big into sailing so being able to have quiet sunset cruises was so nice and balanced well with visiting hot spots like Anegada and the Baths.

o How would you describe your Captain and crew?
Epic hosts! They clearly love what they do (because itβs a lot of work!) but you end up feeling like youβre hanging out with friends (who are amazing cooks, cocktail makers and sailors).
o Tell us about your meals.
Every meal exceeded expectations. Beautifully prepared, delicious, well varied. The homemade breads were beyond compare.
o Now, do you remember what you liked best about this trip?
Everything. But the dive experience was incredibly special, the sailing was restorative and the time with friends and family was special every day.
o Thank you. Please tell us how did you find the pace and the itinerary of your vacation?
It was perfectly set to our needs. The crew customized each day as it came depending on our current desires. The only thing was that I needed a few more days because it was tooooo good.

"Graham and Kristiann crafted our personalized trip-of-a-lifetime seamlessly. We simply let them know how we were feeling each day and they presented us with options to conjure the exact right experience, even if we didnβt know what we wanted! Adventure? Night-snorkel a reef with denizens of the deep, stalk bonefish on the flats of Anegada, or hike up the ridges of Norman Island to admire mountaintop vistas. Seclusion? Anchor in a deserted cove and claim a private beach as your own or while away an evening by a bonfire on a secluded island paradise. Feeling a bit more social? Peruse the most expansive collection of rum in the Caribbean on Cooper Island or visit the world-famous waterholes of Jost Van Dyke. All of the above? They catered to our pleasure, arranged it all on our behalf and oftentimes joined us to ensure we had the best possible experience.
Kristiannβs wizardry in the kitchen delighted us morning, noon, and night. From a nicoise salad made with freshly caught tuna to the local flavor of chicken roti, Kristiann uses fresh local ingredients that perfectly complement your surroundings. Iβm not sure how she has time to do it all, but in addition to her multi-course meals, Kristiann also serves delectable homemade treats daily, including sweets, focaccia bread, and even pasta! Every one of our amazing meals was beautifully presented and paired perfectly with wine, candles, and starlight. Dinners aboard Colibri are experiences weβll never forget.
The crew's attention to detail is pervasive. They immaculately maintain the vessel, both inside and out. Our cabins were always spotless, thanks to daily cabin service and turndown. They even offered onboard laundry service, which was an unexpected and much appreciated perk!
Graham and Kristiann's ability to predict our wants is truly unique. From a morning cappuccino with just the right amount of cinnamon to a house-made painkiller awaiting us following a guided snorkel, our every whim was met, whether we were aware of it or not."
Matt & Kelly
"Service onboard Colibri was fantastic and the boat was impeccably clean during our stay.
Our trip included activities options to cater to our collective preferences for each day. The crew was very flexible and made sure that even when our group decided to do different things we were all equally accommodated, including a tender service to different locations.
Food and drinks were exceptional. Kristiann is a highly trained and skilled chef offering diverse meals tailored to our preferences and prepared using fresh ingredients from local farms. Graham and Kristiann served a variety of amazing cocktails that we really enjoyed."
Dan & Carol


Third charter in the history book! Every time is different--experiences & dining. The "Lamborghini" boat is off-the-charts amazing! Thank you for taking care of our every need and some we didn't even know we needed. Can't wait to come back next year...we will be counting the days.
-- Debbie & Alan

βWhat a way to ring in the New Year! Thank you for a most wonderful family trip. We loved it all, from the sailing to the paddleboarding, tubing and snorkelingβ¦.and of course the food and drinks! It will be hard to top thisβ¦guess we will just have to keep coming back!β
β Katherine & Ryan Fowler
βIβm overcome with emotion reviewing the week we just experienced. You two make ColibrΓ a second home full of love, laughter and joy.
We had so many amazing meals and excursions. Itβs hard to pick a top three because each day brought such a level of care and specialized experiences.
Thank you a million times for making this trip so perfect.β
β Holly & John
βThank you so much for such a wonderful, truly amazing vacation. We absolutely love sailing and exploring with you! We love ColibrΓ and are so happy for the two of you and your new opportunity. You both put your hearts into what you do and we can definitely tell by our experience.β
β NoΓ«l & Dustin
You guys have gone above and beyond to ensure we had the trip of our lives. Your hospitality and attention to detail every second since weβve been aboard is unsurpassable. From Kristiannβs amazing meals to the personally guided toursβyou guys have taken care of us around the clock.β
β Kelly, Matt, Carol, Dan & Cat
βThank you all for the best vacation the Kay fam has ever had! We truly do not want to leave. Thank you for putting up with our millions of questions and showing us so many beautiful places. The snorkeling was the most amazing weβve experienced. The dining experience onboard is second to none! Every meal was perfectionβdelicious and beautifully designed to our palates. We will miss these amazing meals. We hope we can come back for another fabulous week with yβall!β
β The Kay Family
βTo Grahamβ
We really appreciate your professionalism and eye for safety. You are an excellent Captain and allowed us to truly relax even with the young ones aboard. Thank you for sharing your home with us this week and your beautiful backyard and pool!
To Kristiannβ
You are the real dealβcooking, scheduling and crewing. Watching you and Graham work together is inspirational. Thank you also for getting our family around the table. Good food, good conversation and no devices!β
β Kelly & Matt
βWe had a fantastic experience! My wife and I took our 2 children (13-year-old boy and 9-year-old girl) on a 9-day charter. Captain Graham and Chef/First Mate Kristiann welcomed us to their home. They were eager to assist with any and all water activities including snorkeling, paddle board, kayak, hammock, the floating unicorn, etc.
The food was amazing. Kristiann made almost everything from scratch and made it seem effortless. Each meal was expertly prepared with consideration for each individuals likes and dislikes. The presentation was artistic and the timing was impeccable. Each morning started with gourmet coffee.
We ended each evening with a discussion about the following days activities. Graham and Kristiann had options at every destination to meet our expectations. They could get us on the best mooring or anchorage in crowded locations or tuck us into a secluded cove if that is what we preferred for the day.
If it was possible to sail we were sailing. Graham and Kristiann love to sail. They had the spinnaker in the air several times on our trip. The 2 of them have clearly spent a lot of time together on the water. They worked together like a well-oiled machine.
Graham and Kristiann own Allende and it shows. We have chartered multiple times in BVI and their professionalism stands out in my eyes. They were willing to pick us up early and keep us on board late when our flight was delayed. Their attention to detail with boat care and maintenance was obvious. They knew the boat inside and out and were prepared to handle any situation that arose.
You will not be disappointed if you book a trip with them.. I feel like we have made new friends with Graham and Kristiann and hope to keep in touch with them in the coming years. Keep living your dream!β
β Derek J










