RumRunner – Heysea
Catamaran · British Virgin Islands

RumRunner | 2026

Heysea

  • 10 guests
  • 5 cabins
  • 5 bathrooms
  • 2 crew
  • 2026 built
  • 60ft (18m)

RumRunner

RumRunner · British Virgin Islands

About RumRunner

Best for: groups of friends or families of up to ten, with multi-generational groups a close second.

RumRunner is a brand-new 2026 Heysea catamaran sailing the British Virgin Islands, and her standout is the crew: Captain Bertie holds an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore certificate and a Divemaster qualification, meaning guided dives come as standard rather than an optional add-on. His engineering background keeps everything running without fuss, and his deep knowledge of Caribbean waters translates into anchorages and routes guests simply would not find on their own.

Five queen cabins sleep up to ten in genuine comfort, making her a practical choice for a full group of friends or a family that wants real space. Chef Michelle trained at the Superyacht Culinary Academy and tailors every menu to guest preferences, drawing on local ingredients and international techniques, so meals become a genuine part of the trip rather than an afterthought. On deck, two Vapor Undersea Scooters open up the underwater world, bow trampolines double as workout space, and floating lounge chairs, SUP kayak hybrids, yoga mats, and a full selection of board games mean there is something for everyone whether the mood is active or thoroughly relaxed.

Specifications

10Guests
5Cabins
5Bathrooms
2Crew
60ftLength
2026Built
GeneratorBBQ

Water sports & toys

  • Vapor Undersea Scooters x2
  • Bote Floating Lounge Chairs x2
  • Inflatable Chairs x2 (also attach to SUP's to make kayaks)
  • Workout trampolines on bow x2
  • Weights
  • Yoga mats
  • Back roller/stretcher
  • Games On Board:
  • Skip Ball
  • Paddle Ball
  • LRC
  • Code Names
  • Rummikub
  • Sequence

Onboard amenities

Entertainment

Starlink Internet
AI Pro Large Projector with 5 sets of wireless headphones

Accommodations

Guests have use of 5 queen cabins.

Guest policy

PetsNo

Meet the crew

Bertie
Captain · South AfricaBertieRead bio
Michelle
ChefMichelleRead bio

Details

Yacht plan

yacht plan

Dive programme

Scuba onboardYacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
Certification-
CompressorNot Onboard
Tanks0
BCDs0
Regulators0
Wetsuits0
Weights0
Dive crew0
Night dives0
Dive lights0

Green initiatives

  • Yes
  • Yes
  • 1700w of solar panels, large 12v alternators on the engines, 58kw of lithium ion batteries which can run the yacht for 8 hours without a generator including all air-conditioning overnight.

General rates

Season rate - Winter 2025 to 2026
2 Guests
3 Guests
4 Guests
5 Guests
6 Guests
7 Guests
8 Guests
9 Guests
10 Guests
Season rate - Summer 2026
2 Guests
3 Guests
4 Guests
5 Guests
6 Guests
7 Guests
8 Guests
9 Guests
10 Guests
Season rate - Winter 2026 to 2027
2 Guests
3 Guests
4 Guests
5 Guests
6 Guests
7 Guests
8 Guests
9 Guests
10 Guests
Season rate - Summer 2027
2 Guests
3 Guests
4 Guests
5 Guests
6 Guests
7 Guests
8 Guests
9 Guests
10 Guests
Rate notes

This fee is not only for relocation but additional customs and marina fees that are necessary even if the yacht has already relocated for another charter.<br /> SAINT MARTIN / SAINT BARTHS RELOCATION FEE:<br /> Relocation fee of $4000, minimum 72 hour turn required on either side of charter dates for boat transit. Please inquire for availability.<br /> Pickup in St Thomas is $750. Dropoff in St Thomas is $750. $1500 for R/T St Thomas.<br /> Windward Islands inquire for availability and relocation fee.<br /> <br /> ● MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5<br /> <br /> ● LESS THAN 7 NIGHT CHARTER RATES: For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.<br /> <br /> ● SLEEP ABOARD:1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client's expense. Includes; boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning and early start. For 6+ nights divide by 7 and 5 or less divide by 6.<br /> <br /> ● HALF-BOARD OPTION: $150 discount per person<br /> Includes; 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.<br /> <br /> ● LOCAL FARE OPTION: $100 discount per person<br /> Includes; 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners, all other meals to be eaten ashore at client's expense.<br /> <br /> ● PAX: 10 <br /> ● 2026 Christmas: 7-night minimum $55,000 for 2-10 guests, must end no later than December 26th.<br /> ● 2026 New Year's: 7-night minimum $72,000 for 2-10 guests, must start December 28th or later.<br /> <br /> ● Embarkation 12PM / Disembarkation 12PM<br /> <br /> ● TURN AROUNDS: 72-hour turn arounds required - inquire for 24-48-hour turns<br /> <br /> ● New Winter Season Rates begin when the new seasons starts on November 1 each year.<br /> <br /> ● The All Inclusive Rate includes:<br /> Meals & Beverages onboard<br /> Fuel<br /> Mooring fees<br /> Private Yacht & Service of the crew (captain & chef)<br /> Insurance for the yacht and the passengers (civil liability)<br /> Accommodation in private air-conditioned queen cabins each with an en-suite bathroom with bedding, towels, and beach towels<br /> <br /> ● The All Inclusive rate does not include:<br /> Special provisioning requests (inquire for further details)<br /> Cancellation insurance and private insurance<br /> Airport transfers to/from yacht base<br /> Personal Expenses<br /> <br /> ● CONTRACT SPECIAL CONDITIONS:<br /> 1. The charter fee includes British Virgin Islands (BVI) taxes, fees, permits and/or National Park fees and/or Customs and Immigration fees.<br /> 2. Onboard Wifi is included, however data rates cannot be guaranteed since the yacht is moving and on the ocean.<br /> 3. Should the Charterer have any complaints about the Yacht or the Crew they shall notify the captain in the first instance and, if the matter is not resolved within 12 hours, shall notify the Owner in writing through the Broker as soon as possible, who shall try to remedy the matter, the owner shall have no liability whatsoever in respect of any complaints which the Owner has not been notified within 48 hrs of the occurrence of the circumstances giving rise to the complaint.<br /> 4. Travel insurance and Cancellation/Curtailment insurance is highly recommended and should be sourced by the Charterer.<br /> 5. Crew gratuity (customary 15 - 20% of the Charter Fee for great service) is additional and at the CHARTERER's discretion. This gratuity should be given at the end of the Charter Period and prior to disembarking the Yacht.<br /> 6. With any crewed Yacht there is the possibility of a Crew change in the lead up to the Charter Period although every effort is made to maintain the same crew listed.

Guest reviews

We have been chartering boats for the past 5 years. This year we booked with Authentic and it was amazing.
We have two families and spend 7 nights on the water. Chrisjan and Cleona our captain and chef took amazing care of both families. We saw all the sites and wasn't disappointed about with one thing. Highly recommend.
Very professional, very clean and amazing food.

Family FunJune 2026
RumRunner guest review

Our week in the BVls aboard Rum Runner with Captain Christjan and Chef Cleona was nothing short of incredible. This was our second charter, and it far exceeded every expectation we had.
Captain Christjan was outstanding his knowledge of the islands, thoughtful itinerary planning, and professionalism made the entire experience seamless, while still keeping things fun and relaxed. We always felt like we were in the best hands.
Chef Cleona absolutely blew us away with her cooking. Every meal from breakfast to lunch to dinner was delicious and beautifully prepared. Her special South African dessert was such a unique and memorable touch!
Together, they made the perfect team. They anticipated every need with a smile and truly made us feel cared for the entire week. By the end of the trip, they felt more like family than crew.
To call this trip "perfect" almost doesn't do it justice. If you're considering a charter in the BVls, this is the team you want. We're already looking forward to booking again and hope to be back onboard with Christjan and Cleona!

Best Week spent with the Best CrewJune 2026
RumRunner guest review
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Number of Guests:10 guests
Low season rate: €42,000 per week
High season rate: €43,000 per week

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Good to know

We want to make sure you are well prepared and informed for your trip. Here are a few things you might want to know before you set off.
An APA (Advanced Provisioning Allowance) is an amount paid to the yacht before your charter. It's a fund to cover expenses such as food & drink eaten on board, fuel and mooring fees. At the end of your charter, you’ll receive a detailed document showing how the APA was spent, and any remaining balance will be refunded to you. if in doubt about what is included, ask your HELM broker.
The Captain will let you know if you're about to overspend and discuss your next steps, which wil generally be a bank transfer to top up the funds.
We recommend (10-15% for the Med) (15-20% for the Caribbean/Bahamas) of your charter fee, which will be split evenly among the crew (it's a nice touch to bring a blank envelope or a thank you card in advance).
We'll share your Captain's details with you a few weeks before your charter. We can set up a group chat with your group and the captain to discuss plans before you go.

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