Luxury Crewed Catamaran ILLUSION
Nautitech 46 catamaran with local expertise and refined Caribbean cuisine
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About Luxury Crewed Catamaran ILLUSION
ILLUSION is a 2019 Nautitech 46 operating as a crewed catamaran throughout the Windward Islands and Virgin Islands. Accommodating up to 6 guests across 3 cabins, she combines comfortable dual accommodations with the shallow-draft advantages of catamaran design, ideal for exploring the anchorages and reefs of the southern Caribbean.
Captain Bruno commands ILLUSION with two decades of Caribbean knowledge, having served as CEO of France Antilles newspaper and sailed extensively from Grenada through Puerto Rico. His familiarity with the Leeward and Windward Islands, particularly the French West Indies, ensures itineraries tailored to your preferences. Chef Jessica, Bruno's daughter, brings accomplished training in French and Mediterranean cuisine, adapting menus to guest requirements whilst maintaining first-class service throughout your charter.
ILLUSION operates on inclusive Caribbean charter terms with gratuities customary at 15-20% of the weekly rate. Delivery fees apply depending on departure point and destination within the region; the vessel is regularly positioned in Martinique, St Martin, or the Grenadines.
Highlights
- •Three cabin accommodation with ensuite heads, sleeping up to 6 guests in king and queen configurations
- •Highfield tender with outboard engine plus SUP boards, snorkel and fishing gear for water pursuits
- •Experienced captain and accomplished chef who combine local island expertise with refined culinary service
- •Flexible positioning between Martinique, St Martin, and the Grenadines with transparent delivery fee structure
The Charter Experience
Charter ILLUSION for an immersive passage through the Windward Islands, where turquoise anchorages, colonial architecture, and protected dive sites define each day. The catamaran's stability and shallow draft allow access to secluded bays unavailable to larger monohulls. Days divide between gentle sailing between islands, water activities including snorkelling and paddleboarding, and evening meals prepared by Chef Jessica showcasing local produce and Mediterranean technique. Captain Bruno's network of local contacts opens access to authentic experiences, from fishing expeditions to organised diving with certified operators.
Suggested Itinerary
A typical seven-day charter might depart Union Island or St Vincent, progressing through the Grenadines' secluded anchorages before reaching the volcanic landscapes of St Lucia or returning via the French West Indies. Captain Bruno shapes each day around weather, your interests, and the islands' seasonal character, whether that means reef diving, hiking hidden waterfalls, or simply anchoring in protected bay waters whilst Chef Jessica prepares dinner.
Specifications
14.0 m
8
3
6
Catamaran
2019
8 kn
2
