Crewed Sailing Catamaran PERMABEAR
Bali 5.4 catamaran with expert crew in the British Virgin Islands
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About Crewed Sailing Catamaran PERMABEAR
PERMABEAR is a Catana Bali 5.4 catamaran that combines thoughtful design with genuine sailing capability. Her teak-appointed interior and open-plan layout create distinct zones for both intimate gatherings and group entertaining, whilst the generous cabin configuration sleeps ten across three double and two twin berths, each with private ensuite facilities.
The flybridge offers unobstructed views across the Caribbean, ideal for evening aperitifs or morning coffee. At the bow, a dedicated lounge provides the perfect vantage for sunrise, whilst below deck the living spaces flow naturally between saloon and dining areas. This is a vessel built for extended cruising rather than island-hopping haste, with the technical specification to sail efficiently or motor when conditions demand.
Highlights
- •Five private cabins accommodating ten guests with individual ensuite bathrooms and quality linens
- •Comprehensive water sports equipment including paddleboards, snorkel gear, dinghy with outboard, fishing tackle, wakeboard, and underwater camera
- •Dual helm philosophy: Captain Ed's blend of sailing mastery and motor reliability ensures the charter adapts to weather and your preferences
- •Teak interiors and flybridge design delivering both elegance and practical comfort for extended time at sea
The Charter Experience
Captain Ed Irwin commands PERMABEAR with over 30,000 nautical miles of offshore and regional experience. A Newfoundland-born sailor equally at home navigating the North Atlantic or the Caribbean, he brings measured expertise and genuine passion for the water. Chef Erin, equally accomplished in the galley and on deck, crafts cuisine drawing from Mediterranean and Asian traditions using fresh Caribbean ingredients. Together with their team, they orchestrate a charter calibrated entirely to your preferences, whether that means serious sailing, water-based adventure, or pure restoration. The British Virgin Islands archipelago, with its protected anchorages, reliable trade winds, and consistent sunshine, becomes your private playground across seven days.
Suggested Itinerary
A typical seven-day itinerary embarks from Tortola and explores the northern BVI anchorages such as Anegada's sheltered reefs and Virgin Gorda's dramatic granite formations, with flexibility built in for snorkelling, fishing, or simply drifting at anchor. The crew collaborate with you in real time, adjusting routes for optimal wind, calm waters for water sports, or remote coves for solitude. Year-round availability means you set the season.
Specifications
16.0 m
5
10
Catamaran
2023
8 kn
2
