Summer location
Bahamas
Winter location
Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Windwards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)
TAIL LIGHTS comfortably accommodates 10 guests in five staterooms with 2 additional berths available in Pullmans, subject to owner approval. Formal dining for 10 and if 12 approved, dining is family style. She features numerous comfortable outdoor lounging and al fresco options from the bow, fly bridge to the aft deck.
-Owner's private master suite is fully separate with a private stair case leading below amidships with King size bed, sitting chairs, small self service bar, and safe. The large en suite bathroom has bathtub and separate jet rain shower, twin sinks.
-Two identical VIP suites with Queen beds
-Two identical Guest suites with Twin beds each with pullman
Each with en suite bathroom and jet rain shower
All new soft goods e.g. bed covers, linens, towels, etc. and light carpeting below deck.
On the main deck there is a media room forward which has a convertible sofa bed (double) and a day head just opposite with with jet shower which closes off to make a private cabin. There is an additional day head on the main deck.
The spacious fly bridge is where all of the fun takes places and is ideal for entertaining and outdoor enjoyment with large center line Jacuzzi on deck, marble top wet bar/TV and 3 bar stools, comfortable al fresco dining seats up to 10 with extendable teak table, New Murray teak deck chairs and c-shaped dining sofa.
Spacious main aft deck offers al fresco dining for up to 10 and is, yet, another fabulous area for enjoying the outdoors in stylish comfort.
Tenders + toys: 32' Scout towed tender w/ twin 350 Yamaha engines. Fully rigged and walk-in bathroom in console.
2019 13’ Walker Bay tender with 50hp Evinrude outboard
1 x 3 person Kawasaki Jetski 2019 / 1500cc
2x NEW Yamaha Sea Scooters
(4) 2019 Segway Ninebot ES2 Electric Scooters
2x Bote Inflatable Paddle boards
4 Water Saddle Floats
2 person ski tube
Water skis
Knee board
Wake board
Snorkel gear for 10
Beach chairs
Beach umbrellas and folding table for a picnic
High quality fishing gear bottom and trolling
2x Spear fishing polePortable BBQ grills propane
Amenities:
3 lounge chairs on sundeck
6 person Jacuzzi
Built in sun pad for two
Upper bow built in sun pad for three.
Communications:
Wifi Catcher - (Available at dock or within range of cell phone signal towers) in the Bahamas.
While at anchor, or underway the vessel also has an advanced cellular system capable of producing high speed LTE internet.
This is charged at $12 per giga byte (usage request available).
Optional Wifi Services:
Internet service can be doubled up to get aggregated traffic and higher bandwidth. TAIL LIGHTS has 6 Cell antennas providing great coverage. The yacht is equipped with top of the line Aeigon WIFI catcher for dock wifi.
Price Details
Winter - 2022: $80,000 p/w, plus expenses.
Summer 2022: $80,000 p/w plus expenses.
High Season: $90,000 p/w plus expenses
Thanksgiving, Christmas charter staring Dec 19 - 26 2022, or New Year Dec 29 - Jan 5 2023 and will consider 10 day minimum over the holidays.
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APA: 40 % of the charter fee
***EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2022 - All Bahamas charters will need to have 10% VAT applicable on the charter fee in addition to the standard 4% charter tax***
Delivery Fee may apply, please inquire.
AYCA Demise in US Waters
MYBA - Bahamas and Caribbean
Please note that Hurricane Season is June - November, and contracts during this time will require a Hurricane Addendum addressed by all parties.
Plus Expenses
Captain - Sean Kampfer - American
Born and raised on Long Island NY, Captain Sean joined the boating scene at a young age. Beginning with his parent’s boats and restoring an old sailing boat of his own he eventually began running water taxis and mid-size passenger vessels to the city. Falling hard for yachting one summer after joining a busy charter yacht in New England he has not looked back. Sean is a hands-on captain who takes great pride in any vessel or program he runs. He is guest satisfaction oriented and aims to make your time aboard TAIL LIGHTS a fantastic and memorable one! Sean is a licensed pilot and in his spare time you might find him sailing, flying, paddle boarding, golfing, and spending plenty of time at the beach. Previous yachts: SEAFARER, JOPAJU, ENDEVOUR, SERENITY, FRISKY LADY
Chef - David Ogden - American
Dave is a versatile chef with over 20 years of upscale culinary experience and a passion for bringing happiness to others through his culinary creations.
As a Michigan native, Chef Dave spent many summer days of his childhood on the shores of Lake Michigan. At this young age he discovered his love of cooking. After attending the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, Dave went on to work in some of the top kitchens in New York City, Boston, and Cape Cod, including working under world famous chef Thomas Keller at the French Laundry in Yountville, California. After a successful career in restaurants, Dave decided to pursue a new direction as a private chef on yachts. Dave enjoys travel and is an avid scuba diver. He enjoys kayaking, camping, hiking, and mountain biking.
Chef Dave is easy going, positive, and friendly while also organized and professional. One of his biggest strengths is the ability to quickly adapt to a variety of preferences and dietary restrictions, while still creating beautiful and delicious menus. Chef Dave is excited to create memorable dining experiences for the guests on TAIL LIGHTS.
Chief Stewardess – Michelle Horton - American
Michelle was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. She moved to Santa Barbara after high school where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Economics from UC Santa Barbara in 2017. While in college, Michelle worked a full-time serving job at the Ritz Carlton, Bacara where she found her passion for exceeding guest expectations and enjoyed meeting people from all around the world.
After graduation, she moved to San Francisco to start her career at UBS as a Client Service Associate. After two years of employment at UBS, Michelle decided to leave her corporate job to pursue her dream of working in the yachting industry.
She packed her life in a 90 pound suitcase, booked a one-way flight to Florida and never looked back. Michelle enjoys traveling, hiking, exercising and anything water-related. She loves the beach, so that is where she can be found in her spare time.
Michelle’s bubbly and outgoing personality, combined with her passion for hospitality makes her a valuable crew member and she is thrilled to be a part of the TAIL LIGHTS crew!
2nd Stewardess – Sara Schuerfeld - American
Sara was raised in Paso Robles California and found her passion for hospitality at the age of 18. The past 10 years she has worked in high end restaurants and has been a part of the wine industry in the beautiful Napa Valley.
When Sara learned about the Yachting world, she knew this was the right path for her.
She has a strong love for food, wine, the ocean, and providing service with a smile.
Sara is excited to meet all the guests on TAIL LIGHTS and provide excellent service and a lifetime of memories.
1st Mate - Pete Economou - American
Pete grew up in Michigan spending lots of time doing outdoor activities like boating and fishing on the lakes.
He found his passion for the water and desire to travel at an early age while taking family vacations.
At 23 years old with 4 years of experience in the maritime industry, he is looking forward to progressing his career in yachting and making the most out of every moment on the water.
Pete’s nautical experience has prepared him to help create unforgettable experiences while aboard TAIL LIGHTS.
Engineer - Garrett Ballew - American
Garrett grew up in Atlanta Georgia on Lake Lanier. After graduating high school he worked for a small landscape company but knew that his true dream was to become a yacht captain. He is a great problem solver and is always available to help the guests on TAIL LIGHTS with whatever they need. Garrett enjoys exploring the world and getting to discover amazing and memorable places and meet great people. He is always working to expand his career to get towards his ultimate goal of obtaining his captains license. Garrett has been in the yachting industry for almost two years, and has held many positions on different size yachts including bosun.
When Garrett is not working with the guests on TAIL LIGHTS you can find him in the water exploring. He is an avid Photographer, Videographer, and enjoys flying his Drone. Garrett’s outgoing personality is sure to put a smile on every guests face.
Start date: Feb 01, 2023, End date: Feb 10, 2023 - Booked: Tortola - Bitter End to Tortola - Bitter End
Start date: Feb 12, 2023, End date: Feb 22, 2023 - Unavailable: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI*
Start date: Feb 24, 2023, End date: Mar 15, 2023 - Booked: St Thomas USVI to St Thomas USVI
Start date: Mar 19, 2023, End date: Mar 26, 2023 - Booked: St Martin to St Martin
Start date: Mar 29, 2023, End date: Apr 05, 2023 - Booked: Saint Maarten, West Indies* to Saint Maarten, West Indies*
Start date: Apr 15, 2023, End date: Apr 20, 2023 - Booked: St Martin to St Martin
Start date: Apr 22, 2023, End date: Apr 29, 2023 - Booked: St Thomas, USVI* to St Thomas, USVI*
Start date: Apr 30, 2023, End date: May 05, 2023 - Transit: Saint Thomas, USVI* to Bahamas - Nassau
Start date: May 07, 2023, End date: May 13, 2023 - Booked: Bahamas, Long Island to Bahamas, Long Island
Start date: May 27, 2023, End date: Jun 03, 2023 - Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas*
Start date: Jun 24, 2023, End date: Jul 01, 2023 - Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas*
Start date: Jul 21, 2023, End date: Jul 24, 2023 - Booked: Nassau, Bahamas* to Nassau, Bahamas*
Start date: Dec 17, 2023, End date: Dec 24, 2023 - Booked: St Martin to St Martin
Start date: Dec 28, 2024, End date: Jan 04, 2025 - Booked: Tortola - Bitter End to Tortola - Bitter End