Catamaran Mimbaw

42ft · 7 guests · St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Mimbaw Crewed Catamaran Charter
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7-Night Rates

From $12,650 (2 passengers 7 nights)
To $15,390 (7 passengers 7 nights)*
*Price range is subject to change. Please Contact Us for pricing for various party sizes, number of nights and the premium weeks of Christmas & New Years. Best price guarantee: We endeavor to offer the lowest prices available and will always match lowest rates. We accept Visa, MasterCard and AMEX, no fees. We accept Visa, MasterCard and AMEX

Yacht Details

Guests Up to 7
Guest Cabins 4
Length 42ft
Guest Cabin Configuration 3 Double cabins (two bathrooms, no AC)
Designer Lagoon
Launched 1999 (Refit 2010)
Children Allowed Yes (Min. age: none)
Home Port Red Hook, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Scuba SCUBA available on board Available onboard (see Specs tab)
Winter Cruising Area Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)
Summer Cruising Area Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)

Catamaran Mimbaw Overview

Mimbaw is a Lagoon 410 dive catamaran that can accommodate 6 guests in 3 cabins. The Master cabin has a queen size bed and its own shower and toilet. 2 Guest cabins have a queen size bed and a shared shower and toilet.

Cruising the Caribbean in style Mimbaw is equipped with tanks and dive gear, including Nitrox, for up to 4 dives a day. In addition, the powerful dinghy allows guests to enjoy the thrill of wakeboarding, skiing and tubing. Perfect for thrill seekers, Mimbaw is a haven also for those wishing to relax on the large deck space in the sun while enjoying a cool cocktail. Or would that drink be preferred at the floating bar?

The experienced Captain and Chef crew ensure guests find what they are looking for on their special vacation. The Divemaster captain is very knowledgeable of the islands, the best dive spots and secluded anchorages.

The Chef is the perfect hostess, creating a unique Mimbaw atmosphere for guests in which to savor great food. Leave behind the "hostel style" live-aboard dive vessels and enter into a luxury all-inclusive catamaran. Your private Chef/Hostess will create culinary delights while you enjoy lounging on the trampoline, or on the jumbo beanbags between dives.

We sail and dive the St. Maarten/St. Barth/Saba/Statia/Anguilla area and the British Virgin Islands. You decide where we sail! Mimbaw's experienced captain and dive instructor is available to guide you to the most pristine dive sites in the area.

Mimbaw is one of only a handful of dive yachts and the only one of its size and price range offering NITROX diving. Many toys including a fast dinghy for water sports like water-skiing, tubing, and wake boarding are available for your pleasure at no extra charge. A floating bar and beach lounge barbecue set will add to your unforgettable sailing and diving experience aboard Mimbaw.

German TV filming Port aft Stateroom Queen Bed with ensuite head- Starboard Guest aft Stateroom Queen bed with ensuite head. Large bathrooms. Lounging on the trampoline- a great view and a great glass of wine. Diving for beginners to very experienced. Where it all happens - the Galley The tramps are a favourite place. Undersea wonders... and beyond. Lounge on the patio Charcuterie on the aft deck Guests catching tonights dinner. Take a turn riding the bow pulpit Mimbaw Layout

Why you should book Mimbaw!

Mimbaw offers good value and is a good choice for dive charters as Mimbaw is fully equipped for certified divers, including Nitrox.

Green Initiative

Watermaker produces 6 gallons per hour.
Mimbaw endeavors to operate with a reduced-carbon footprint and charters in a fashion that is supportive and respectful of the local environment.
A large solar array and the good use of windscoops negate the need for a diesel powered generator. The array runs all electrical systems on board including the dredges/freezers, water and ice makers.
Mimbaw makes a constant effort source organic, fresh food.

Meet the Crew

Crew photo
Keenan & Ashley

Keenan & Ashley share a love of water and sea life, after traveling to the South Pacific’s Kingdom of Tonga to swim with humpback whales, Keenan & Ashley met sailors-traveling the world and fell in love-with sailing. It has since become a way of life. After returning to the US, they bought a 24ft monohull and worked through ASA training, followed by RYA Skipper Training and eventually USCG Captain’s training. They then purchased Mimbaw and completed a complete refit of the boat during Covid and over the course of more than a year of work! They’re now excited to invite you aboard!!

Keenan

From a young age Keenan longed for adventure and sought it out. By the time he was 11 he was open water scuba-certified which became a life-long passion and career while in Koh Phi Phi, Thailand Keenan was certified as a Dive Master & since has had the opportunity to become a Dive Instructor and work in some of the Dive Mecca’s of the world. Keenan is excited to invite diver’s aboard whether looking to get certified, just try it out, or try out a new spot...read more

Dive Instructor

RYA Day Skipper

STCW

USGC 6-Pack

Ashley

Growing up in an Italian American home food has always been an important part of Ashley's life, learning to cook at a young age. This love of cooking has followed her around the world first learning to cook in Tuscany at 18 and jumping at opportunities to take additional cooking courses wherever she goes. Ashley spent her time at home hosting dinner parties and could not have found a better fit than as a catamaran chef and she can’t wait to host you aboard!

Dive Master

RYA Day Skipper

STCW

Cooking Courses

Availability for Mimbaw:

Listed below are any confirmed reservations or unavailability, as well as current holds / options. Note: this calendar is not always 100% current. Please contact us for more information about available dates aboard this yacht.

Hours required between charters: 48 hours

Upcoming 12 Months Reservation Calendar:
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Reservation Calendar with Port Locations:
Unavailable: Thursday, 1 August 2024 to Saturday, 7 December 2024: Unavailable: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Booked: Sunday, 8 December 2024 to Sunday, 15 December 2024: Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Booked: Saturday, 21 December 2024 to Saturday, 28 December 2024: Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Booked: Monday, 30 December 2024 to Monday, 6 January 2025: Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Booked: Monday, 20 January 2025 to Monday, 27 January 2025: Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Booked: Sunday, 9 February 2025 to Saturday, 15 February 2025: Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Booked: Saturday, 15 March 2025 to Saturday, 22 March 2025: Booked: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Booked: Monday, 24 March 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025: Booked: Red Hook to Red Hook
Booked: Monday, 31 March 2025 to Monday, 7 April 2025: Booked: Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI to Tortola, Nanny Cay, BVI
On Hold: Wednesday, 9 April 2025 to Saturday, 19 April 2025: Hold: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
On Hold: Wednesday, 30 April 2025 to Wednesday, 7 May 2025: Hold: Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI* to Red Hook, St. Thomas, USVI*
Unavailable: Sunday, 22 June 2025 to Tuesday, 30 September 2025: Unavailable: Red Hook to Red Hook

7-night Charter Rates by Group Size

Guests: 2 guests 3 guests 4 guests 5 guests 6 guests 7 guests
Summer 2023 $12,650 $13,300 $13,950 $14,670 $15,390 NA
Winter 2023 to 2024 $12,650 $13,300 $13,950 $14,670 $15,390 NA
Summer 2024 $12,650 $13,300 $13,950 $14,670 $15,390 NA
*Price range is subject to change. Please Contact Us for pricing for various party sizes, number of nights and the premium weeks of Christmas & New Years. Best price guarantee: We endeavor to offer the lowest prices available and will always match lowest rates. We accept Visa, MasterCard and AMEX, no fees. We accept Visa, MasterCard and AMEX

Contact us for rates and current availability or to book a charter aboard Mimbaw!

Full Specifications for Mimbaw

Mimbaw Layout
Length 42ft
Beam 24
Draft 3
Designer Lagoon
Launched 1999 (Refit 2010)
Guests Up to 7
Children Allowed Yes (Min. age: none)
Air Conditioning At Dock
Flag BVI
Dinghy/Tender 13 ft (30HP)
Dingy Max. Passengers 7
Guest Cabins 4
Guest Cabin Configuration 3 Double cabins (two bathrooms, no AC)
Accommodation Description:

Mimbaw is the perfect choice for active guests. We have diving for beginners wanting to try the sport - referral certification for Padi, up to experienced divers who want only the captains input on the most pristine sites available. Three kayaks for 2 people each allow eco exploring of pristine beaches including the in island salt lakes of Anagada to view the Flamingos, a tender able to take all guests and still wake board and water ski. Relax on the trampoline between adventures. Join us for snorkeling with the floating bar and fun crew of Mimbaw.

Mimbaw can also take guests over to the Spanish Virgins, Culebra & Viequez.

Home Port Red Hook, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Winter Cruising Area Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)
Summer Cruising Area Caribbean Virgin Islands (US)
Preferred Port USVI
Other Port Good for Spanish Virgins too
Hours Between Charters 48 hours
WiFi Internet Onboard WIFI
Sun Awning Yes
Hammock Yes
Deck Shower Yes
Hair Dryer Yes
Water Maker Yes
Ice Maker Yes
BBQ Yes
Voltage 110/220
Other Floating Bar and floaties for each guest.
New Water skis and wake board.
Full Saloon Roof Solar Panelled hard topped Bimini.
A/C on Dock only. $60 per night + approx. $20 for power.
Adult Waterskis No
Kids Waterskis No
Stand Up Paddle Board 2
Snorkeling Gear Yes
Tow Tube Yes
Wake Board No
Knee Board No
1-Person Kayak Yes
2-Person Kayak Yes
Float Mats 2
Beach Games Yes
Fishing Gear Yes
Fishing Gear Type 3 light, 1 deep sea
Number of Rods 4
Underwater Camera Yes
Underwater Video Camera Yes
Other Water Toys Stand up paddle board
10 X 10 "floating dock"
Scuba Info As our dive instructor is on board and our gear is boat owned the crew of Mimbaw will make sure you have the best diving holiday ever.
Please enquire about full certification courses
Scuba Terms Diving is included. Guests pay for air fills ($20/tank)
Scuba License Instructor
Open Water Course Please enquire
Resort Course $60 per person per dive cost for bottle fill and gear rental
Personal BCs 8
Regulators 8
Weights 8
Number of Divers 6
Dives per Week Unlimited
Dive Lights 12
Air Compressor Not Onboard
Stereo System Yes
iPod Hookup Yes
DVD Player Yes
DVD Player Yes
Board Games Yes
Captain Nationality USA
Captain License USCG Master
Captain Years Sailing 40
Crew Smokes No
Crew Pets No
Caters to Special Diets Yes
Kosher Available Inq

Reviews for Mimbaw with previous crew:

The crew was fantastic. Bastiaan is extremely sociable, knowledgeable, and overall just fun to be with. Christina is great too. She was a bit quiet to start, but after a couple days was talkative and less reserved. They were both always attentive and were good listeners – about asking what we’d like to see, do, eat and drink. There was never a request that wasn’t met, and with joy!

The dives and snorkeling were great fun. In particular, I appreciated that Bastiaan wanted to make sure we had a good experience. For example, at one dive site we were planning, we snorkeled over it first and after consulting with Bastiaan, we decided it wasn’t worth it and held off for a different spot. That was indicative of the trip - Bastiaan and Christina really wanted us to enjoy ourselves and maximize the week, not just a “check this box” approach to filling our time.

Mimbaw is a good yacht. It’s comfortable and well-laid out. This was our second trip on Mimbaw (different crew the first time), and it felt good to be back “home” for the week.

The food was very good. Breakfast was fairly standard, by request – bread, fruit, coffee, etc. One morning we were in the mood for eggs and bacon, which were provided no problem. Another morning, Bastiaan headed out on the dingy early in the morning and returned with some fresh pastries from the local French bakery. Each lunch and dinner was a good meal – hearty and eclectic. The risotto inside pineapple was especially memorable, as was the grilled lobster. And Bastiaan hooked us up with a local who provided fresh conch that we took back to the boat for lunch. That was a nice surprise after a long day of hiking.

Sailing around St. Maarten-St. Barths is a little different from the Bahamas or BVI. There is actually a lot of sailing to be done! On that level, this trip was different from others we’ve gone on. The plus side is sailing is relaxing and enjoyable. The downside – a couple long stretches of rough seas! But this was a good place to be in part because it offers such a different experience.

John at Sailing Directions is fantastic. He makes chartering easy, from matching up with boat/crew, to taking care of all the business details. And he answers emails with hours (if not sooner), no matter how big/little the question. I’m not sure when he sleeps! We’ve done three with Sailing Directions already, and expect #4 once we know our schedule for 2017.

Stephen S, aboard Catamaran Mimbaw March 2016  sailing the Caribbean Leeward Islands

The crew were fantastic - friendly, fun, and engaging, but all very professional. They knew the waters well and were expert at handling the boat at all times. They were also very flexible with the planning, offering good suggestions every day.

The boat was perfect for us. It was roomy enough for us (2 guests, each with our own room) and there was plenty of space on the boat to be together or apart.

The food was really good. Every meal was tasty. Kim asked about favorite kinds of dishes and ingredients. When I happened to mention that I love cilantro, lo and behold, our next dinner had plenty of it, along with a salad the next day!

Every day was a perfect mixture of excitement and rest. We did some snorkeling, diving, hiking, wakeboarding, etc. Even tried surfing when we spotted some breaking water.

Sailing Directions continues to be a great brokerage to work with - always quick, helpful replies; always help finding the boat and type of crew/experience we're looking for.

Stephen S, aboard Catamaran Mimbaw March 2015  sailing the Virgin Islands

What a wonderful, stress-less trip. The crew was great, the interaction couldn't have been better. Mimbaw was all it claimed to be. The food was wonderful, chef Marie is one of a kind, what a nice person. The sailing itinerary was spot on. Sailing Directions is first class, communication was very good and will recommend to our friends. Our group is already discussing about doing this charter again next year. A real trip of a life time.

Mark R, aboard Catamaran Mimbaw March 2014  sailing the British Virgin Islands

In the words of my 23 year old son, "the trip was awesome".

Captain Bastiaan makes the Dos Equos guy look like a minor leaguer. Bastiaan is quite possibly the world's most interesting man. He is always on his game whether it be planning the route, fishing, navigating the boat, grilling, diving, hiking, etc. He does it all and does it all very well.

Chef Amsa was a pleasure. Very kind and accommodating. She was attentive to our requests and did a fabulous job in the galley. She prepared a nice variety of dishes and presented us with some delicious meals.

We were concerned with the lack of air conditioning. No problem. Plenty of ventilation kept us comfortable at night. Mimbaw offered plenty of room for our family of 6.

The best part of the trip was seeing and doing. We presented Bastiaan with a very ambitious agenda. He managed to get all the places we requested, including Christmas on Anegada.

If you like to do things and see places and have a bit of adventure in you, a crewed yacht charter is a great way to vacation.

Michael W, aboard Catamaran Mimbaw December 2013  sailing the British Virgin Islands

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