Marmot is a Lagoon 67 built in the CBN boatyard. She is an exceptional yacht in that she truly offers space and comfort and still sails very well. She has been designed with comfort and performance in mind. She will cruise at 10 knots comfortably under power and can attain speeds up to 25 knots + under sail. This compares very well with yachts built for racing and therefore is thrilling to sail. Bearing this in mind, she offers all this with a comfortable ride and minimal pitch or roll as is common to all catamarans.

Marmot also offers ample space in all areas and is easy to move around - no stooping under stays or climbing over seating to move around. Access from the water is convenient with a swim ladder on the port side and a diving ladder on the starboard hull making it easy to get out of the water whatever the activity. The transoms are spacious enough for all to gather to watch fish or relax and have a cocktail watching the setting sun. The cockpit itself could seat up to 16 without using the nearby tanning mats.

The accommodations are once again spacious and we cater for 8 guests. Marmot is designed around comfort and space. Even the crew is well catered for. The designers and the owners have custom designed the layout for a truly relaxing vacation. The charters we wish to offer on board Marmot are to be exclusive as opposed to maximizing the number of guests on board.

Each cabin is air-conditioned, has an ensuite bathroom and has ample storage for a comfortable stay. Natural ventilation through the cabin is good with hatches and portlights appropriately positioned for those who prefer not to use the air-conditioners.

For the active we offer all the watersports from snorkelling, to wakeboarding, tubing, water-skiing and also scuba diving for those that are certified.

Combine all this with a tailor made gourmet menu according to your taste in the most idyllic tropical locations and you have the ideal recipe for an unforgettable vacation.

Marmot's Winter Crew

Anya and Ronald Paxton
Your Captain and Chef

Ronald and Anya hail from George, South Africa where they met and married in 2008. After being introduced to the BVI's and the charter industry by Ronald's brother, they packed up everything and headed over to Tortola. The years have passed swiftly and skills refined and now a new adventure begins onboard Marmot

Ronald grew up in George where he started sailing when he was 8. Moving up the various fleets, racing quickly became his main focus. In 1997 , at age 15, he was selected as part of the South African team to compete in the GP14 worlds held in Ireland. Later he moved onto lasers where he won the Laser youth Nationals in 1998. Ronald is a certified RYA Yachtmaster with many miles behind the helm. Ronald loves to dive and is a PADI Divemaster. He has always yearned for a life on the water, and as the captain of this yacht, his dream is fulfilled. Ronald is a delightful host and understands the importance of good service. He looks forwards to meeting new people and sharing his joy of the sea with you.

Anya comes from Johannesburg, South Africa and lived a real city life. Moving to George and meeting Ronald put a real twist on her life. Living in George opened up a whole new world of adventure on the water which included learning to dive and sail. Anya is now a PADI advanced diver and more than comfortable in handling a boat. Anya started cooking at a young age and has developed into a fine Chef. Always on the lookout for something new and interesting, her meals are guaranteed to get your mouth watering and begging for more!

Together Ronald and Anya are a winning combination that will make sure your vacation on Marmot one to be remembered and repeated for many years to come!

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Equipment & Toys

16' Tender w/ 90 HP
Water Skis Adult & Kids
Wakeboard - Tow Tube
Snorkel Equipment
Fishing Gear, Deep & Light
Hammock
U/W Camera
2 One-man Kayaks
Floating Sun Bed
Bose Surround Stereo system
WIFI - Internet onboard
42" Plazma TV/ DVD. VCR and Library
Icemaker - Watermaker
Fully Air Conditioned

Divemaster,
Compressor, 10 tanks, 4 sets of Gear onboard
Dive 3 times per week maximium of 3 Divers , no additional expense