L Hippocampe
A premier 100ft Nautor Swan Sail, perfectly accommodating 8 guests for the charter of a lifetime.
Location
Bahamas, Virgin Islands (US/BVI)Guests
Up to 8 GuestsCrew
4 Crew MembersBuilt
2008 (Refit 2024)
Meet Your Crew
A remarkable charter is defined by exceptional service. Get to know the dedicated professionals committed to curating your perfect itinerary, anticipating your needs, and ensuring every moment on board is flawless.
Ella Holmes
Captain
Tilo Thevenard
Engineer
Anna Krastina
Stewardess/ Sommelier
Jordan Cummings
Chef
Experience L Hippocampe in Motion
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The Culinary Experience
Every great charter is defined by unforgettable dining. Preview the carefully crafted menus prepared fresh aboard by your personal chef, tailored to your preferences and the finest local ingredients.
Signature Features
From thrilling water sports to refined onboard comforts, explore some of the key highlights included in your charter experience.
Guest Experiences
Read what previous guests have to say about their unforgettable time aboard L Hippocampe.
We want to extend our deepest thanks for the most unforgettable two-week sailing charter aboard L’Hippocampe. Every aspect of the experience was exceptional—marked by professionalism, first-class cuisine and service, attention to detail, and creative, delightful surprises that made each evening feel magical.
Captain Ella, your confident leadership and deep passion for sailing shaped every day beautifully. You thoughtfully curated our itinerary based on the weather and offered us wonderful options for our time ashore. Each day felt like it was crafted with such care and consideration—it made all the difference. You brought together an extraordinary crew who poured heart and soul into every moment. The food was beyond gourmet—absolutely delicious, creative, and always beautifully presented.
Chef Jordan, your eloquent explanations made each dish feel like a work of art. You thoughtfully accommodated our food allergies and preferences, making every meal an experience.
Anna, your warm presence and radiant smile brightened every day. You were so gracious and helpful, whether during meals, tidying our cabins, or taking care of laundry. The themed dinners were a delightful surprise—each one uniquely decorated, with personalized invitations and elegant touches. Your sommelier skills elevated the experience even further with thoughtfully chosen local wines, and your white glove service was pure class.
Tilo, your charm and enthusiasm for sailing were infectious. You handled every behind-the-scenes detail with such agility and care—scaling the mast, setting the sails, ferrying us ashore, and always ready to fix anything that needed attention. Your passion shone through in everything you did.
To preserve the memories, Ella created a beautiful photo journal, and Tilo produced a stunning video with drone footage that truly moved us. It brought tears to our eyes.
By the end of our journey, we felt like a family. Saying goodbye was emotional, but we know this isn’t the end—we’ll absolutely keep in touch and look forward to finding you somewhere else in the world for another unforgettable sailing adventure.
Yacht Specifications & Charter Information
Review the complete technical capabilities, onboard amenities, and booking policies. This section provides a comprehensive breakdown of accommodations, crew details, and seasonal pricing to help finalize your charter arrangements.
Accommodations
L ́ Hippocampe can accommodate up to 8 people in 4 cabins on board. Her interior features a master suite, a VIP cabin, a double cabin and a convertible twin cabin, all with ensuite bathrooms.
Water Sports & Toys
- Tender
- Yes (Williams's 415 Diesel)
- Paddleboard
- Yes
- Snorkeling Gear
- Yes
- Wakeboard
- Yes
- Adult Water Skis
- Yes
- Fishing Gear
- Yes
Additional Toys:
• Wakeboard's
• Snorkeling equipment
• Fishing equipment
• Diving Equipment
• Williams's 415 Diesel Jet Tender
• SUP
• E-Foil
• Kite Surf
Crew Profile
Ella Holmes, Captain
Nationality: New Zealand
Language: English
Ella joined L'Hippocampe at the start of the 2024 Caribbean season. Since then, she has carefully assembled a young and skilled crew, each member handpicked to provide guests with a high-end, bespoke experience.
Reliable, calm, and possessing strong sailing abilities, Ella has proven her expertise with an impressive track record in various regattas. Having grown up sailing, she has developed a deep passion for the sea and water sports, including kitesurfing and freediving.
With a background as a certified swim instructor, having taught hundreds of children to swim, Ella is equipped with exceptional water safety skills. Her expertise is especially valuable when catering to families with young children, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience in the water.
Her calm demeanor, combined with her love for adventure, ensures that every charter aboard L'Hippocampe is safe, enjoyable, and truly unforgettable.
Tilo Thevenard, Engineer
Nationality: New Zealand
Language: English
Tilo Thevenard is a highly skilled and versatile yacht engineer with a strong sailing and water sports background. His expertise extends far beyond the yacht's technical systems, encompassing the meticulous preparation and maintenance of water sports equipment such as tenders, foils, diving gear, and kitesurfing rigs.
Tilo ensures guests can enjoy seamless, worry-free water sports experiences. His commitment to safety and performance means that all equipment is in peak condition, ready for adventure at a moment's notice, making every water-based activity aboard truly unforgettable.
In his free time you will find Tilo sailing, freediving, kitesurfing, and surfing.
Anna Krastina, Stewardess/ Sommelier
Nationality: Latvia
Languages: English and Latvian
Anna is a highly experienced and detail-oriented sommelier with a robust background in fine dining and hospitality. With a passion for delivering impeccable service, Anna excels in creating memorable guest experiences, particularly in wine pairing and premium wine service.
Her extensive training in both the UK and New Zealand, combined with her hands-on experience in Michelin-starred environments, makes her an exceptional asset as a stew/sommelier on luxury yacht charters.
Jordan Cummings, Chef
Nationality: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Jordan is an experienced and highly skilled chef with a prestigious background in Michelin-starred restaurants and high-end culinary establishments.
With over a decade of culinary expertise, Jordan has honed his skills across multiple continents, including the UK, France, New Zealand, and Saudi Arabia.
His formal training at renowned institutions like The Ritz London and extensive experience in fine dining and bespoke menu creation make him an exceptional asset to the yacht for guests who seek premium culinary experiences.
Ella Holmes
Captain
Tilo Thevenard
Engineer
Anna Krastina
Stewardess/ Sommelier
Jordan Cummings
Chef
Amenities
- Bimini Top
- Yes
- Salon Stereo
- Yes
Other Entertainment:
All cabins have a TV's with Apple TV.
A projector outside for movie nights.
Bimini + shade tent at anchor.
Starlink.
Technical Specifications
- Length
- 100 Feet
- Beam
- 23.3 Feet
- Draft
- 13.4 Feet
- Year Built
- 2008
- Builder
- Nautor Swan
- Refit
- 2024
- Flag
- Malta
- Home Port
- Spain, SOF and Italy
- Cruise Speed
- 9.0
- Max Speed
- 16.0
- Engines
- 2x 26kw Northern Light Generators
Rates & Terms
- Charter Type
- Plus Expenses
- Terms
- MYBA
- Turn Around
- 48 hours
Availability Calendar
Availability Calendar
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Policies
- Smoking
- No
- Pets
- No
- Children
- No
- Min. Child Age
- Not Specified
- Gay Charters
- Inq
- Nude Charters
- Inq
- Crew Smokes
- No
- Crew Pets
- No
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