Catamaran Awatea
Where Luxury meets adventure!
Awatea is not your average charter yacht. Seamlessly blending luxury and performance, she is the ideal yacht for the more adventurous clientele who also seek a high-end experience. A 2019, 63ft Balance, built in South Africa, she was custom built as an expedition charter yacht for one of the founders of Balance catamarans. No detail went unmissed in the design stage, and all was executed perfectly during the build. Awatea is truly a work of art that anyone can appreciate. If you enjoy smooth sailing, exquisite food, and a variety of adventurous activities then Awatea is the boat for you.
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With a central, open plan galley, a fully-equipped bar, a café quality barista set up, duel gas/charcoal BBQ, pizza oven and seamless indoor-outdoor flow, with the perfect al fresco dining area, sheltered from the sun and wind, Awatea provides the perfect dining experience from dawn till dusk.
The interior of Awatea boasts clean lines and a calming colour palette, creating a serene and modern atmosphere. The interior design gives a nod to the owner’s South Pacific roots, which are subtly woven throughout the boat in pieces of art, handcrafted wood items and thoughtful details.
Awatea provides ample lounging space, from day beds in the cockpit, to beanbags on the huge bow under the shade sail, to the multitudes of hammocks able to be strung up to enjoy a warm breeze and a cool cocktail.
After a full day in the sun and a beautiful meal, you can cozy in and enjoy a movie or the game on the drop down projector screen.
Awatea has a built in scuba diving compressor with multiple sets of scuba gear. Awatea boasts one of the most varied water sports inventory of the BVI charter boats. From tow sports to beach games to game fishing, Awatea is sure to keep everyone busy. The challenge will be to find enough time to try everything out!
The hulls provide deceiving volume to this sleek yacht. Airy, spacious guest cabins provide a comfortable oasis with ample storage spaces as well as sizeable ensuites with separate shower and head. Both sides of the boat, port and starboard are mirror images of each other with the aft cabins boasting king beds, the mid ships offering queen beds and the port forward providing a double bed. The port forward cabin can be accessed either through the midships cabin or through a top hatch above the bed, perfect for children or teenagers. Awatea sleeps up to ten guests in five cabins, with each bed being able to be partitioned in two to accommodate singles. A perfect setting to rest your body after a long day
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Awatea (pronounced ah-wah-TAY-ah) is a Māori word from New Zealand, meaning dawn of a new day or new beginnings. The word can be seen as a symbol of hope, with the term signifying a transition from darkness to light, embodying hope and new beginnings.
The owners renamed the boat to Awatea after their purchase to pay tribute to their New Zealand roots and as a representation of the new venture they have embarked on; both physically and metaphorically.
The name has also proved fitting for guests. When they board Awatea, they often arrive not knowing what to expect as it is their first true experience living on the water. Once the week is up, they leave, having pushed themselves outside their comfort zones, discovered new passions and built stronger bonds with their families.
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Available onboard (see Specs tab)Photo Gallery
Meet the Crew
With an insatiable appetite for adventure, Fraser is a captain that is well suited to guests looking to get off the beaten track to search for adventure and adrenaline. After a lifetime on and in the ocean, it's hard to know whether Fraser is more comfortable on or under the water as in both places he makes it look effortless. Learning to sail in the challenging yachting conditions of the South Pacific and navigating the hazardous passes of coral atolls has left him unflappable even in stressful situations. He is a natural captain, a qualified marine engineer and has a Bachelor of Science in Marine and Coastal Ecology. He is also an avid water sportsman, so whether you are new to water sports or want to improve your skills, Fraser has a knack for identifying the correct tips to pass on to those wanting to learn. After a lifetime of tinkering and time spent engineering in the tug and barge industry there is little that Fraser cannot fix, so rest easy knowing your long-awaited vacation will not be ruined due to unforeseen breakdowns!
Fraser has a curious mind and thoroughly enjoys connecting with guests and learning about their field of expertise. He has a typical laid back New Zealand attitude and prefers to take the charters day by day, taking the lead from guests by seeing what they are in the mood for all while getting off the beaten track and showing guests some of the lesser known but often more beautiful locations of the BVI.
As a young child in Auckland, New Zealand, Fraser started out dingy sailing, and then coastal cruising on small sail boats and power boats. After a childhood of recreational and commercial experience he headed offshore to work in the superyacht industry. With five years' experience in the private luxury yacht charter scene, he is well seasoned in what it takes to provide a high quality, luxury charter.
Following his superyacht years, he returned to NZ to pursue a bachelor's degree in marine and coastal ecology, which is where he met his wife, Chef Olivia. After graduating, the two went on to live a life of adventure. Starting out renovating their home and living a self-sufficient life on 10 acres in the remote bush of West Coast, NZ. They spent 3 years renovating their property and learning to grow enough food to feed their new family. Their first child, Ivy was born there followed by another, Angus. By the time the third was due the pair had had their fill of the wild country and were ready to return to the pristine beaches and ideal boating grounds of the winterless North (of NZ that is). They had their third child there and spent the next couple years enjoying all that Northland had to offer. Fraser got a job as engineer on a coastal tug and barge then was handpicked by the company owner to run their oyster farm operation. However Fraser soon began to get itchy feet and felt as though he was starting to dry out so he began to search for catamarans.
A year later Fraser found himself in French Polynesia where a 2001 Outremer 45 catamaran called Capella awaited him to sail back to NZ. 4 months later, after a breakage a day and many stories filed away, Fraser and three friends spent 22 days sailing Capella back to NZ.
Another year of repairs and many sailing holidays in NZ later the family packed up their home and left NZ waters bound for Fiji where they spent the next 6 months, spearfishing, surfing and exploring.
Not ones to sit back and let life past them by, they soon began dreaming up the next adventure which is how a month after their Fiji trip they found themselves on a 63ft Balance Catamaran in America. After a six-month set up in Florida the family departed for the Bahamas where they spent the next six months exploring and running marine science research charters, hosting scientists from the Perry Institue of Marine Science and assisting with their coral disease research.
Fast forward to October 2025 and the family has established themselves comfortably in the BVI, found an apartment to rent while Fraser and Olivia run charters, adopted a dog, bought a true island car and made many wonderful new friends. A wildly successful first season will soon be followed by a second season that is looking to be increasingly busy.
—Yachting Experience—
South Pacific (New Zealand, Australia, Great Barrier Reef, Fiji, New Caledonia, French Polynesia)
Mediterranean Sea (Greece, Turkey, Straits of Gibraltar, Spain)
Bahamas, BVI, St Martin, Panama Canal, Costa Rica,
USA Eastern Seaboard
—Previous Boats Worked On—
SailNZ ex Americans Cup racing charter yacht (deckhand)
95ft expedition motor yacht Maverick (deckhand)
82ft Choy Lee (first mate)
170ft private motor yacht (deckhand/dive/fishing guide)
120ft alloy yachts private motor yacht (mate/fishing/diving guide)
180ft private motor yacht (deckhand)
82ft Oyster Sailing Vessel (mate)
50m tuna longline (deckhand)
24m tug and barge (engineer)
Cable patrol vessels and large fishing trawlers (relief engineer)
—Yachting Qualifications—
Yacht Master Offshore
Inshore Launch Master
Marine Engineer Class 5
—Water Safety + Scuba Diving—
NZ certified Lifeguard
Dive Master | PADI
—Education—
Bachelor of Marine Science -Majoring in marine and Coastal Ecology | University of Auckland
—Wellness—
Interests: Surfing, Spearfishing, Fishing, Hunting, Board Sports
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Chef | Olivia Cameron
Olivia started cooking at a young age, taking inspiration from the influential cooks around her and learning quickly to focus on flavour above all else. Years of working in the hospitality industry taught her to work well under pressure, to take notice of the details and the importance of providing an unforgettable experience for guests.
A gap year in Spain not only meant Olivia became fluent in Spanish but it also introduced her to the flavours of Europe. That and further overseas travel is reflected in her culinary style which infuses global influences. Guests frequently comment on the variety of cuisine as well as the abundance of meal components that are made from scratch. After her years living on the ocean, she understands what people crave after a full day in the sun.
Olivia has two degrees: a Bachelor of Biological Science specializing in Marine Science and a Bachelor of Arts, with a double major in Spanish and Geography. She is a keen water woman who enjoys surfing and spearfishing. When not on charter, her days are full, running the charter business as well as homeschooling their three children and completing the many daily tasks she is responsible for with a life at sea.
The Details
Upcoming 12 Months Reservation Calendar:
| Jul 2026 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
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| Aug 2026 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Sep 2026 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | |
| Oct 2026 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Nov 2026 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | |
| Dec 2026 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Jan 2027 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Feb 2027 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | |||
| Mar 2027 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Apr 2027 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | |
| May 2027 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
| Jun 2027 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
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, Inquire for 24
7-night Charter Rates by Group Size
| Passengers: | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
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| Summer 2026 | $35,175 | $35,175 | $35,175 | $36,200 | $37,275 | $38,300 | $39,375 | $41,750 | $44,100 |
| Winter 2026 to 2027 | $36,950 | $36,950 | $36,950 | $38,050 | $39,150 | $40,250 | $41,350 | $43,825 | $46,300 |
| Summer 2027 | $36,950 | $36,950 | $36,950 | $38,050 | $39,150 | $40,250 | $41,350 | $43,825 | $46,300 |
Cabin Layout
Specifications
Each bunk able to be partitioned into two with wooden dividers to accommodate two singles
Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
E Foil
Wingfoil
2x sea scooters
Floating dock with centre net
Wakesurfer
Drone
4 folding bicycles (available upon request pre charter)
Quality snorkel gear (mask, snorkel, fins) for all guests
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