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PHYSALIA

Detalles del yate

S/V Physalia, crewed and operated by her owners Chris and Kaya. Masters level marine scientists, Chris & Kaya can offer your clients a deep immersion into the ocean world, each of them able to engage in discussion on any point of curiosity about the ocean, geology, and wildlife that abound in the Virgin Islands. They also cater to specialty water sports including kitesurfing and wing-foiling support, as well as onboard SCUBA diving with diving instruction available. Possibly unique to Physalia, they even have a 15’ double/single scull crew-style row boat on-board in addition to their normal dinghy. They love treating their guests to out of the way anchorages, scenic naturalist guided hikes, fishing, free diving, paddle boarding, and kayaking. Their top-notch culinary offerings feature local ingredients and cuisines from around the world and have gotten rave reviews. The third member of the crew and official ship’s ambassador is a very well-behaved and well-trained local pup named Waldo who melts hearts everywhere he goes. Please consider them for your clients, they won’t be disappointed!

Plazas

6

3 camas dobles

Número de camarotes

3

3 baños en suite

Costo

Low Rate: USD 18000

High Rate: USD 23000

per week

Yacht Crew

MEET YOUR CREW - Captain Chris Stubbs and Captain/Chef Kaya Carrion


Chris has been sailing since he was a small child growing up surrounded by the barrier islands and marshes of the Carolinas. His first jobs were teaching sailing and then crewing larger monohulls which led to several months aboard a 120’ schooner in New Zealand at 18. At the College of Charleston, he doubled in Anthropology and Geology with a minor in Archeology while first working as a Divemaster and Aquarium Diver, and then later joining the scientific and marine crews aboard oceanographic research vessels. Chris continued working aboard research and survey vessels through grad school while completing his Masters in Geology at UCSB. In this time, he made the first maps of tens of thousands of seafloor methane seeps in offshore California, the Gulf of Mexico, and Siberia. He also began taking friends on epic bareboat sailing adventures in the Channel Islands while advancing his scuba background and exploring his new obsession of kitesurfing.

Following grad school, he continued working in the marine geophysical survey and oceanography industries beginning in Antarctica. In 2013, he established his own freelance consulting business, and to date has worked in all the world's oceans and continents while maintaining an excellent offshore safety record. A passionate maritime tour guide, Chris holds a 100-ton USCG Master Captain license and loves introducing his charter guests to the wonders of the Virgin Islands. A life-long extrovert, Chris loves meeting people from all walks of life and sharing stories. He spends his free time traveling, kitesurfing/foiling, trying to break out of the beginner ranks of free diving and wing foiling, and playing in the ocean with his fiance Kaya.



Kaya was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She spent her life fishing, crewing, and living aboard boats traversing the British, US, and Spanish Virgin Islands, particularly Culebra Island where her family vacation home was located. Her childhood experiences on the water inspired her to pursue a career in marine science and she has since completed her Bachelor’s and her Master’s degree in Marine Biology. When Kaya began her undergraduate studies she was introduced into the world of scientific diving at Florida International University where she worked in a seagrass ecology lab and gained experience with research diving throughout the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, including Dry Tortugas National Park. Kaya graduated summa cum laude, with undergraduate research experience, and membership into Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Her marine biology career continued soon after in the Virgin Islands, where she worked as a research assistant and expanded her diving experience, becoming a certified technical diver with TDI advanced nitrox and decompression diving.

More recently, Kaya’s marine science career focuses on tropical coral and fish ecology. Her diving experiences have been incredibly unique with hundreds of scientific dives completing surveys for coral health, coral reef fishes, lobster, and more. Kaya is also a highly skilled captain and holds a USCG 100-ton Master license. Apart from her ocean experiences, Kaya is fully bilingual and grew up in a family of passionate foodies including several professional chefs. Her food passion started with Puerto Rican cuisine, but grew after traveling the world where she learned and became passionate about authentic foods from Vietnam, Thailand, Mexico, Italy, Japan, Greece, Peru, Korea, and many other countries, cooking and learning from locals at homestays throughout her multiple backpacking journeys. Kaya can provide signature dishes from many regions of the world and cater to a broad array of pallets.



Kaya and Chris met on a marine science job in Culebra, PR in 2015 and were soon spending every free moment together. After the job, Chris followed Kaya first around Puerto Rico, and then began visiting her between jobs. Conspiring with her sisters, Chris surprised Kaya during a visit to see family in Ireland when she finally agreed to be his girlfriend. They have since crossed the US via campervan, traveled through dozens of countries, and lived in CA, FL, PR, and the USVI together. They have made a point of taking regional cooking classes as they have traveled the world, and take pride in being adventurous eaters. They are both passionate marine scientists with teaching experience at the university level, and love introducing their guests to the wonders of the ocean world. Their combined skills and experience offer travelers a broad array of options for indulging in all aspects of life at sea. Tthey specialize in the BVI, USVI, and Spanish VI where Kaya grew up cruising and they both know intimately. Chris and Kaya got engaged on a trip to Australia in 2022 and celebrated their wedding in June 2024.

Be sure to follow Physalia on instagram! @sv_physalia




Water Sports
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    Kneeboard

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    Equipo de Snorkel

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    Waterski Sobre Tabla

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    Kayak

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    Floating Mats

  • Boarding Ladder

  • Beach Games

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    SU Paddle Boards

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    Equipo de Pesca

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    Deep Sea Fish

  • U/Water Camera

  • U/Water Video

  • Kite Boarding

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    Buceo Desde el Yate

Qué dicen quienes nos conocieron

This was our second trip on Physalia, the first being April 2023. In over 30 years of traveling my husband and I have never repeated a trip, but last year was so good we had to come back. The second time was as good or better than the first.

Chris and Kaya aren't "crew" they are gracious hosts welcoming you to their home. they go above and beyond to deliver top notch experiences every day, seeing to every possible need and want, including the stellar meals that kaya prepares and which rival the best restaurants we have ever been to.

One of the best parts of a trip on Physalia is the immense knowledge that Kaya and Chris have about the area, the geography, and the ocean life. When you drive or snorkel with them, you will see things and learn about them in ways you can't experience on other boats.

Thank you for another amazing week - I hope we get to come back again!

- Physalia Charter Guest

Thank you both for going above and beyond to make this once in a lifetime trip one to remember!
You guys are great hosts and all around people. I really enjoyed how this trip quickly turned into another trip with friends....simply not just charter guests.
Terry and I wish you both a lifetime full of love and happiness in your future endeavors!

- Physalia Charter Guest

Starting with just an idea and a Google search of "Yacht Charters BVI", it was nothing short of serendipitous that we found Chris, Kaya and Waldo on the Physalia. Super cool people, but so impressive in many ways: as captains, tour guides, master divers and even scientists. Oh, but wait there's more - Kaya is a talented chef...just WOW!
Each meal was better than the last...thoughtfully prepared and perfectly executed..breakfast, lunch and dinner. As novice divers, Chris and Kaya were so comforting to have with us. i called Kaya my underwater Angel.
Chris certified my wife, and was an excellent teacher. And the trip wouldn't have been the same without Waldo.... what a cool, loving dog.

This year it was just my wife and I, but next year it's back to Physalia with our kids, they're going to love it!!

- Physalia Charter Guest

How would you qualify the crew and their service:

Skipper:

Comments
Both crew were Skippers, but this will apply to Chris. Great person, talented captain, outstanding knowledge of BVI (and much of the rest of the world, really). Very service oriented…in tune with our needs and attentive
Rest of the crew:

Comments
Kaya….cool as they come, remarkable chef, talented captain, master diver and enjoyable to be around.
How would you qualify the yacht (comfort, features, general maintenance, etc)

Comments
Met expectations…had everything we need, was comfortable and well appointed.
How would you qualify the itinerary

Comments
Perfection….hit so many spots, on land and underwater, these guys have the itinerary wired!
How would you qualify the sports and leisure activities/equipment on board

Comments
Great! Didn’t have time to do it all, but the boat had a lot to offer.
How would you qualify the food and drinks

Comments
This needs to have more than 5 stars as an option :) The food and unique daily cocktails were EXCEPTIONAL
How would you qualify the service provided by the broker (Ritzy Charters)

Comments
Wonderful….great communication, responsiveness, follow up. Enjoyed working with Lucy.
How would you qualify the entire experience of your trip

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One of the best vacations of our lives.


- Physalia Charter Guest

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