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Crew Profiles
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Licenses | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Ivan Ras | South African | 1995 | RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, | English |
| Crew | Marisia van Niekerk | South African | STCW |
Ivan’s love for the ocean started thanks to family holidays spent at the beach. Exploring, snorkeling and fishing. Straight after high school he
chose to become a scuba diving instructor, which allowed him to travel, explore and be exposed to different cultures.
Being out on the ocean makes Ivan feel at ease,the mystery hidden in it and the many possibilities to have fun in and on the water. Ivans’ interests include sailing, engineering, diy projects, vintage cars and a genuine love and care for animals and plants.
Growing up in Cape Town, with big waves and strong winds, every Sunday morning you would find Marisia and her family on the beach. She spent most of her time body surfing. Seeing the waves as challenges, conquering the fear of the size, reading the waves by moving with them, letting her body adapt to the cold waters and focusing her minds on controlling her breathing. The ocean taught her things she didn’t learn in school.
Our story starts in the heart of South Africa in a small town called Potchefstroom. Marisia was studying hairdressing and Ivan just got back from working at sea on a 130ft motor yacht as Deckhand/Dive master. We quickly bonded over our love for the ocean and meeting new
people. We soon decided to move down west to old Cape Town herself, where Marisia continued studying and Ivan went back to sea on an 86ft M/Y Nordhavn as First Mate/Engineer/Relief Captain in Fort Lauderdale.
Marisia loved doing hair but now it was time for her other love, the ocean. She began studying the laws of the sea and learning everything
she could about life onboard, soon she was ready to join Ivan.
We have been sailing the Caribbean for a year now having the opportunity to care for charter guests. We pride ourselves on serving them with high standards. We love creating the perfect holiday, sailing only to the best places -from the most famous bars to untouched secluded bays.
Captain Ivan Ras Qualifications
Yacht master ocean theory RYA/MCA 2017
Yacht master offshore 200 GT RYA/MCA 2017
Approved Engine course 1 RYA/MCA 2019
VHF RYA/MCA 2017
Power Boat level 2 RYA/MCA 2017
Scuba diving and EFR Instructor Padi/SSI 2015
SAMSA Skipper Category C 2014
Chef Marisia van Niekerk Qualifications
STCW
Food and hygiene course
Stewardess course
Crew fully vaccinated
Captain
Ivan Ras
Chef
Marisia van Niekerk
Specifications
Additional Rate Information
Additional Rate Information
Charter Rates Per Week
| Rate Period | Terms | 2 Guests | 3 Guests | 4 Guests | 5 Guests | 6 Guests | 7 Guests | 8 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 2024 to 2025 | Inclusive | $25,000 | $25,500 | $26,000 | $26,500 | $27,000 | $27,500 | $28,000 |
| Summer 2025 | Inclusive | $25,000 | $25,500 | $26,000 | $26,500 | $27,000 | $27,500 | $28,000 |
| Winter 2025 to 2026 | Inclusive | $25,000 | $25,500 | $26,000 | $26,500 | $27,000 | $27,500 | $28,000 |
Additional Rate Information
Location Details
Summer Area: Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Winter Area: Caribbean Leewards, Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Location Details: Ether is a BVI based boat with preferred picks up at West End, Tortola.
Ivan’s love for the ocean started thanks to family holidays spent at the beach. Exploring, snorkeling and fishing. Straight after high school he
chose to become a scuba diving instructor, which allowed him to travel, explore and be exposed to different cultures.
Being out on the ocean makes Ivan feel at ease,the mystery hidden in it and the many possibilities to have fun in and on the water. Ivans’ interests include sailing, engineering, diy projects, vintage cars and a genuine love and care for animals and plants.
Growing up in Cape Town, with big waves and strong winds, every Sunday morning you would find Marisia and her family on the beach. She spent most of her time body surfing. Seeing the waves as challenges, conquering the fear of the size, reading the waves by moving with them, letting her body adapt to the cold waters and focusing her minds on controlling her breathing. The ocean taught her things she didn’t learn in school.
Our story starts in the heart of South Africa in a small town called Potchefstroom. Marisia was studying hairdressing and Ivan just got back from working at sea on a 130ft motor yacht as Deckhand/Dive master. We quickly bonded over our love for the ocean and meeting new
people. We soon decided to move down west to old Cape Town herself, where Marisia continued studying and Ivan went back to sea on an 86ft M/Y Nordhavn as First Mate/Engineer/Relief Captain in Fort Lauderdale.
Marisia loved doing hair but now it was time for her other love, the ocean. She began studying the laws of the sea and learning everything
she could about life onboard, soon she was ready to join Ivan.
We have been sailing the Caribbean for a year now having the opportunity to care for charter guests. We pride ourselves on serving them with high standards. We love creating the perfect holiday, sailing only to the best places -from the most famous bars to untouched secluded bays.
Captain Ivan Ras Qualifications
Yacht master ocean theory RYA/MCA 2017
Yacht master offshore 200 GT RYA/MCA 2017
Approved Engine course 1 RYA/MCA 2019
VHF RYA/MCA 2017
Power Boat level 2 RYA/MCA 2017
Scuba diving and EFR Instructor Padi/SSI 2015
SAMSA Skipper Category C 2014
Chef Marisia van Niekerk Qualifications
STCW
Food and hygiene course
Stewardess course
Crew fully vaccinated
| Title | Name | Nation | Born | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Ivan Ras | South African | 1995 | English |
| Crew | Marisia van Niekerk | South African |
Captain
Ivan Ras
Chef
Marisia van Niekerk
Accomodation
Amenities
Electronics
General
Leisure
Diving group number depends on certified divers experience.
Additional dives $50 per dive per person.
Ivan is a PADI Dive Instructor
Discover Scuba Dive (DSD) $175
Referral Course $400
Other Specs
Stream2Sea Products Including-
Shampoo
Body Wash
Leave-In Conditioner
Body Lotion
Reef Safe 30SPF Sunscreen
Chef Marisia’s Sample Menu
Breakfast
*all served with fresh fruit, cereal, toast, and bagels
Carribbean Breakfast
Eggs with caramelized onions and pan fried plantains served on an English muffin
Banana Bread
Freshly baked banana bread packed with almonds
Shakshuka
Eggs poached in a tomato and pepper sauce, topped with fresh parsley
Bailey’s French Toast
Breakfast of champions! Boozy french toast served with fresh fruit and maple syrup
Smoked Salmon Breakfast Muffin
Smoked Salmon with cream cheese and eggs served on an English Muffin
Quiche
Creamy spinach, garlic and mushroom quiche topped with feta cheese
“Portholes”
Eggs baked in a bacon crust served on an English muffin with creamy sweet chili sauce
Baked Omlette
Stuffed with fried mushrooms, onions and red peppers topped with mozzarella cheese
Lunch
Sweet and Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl
Seared Tuna with rice, seaweed salad, snap peas, mango and cucumber.
BBQ Chicken Wraps
Topped with Pineapple salsa, avocado, cheese, lettuce and sesame seeds
Caribbean Chicken Salad
Chicken, grapes, spring onion and celery with a creamy curry sauce.
Honey/BBQ Beef koftas on a pita bread
Home made tzatziki sauce, brie cheese, lettuce, finely chopped carrots
BBQ grilled Pork Ribs & Baked potato
Sweet BBQ Ribs, baked potatoes stuffed with garlic, cheese and parsley with a sour cream sauce and spring onion
Home Made Beef Lasagna with Broccoli Salad
Beef lasagna with a creamy white sauce topped with cheddar cheese and mozzarella. Broccoli, bacon, feta and raisin salad
Carbonara
Pasta with carbonara sauce and crispy bacon. Served with garlic baguette.
Feta & Bacon Caesar Salad
Packed with avocado, cucumber and homemade croutons
Snacks
Homemade Hummus
Served with a selection of cruités
Cold Meat
Toped with honey mustard sauce / Blue cheese
Chocolate fondue
Served with strawberry’s and banana’s
Charcuterie platter
A selection of cheese and meats along with local produce and crackers.
Bacon Cherry’s
Red Cherry’s wrapped in bacon and pan fried
Baked Brie
Toped with garlic and rosemary served with crackers
Cream Cheese or Sweet chutney Grain Crackers
Toped with blue cheese/ salami / tomato /feta / cucumber
Cheesy Quesadillas
served with guacamole and salsa
Starters
Sweet Chutney Brie Tart
Served with Caramelized onions
La Cream zucchini soup
Served with Fresh Baguettes
Goat’s cheese rolled in caramelized walnuts
Served with a sweet Beetroot and Tangy dressing
Creamy Sweet Chili Mussels
Served with Fresh Baguettes
Roasted Butternut soup
Toped with Black pepper and Croutons
Cold Calamari salad
Toped with avocado and sesame seeds on a bed of lettuce with a creamy chili sauce
Tomato and parsley Bruschetta
Served on fresh baguettes , toped with sesame seeds
Tuna Sashimi
Toped with fine chopped red onions , Red pepper & Parsley
Main
Sweet & Spicy Mahi mahi
Served with Yellow rice and roasted chick pea salad
Pork Tenderloin with a Black pepper sauce
Served with a creamy mashed potato toped with caramelized onion and a sweet potato , feta and walnut salad
Butter chicken curry with eggplant & potatoes
served with coconut rice and Green salad
Creamy prawn pasta
served with butternut and fetta salad
Garlic Butter Lobster
served with Roasted vegetable. mix rice and a blue cheese apple salad
White wine, Mushroom Risotto
served with a avocado, tomato salad
Lemon, Garlic salmon
served with a spicy black bean & plantain on top of butter couscous
Beef steak
served with roasted asparagus and sweet mash potato
Dessert
Key lime pie
Toped with cream and lime zest
Dark chocolate cake
Toped with home made caramel sauce and almond nuts
Oreo chocolate mouse
with a Oreo cookie layer under the milky chocolate mouse
Banana split
vanilla ice cream with chocolate sauce topped with red cherry’s & wall nuts
Chocolate Brownies
served with chocolate sauce & Ice cream
Apple Crumble
served with whipped cream
Passion fruit delight
Toped with freshly cut passion fruit
Blueberry Cheese Cake
Toped with freshly cut blueberry’s
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