PACIFIC YELLOWFIN Yacht Charter

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PACIFIC YELLOWFIN Yacht Description

Advertised by DMA Yachting, the breathtaking charter yacht PACIFIC YELLOWFIN is a 114 ft motor yacht. The main attractions of PACIFIC YELLOWFIN are her well-chosen interiors and fantastic layout. PACIFIC YELLOWFIN spends the season in selected locations. She was delivered by the renowned boatbuilder Billings Shipyard of Maine in 1943. A comprehensive refit was finalized in 2003. The spacious yacht layout features 4 large cabins and comfortably accommodates a group of 9 guests.

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN is classified as a superyacht. The key part of the boat -spacious aft deck, leads to the attractive and sleek main salon. The main saloon is a friendly space to spend time when the weather is not ideal and offers a range of entertainment options.

4 comfortable cabins are laid out with vison for maximum room, access, comfort and privacy.

The motor yacht features 2 x Original Atlas Imperial direct reversing diesel engines, 325 hp each. 1 x Northern Lights 30kw gneset. 1 x Kubota 18 kw genset. engines and a generator.

"Bear" Cabin on Lower Deck. Additional upper/lower single beds not shown.

Accommodation

Sleeps 8-9 guests in 4 staterooms:

"DOLPHIN" PRINCIPAL STATEROOM - Main Deck:
Sleeps 3. QUEEN bed. Couch that becomes SINGLE bed. Five opening portholes. Door to the outside deck. Private ensuite bathroom with shower.

"EAGLE" VIP STATEROOM - Top Deck:
Sleeps 2. QUEEN bed. View windows. Private ensuite bathroom with bathtub/shower.

"BEAR" CABIN - Lower Deck:
Sleeps 4. QUEEN bed on one side. 2 SINGLE offset upper/lower beds on the other side. Private ensuite bathroom with shower.

"ORCA" CABIN - Lower Deck:
Sleeps 3. DOUBLE bed on one side. Drop down Pullman SINGLE bed on the other side. Two opening portholes. Private bathroom is across the hall, with shower.

All staterooms with DVD players on Flat Screen TV.

Main Salon dining seats 8.
Aft deck dining seats 9. This area can be fully enclosed.

What is the cabin arrangement of PACIFIC YELLOWFIN?

3 VIP cabins
1 Double cabin
1 Pullman cabin

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

Wheelhouse with view windows and guest seating

Weekly price:
$129,000 - $167,200

Low Season | High Season
Length: 114'
# of Guests: 9
# of Cabins: 4
# of Crew: 5
Builder: Billings Shipyard of Maine
Consumption: 40 US Gall/Hr
Cruising Speed: 10
Max. Speed: 10
Built Year: 1943
Refit: 2003

Primary "Dolphin" Stateroom on Main Deck

Price Terms

Inclusive

Inclusive charters are crewed charters with minimum or no additional charges.
Provisioning, fuel and crew are included in the price. Additional fees may include diving, premium alcohol, local taxes, or onshore activities.
These vary from yacht to yacht, please inquire.

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN Yacht Charter Price

# of charter days	Base Price	Total	Note
14 day charter	258,000USD to 334,400USD	258,000USD to 334,400USD	Discounts outside the main season are common.
7 day charter	129,000USD to 167,200USD	129,000USD to 167,200USD	Standard charter rate, base for all calculations.
3 day charter	64,500USD to 83,600USD	64,500USD to 83,600USD	The usual formula is the 7 day charter rate divided by 6, times the number of days (3). Boat policy might differ. 129,000USD / 6 * 3 days = 64,500USD

All prices are generated by a calculator and serve as a guide for new charterers. Any additional information of the Price Details section has priority over above. Availability is always subject to confirmation. Gratuity not included for it's discretionary character, usually 5%-25% of the Base Price.

Price Details

Price from: USD129,000

High season rate: USD167,200

"ALL INCLUSIVE" PRICING, plus 5% Tax and 15% suggested crew gratuity.

2025 SPECIAL: The Owner will pay the 5% tax for remaining dates for Summer and Fall 2025!

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1. DESOLATION SOUND, British Columbia, Canada

8 guests with 5 crew:
2025 – 6 nights – USD $129,000 inclusive
2026 – 6 nights – USD $141,900 inclusive

9 guests with 6 crew:
2025 – 6 nights – USD $140,000 inclusive
2026 – 6 nights – USD $152,900 inclusive
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2. GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST, British Columbia, Canada

8 guests with 5 crew:
2025 – 5 nights – USD $142,000 inclusive
2026 – 5 nights – USD $156,200 inclusive

9 guests with 6 crew:
2025 – 5 nights – USD $153,000 inclusive
2026 – 5 nights – USD $167,200 inclusive
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INCLUDED:
“All Inclusive” of crew, fuel, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, Pacific Yellowfin beer, one bottle of house BC wine per guest per day, standard spirits and liquors, and use of equipment and water toys, and Starlink Wi-Fi. 2025 SPECIAL: The Owner will pay the 5% tax for remaining dates for Summer and Fall 2025!

Great Bear Rainforest charters include transfers Terrace to Kitimat round trip, and spirit bear viewing with specialist First Nations guide.

NOT INCLUDED:
5% GST tax, customary crew gratuity at the Charterer’s discretion (15% advised and only paid at the charter’s conclusion), fishing licenses, and other alcoholic beverages.

USD rates are above. If you prefer pricing in Canadian Dollars, please inquire as the Owner is open to that.

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Final balance due 3 months before charter.
All guests must sign a release form required by the vessel insurer.
Brokers, please see Broker Notes."ALL INCLUSIVE" PRICING, plus 5% Tax and 15% suggested crew gratuity.

2025 SPECIAL: The Owner will pay the 5% tax for remaining dates for Summer and Fall 2025!

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1. DESOLATION SOUND, British Columbia, Canada

8 guests with 5 crew:
2025 – 6 nights – USD $129,000 inclusive
2026 – 6 nights – USD $141,900 inclusive

9 guests with 6 crew:
2025 – 6 nights – USD $140,000 inclusive
2026 – 6 nights – USD $152,900 inclusive
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2. GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST, British Columbia, Canada

8 guests with 5 crew:
2025 – 5 nights – USD $142,000 inclusive
2026 – 5 nights – USD $156,200 inclusive

9 guests with 6 crew:
2025 – 5 nights – USD $153,000 inclusive
2026 – 5 nights – USD $167,200 inclusive
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INCLUDED:
“All Inclusive” of crew, fuel, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, Pacific Yellowfin beer, one bottle of house BC wine per guest per day, standard spirits and liquors, and use of equipment and water toys, and Starlink Wi-Fi. 2025 SPECIAL: The Owner will pay the 5% tax for remaining dates for Summer and Fall 2025!

Great Bear Rainforest charters include transfers Terrace to Kitimat round trip, and spirit bear viewing with specialist First Nations guide.

NOT INCLUDED:
5% GST tax, customary crew gratuity at the Charterer’s discretion (15% advised and only paid at the charter’s conclusion), fishing licenses, and other alcoholic beverages.

USD rates are above. If you prefer pricing in Canadian Dollars, please inquire as the Owner is open to that.

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Final balance due 3 months before charter.
All guests must sign a release form required by the vessel insurer.
Brokers, please see Broker Notes.

"Orca" Cabin on Lower Deck. Additional drop down single bed not shown.

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN Yacht Charter Locations

Summer Season

Pacific Northwest

Canada - West Coast

Winter Season

Pacific Northwest

Canada - West Coast

Amenities

Salon Stereo: Yes

Salon Tv: Yes

Sat Tv: No

Multimedia System: Yes

Nude: Inq

Books: Library

Crew Pets: No

Guest Pets: No

Water Maker: Yes

Ice Maker: Yes

Number Of Cds: Library

Special Diets: Inq

Kosher: Inq

Bbq: Yes

Gay Charters: Inq

YachtNudeCharters: Inq

Hairdryers: Yes

Smoking: Outside only

Crew Smokes: Yes

Children Ok: Yes

Minimum Child Age: none

Generator: Yes

Inverter: Yes

Specifications

Tube:

Guests: 9

Maxspeed: 10

Draft: 12

Cruising Speed: 10

Helipad: No

Ac: None

Ac Night: No

Built: 1943

Cabins: 4

King:

Queen: 3

Double: 1

Single:

Twin:

Pullman: 1

Showers: 4

Basins: 5

Heads:

Electric Heads: 5

Jacuzzi: No

Main Salon. Country Kitchen in the far end.

Features

BBQ: Yes

AC: None

Generator: Yes

Cruising Speed: 10

Max Speed: 10

Layout

More Specifications

Flag: Canada

Homeport: Desolation Sound & Great Bear Rainforest, BC Canada

Resort Course:

Yacht Permit: 0

Yacht License: 0

Yacht Mca: 0

Yacht Insurance:

Diving Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only

Communication: Cell phone. Cell based internet. Wi-fi internet in some locations.

Air Compressor: Not Onboard

Scuba On Board: Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only

Fishing

Fishing Gear:

Fishing Gear Type: All types of fishing

Rods:

Deep Sea Fishing:

Green Initiatives

Green Initiative:

Reusable Bottles:

Other Green Efforts:

Aft Deck Dining for 9. This area can be fully enclosed.

Water Sports

Dinghy Size: 2 of the 3 22'-27' tenders

Kayaks 1 Pax: 5

Kayaks 2 Pax: 2

Dinghy Hp: 300/150/115hp

Floating Mats:

Dinghy Pax:

Swim Platform:

Water Skis Adult:

Boarding Ladder: Large ladder on side for easy

Water Skis Kids:

Sailing Dinghy: No

Jet Skis:

Beach Games:

Wave Runners:

Kneeboard:

Windsurfer:

Snorkel Gear:

Underwater Camera:

Scurfer:

Underwater Video:

Wake Board:

Paddleboard: 5

Seabob: No

Sea Scooter: No

Crew

Crew Information

Captain: Colin Griffinson

5 crew with 8 guests
6 crew with 9 guests

Impeccable service and generosity are what best describes our crew, who endeavor to go above & beyond our guests’ wishes. Their knowledge of the coast, experience on the water and incredible personalities are great assets of the journey aboard Pacific Yellowfin. However, though always keen on sharing travel anecdotes or out of the ordinary happenings, they know when to vanish and let guests relax, enjoy themselves and make the most of these magnificent landscapes.

Colin Griffinson
CAPTAIN
Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland

Our resident storyteller and charismatic Captain holds a deep affection for wooden vessels, the open ocean, and the unique experiences he has come to be privy to when immersing himself in a combination of the two. An explorer at heart, with over five decades of sailing expertise, he’s available to impart seafaring wisdom, share insightful stories, and instigate a laugh or two from adults and children alike.

CHEF
CHIEF DECKHAND / WILDERNESS GUIDE
STEWARDESS or STEWARD
ENGINEER

Cinnamon raisin french toast, caramelized bananas and bourbon maple syrup
Traditional breakfast, eggs, sausage, bacon, ham, sliced heirloom tomato toast
Poached eggs, crisp english muffin, ham and mornay sauce
Baked goods, cereals and homemade granola, fresh fruit and yoghurt
Pancakes, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, whipped cream and maple syrup
Mushroom, onion, peppers and cheddar cheese omelet, home fries
All breakfasts are served with juice, coffee, tea and milk

LUNCH

Salmon sashimi, barbecue eel, spot prawns served on seasoned rice, cured daikon, sesame seeds, green onions, braised lotus root and water lily bulb, shredded nori
Confit of duck, mixed greens, sliced pear, cranberries, walnuts, apple and rosemary vinaigrette
Manilla clams, handmade linguine, white wine cream sauce, soft herbs, garlic baguette
Barbecue pulled pork sandwich, cabbage and carrot slaw, french fries
Saffron bouillabaisse, salmon, prawns, clams, mussels, german butter potato, tomatoes and green beans, warm focaccia bread
Veal scallopini, sauteed wild and cultivated mushrooms, marsala sauce, potato roesti
Seared salmon, warm fingerling potato salad, mixed greens shallot vinaigrette

DINNER

Warm goats cheese and potato terrine, assorted heirloom tomatoes, arugula, bacon vinaigrette
Seared scallops, chick pea puree, curried zucchini, thai vinaigrette
Salmon tartar, garlic crostini, soft quail eggs, fried capers, red onion creme fraiche
Sauteed prawns, mixed greens, mango, tomato chips, jalapeno and asian style vinaigrette
Albacore tuna, cucumber carpaccio, micro greens, sesame soy vinaigrette
Pan seared Halibut cheeks, pea tortellini, morel mushrooms, brown butter and chive sauce
Fried panko breaded local oysters, lemon beurre blanc, soft herbs and tomato concasse
Alaskan Black Cod, potato gnocchi, assorted seasonal vegetables glazed in truffle butter
Beef duo, Tenderloin and short ribs, bok choy, dashi braised zucchini, ginger and lime infused beef jus
Red wine and thyme marinated Cornish game hen, seared breast, roasted bacon wrapped leg, potato puree, glazed carrots and beans
Rare seared Ahi tuna, grilled asparagus, peppers and eggplant, braised fennel in a spiced tomato sauce
Fresh caught Dungeness crab, lemon and mascarpone risotto, drawn butter, seasonal vegetables
Vancouver Island Ling Cod, mussels and clams, leek and Yukon gold potato chowder
Venison loin, sauteed chantrelles, peaches and cream corn, fondant potato, red wine jus

DESSERTS

Tahitian Vanilla creme brulee
Chocolate lava cake, vanilla ice cream and brandied cherries
Parfait of berries dressed with cassis, layers of crushed meringue, whipped cream
Ice cream filled crepes, roasted donut peaches, plums, apricots, nectarines, honey sabayon
New York style cheesecake, amaretto poached peaches and slivered almonds

Reviews

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

Desolation Sound - August 2023

"It was an amazing experience. The crew was great, and the captain is a really unique, kind, and knowledgable human being. He’s been sailing around that area for 40 years, and the boat is special.

Despite being built in 1943 for WWII, they spend a ton of effort maintaining and restoring the vessel, even down to searching for made-in-the-USA bolts and period-appropriate fixtures. They have hosted everyone from IMAX crews to an episode of the Bachelorette (yes really).

I’d happily recommend the Yellowfin to anyone looking for a bit of “unscripted adventure” as they call it."

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

July 2022, then booked September 2023

Note: This USA 3-generation family came in July 2022 for 7 nights in Desolation Sound and booked 5 nights in September 2023 in the Great Bear Rainforest. Comments: “The little kids did great. The chef was a wonderful person, and his food was delicious. The crew were so friendly and nice. We love the Captain and all the stories. Many fun hiking adventures up to lakes. The slide was a blast for the kids. Whale experiences!!!!!. Clam digging, oyster gathering, fishing. etc. etc. etc.!”

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

Family Charter

The trip was a total success. Things could not have been much better with the Yellowfin. Her accommodations and her crew were just as I had hoped if not a bit better. The food was very good and the chef was flexible enough to satisfy everyone. Colin and the crew ensured that we never wanted for any activity. Their intimate knowledge of the area is priceless as is their unending patience with the kids. We have chartered several times in the past and can say without doubt that Colin and his crew are the best ever.

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

2 US families

"This trip ranked up near or at the top of the trips we have taken with our family. The crew was incredible displaying a genuine interest in making sure every detail was addressed and that everyone had a ball. Colin has assembled a very eclectic group of amenities on Pacific Yellowfin which I dont think could be easily replicated elsewhere. I believe that the itinerary covered some of the most beautiful places on earth. Our family was exposed to activities that we had not previously experienced. From motor biking on the islands to the 40 foot waterslide to gathering our own oysters the verdict by my family and friends was unanimous! Guilty of having too much fun! Thanks so much for referring us to Colin! We highly recommend this trip to anyone!"

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

A tremendous experience.

A tremendous experience. Beautiful scenery, excellent accommodations, superior captain and crew, and delicious food. This trip was a wonderful adventure for us.

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

Fabulous!

Thanks, thanks, thanks. I am so happy I had the chance to discover this beautiful area. I think words are not enough to describe the breathtaking scenery. The trip was fabulous and so perfect. Life on board is peaceful. The Pacific Yellowfin is an interesting yacht, extremely comfortable and stable. She is maintained in an amazing condition by her wonderful crew! Captain Colin is a very nice and attentive man, and lover of his beautiful area.

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

Rave review

Dear Colin, I just spoke with the family about their summer charter. They said everything was fantastic, and particularly noted that this was the best culinary week of their lives (and that is saying a great deal, as they are very well traveled). Mr. H spent half an hour on the phone recommending PACIFIC YELLOWFIN to the next clients! Thanks again for your superb program.

PACIFIC YELLOWFIN

Great Bear Rainforest

“All of the crew were top rate. Captain Colin, Kellie the chef was over the top, Courtney was incredible, Callie was a lot of fun (and we shared lots of photo tips), Scotty had some connections we know very well including a neighbor. And Jarrot was a retired professional player.

Here is a share on a bit of our experience – it is hard as much of it was about being there, the before during and after of the moment – not just the “seeing”. Still I hope this helps tell the story.

By the way this all happened on one day….

Our experience included walking up a river in the rainforest and just taking in the air, the richness of fauna, watching the pools of salmon. Seeing a glimpse of the Spirit bear (nicknamed Strawberry by Maurice and Jolene our guides) and then watching “Strawberry” come down and eat. It was a good amount of time (actually I have no idea how long we were there – it could have been 20 minutes or an hour) before another black bear came down and then moved her off the buffet table. Then we sat and watched the other bear fishing until he had his fill and wandered off to sleep. The decision to return to the boat was made when we figured it did not get much better than what we had experienced – and of course it did as we found Strawberry waiting to wish us goodbye. The bear is a Black Bear with a light hair colored gene and is also known as a Spirit Bear or Kermode!

The humpbacks were all around us as we plied the waters – the explosion of their breath a sure way to spot them, a sound that somehow was at peace with the surrounding fjords. The arced backs a foretelling of the next dive with tales held high in the air. Later we followed the birds to witness a social gathering as the humpbacks worked as a community to corral the herring – lunging and bubble feeding. The gulls feeding on a herring ball close to our stern until the waters boiled and the humpbacks took their share 20 feet from our craft. Finally on the second to last day – we shut the engines down and just drifted – watching a pair swimming – and playing, and then we became the object of their curiosity – as they saw within feet of the vessel – finally stopping and just looking at us – completely still, wondering as much about us as them. Susan knew what they were saying – just keep doing what you can to keep us all safe on this planet.

Hopefully this will give you a sense of what we experienced – but it goes much deeper – I don’t think I will ever let go of those moments." - USA CLIENTS