Gallery

Real moments from real charters aboard the Mahiya in St. John, USVI.

Mahiya catamaran deck at twilight with warm amber lantern lights

Evening on the Mahiya

Cruzan rum and wooden cups on the catamaran deck with turquoise water behind

Island Refreshments

Pink and purple sunset sky from the Mahiya catamaran deck

Sunset Sail

Kids relaxing on the trampoline net looking out at the Virgin Islands

Kids on the Net

Snorkel mask and conch shell on the map tablecloth on deck

Ready to Snorkel

USVI flag flying off the bow with a rainbow over the Virgin Islands

USVI Rainbow

Happy group of guests aboard the Mahiya at golden sunset

Happy Guests at Sunset

View from the Mahiya catamaran deck sailing toward a stunning sunset

Sailing into the Sunset

Mahiya's sail number 122 against a deep blue Caribbean sky

Mahiya's Sail

Mahiya under full sail with American flag flying on a sunny day

Under Full Sail

Dramatic golden sunset over open ocean from the Mahiya bow

Open Ocean Sunset

Rainbow touching the Virgin Islands mountains in golden-hour light from the deck

Rainbow Over the Islands

Full rainbow arc over the Virgin Islands seen from the Mahiya deck

Full Rainbow, VI

Looking up through the Mahiya sails with sun flare and island silhouette

Sails & Sunlight

Fiery orange and purple sunset silhouetting a Virgin Islands peak

Island Silhouette Sunset

Group of women in colorful dresses smiling on charter under the bimini

Charter Party

Mahiya anchored in a brilliant turquoise cove with rocky VI coastline

Anchored in Paradise

Captain Karl with arms outstretched on deck, lush green Virgin Islands hills behind

Captain Karl

Mahiya catamaran under full sail on open water with Virgin Islands in the background

Mahiya Under Sail

Dolphin surfacing in the open blue Caribbean ocean

Dolphin Sighting

View from the Mahiya bow trampoline net looking forward at turquoise water and VI islands

Bow Net Views

Full rainbow arc over open water and a small rocky Virgin Islands island

Rainbow Over the VI

Conch shell on a colorful Rasta tablecloth on deck with a green boathouse cove behind

Conch Shell at the Cove

Moody golden sunset from the Mahiya bow with dramatic clouds and VI mountains silhouetted

Sunset from the Bow

Group of eight happy guests on the Mahiya net at golden sunset with VI mountains behind

Sunset Charter Crew

Crystal turquoise cove from the Mahiya bow with rocky Virgin Islands coastline

Crystal Cove

Captain Karl portrait selfie on the water with dramatic rocky VI cliffs behind

Captain Karl

Captain working the lines at sunset on open ocean, white cap, VI islands on the horizon

Working the Lines

Cruzan rum, pink bubbly, and tropical flowers on the Mahiya deck — perfect for a celebration

Celebrate on the Water

Looking forward through the Mahiya sails at dusk with VI mountains in the distance

Dusk Under Sail

Captain Karl low-angle hero portrait on the Mahiya with blue sky and VI islands behind

Captain Karl

Mahiya deck at dusk with sails up, pink clouds, solar panels, and VI mountains

Evening Sail

Guests aboard the Mahiya watching the sunset, boat name clearly visible on the hull

Aboard the Mahiya

Two dolphins bow-riding alongside the Mahiya in brilliant turquoise water

Dolphin Escort

Happy couple smiling under the bimini with drinks on a Virgin Magic charter

Happy Guests

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya anchored in crystal turquoise water with snorkelers swimming nearby

Mahiya from Above

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya sailing in a golden VI bay at sunset, mountains silhouetted

Sunset Aerial

Virgin Magic Charters photo from the Mahiya

Life on the Water

Virgin Magic Charters photo from the Mahiya

Life on the Water

Virgin Magic Charters photo from the Mahiya

Life on the Water

Virgin Magic Charters photo from the Mahiya

Life on the Water

USVI flag flying proudly from the Mahiya bow with green VI hillside and harbor behind

Flying the USVI Flag

Aerial drone shot of a tiny rocky VI island surrounded by brilliant turquoise water, Mahiya anchored nearby

Island Paradise

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya anchored in crystal turquoise water with snorkelers swimming nearby, Captain Karl waving

Snorkel Stop from Above

Mahiya catamaran under full sail on calm blue open water, painterly golden light

Mahiya Under Sail

Underwater close-up of a dolphin gliding through vivid cyan Caribbean water

Underwater Dolphin

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya with red sails sailing over a turquoise reef, small VI island in the distance

Red Sails Over the Reef

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya catamaran with red and white sails on deep blue water, VI mountains behind

Mahiya Under Sail

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya with red sail on sparkling turquoise water, small VI island in the distance

Sailing the VI

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya with red sails gliding over brilliant turquoise reef water, rocky VI coastline nearby

Over the Reef

Happy group of guests aboard the Mahiya catamaran with the boat name clearly visible on the hull, VI hills behind

Aboard the Mahiya

The Mahiya catamaran under full sail on calm water with the American flag flying, boat name on hull

Mahiya Under Sail

Close-up of the Mahiya name painted in decorative lettering on the hull of the catamaran

The Mahiya

Close-up of the Mahiya bow on calm misty water at dawn, rigging and porthole details visible

Mahiya at Dawn

Fiery golden sunset over the open ocean with a tiny island silhouetted on the horizon

Caribbean Sunset

Happy couple smiling aboard the Mahiya catamaran with the boat name visible, rocky VI cove behind

Happy Guests on the Mahiya

View from the Mahiya deck looking forward at a golden sunset over the open Caribbean sea, solar panels and rigging visible

Sunset from the Deck

USVI flag flying from the Mahiya stern at dusk, a rainbow beam of light above VI mountains and dark blue water

USVI Flag at Dusk

Mahiya catamaran anchored in brilliant crystal-clear turquoise water, MAHIYA name on hull, VI hillside behind

Mahiya in the Shallows

Wide-angle view from the Mahiya bow looking forward through the rigging at lush green VI islands and blue sky

Bow View

Close-up underwater portrait of a dolphin gliding through vivid blue Caribbean water

Underwater Dolphin

Mahiya catamaran anchored in vivid turquoise water with lush green VI hillside behind, guests on deck

Mahiya at Anchor

Sailboat on turquoise water beneath a full rainbow arching over green VI mountains and dramatic clouds

Rainbow Over the VI

Dramatic fiery sunset with a sailboat silhouetted against glowing orange clouds and VI mountain islands

Fiery VI Sunset

Mahiya bow close-up with MAHIYA name painted on the hull, small rocky VI island in the deep blue background

The Mahiya

Captain Karl looking up at the vibrant red sail billowing in the wind, lush VI mountains and blue sky behind

Red Sail

Happy group of five young guests smiling aboard the Mahiya catamaran with MAHIYA name visible on the hull

Happy Guests on the Mahiya

Aerial view looking straight down at the Mahiya catamaran deck on sparkling open water, person visible on deck

Mahiya from Above

Mahiya catamaran under full white sail on deep blue water with lush VI mountains and golden sky behind

Mahiya Under Sail

Mahiya catamaran docked at a tropical pier with palm trees and colorful Caribbean buildings behind

Mahiya at the Dock

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya sailing toward a VI town at sunset, golden light reflecting off the water

Sunset Sail

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya catamaran tiny against a vast teal ocean beside a lush green VI island

Island Passage

Low water-level view of the Mahiya catamaran hull and bow nets with a rocky VI island ahead under blue sky

Water Level View

MAHIYA name painted on the hull of the catamaran in decorative lettering, rocky VI island in the background

The Mahiya

Side view of the Mahiya catamaran hull on calm deep blue water with a dramatic rocky VI island ahead

Approaching the Island

Captain Karl standing on the Mahiya deck waving, guest swimming in brilliant turquoise water below, VI hills behind

Captain Karl & Guests

Underwater shot of two dolphins swimming together in clear blue Caribbean water, tails and fins visible

Dolphins Underwater

Fresh fruit salad bowl with blueberries, strawberries, kiwi and pineapple — snacks served on the Mahiya

Fresh Fruit on Board

Mahiya catamaran silhouetted on moody dark blue water with VI mountains in the background under stormy skies

Mahiya on the Horizon

Guests relaxing on the Mahiya catamaran deck with snacks, sails up, open ocean ahead under cloudy skies

Relaxing on Deck

Close-up of a whale surfacing in bright blue Caribbean water, barnacles visible on its back

Whale Sighting!

Black bean salsa in a wooden bowl with homemade tortilla chips on a colorful cloth, Reef Fish guide books alongside

Full Day Lunch Spread

Young girl sitting on the Mahiya catamaran net at dusk, lush green VI mountains and turquoise water behind her

Little Sailor

Charcuterie board with grapes, apple slices, hummus, crackers and carrots served on the Mahiya

Snacks on the Mahiya

American flag flying from the Mahiya bow net over crystal turquoise water with a rocky VI cove behind

Stars & Stripes at Sea

Mahiya catamaran anchored in turquoise water viewed from shore through tropical branches, American flag flying

Mahiya at Anchor

View from the Mahiya bow looking forward at a stunning white sand beach and palm trees in brilliant turquoise water

Paradise Found

Mahiya catamaran docked at a tropical pier framed by palm fronds, American flag flying, lush VI hillside behind

Mahiya at the Dock

Stingray resting on the sandy seafloor with a silver fish swimming above during a snorkel stop in the VI

Stingray Encounter

Large sea turtle gliding through vivid blue water with a snorkeler visible in the background, blue fins below

Swimming with Sea Turtles

Close-up of a hawksbill sea turtle face and shell in clear shallow water over a sandy reef bottom

Hawksbill Turtle

Hawksbill sea turtle gliding over coral reef with a small black fish nearby in clear blue Caribbean water

Turtle Over the Reef

Sea turtle on the seafloor near coral with a small fish, viewed close-up in clear Caribbean water

Turtle on the Reef

Dramatic golden sunset from the Mahiya deck, sun breaking through dark clouds over VI mountains, solar panel visible

Golden Sunset Sail

Guests relaxing on the Mahiya deck under full sail, bowl of fruit on deck, VI mountains silhouetted behind

Sailing at Sunset

Dolphin surfacing in sparkling turquoise water alongside the Mahiya, cleats and rope visible in the foreground

Dolphin Alongside

Two dolphins swimming together underwater in clear bright blue Caribbean water, dorsal fins and markings visible

Dolphin Pair Underwater

Close-up underwater shot of two spotted dolphins swimming toward the camera in brilliant blue Caribbean water

Dolphins Up Close

Underwater view of two dolphins near the surface, one showing its spotted tail flukes, second dolphin behind

Dolphin Tails Underwater

View from the Mahiya bow over solar panels toward dramatic colorful rocky VI cliffs and deep blue water

Rocky VI Coastline

View from the Mahiya cockpit past the mainsail toward a lush green VI island on deep blue water under blue sky

Sailing Past the Islands

Sailboat silhouetted against a stunning golden sunset over a calm harbor with VI island mountains behind

Sunset Silhouette

View from the Mahiya deck past the mast toward a tropical beach with palm trees and colorful waterfront buildings

Tropical Beach Stop

Laughing gull perched on the Mahiya boom with deep blue choppy water and VI mountain islands behind

Feathered Visitor

Overhead view of a beautiful charcuterie tray with prosciutto-wrapped melon, grapes, crackers and herb cheese

Full Day Lunch Spread

Captain Karl at the helm of the Mahiya in a fisheye lens shot, VI mountains and turquoise water all around

Captain Karl at the Helm

The Mahiya catamaran moored in a calm turquoise bay with lush green VI hillside behind, MAHIYA name on hull

Mahiya at Moorings

The Mahiya catamaran docked at a tropical pier with palm trees and a lush VI mountain behind, MAHIYA name on hull

Mahiya at the Dock

View from the Mahiya bow over the lattice trampoline net toward turquoise water and a rocky VI coastline, solar panels visible

Mahiya Bow Net

Looking down from the Mahiya mast over the trampoline nets and swim ladder into brilliant turquoise water below

Trampoline View

The Mahiya catamaran moored in a sparkling harbor framed by tropical tree branches, other sailboats behind

Mahiya Through the Trees

Crackers in a wooden bowl with chicken salad dip and fresh pineapple chunks served on the Mahiya deck, bamboo cups behind

Snacks on the Mahiya

Young boy sitting on the Mahiya cockpit at dusk holding a sippy cup, VI mountain islands silhouetted behind

Little Sailor at Dusk

Happy group of four guests posing behind the MAHIYA name on the stern, lush green VI cove behind

Happy Guests on the Mahiya

Dramatic golden sunset with the sun setting behind a dark rocky VI island silhouette over calm dark water

Island Sunset

Dense staghorn coral reef underwater with a blue tang fish visible, shot during a snorkel stop in the VI

Staghorn Coral Reef

Close-up of staghorn coral branches with tiny polyps visible and a blue fish nearby, VI reef snorkeling

Coral Close-Up

Close-up underwater portrait of a dolphin swimming toward the camera in clear blue Caribbean water, sandy bottom below

Dolphin Face to Face

Happy group of five guests relaxing on the Mahiya catamaran deck with a rocky VI island and turquoise water behind

Happy Guests on the Mahiya

The Mahiya catamaran moored at dusk with MAHIYA name on the hull, dramatic golden and purple storm clouds behind, trees silhouetted

Mahiya at Dusk

Captain Karl smiling at the helm of the Mahiya with El Morro fortress visible behind him in the harbor

Captain Karl at El Morro

The Mahiya catamaran under full white sail with the Philippine flag flying, American flag at the stern, blue sky behind

Mahiya Under Full Sail

Couple sharing wine aboard the Mahiya at sunset, bottle of Clos du Bois Chardonnay on the table, open ocean behind

Wine at Sunset

View from the Mahiya cockpit looking forward at a stunning golden sunset over the open ocean, sail and rigging silhouetted

Golden Sunset Sail

Magazine article about the Keys Spring Wharram Rendezvous featuring a photo of the Mahiya — a Wharram Tiki 30 catamaran

Mahiya in the Press

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya catamaran under sail on choppy grey water, Captain Karl waving from the bow

Captain Karl Waves from the Bow

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya catamaran under full sail on choppy grey water, person waving from the bow deck

Mahiya Under Sail from Above

Close-up underwater portrait of a dolphin swimming directly toward the camera in clear blue Caribbean water, sandy bottom below

Dolphin Face to Face

Happy group of five guests lounging on the Mahiya catamaran deck with brilliant turquoise water and a rocky island behind

Happy Guests on the Mahiya

The Mahiya catamaran moored at dusk with MAHIYA name on the hull, dramatic golden and purple storm clouds behind

Mahiya at Dusk

Captain Karl smiling at the helm of the Mahiya with El Morro fortress visible behind him in the harbor

Captain Karl at El Morro

The Mahiya catamaran under full white sail with the Philippine flag flying and American flag at the stern, blue sky behind

Mahiya Under Full Sail

Couple sharing wine aboard the Mahiya at sunset, bottle of Clos du Bois Chardonnay on the table, open ocean behind

Wine at Sunset

Golden sunset from the Mahiya deck looking forward past the sail and rigging over a calm open ocean

Golden Sunset Sail

Magazine article about the Keys Spring Wharram Rendezvous featuring the Mahiya — a Wharram Tiki 30 catamaran built in the Philippines

Mahiya in the Press

Aerial drone screenshot of the Mahiya under cream sail on choppy grey water, Captain Karl waving from the bow

Captain Karl Waves from the Bow

Aerial drone shot of the Mahiya catamaran under full cream sail on choppy grey water, person waving from the bow deck

Mahiya from Above

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