MAH NA MAH NA
Yacht Specifications
Yacht Type
Catamaran
Flag
USA
Cruising Speed
7 kts
Air Conditioning
Full
AC All Night
Yes
Water Maker
Yes
Accommodation
Additional Accommodation Details
1 Queen Cabin for Crew
New bow cushions coming early 25/26 season!
Videos/VR
Watersports & Toys
Other Toys
Surfboard
4 Stand Up Paddle Boards
1 SunChill
Snorkel Gear
Fishing Gear With 3 Heavy Weight Rods
All Gear for Lobstering
Scuba Diving
Scuba Availability
Yacht offers Rendezvous Diving only
License Info
-
Air Compressor
Not Onboard
Amenities
Other Entertainment
*Dogs - Inquire - Depends On Dog*
*Nudity - Topless Only*
Foredeck Shade Canopy
Upgraded Sound System With Bluetooth And Four Zones
Smart TV
Decorative Colored Mood Lighting
Large Yeti Cooler (Holds 48 Cans)
Insulated Yeti Mugs And Cups
SodaStream
Induction Hot Plate
Additional Countertop Ice Maker
Full-Size Fridge/Freezer With Icemaker
Microwave
Toaster
Electric Water Kettle
14-Cup Coffee Maker
Blender
Plancha / Outdoor Grill
2 Yoga Mats
Games Including Chess, Codenames, Playing Cards, Sleeping Queens, Uno, And Dobble
Starlink
Green Initiatives
Drinking Water Tested for Purity
Yes
Re-usable Water Bottles
No
Yacht Crew1 Total Crew
About the Crew
Captain Zack grew up on the Lower Colorado River in Texas’ Hill Country, where skiing, wakeboarding, and wakesurfing were year-round pastimes. Early travels across the United States ignited his wanderlust and fostered a deep curiosity for the natural world—on land and at sea.
After selling his business in his late twenties, Zack jumped aboard a sailboat with a seasoned Atlantic racer to master blue-water sailing. He co-founded a day-sail charter company in Texas, then went on to complete multiple Gulf of Mexico crossings, purchase his own sailboat, and captain voyages up and down the U.S. East Coast. Along the way, he honed his skills on Chesapeake Bay schooners and even lived out of a van while exploring New Zealand and Australia—before answering the call of the Caribbean and making St. Thomas his home.
When he’s not captaining charters for Paradise Yacht Management, Zack leads an inspiring youth sailing program in St. Thomas—teaching Scouts of America how to sail, cook, clean, and thrive aboard a vessel during multi-day island expeditions. He also loves incorporating fishing into the charter experience, especially aboard Mah Na Mah Na, which is equipped with top-tier fishing gear and lures. Sailing down the Caribbean island chain, he’s often in pursuit of the perfect Mahi taco or Ahi tuna steak—adding an extra layer of excitement (and flavor) to the journey.
Zack often calls the ocean “the last frontier,” a place where explorers still roam. As a former business owner turned professional mariner, he combines meticulous attention to safety and customer service with an irresistible enthusiasm for adventure. His genuine warmth and ability to connect with guests of all ages ensure every charter becomes the trip of a lifetime.
Meet the Crew
Zack Lanford
Yacht Menu
Culinary Experience
Guest Reviews
February 2026
~Tyler
February 2026
I just wanted to personally thank you for the excellent job you did on this charter. Tyler reached out to me directly to say how fantastic the trip has been and how happy they all are, which is always the best feedback to receive.
From my side, you have been an absolute pleasure to work with, and ! will gladly recommend you to my clients going forward. Thanks again for everything!
-Lian, Broker
January 2026
The only thing that wasn’t absolutely perfect was that the BVI standard itinerary has become very popular, thus the usual hot spots were quite crowded. Zack is aware and encouraged us to head to must-see stuff like the Baths early in the AM so we would arrive before the crowds.. but there are only so many safe harbor moorings to be had, so a couple nights we woke up in the middle of a sea of other boats, and joked that we might as well be in a Walmart parking lot.. so for our last night we asked Zack to find us a private harbor. And he delivered big time. We spent our last 24 hrs by ourselves with the turtles and the stars in a harbor by ourselves. It was magical. We are so thankful we booked with your group.
-Kristine
January 2026
The boat was perfect - very clean and well stocked, with several different seating areas for sun or shade, to enjoy as a group or to enjoy in solitude.
More importantly, though, Captain Zack was the perfect addition to our trip. We are a boating family and had been hoping to take this trip for years. We knew nothing about the BVIs and Zack proved the perfect ambassador. He worked behind the scenes to make sure we had perfect anchorages each night, some located just off beach bars and parties, so in remote areas for quiet evenings. He arranged for whatever we wanted. His knowledge of the islands - the best snorkeling spots, the out-of-the-way beaches and bars, the tidbits of trivia as we sailed along - all of it added so much to our adventure. Best of all, he was such a wonderful companion. Zack is the consummate professional - serious and responsible in operating the boat and keeping us safe, while incredibly kind and easy going and flexible. We truly felt that we were vacationing with an old friend.
Zack went above and beyond throughout, talking with me ahead of time so we knew what to pack and expect, taking care of all our grocery shopping so that the boat was fully stocked when we arrived, and then, most remarkably, helping us sort through logistics when we had flight trouble at the end of the week.
We honestly can't say enough good things about Captain Zack and Mah Na Mah - and we hope to enjoy another week with him soon.
Ann Humphrey
February 2025 - Previous Review from Previous Boat
Amazing Day!! Highlight of our trip. Captain Zac and First Mate Jamie were delightful and very professional. We always felt like we were in excellent hands. The only reason this company is not ranked #1 is the private small groups they cater to. For our 4 person party, it was not that much more than buying 4 tickets on a big excursion...but Oh the VALUE!!
January 2025 - Previous Review from Previous Boat
Sweet Pea raised the bar for fun, laughs, shenanigans and unforgettable memories. If you are choosing between Sweet Pea and another option, Sweet Pea is a slam dunk in providing you with everything you will want and need to create a lifetime memory. We are bringing our children and their spouses next time.
December 2024 - Previous Review from Previous Boat
We then stopped at a beautiful beach and we all got in the water (even grandma). The snorkeling was wonderful there, too. After a few hours we had lunch (yummy) more rum pubch, and set sail again. We stopped and snorkeled again! I think the captain and Ist mate smiled as much as we did (and we got a good laugh at the selfie that was taken by captain when grandma asked him to hold her phone ). Definitely our favorite day of our vacation! Thank you crew of Sweet Pea for making it so great!!!
December 2024 - Previous Review from Previous Boat
Charter Rates
Base Charter Rate
Charter Details
Individual Rates
| 2 Guests | 3 Guests | 4 Guests | 5 Guests | 6 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 |
Base Charter Rate
Charter Details
Individual Rates
| 2 Guests | 3 Guests | 4 Guests | 5 Guests | 6 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 |
Base Charter Rate
Charter Details
Individual Rates
| 2 Guests | 3 Guests | 4 Guests | 5 Guests | 6 Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 | USD 17,000 |
Base Charter Rate
Charter Details
Additional Information
Cruising Area
• Virgin Islands (USVI & BVI)
Base Port
• Yacht Haven Grande (YHG) – St. Thomas, USVI
• Additional pick-up/drop-off available at American Yacht Harbor (AYH), St. Thomas
• BVI ports available on request (Contact us for details)
Yacht Status & Operations
• Based in St. Thomas, USVI
• STT-Foreign Based Restricted
• USVI pick-up/drop-off preferred
• BVI pick-ups/drop-offs accepted with advance approval
Customs Fees & Cruising Permits
• Included
Rates & Terms
Minimum charter nights
• 7-night minimum
• Shorter than 4-night charters considered on request
Short-Term Charter Rate Calculations
• 6 nights = weekly rate ÷ 7 × 6
• 5 nights or less = weekly rate ÷ 6 × number of nights
CAPTAIN360 Includes the Following Concierge Services; ★ denotes items new to the CAPTAIN360 program
★ Captain as concierge: local expertise + itinerary support for top moorings, dining, and onshore activities
• Provisioning assistance
• Assistance in the galley
• After meal clean-up assistance
• Preparing ‘Captain’s Cocktails’
• Making restaurant reservations
• Day trip / rendezvous reservations
• Onshore excursion reservations
• Daily salon tidying
• Mid-week linens offering for guests
• Hassle-free coordination of bookings for moorings, anchoring, trash, ice, etc.
• Capturing photos to present at end
• Orchestrates fun water sport activities
Local Knowledge
• Cruising grounds experience & knowledge
• Onshore activity recommendations
• Fun and engaging captain safety briefings
• Restaurant advice
★ Concierge-style itinerary planning support (mooring/anchoring plan, dining, onshore activities, and backup options)
• Custom itinerary maps provided for take-home
• Themed music & playlists
Included Yacht Amenities
• Snorkel gear
• Expanded water toy inventory
• Basic linens & indoor towels
• High quality linens & indoor & outdoor towels
• Shampoo, soap, toilet paper, and paper towels
• Sunscreen & bug spray
• Onboard WiFi
• Onboard & beach games
• Welcome yacht swag to take home
★ Curated ship’s bar included (beer, wine, select spirits, mixers)
★ Pre-packaged Snacks + light breakfast items included (coffee, juice, fruit, pastries/bagels)
Guest Benefits
• An overall superior Captain-Only charter experience
• A dedicated and knowledgeable Captain to ensure your vacation is easy & fun
• Immense value add compared to other Captain-Only & Bareboat charter types
• Access to advanced yacht amenities
★ No surprise expenses: mooring fees, trash disposal, ice, fuel, and customs fees included
Included
• Pre-packaged snacks
• Light breakfast items
• Ship’s bar (beer, wine, select spirits, mixers)
• Ice
• Fuel
• Mooring or Dock Fees
• Customs Fees
Excluded
• Food (beyond included snacks + light breakfast)
• Beverages (beyond included ship’s bar)
• Airport Transfers
• Shore Excursions
Sleep Aboard Option
Enjoy a relaxed evening onboard before your charter begins.
• Offered at 50% of the daily rate
• Boarding available after 4:00 PM
• Includes snacks, welcome cocktails & continental breakfast
• Dinner ashore at guest expense
• Excludes Christmas & New Year’s weeks
Holiday Rates 2026 / 2027 Season
Holiday season pricing is full-board only, 7 nights, and a 48-hour turn is required.
Christmas Week
• $19,000 | 2–6 guests
• Must end on or before December 27
New Year’s Week
• $21,000 | 2–6 guests
• May not start prior to December 28
Important Notes
• Charter waiver required in addition to standard contract
• Please inquire for BVI port availability due to annual limit
• Only Topless Nudity allowed
• Inquire about pets onboard
*Gratuities For Crew Accepted Directly Via - Cash, PayPal, Zell, Venmo, Apple Pay