7th heaven

Captain – Tiaan Pistorius

Master of Yachts 200GT

Captain Tiaan Pistorius hails from the sunny shores of Jeffreys Bay, South Africa, where his lifelong connection to the ocean began. Surfing, sailing, diving, and fishing shaped his early years and set the course for a professional maritime career spanning over 12 years.

After delivering a wide variety of vessels across the world’s oceans, Tiaan has focused his expertise on the charter industry. He holds a Master of Yachts 200GT license along with numerous supporting maritime qualifications, combining strong technical skill with extensive blue-water experience.

Based in Aegina, Greece for the past six years, Tiaan has dedicated himself to uncovering the most beautiful and lesser-known destinations the Greek islands have to offer. When not at sea, he can usually be found repairing or rebuilding vessels abroad—from 80-foot steel landing craft to vintage racing yachts—bringing new life to old ships wherever he goes.

Known for his calm confidence and problem-solving ability, Tiaan places safety above all else, ensuring guests are always in capable hands. With a deep interest in culture, history, and travel, he delights in bringing people together through shared experiences, taking guests beyond the usual routes to hidden coves and unforgettable anchorages.

Deckhand / Stewardess – Selina Rai

RYA Day Skipper | Powerboat Level 2 | Qualified Yoga Instructor

Selina Rai is a true world citizen. Born in Ireland and raised in Germany and Canada, she has lived in over nine countries and traveled to more than forty, bringing a rich global perspective and natural curiosity to life onboard.

Her passion for sailing was discovered while working and traveling abroad as a foreign language teacher, but everything changed when she joined an Atlantic crossing as part of a delivery crew. Since then, Selina has fully embraced life at sea, developing her sailing skills while combining them with a strong background in hospitality.

Based in Aegina, Greece, Selina worked at her local sailing school as Fleet Cleaning Manager while completing her RYA Day Skipper certification and building miles throughout the Saronic Gulf. She is also a qualified yoga instructor and loves offering onboard yoga sessions to guests who wish to relax, stretch, and reconnect while at sea.

A warm and gregarious extrovert, Selina thrives on creating meaningful connections with guests. Highly adaptable and solution-oriented, she consistently goes above and beyond to ensure every detail is considered. Selina is dedicated to making each charter a memorable experience filled with comfort, energy, and genuine care.

Chef - Clair harrison

With over 25 years of experience in kitchens and hospitality, Claire’s passion for food has been a lifelong pursuit. She began her culinary journey at just 15, working as a pasta apprentice under Lucianna Conte, where she developed a strong foundation in Italian cuisine.
Claire’s career has spanned fine dining restaurants, food trucks, and more than 118 weddings, shaping a philosophy that exceptional food becomes the subtle soundtrack to life’s most memorable celebrations. She has had the privilege of both creating and recreating these moments for guests from around the world.
Travel has deepened Claire’s perspective, reinforcing a belief in continuous learning. By connecting with local producers and artisans—many carrying generations of knowledge—she has refined not only her cooking style but also her approach to sourcing ingredients.
Committed to fresh, vibrant flavours and naturally raised produce, Claire has built a career centered on letting quality ingredients shine, elevating each dish with a touch of flair and a hint of magic.