Perini Navi, the Viareggio yard that pioneered the luxury sailing superyacht category in the 1980s under Fabio Perini, builds steel and aluminium ketch- and schooner-rigged yachts of 40 to over 60 metres, known for their automated sail handling systems, deep blue-water capability, and the seamless integration of sailing performance with superyacht interior luxury. Seven Perini Navi charter yachts are available to guests who specify the Abacos as their destination, making this yard one of the most prominent sailing superyacht options in the Caribbean. These vessels typically measure 40 to 60 metres, carry 8 to 16 crew, and sail under double-masted rigs with carbon booms managed by hydraulic systems that allow the captain and first mate to handle the full sail plan without additional deck crew. In the Abacos, Perini Navi yachts find some of the best sailing in the Caribbean: the trade winds blow reliably from the southeast during the March to June season, creating a consistent fetch for the northbound passage along the Sea of Abaco. The reef cuts at Whale Cay, Lynyard and Man-O-War give access to the outer Atlantic for open-water sailing without the barrier reef damping the swell. The advance provisioning allowance on a Perini Navi charter in the Abacos runs to around 30 percent of the weekly fee, covering fuel for the auxiliary engines on calm-water passages and in marinas, provisioning from Marsh Harbour, marina fees and drinks. Perini Navi yachts are among the most celebrated in the global sailing charter fleet: confirm availability 12 to 18 months ahead for peak weeks.
