Perini Navi, the Italian yard founded by Fabio Perini in 1983 and based in Viareggio, built a defining series of large sailing yachts ranging from 40 to over 70 metres. Each vessel was characterised by carbon or aluminium masts rising well above 50 metres, furling boom systems that allow near-automated sail handling with a small crew, and interior volumes approaching those of a motor yacht of the same waterline length. Although the yard ceased new construction in recent years, the fleet of existing Perini Navi hulls remains among the most sought-after sailing charter yachts in the world.nnPerini Navi yachts available for Caribbean charter are typically ketch or schooner rigs in the 45 to 65 metre range. Under sail in the steady eastern Caribbean trade winds, these vessels move purposefully and quietly, offering a contrast to motor charter that experienced guests consistently describe as transformative. The automated sail handling means guests experience genuine offshore sailing without the complexity or physical demand of a traditional crewed sailing yacht.nnWeekly charter rates for Perini Navi yachts in the Mustique area range from approximately 70,000 to over 200,000 euros per week. An advance provisioning allowance of roughly 30 percent covers fuel, provisions, port dues and crew gratuity. The Caribbean trade wind season from December through April provides ideal conditions, and Perini Navi charters in this region are in strong demand throughout those months.nnMustique is an ideal starting point for a Perini Navi. The prevailing northeast trades allow a comfortable broad reach south through the Grenadines chain, visiting Canouan, Tobago Cays, Union Island and Grenada on a classic Caribbean sailing passage.
