Westport builds motor yachts in Westport, New Zealand, using fibreglass construction and a semi-displacement hull form that provides strong fuel economy and comfortable sea motion without sacrificing speed. Three Westport yachts operate in Cuban waters through The Yacht Collection, each a well-maintained example of the yard’s cruising range and well-suited to the itinerary demands that Cuba places on a charter vessel.
The Westport fleet in Cuba is particularly suited to guests who want a high-quality charter experience without the operational complexity of the largest superyachts. Vessels typically accommodate eight to ten guests in three or four cabins, supported by crews of five or six. The semi-displacement hull form provides efficient cruising between Cuba’s destinations, managing the passages between Havana, Varadero and the Jardines de la Reina at comfortable speeds.
Charter rates for Westport yachts in Cuba range from approximately 30,000 to 80,000 euros per week, making this fleet among the most accessible in the destination for the level of quality on offer. The advance provisioning allowance runs to around 30 percent on top of the base rate. December through April is peak Caribbean charter season.
From Havana, the Westport semi-displacement hull covers the northern coast efficiently. The crossing to the Jardines de la Reina takes a full day but is comfortable in the settled winter sea states, arriving in time for an evening anchorage in the protected channels. The south coast passage via the Bay of Pigs and Cienfuegos Bay completes a satisfying week-long circuit of Cuba’s most varied coastline.
