Abeking and Rasmussen, the German yard established in 1907, builds motor yachts and sailing yachts of exceptional structural precision, using aluminium construction to produce light, fast vessels with outstanding range. Three Abeking and Rasmussen yachts operate in Dominican Republic waters through The Yacht Collection, each a custom commission built to the highest standards of structural engineering and interior design.
The Dominican Republic offers a varied and rewarding cruising ground that suits the range and offshore capability of Abeking and Rasmussen vessels well. The island’s northern and eastern coastlines present the Samana Peninsula, a remarkable natural environment for whale watching between January and March, and Saona Island off the southeastern tip, with its extensive sandbanks and crystal waters. The south coast marina at Casa de Campo in La Romana is among the Caribbean’s finest facilities.
Charter rates for Abeking and Rasmussen yachts in the Dominican Republic range from approximately 80,000 to 200,000 euros per week. The advance provisioning allowance runs to around 30 percent of the base rate, covering fuel, food, marina fees and crew gratuity. Peak charter season runs December through April. Early enquiry is advisable for these sought-after vessels.
A week-long itinerary in Dominican Republic waters typically begins at Casa de Campo marina or Cap Cana before heading east to Saona Island for the sandbanks and snorkelling. The passage north around Cabo Engano leads toward the Samana Peninsula, where Las Terrenas and the Los Haitises National Park reward several days of exploration in one of the Caribbean’s most ecologically rich environments.
