Name: Balista
Brand: Cantieri di Pisa

Balista Superyacht

153' / 47m · Cantieri di Pisa · Built 2013 · Refit 2019

About Balista

Built by in and refitted in , Balista is a 154ft (47m) superyacht that pairs classic pedigree with a refreshed interior and modern amenities. She offers 6 staterooms arranged as , welcoming overnight guests or up to for a day at sea, supported by a dedicated crew of 9.

Aboard Balista

The refit refreshed Balista’s living spaces without losing the character that defines a well-built superyacht. Generous deck areas invite long lunches and sunset gatherings, while the interior cabins provide a quiet retreat at the end of each day. Cruising at knots, she covers ground efficiently between anchorages. Key features include a deck jacuzzi and a swim platform, and the crew sets the pace – whether guests want a packed day of activities or a slow morning with nowhere particular to be.

Activities & Water Toys

Balista carries water toys including – enough variety for groups with mixed interests. The runs guests to beaches, dive sites, and shoreside restaurants throughout the day. Equipment is prepped and managed by the crew, keeping the experience effortless from start to finish.

Sailing

Balista charters across Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, British Virgin Islands, USVI, St Martin, St Barths, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Grenadines in the , repositioning through the year to follow the best weather and destinations. The ideal window for chartering is , when conditions align for an exceptional trip. A refitted superyacht offers updated interiors and modern systems at a compelling price point, with a captain who tailors each route to your group’s preferences and adapts to conditions as the voyage unfolds.

Water Toys & Tenders

39ft Tesoro tender + 14ft Castoldi tender

9 Water Toys

2 x Yamaha Wave Runner 2 x Seabob Water Ski Wakeboard Kneeboard Fishing Snorkeling

Destinations & Best Time to Charter

Region: Nassau

Season

Months

Peak

Jan Feb Mar Dec

Shoulder

May Apr Nov

Off

Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct

Season Type: Year-round

VAT / Tax by Embarkation Country

Country	Rate	Tax Type	Notes
Bahamas	14%	VAT + Port tax	10% VAT + 4% harbour tax = 14% total
Turks and Caicos	12%	VAT	12% VAT
British Virgin Islands	0%	No VAT	No VAT in BVI; cruising permit fees apply
USVI	0%	No VAT	No VAT in US Virgin Islands
St Martin	0%	No VAT	No VAT on yacht charters (Dutch/French sides)
St Barths	0%	No VAT	Collectivity status; no VAT on yacht charters
Anguilla	0%	No VAT	No VAT applies to yacht charters
Antigua and Barbuda	0%	No VAT	Caribbean; no VAT on yacht charters
Grenadines	0%	No VAT	Part of St Vincent; no VAT on yacht charters

Balista Superyacht

About Balista

Features & Amenities

Water Toys & Tenders

Destinations & Best Time to Charter

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