Constructed by Custom Made in 2006 and updated with a refit in 2020, the 149ft (45m) motor yacht Ashena offers a well-proven platform with refreshed interiors and modern systems. Her 6 cabins – 1 King, 2 Queen, 2 Double, 1 Twin – accommodate 16 guests, attended by a crew of 13 who handle navigation, meals, and itinerary planning so guests focus entirely on enjoying the voyage.
The Updated Ashena
The 2020 refit brought Ashena’s interior and amenities into line with what today’s charter guests expect. On deck, there is ample space for dining, sunbathing, and watching the scenery pass at 9 knots. Below, the staterooms are a comfortable base after days spent ashore or in the water. Features include a deck jacuzzi, a swim platform, and a beach club. The updated galley allows the chef to prepare restaurant-quality meals, adapting menus to preferences and dietary requirements.
Activities Aboard
With 8 water toys at hand, including a jet ski, a Seabob, water skis, a wakeboard, and towable inflatables, Ashena provides genuine variety for active groups and those who prefer to take things slowly. The 13ft Tender is on call for beach landings, harbour visits, and offshore snorkeling trips. The crew manages all logistics, allowing guests to simply enjoy each activity as it comes.
Cruising Indian Ocean
Ashena charters throughout Mauritius, Madagascar, Tanzania in the Indian Ocean, repositioning seasonally to follow the best weather and cruising conditions. The recommended charter season falls within Peak: Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec | High: Apr, Nov | Value: May, Oct. A refitted motor yacht offers an attractive balance of quality and value – modern finishes and reliable systems wrapped in a hull that has already proven its sea-keeping abilities.
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Peak | Jan Feb Mar Dec |
| Shoulder | May Oct Apr Nov |
| Off | Jun Jul Aug Sep |
| Country | Rate | Tax Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | 15% | VAT | 15% VAT; luxury charter operators often include in rate |
| Madagascar | 20% | TVA | 20% TVA |
| Tanzania | 18% | VAT | 18% VAT |
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