AQUAVIT: Coastal Day Sails and Island Charters from Marina del Rey aboard a 34‑ft Beneteau

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AQUAVIT: Coastal Day Sails and Island Charters from Marina del Rey aboard a 34‑ft Beneteau

Day sails and multi‑day charters on a 2024 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 operated by Naos Yachts — this guide lays out routes, practical planning, and booking notes.

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AQUAVIT: Coastal Day Sails and Island Charters from Marina del Rey aboard a 34‑ft Beneteau.

Duration
1 day or more
Location
Marina del Rey
Operator
Naos Yachts
Category
Boat Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Aquavit is a Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 set up for day sails and multi‑day charters out of Marina del Rey; with two cabins and one head it carries small groups along the coast, anchoring at Malibu or continuing to Catalina Island or farther for longer charters.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BOAT

A compact ocean cruiser for small groups

Aquavit is a 2024 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 set up for comfortable day sailing or short overnight charters, with two cabins and one head and capacity for a small party.

THE ROUTE

Classic coastal legs: Santa Monica to Malibu and Redondo

Typical day‑sail legs include sailing past the Santa Monica Pier, anchoring at Malibu Pier or Paradise Cove for a swim, and calling Redondo Beach/King Harbor for a relaxed lunch at the mooring.

THE OPTIONS

Extend the trip to Catalina or the Channel Islands

For multi‑day charters Aquavit can make the passage to Catalina Island with options to anchor or take a mooring and go ashore, and for longer charters to hop among the Channel Islands.

What the day feels like

What the sail feels like

AQUAVIT runs as a compact, social cruiser suitable for a relaxed day on the water or a short island hop: expect close quarters aboard a 34‑foot hull configured for four to six people, with the choice of brief coastal legs or multi‑day anchorages.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Small groups & friendsIdeal for groups of four to six who want a social day sail or a short overnight outing aboard a compact cruising yacht.
2
Couples seeking a short island escapeWell suited to couples who want a multi‑day hop to Catalina with basic accommodations in two cabins and a single head.
3
Families with older childrenAppropriate for families comfortable in close quarters on a 34‑ft boat; party size and berth layout favor small family groups.
4
Large groups or those needing spacious amenitiesNot ideal for large parties or travelers requiring multiple heads or extensive interior space; Aquavit is configured for small‑group charters.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Charters run from day sails to multi‑day trips; the basic offering covers one day or more.

What to Bring

Sun protection and a hat are recommended; bring multiple layers since it can be cold on the water even on sunny days.

Booking & Meeting

Meet at Naos Yachts for embarkation; note that the online charter calendar for this boat may not reflect SailTime member bookings—contact the listed Naos Yachts staff to confirm availability.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What kind of boat is Aquavit?

Aquavit is a 2024 Beneteau Oceanis 34.1 First Line Edition.

How many people can Aquavit carry?

The boat is arranged for a group of roughly four to six persons, with two cabins and one head.

Where do we meet for the charter?

Embarkation and meeting are at Naos Yachts in Marina del Rey.

How long are trips?

Charters are offered as day sails or as multi‑day trips; duration is one day or more.

How do I confirm availability or book?

The charter calendar for Aquavit does not include SailTime member bookings; contact Anne‑Cecile or Mollie at Naos Yachts to confirm availability.

Are there discounts available?

Naos Yachts offers a sailing club that can save members up to 25% on bookings; see operator materials for details.