SIESTA KEY CATAMARAN FIELD GUIDE
Siesta Key’s four-hour escape aboard the 42' Wanderlust — a Bali 4.2 catamaran built for social sailing and calm-water swimming
A private, 4-hour charter aboard the 42' Wanderlust that balances sailing through Sarasota Bay with anchored time at sandbars and swimable anchorages.
Siesta Key’s four-hour escape aboard the 42' Wanderlust — a Bali 4.2 catamaran built for social sailing and calm-water swimming.
Aboard Wanderlust, a Bali 4.2 sailing catamaran, the Gulf’s light and low horizons open up across Sarasota Bay. The yacht’s multiple social areas, solid forward lounge and seamless indoor–outdoor salon create a relaxed rhythm: sailing, dropping anchor in calm waters, stepping off the swim platform for a swim or to explore sandbars, and watching for dolphins along the coastline.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Four distinct social zones for flexible cruising
Wanderlust’s Bali 4.2 design gives guests separated gathering areas—the flybridge, solid forward lounge, aft cockpit and panoramic salon—so groups can spread out or come together without sacrificing comfort.
Twin-hull stability with dry foredeck seating
The catamaran’s twin-hull platform and solid walk-through forward lounge deliver a stable, dry experience on the bow—comfortable for cruising Sarasota Bay under sail or while motoring to anchor.
Swim access, sandbars and coastal wildlife
The yacht provides easy water entry for swimming at calm anchorages and the itinerary commonly includes sandbar stops and opportunities to encounter dolphins along Florida’s coastline.
What the day feels like
What the four-hour charter feels like
The half-day charter unfolds as a balanced loop: raise sail and cruise through Sarasota Bay, settle into the flybridge or salon for the view, drop anchor in a sheltered spot for swims and sandbar time, and keep an eye out for dolphins working the shoreline. With multiple social spaces and air-conditioned cabins, the vessel suits relaxed daytime sailing where comfort and connection are the priority.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this half-day charter suits — and when to look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a half-day charter that runs for 4 hours.
The vessel offers swim and water access and air-conditioned cabins for comfort during anchored stops and underway periods.
Guests meet at 505 Quay Commons, Sarasota, FL 34236 for embarkation.
Base 4‑hour private charter is $1,995 for up to 6 guests; rates adjust for groups of 7–9 and 10–13; maximum capacity is 13. The charter is bareboat; a qualified licensed captain must be contracted separately. Fuel is charged based on actual consumption and crew gratuity is not included.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the charter?
This half-day charter lasts 4 hours.
Where do we meet the vessel?
The meeting location is 505 Quay Commons, Sarasota, FL 34236.
What does the base price cover and how many guests are allowed?
The 4‑hour private vessel charter base rate is $1,995 for up to 6 guests. Rates are adjusted for 7–9 guests (+$200) and 10–13 guests (+$400). The vessel’s maximum capacity is 13 guests.
Is a captain provided with the charter?
A qualified, properly licensed captain is required for all charters and is contracted separately by the charterer.
Are there additional operating costs to plan for?
Fuel usage is calculated based on actual consumption; customary crew gratuity is not included in the quoted charter rate.
What on-board features support swimming and comfort?
Wanderlust provides easy water entry for swimming at calm anchorages and has air-conditioned cabins with ensuite heads for daytime comfort.