EQUINOX X

81 ft / 24.7 m Cheoy Lee - Sleeps 6 guests

From: $46,200

Chartering in the Caribbean

About EQUINOX X

Operating in the Caribbean

Equinox is an 81-foot Cheoy Lee Sport Motor Yacht built in 2004 and refitted in 2016 and 2020.  

She is 21 feet wide; which provides a stable ride, safe and wide exterior walk-arounds, and a spacious interior.

This is a very safe and comfortable vessel where guests can walk around the outside of the entire boat on the main deck from the aft-deck where there is a dining table for 8-guests and 42” television to the bow where there are shaded reclining lounge pads.  

​The main-deck presents a 3-guest sun-pad lounge on the bow with bimini cover for shade, a full kitchen including a dining table for four (4) where guests can watch the chef in action while sipping on their favorite beverage and enjoying the views through the large forward and side windows.

​The salon, located on the main-deck hosts a dining table for six (6), piano bar, sofa and television. Stepping out the rear door is an outside dining table for eight (8) guests.

​Mid-ship on the main deck is a day-head(restroom) and spiral staircase connecting the bridge-deck and below-deck overnight accommodations.

​The bridge-deck offers inside, air-conditioned, table seating for four (4) while enjoying the views with the captain under-way; and there is also outside seating available on the bridge-deck for a fresh air experience.

Top View

Front Top View

Aft Deck

Salon

Stairwell

Dining Area

Master Suite

Guest Suite

Twin Suite

Specification

Length

81 ft / 24.7 m

Year Built

2004

Sleeping Guests

6

Cruising Speeds

15 kts / 27.7 km/h

Engines

Caterpillar 1400 HP

Beam

21 ft / 6.4 m

Builder

Cheoy Lee

Crew

Captain: Danilo Gardi + 3

VAT Registered

No

Draft

5 ft 7 in / 1.7 m

Designer

Tom Fexas Yacht Design

Refit

2022

Flag

Canada

US Duty Paid

No

Amenities

General

  • Air Conditioning
  • Light fishing gear
  • Indoor audio system
  • Local TV
  • Outdoor audio system
  • Satellite Communications
  • Satellite TV
  • Stabilisers
  • TV all cabins
  • TV master cabin
  • TV outdoor
  • TV saloon
  • Wi-Fi

Toys

  • Beach games
  • Floating mats
  • Inflatable floating island
  • Paddleboards
  • Tube - towable

Tenders

  • 14’ Inflatable w/ 70 HP

Diving

  • Snorkeling Gear

Crew Profile

Luxury charter yacht crew for EQUINOX X
Captain: Danilo Gardi
Captain: Danilo Gardi

Originally from Italy, but now a United States citizen, Danilo always had a passion for the sea as he spent much time cruising around the Mediterranean with his father in his youth before enrolling in the Italian Naval Academy where he earned first in his class.

In the Italian Navy, Danilo played piano in the orchestra, was trained for special operations, was a combat helicopter pilot and in 1978 volunteered for extraction missions rescuing 126 American POW’s from Vietnam.

After his service in the Italian Navy, Danilo followed in his father’s footsteps and became a professional race car driver, engine developer, and designer of LeMans style prototype cars. He is a certified engine rebuilder for Ferrari and Lamborghini and enjoys developing some of the most winning race cars.

Advancements in technology, specifically electronics, led Danilo into developing alternative fuel systems for combustion engines. These systems have been used by government and private industry where alternative fuels such as Methane, Propane, Ethane, Hydrogen, and Dimethyl Ether are used.

Danilo especially enjoys being a Captain; working with his wife – Simona and business partner Captain Joe, while sharing his cuisine and piano music with charter guests.

Cheif Stew: Simona Gardi
Cheif Stew: Simona Gardi

On Equinox, it is said, “Behind every great Captain, is an even Greater Woman”. And since Chief Stew Simona Gardi works with 2 great Captains, you can only imagine how great of a woman she is.

Simona, in charge of “quality control” and wife of Captain Dany is responsible for ensuring all guests are treated like family and feel at home throughout the charter.

Not only is she the Chief Stew, but she prepares home-made pastas and the best Tiramusa on the seas.

In her spare time she enjoys growing orchids and making art pieces from drift-wood.

Captain: Shawn Archer
Captain: Shawn Archer

Captain Shawn is a highly experienced mariner with 20 years of boating expertise. From commercial fishing to sailing, private yachts, cargo ships and on water construction, Shawn has an incredibly diverse maritime background.

Coming from a long lineage of captains, Shawn has spent his life on the water, primarily on the East Sea Border and in The Bahamas. His deep understanding of maritime operations and his natural ability to navigate challenging conditions makes him an invaluable asset for any boating venture.

Shawn has a great sense of humor and personality and loves to keep guests of all ages entertained and content.

Captain: Captain Joseph Marcellino
Captain: Captain Joseph Marcellino

Joe has been business partners with Captain Danilo Gardi since 2012; building engines and promoting alternative fuel systems for fleet vehicles while also chartering their personal boats. Joe was previously president of a large logistics company and has a background in finance.

Originally from Massachusetts, Joe grew up around boats and worked in marinas during his youth. He currently owns 2 boats; a 30-foot Mainship Pilot for 21 years – used for saltwater fishing and scuba diving, and a custom built 24-foot Pro-Drive used in the Everglades for fishing and hunting.

Joe is responsible for budgeting and marketing Equinox while also assisting with maintenance. Although of Italian decent, he is not allowed in the galley but is used for taste testing and washing dishes when needed. During the charter he can be found at the helm where he welcomes guests to join him to experience the piloting of Equinox.

Layout

EQUINOX can accommodate 6 guests in 3 cabins.

The Master cabin has a king size bed and shower.

A Guest cabin has a queen size bed and shower.

A Guest cabin has a twin bed and shower.

Crew share companionway, heads and showers with guests.

Testimonials

March 2013, Bahams Charter
I just wanted to write and say the H. family had an amazing time on the boat and I thank you for all of your help. They said the crew did a fantastic job! Thank you! Chris


February 2013, Bahamas Charter
Just want to say how awesome our trip was. The crew were wonderful and so considerate.
Food was amazing (and I'm really hard to cook for!) Thank you! C. S.

February, 2013, Bahamas Charter
Ms. S took Sue aside to talk about the food. She started by saying she usually can never get two meals in a row that she likes. So as Sue's heart sank, she then went on to thank Sue for such wonderful food served up and how they loved everything. 
 
18 - 25 July 2010 - Bahamas
It was amazing - we had the best time, the best food and the best service. Super nice crew. Thank you very much - best vacation ever!!!
 October 23rd 2009
"thank you so much for an amazing day at sea & for the wonderful hospitality. Its memories we will never forget.. We hope to return for another great experience. Worth every dime. A marvelous day to highlight our trip to the Bahamas" 
 

Company details for EQUINOX X

Ocean Partners International

3 Bank Buildings 149 High Street

Cranleigh

GU6 8BB

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EQUINOX X
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81 ft / 24.7 m
Guests 6
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