PACIFIC YELLOWFIN


Guests 9 guests
Cabins 4 cabins
Crew 5 crew
Children Allowed  Children Allowed
No Pets  No Pets
Smoking Allowed  Smoking Allowed

  • Type: Power
  • Year Built: 1943
  • Year Refit: 2003
  • Builder: Billings Shipyard of Maine
  • Size: 114 ft | 34 m
  • High Price: $140,000
  • Low Price: $129,000
  • Currency: USD
  • Summer Locations: Pacific NW
  • Winter Locations: Pacific NW

Layout Layout

Cabins Cabins
Sleeps 8-9 guests in 4 staterooms:
- 3 with ensuite bathroom,
- 1 with bathroom across the hall.
All with DVDs on Flat Screen TV.

MASTER STATEROOM - Main Deck:
Sleeps 3. QUEEN bed. Couch that becomes SINGLE bed (not shown in layout diagram or photos). Five opening portholes. Door to the outside deck. Private ensuite bathroom with shower. DVD.

VIP STATEROOM - Top Deck:
Sleeps 2. QUEEN bed. View windows. Private ensuite bathroom with bathtub/shower. DVD.

BEARS CABIN - Lower Deck:
Sleeps 4. QUEEN bed on one side. 2 SINGLE offset upper/lower beds on the other side. Private ensuite bathroom with shower. DVD.

ORCAS CABIN - Lower Deck:
Sleeps 3. DOUBLE bed on one side. Drop down Pullman SINGLE bed on the other side. Two opening portholes. Private bathroom is across the hall, with shower. DVD.

Main Salon dining seats 8.
Aft deck dining seats 9. This area can be fully enclosed.
  • Queen Beds: 3
  • Double Beds: 1
  • Pullman Beds: 1

Crew Crew
Impeccable service and generosity are what best describes our crew, who endeavor to go above & beyond our guests’ wishes. Their knowledge of the coast, experience on the water and incredible personalities are great assets of the journey aboard Pacific Yellowfin. However, though always keen on sharing travel anecdotes or out of the ordinary happenings, they know when to vanish and let guests relax, enjoy themselves and make the most of these magnificent landscapes.

Colin Griffinson
CAPTAIN
Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland

Our resident storyteller and charismatic Captain holds a deep affection for wooden vessels, the open ocean, and the unique experiences he has come to be privy to when immersing himself in a combination of the two. An explorer at heart, with over five decades of sailing expertise, he’s available to impart seafaring wisdom, share insightful stories, and instigate a laugh or two from adults and children alike.

CHEF
CHIEF DECKHAND / WILDERNESS GUIDE
STEWARDESS or STEWARD
ENGINEER


  • Captain: Colin Griffinson
  • Language: English... and Irish!
  • Years Sailing: 50
  • Years Chartering: 10

  • Crew: 5
  • Crew Smokes: Yes
  • Crew Has Pets: Yes,

Menu Menu

BREAKFAST
  • Cinnamon raisin french toast, caramelized bananas and bourbon maple syrup
  • Traditional breakfast, eggs, sausage, bacon, ham, sliced heirloom tomato toast
  • Poached eggs, crisp english muffin, ham and mornay sauce
  • Baked goods, cereals and homemade granola, fresh fruit and yoghurt
  • Pancakes, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, whipped cream and maple syrup
  • Mushroom, onion, peppers and cheddar cheese omelet, home fries
  • All breakfasts are served with juice, coffee, tea and milk


LUNCH
  • Salmon sashimi, barbecue eel, spot prawns served on seasoned rice, cured daikon, sesame seeds, green onions, braised lotus root and water lily bulb, shredded nori
  • Confit of duck, mixed greens, sliced pear, cranberries, walnuts, apple and rosemary vinaigrette
  • Manilla clams, handmade linguine, white wine cream sauce, soft herbs, garlic baguette
  • Barbecue pulled pork sandwich, cabbage and carrot slaw, french fries
  • Saffron bouillabaisse, salmon, prawns, clams, mussels, german butter potato, tomatoes and green beans, warm focaccia bread
  • Veal scallopini, sauteed wild and cultivated mushrooms, marsala sauce, potato roesti
  • Seared salmon, warm fingerling potato salad, mixed greens shallot vinaigrette


DINNER
  • Warm goats cheese and potato terrine, assorted heirloom tomatoes, arugula, bacon vinaigrette
  • Seared scallops, chick pea puree, curried zucchini, thai vinaigrette
  • Salmon tartar, garlic crostini, soft quail eggs, fried capers, red onion creme fraiche
  • Sauteed prawns, mixed greens, mango, tomato chips, jalapeno and asian style vinaigrette
  • Albacore tuna, cucumber carpaccio, micro greens, sesame soy vinaigrette
  • Pan seared Halibut cheeks, pea tortellini, morel mushrooms, brown butter and chive sauce
  • Fried panko breaded local oysters, lemon beurre blanc, soft herbs and tomato concasse
  • Alaskan Black Cod, potato gnocchi, assorted seasonal vegetables glazed in truffle butter
  • Beef duo, Tenderloin and short ribs, bok choy, dashi braised zucchini, ginger and lime infused beef jus
  • Red wine and thyme marinated Cornish game hen, seared breast, roasted bacon wrapped leg, potato puree, glazed carrots and beans
  • Rare seared Ahi tuna, grilled asparagus, peppers and eggplant, braised fennel in a spiced tomato sauce
  • Fresh caught Dungeness crab, lemon and mascarpone risotto, drawn butter, seasonal vegetables
  • Vancouver Island Ling Cod, mussels and clams, leek and Yukon gold potato chowder
  • Venison loin, sauteed chantrelles, peaches and cream corn, fondant potato, red wine jus


DESSERTS
  • Tahitian Vanilla creme brulee
  • Chocolate lava cake, vanilla ice cream and brandied cherries
  • Parfait of berries dressed with cassis, layers of crushed meringue, whipped cream
  • Ice cream filled crepes, roasted donut peaches, plums, apricots, nectarines, honey sabayon
  • New York style cheesecake, amaretto poached peaches and slivered almonds

Amenities 7 Amenities
  • BBQ
  • Generator
  • Ice Maker
  • Ipod
  • Kids Skis
  • Music CDs
  • Tube

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Rates Rates
1. DESOLATION SOUND, British Columbia, Canada For available dates, please inquire. 7 nights: USD $130,000 - 8 guests USD $140,000 - 9 guests 6 nights: USD $118,000 - 8 guests USD $128,000 - 9 guests?? 5 nights: USD $108,000 - 8 guests USD $118,000 - 9 guests INCLUDED: 5 crew, fuel, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, Pacific Yellowfin beer, one bottle of house BC wine per guest per day, and use of equipment and water toys. NOT INCLUDED: 5% GST tax, fishing licenses, other alcoholic beverages and any docking fees or satellite phone usage. Customary crew gratuity at the Charterer's discretion (15% advised). Final balance due 3 months before charter. All guests must sign a release form required by the vessel insurer. Brokers please see commission details in Broker Notes. _________________________________________ 2. GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST, British Columbia, Canada For available dates, please inquire. 5 nights: USD $129,000 - 8 guests USD $139,000 - 9 guests INCLUDED: 5 crew, fuel, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, Pacific Yellowfin beer, one bottle of house BC wine per guest per day, and use of equipment and water toys. Also includes transfers Terrace to Kitimat round trip, and spirit bear viewing with specialist First Nations guide. NOT INCLUDED: 5% GST tax, fishing licenses, other alcoholic beverages and any docking fees or satellite phone usage. Customary crew gratuity at the Charterer's discretion (15% advised). Guests fly in and out of Terrace. Scheduled commercial flights between Vancouver and Terrace are available. Final balance due 3 months before charter. All guests must sign a release form required by the vessel insurer. Brokers please inquire for commission details.

Reviews Reviews
July 2022, now booking September 2023
Note: This USA 3 generation family came in July 2022 for a Desolation Sound for 7 nights, and are booking September 2023 in the Great Bear Rainforest. Comments: “The little kids did great. The chef was a wonderful person, and his food was delicious. The crew were so friendly and nice. We love the Captain and all the stories. Many fun hiking adventures up to lakes. The slide was a blast for the kids. Whale experiences!!!!!. Clam digging oyster gathering, fishing. etc. etc. etc.!”
2 US families
"This trip ranked up near or at the top of the trips we have taken with our family. The crew was incredible displaying a genuine interest in making sure every detail was addressed and that everyone had a ball. Colin has assembled a very eclectic group of amenities on Pacific Yellowfin which I dont think could be easily replicated elsewhere. I believe that the itinerary covered some of the most beautiful places on earth. Our family was exposed to activities that we had not previously experienced. From motor biking on the islands to the 40 foot waterslide to gathering our own oysters the verdict by my family and friends was unanimous! Guilty of having too much fun! Thanks so much for referring us to Colin! We highly recommend this trip to anyone!"
Rave review
Dear Colin, I just spoke with the family about their summer charter. They said everything was fantastic, and particularly noted that this was the best culinary week of their lives (and that is saying a great deal, as they are very well traveled). Mr. H spent half an hour on the phone recommending PACIFIC YELLOWFIN to the next clients! Thanks again for your superb program.
Fabulous!
Thanks, thanks, thanks. I am so happy I had the chance to discover this beautiful area. I think words are not enough to describe the breathtaking scenery. The trip was fabulous and so perfect. Life on board is peaceful. The Pacific Yellowfin is an interesting yacht, extremely comfortable and stable. She is maintained in an amazing condition by her wonderful crew! Captain Colin is a very nice and attentive man, and lover of his beautiful area.
A tremendous experience.
A tremendous experience. Beautiful scenery, excellent accommodations, superior captain and crew, and delicious food. This trip was a wonderful adventure for us.
Family Charter
The trip was a total success. Things could not have been much better with the Yellowfin. Her accommodations and her crew were just as I had hoped if not a bit better. The food was very good and the chef was flexible enough to satisfy everyone. Colin and the crew ensured that we never wanted for any activity. Their intimate knowledge of the area is priceless as is their unending patience with the kids. We have chartered several times in the past and can say without doubt that Colin and his crew are the best ever.
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