About

Meet THE Lake Travis Yacht Crew

LAKE TRAVIS – AUSTIN, TX

Fathom Yacht Charters is dedicated to getting you out on the water to experience the most amazing private, curated, safe excursions on Lake Travis. From pickup to saying goodbyes, your outing will delight you and your guests.

Celebrate your special day; such as a romantic sunset cruise, an important occasion, sightseeing tour, spa day, proposal, entertaining guests or your team.

We explore beautiful, uncrowded areas of Lake Travis that no other charter company goes. Enjoy delicious, freshly prepared appetizers, meals and infused beverages, all included in your outing.

And of course, we have heat, AC and even water misters to keep guests cool.

Fathom Freedom and her crew are licensed to US Coast Guard rigid operating standards and she is piloted by a Master Captain. Our vessel is absolutely the newest, most modern, luxurious and well-appointed charter vessel on Lake Travis. We utilize radar, sonar, an onboard weather station, along with many years of experience to keep you and your guests safe.

 

“All of us have in our veins the exact same percentage of salt in our blood that exists in the ocean, and therefore, we have salt in our blood, in our sweat, in our tears. We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea — whether it is to sail or to watch it — we are going back from whence we came.”

– John F. Kennedy

 

Unplug, Let Go & Hit the water

Fathom facilitates uniquely immersive Lake Travis yacht experiences that incorporate proven Blue Mind practices into our outings.

Fathom’s Blue Mind Experience guests realize the impact water has on mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. We will help you gain a new understanding of how water mindfulness can help in every area of life. And to create a simple personal plan to incorporate water and wellness into daily activities and your life.

We are about all things water and wellness. Fathom is a beautifully balanced marriage of luxury yachting while embracing the rejuvenating and calming effects of the world’s most precious resource – water.

Our charters and the blue-green pristine waters of Lake Travis are a perfect catalyst for couples, friends or even a team to reconnect with themselves and others. Fathom outings are perfect choice for those facing the daily pressures of an always connected life. Our excursions will help you to get your Blue Mind on!

OUR BOAT

lake travis yacht

Fathom Freedom is designed with the guest in mind. Tastefully appointed and decorated with art by local Austin artists, this 6 guest max yacht cruise experience truly stands out. If you are ready to disconnect from tech and reconnect with your inner zen, these are the mindfulness experiences for you.

inside the yacht fathom freedom

Yacht charters are held aboard the Fathom Freedom, a sleek and modern 38-foot Monterey Yacht located on Lake Travis.

sunbathing on the boat

Enjoy plush modern seating and accommodations, spa towels, healthy plated apps, meals on nautical-themed dinnerware with Italian silverware. The captain and crew anticipate all guest needs and can even help guests with the use of the kayak and stand up paddle boards (SUPs).

OUR CREW

captain john and first mate elena

JOHN M.
CAPTAIN

John is a licensed US Coast Guard Master Captain, holds a diploma in commercial shipping management from Lloyd’s Maritime Academy in the UK and also serves in the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. He loves scuba diving and sailing adventures worldwide. John grew up boating on the Great Lakes, and has spent more than 30 years on Lake Austin, Lake Travis and on the Atlantic Ocean. His family hails from the northern Aegean islands of Greece and have deep roots as seafarers. John previously was on the management and marketing team of Continental Airlines and has escorted clients on tours worldwide.

ELENA V.
FIRST MATE

Elena is a trained chef and event planner and holds a Cordon Der Diploma, the Mexican equivalent of a Cordon Blue. Elena previously was a Director of Private Events at River Place Country Club in Austin, Texas and now manages events at Balcones Country Club. She is a professionally trained floral designer and her clients have included the Long Center, Austin Symphony and the Austin Lyric Opera. Elena is a yoga instructor certified by one of Austin’s oldest and most well recognized studios, Dharma Yoga. She currently leads meditation and yoga classes at Lake Austin Spa, one of the country’s premier spas. Elena incorporates awareness and mindfulness into her yoga practice.

FATHOM FREEDOM YACHT SPECIFICATIONS

Design Specifications

Construction/Design Specifications:
Year: 2017
Builder: Monterey
Design: 360SC Sport Yacht
Length LOA: W/Swim Platform: 35’6″
Beam: 11’11”
Draft – Stern Drive Down: 42″
Draft – Stern Drive Up: 27″
Fuel Tank Capacity: 250 G
Fresh Water Tank: 49 G
Holding tank capacity: 28
Engines and Drives: (2) Volvo Penta 380C w/ Ocean X outdrives
Generator: Kohler 7.5KW
HVAC: (3) Units = (1) 16K BTU Salon/Mid-Cabin/Galley (2) 12K BTU Cockpit
Fuel Consumption: 9 mph – 9 gph // 12 mph -18 gph
Dry Weight: 17,000 lbs.
Cruising Speed: 9 mph
Maximum Speed: 44 mph
Bridge Clearance w/ radar mast: 13’0″

Equipment:
Hot water heater (6 G) with heat exchanger
Ultrasonic hull cleaning system
Blue underwater lighting
5’ Double swim platform with ladder
Electric anchor/windlass
Spotlight
Sun pads, w/drink holders
Radar mast w/spreaders – blue/white led spotlights
Weather station
Fire Extinguishing System, Automatic

Helm
2 Volvo-Penta 380 C Engines with Ocean X Outdrives
Joystick Control System
Digital Volvo Penta Engine Displays, 4″
Lenco Autoglide System (Trim Tabs)
Auto-Pilot
VHF Radio-Raymarine 260
Chartplotter – Raymarine GS165
Raymarine down vision and sonar
Raymarine Quantum 2 Doppler Radar
RMK-9 Remote Keypad
Steering, Tilt
Electric and convertible helm seat
Outlet 12V / USB

Layout & Accommodations
Cockpit:
Seating for 6-8 Guests
Custom cockpit dining /cocktail table
Isotherm refrigerator/freezer
Isotherm icemaker
Port/starboard wet bars with storage
Cooler Retractable – 48 Quart
Cocktail table small
Sink, Stainless Steel
Cutting boards/barware/serving trays
Stainless sink
Outdoor hot/cold shower
Ample storage compartments throughout
Red/White Ceiling lighting
Blue/white courtesy lighting
Fusion 700W Audio System with 7 speakers / Remotes
32” TV in Cockpit
Air Conditioning Units (2)
Reclining main cockpit lounge to sun pad
Cockpit Table w/Hi-Lo Pedestal & Movable Base
Drink Holders, Stainless Steel (7)
Outlets 120V / 12V / USB
Hard Top Enclosure, w/Electric Sliding Center & Side Windows
Electric Convertible Helm Companion Seat

Salon:
Custom wood dining table w/ electric hi/lo pedestal
Multiple USP Charging Ports
Isotherm refrigerator/freezer
Air conditioning
JVC sound system w/ DVD and 5-surround sound speakers theater system
32″ LED Flat Screen TV w/DVD
Hanging locker
Central Vacuum System, 120V
Lighting, Direct/Indirect
Outlets, 12V and 120V

Galley:
Stainless sink
Kenyon electric 1 burner stove
Kenyon electric Grill
Microwave
Toaster oven
Blender
Nespresso coffee / espresso maker
Stainless sink
Cabinets, Lower & Upper
Microwave, 120V
Refrigerator, 120/12V

Accommodations:
Mid-cabin queen berth w/ storage
V-Berth, Convertible w/ storage
Accent and reading lights
Privacy Curtain
Air Conditioning

Head:
Mirrored Vanity Storage
Bathroom sink with shower
Shower Seat
Stainless sink w/Faucet/Shower Wand
Fully automatic flush head

Amenities
Amenities:
Dining service for 8
Italian silverware and nautical themed dishes and glasses
Spa quality towels
Quality duvets and bedding
Sunscreens, hats, sunglasses, grip socks, snorkel gear, float noodles

Water Gear:
6’ x 8’inflatable marina platform
Intex kayak
Intex SUP stand up paddle board
Underwater drone
Mask/fins/snorkel
Swim goggles
Stomp rocket water game

fathom freedom cruising