Yacht for Charter
KEFI

Johann grew up on the sunny shores of Miami, Florida. After high school Johann enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard. During his 4 year enlistment he served as an engineer aboard Coast Guard Cutters in Puerto Rico, the Caribbean and Virginia. After his term in the military he decided to make the transition into yachting and work his way up to Captain aboard yachts in South Florida. From the Gulf of Mexico to Connecticut, and the Exumas to the Virgin Islands Johann likely has a story to share if you’re interested, and wants you to know that KEFI’s comfortable bridge sofas are always available as a great place to converse while the world slides past. Johann holds a Master 500 ton license and has built the perfect crew for KEFI to provide Five Star service to it’s guests. His hobbies include fishing, overlanding, travelling and building project cars. When he isn’t onboard Johann can be found in Fort Lauderdale, Florida enjoying days off or travelling the world.

Born in the south coast of Cuba, from a family of 22 seafarers (Ship Pilots, Captains, Engineers and Commercial divers), Alex spent most of his childhood growing up between Cuba, Spain and South France. In 1986, he received his naval mechanic bachelor, and then moved on to be graduated in 1989 of Industrial Electrical Systems. After working in electricity production industry, he needed a change and missed the sea. Alex had transitioned to the merchant ship industry for a while in the engineering department. After, he transitioned to the Yachting industry.

His early influence for fishing and diving, had made him an avid fisherman and certified diver instructor PADI, SSI, CMAS**. Alex has one easy approach and you will be glad to communicate with him in English, Spanish, Italian or French languages. When not working on KEFI, Alex is in Fort Lauderdale where he lives with his dog, wife and daughter, Thea.

Born and raised in South Florida, Samantha has a natural passion for the ocean. Her career in yachting began 5 years ago along with memories of a lifetime. Holding her 100ton captains licence as well as being a paddleboard instructor and avid freediver you won't ever find her far from the water. With these experiences and qualifications, she plans to make sure that your experience aboard Kefi is truly memorable.

Ashley grew up on the beaches of Florida and has been boating since she was a child. She got into yachting five years ago and has worked seasons in the Bahamas, Caribbean, Alaska and East coast of the U.S. She is an avid traveler having been to 21 countries. As a NAUI certified advanced diver w/ a specialty in fish ID, she has hundreds of dives logged. Ashley is full of positive energy and is ready to make your Kefi experience an unforgettable one!

José Raul Navarro comes with 25 years of experience and a mastery of cooking and kitchen operations. After graduating the CIA (Culinary Institute of America) in New York in 1996 he travelled the world to learn from different cultures and cuisines. He has previous experience working in yachts as Head Chef and culinary strategist ensuring the best food preparation meeting the best hygiene standards with passion a creativity. He is also versed on the legal requirements related to public health, chemical safety and usage, fire procedures and safety, kitchen cleanliness and food care requirements. During his outstanding career he was awarded the young chef award at Ambrosia restaurant in Mexico City, the best cook recognition awarded by the French Alliance institutes and the best innovative cuisine in Seville, Spain, his restaurant appeared on the Repsol guide for the cities best restaurant. He looks forward to serving you with the most exquisite cuisine aboard Motor Yacht Kefi.