KNOW US
IT’S TIME TO
The Tintamare is a 41ft “Beaujolais” with an aluminum hull and a canting keel. It was designed by Philippe Harlè, one of the most famous French boat designers. It was built in France in 1980 at the Chavantre shipyard in Les Sables d' Olonne. Of the “Beaujolais” model only 12 units were built; this boat was designed by Harlé, to travel for a year with his family.
A SAILBOAT WITH AN ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT
TINTAMARE IS OUR HOME & THE OCEAN OUR WORLD
We are a couple who explores the world. We have been living and sailing together for 20 years. Since 2020, our home base has been the stunning San Blas archipelago in Panama, aboard our sailboat Explorer Tintamare.
We chose it because we were looking for a strong, safe and comfortable boat... and with an "Adventurous Spirit" like us.
HERNANDO ARNAL
Hello, my name is Hernando Arnal, I am the captain of the Tintamare. Since I was a child I have sailed in the Caribbean and I always dreamed of having a boat to know the whole world.
Also since I was a child I have been involved in mountaineering, and a little older in the adventures of climbing and hang gliding. I have been a very fortunate man, and have had the opportunity to climb high mountains as well as big walls like El Capitan in Yosemite. I have also participated in major flying competitions such as the US National Championships, where I lived for over 10 years, and world competitions. My passion for nature has led me to work making documentaries and touring part of our beautiful world, but I have also been a flight instructor, test pilot and captain of large classic and modern yachts.
My passion for the sea has always been there like a little worm in my head, and this has led me to cross the Atlantic Ocean more than 20 times, even solo.
A few years ago I discovered the islands of “San Blas”, and I fell in love with them, I invite you to discover them with us.
I am Venezuelan by birth and Spanish by adoption, I speak perfect Spanish and English quite well.
I am sure that with us aboard the Tintamare you will live an unforgettable experience, we are waiting for you.
THE CAPTAIN
MONTSE NOGUEROL
My name is Montse Noguerol, I was born in Barcelona, Spain. I am the sailor and cook at Tintamare, and Hernando's partner in life and adventures for 20 years.
As a good Spaniard I enjoy food and I like to fuse Mediterranean cuisine with other cuisines, such as Caribbean.
I am also a certified Yoga teacher in India, where I lived and studied for a while. I am also a manual therapist. For more than 20 years I have worked with children, adults and seniors, giving workshops and training in yoga and mindfulness.
I have lived in Spain, England, India, Bolivia, Venezuela and currently in Panama aboard our sailboat Tintamare.
My great passions are transmitting yoga, spending time in nature and meeting new people.
THE SAILOR
COME VISIT US
The San Blas Islands are a paradise, a unique place full of natural beauty, white sand beaches, palm trees, crystal clear waters, coral reefs and an atmosphere where time stands still. Embark aboard the Tintamare and let yourself be carried away by the magic of this archipelago, welcome aboard!
