Your Crew
CAPTAIN Rick Roerink & CHEF Roxanne Roerink
CAPTAIN DYLAN
Dylan brings an enthusiasm and experience to life on the water that sets the tone for every charter. With his easy-going charm and love of hospitality, your trip aboard is sure to be one of a lifetime. Dylan guides you to perfect bays and secret spots, pairing your expectations with his extensive knowledge to make exploring the Islands all the more enjoyable. Nothing is too much for his guests, whether that means sun tanning on the flybridge with a cocktail in hand or getting involved in the sailing Odyssea. He grew up sailing the Indian and Atlantic Oceans with his family, covering more than 20,000 NM over six years after leaving South Africa at the age of six. Fully qualified and commercially endorsed as an MCA/RYA Yacht Master Offshore 200GT, Dylan also holds a full STCW and is a certified PADI Dive Master.
INTRODUCING RICK & ROXANNE
This fantastic charter couple joins Yacht Odyssea in February 2025, operating with 3 crew for the 2025/2026 season with Captain Dylan remaining aboard. Rick will be in the capacity of 1st Mate for the remainder of the season, taking over as Captain full time at the start of the 2026/2027 season. Roxanne joins the yacht as Chef, bringing with her a host of culinary and hospitality experience. Rick and Roxanne will welcome you aboard as a 2 crew yacht and they are looking forward to meeting brokers at the 2026 BVI Fall Charter Yacht Show! They are fully committed to Yacht Odyssea until September 2028.
CAPTAIN RICK
After more than a decade working as a mechanical draughtsman in the mining industry, I made the decision to trade the office for the ocean and pursue a more adventurous lifestyle. Yachting, for me, is not simply a career change but a lifestyle shift—one that allows me to combine my technical background, lifelong connection to the sea, and passion for travel to create memorable experiences on the water.
I’ve been drawn to the ocean from a young age. Based in Mossel Bay, much of my free time revolves around wind and water. When the wind is up, my wife and I can be found kitesurfing; on calmer days, we’re spearfishing or scuba diving with friends. As a certified Divemaster, I enjoy sharing knowledge of anchorages and marine life, discovering new dive sites, and helping others build confidence when kitesurfing and diving.
As a Captain, my approach is calm, organised, and guest-focused. I prioritise safety, clear communication, and strong teamwork, with the goal of delivering smooth, seamless charters where guests can fully relax and enjoy their time onboard.
Qualifications & Skills
- STCW & PDSD
- SAMSA Medical
- RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- RYA PWC
- RYA Diesel Engine
- SAMSA SRC
- PADI Divemaster
- Freediving & spearfishing
- Kitesurfing
- Experience teaching freediving and kitesurfing
CHEF ROXANNE
I’m a South African–born creative with a strong hospitality background, now bringing that same energy and passion into the world of yachting. As a certified PADI Divemaster, I have a deep connection to the ocean and a genuine love for exploration, adventure, and learning new skills.
Food is at the heart of what I do and I love creating menus. My style flows naturally through the day, from nourishing breakfasts and beach-style lunches to elegant dinners and special celebrations. I enjoy working with fresh, local ingredients whenever possible and pride myself on being flexible, intuitive, and attentive to guest preferences and dietary requirements.
Outside the galley, I’m highly active on the water. My husband introduced me to kitesurfing, which has quickly become my favorite sport. When the wind isn’t blowing, we spend our time freediving and scuba diving, making the most of life at sea.
Qualifications & Skills
- STCW & PDSD
- SAMSA Medical
- RYA Day Skipper
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- SAMSA VHF Radio
- Superyacht Stewardess Course
- IAMI GUEST Intro to Yacht Chef & Superyacht Chef
- Food Safety Level 2
- PADI Divemaster
- Scuba diving, freediving & kitesurfing
Culinary Skills
- Wine pairing
- Barbecue cooking
- Family-style dining
- Meal prep & menu planning
- Snack platters
June 2025
AFTER CHARTER REVIEW with Broker
So overall, how would you rate the charter?
5/5
Thanks! Now for a little more detail.
o Boat Layout?
5/5
o Were your cabins comfortable?
Yes
o Was the yacht exterior spacious and comfortable?
Yes
o Was there enough shade?
Yes
o Cleanliness?
5/5
o Was the yacht clean and well-maintained?
Yes
o Location?
5/5
o Crew?
5/5
o How would you describe your Captain and crew?
Friendly, attentive, fun, knowledgeable, wonderful
o And last but not least, the food?
5/5
o Tell us about your meals.
Meals were outstanding. Chef adjusted her meal plan to our preference sheet while staying true to the foodie experience. Creative cuisine with a flair for ingenious flavor profiles. BEST gluten-free meals I've ever had. Five stars for sure!
o Now, do you remember what you liked best about this trip?
The crew quickly adjusted to our style of vacationing and they offered wonderful suggestions on how to have the best experience.
o And what did you like the least about this trip?
The off-boat experience was probably the least favorite. Cocomaya was a very long cab ride from where we docked which we didn't realize. The food was great but I'm not sure it was worth a $180 cab ride. Gi's food was better in my opinion.
o Thank you. Please tell us how did you find the pace and the itinerary of your vacation?
Perfect. We were presented with options that suited our pace, and we trusted the crew to steer us in the right direction...and they did.
o Would you charter this yacht again? If not, please explain:
Yes! We are already talking about a 2027 trip. We loved Dylan, Mario, and Gi. They made the trip so much more than we ever expected. If they are still on Odyssea, great! If they are on another boat, we would follow them to that boat.
May 2025
AFTER CHARTER FOLLOW UP:
How did you find your crew? Were they friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and accommodating?
▷ All three crew members were fabulous. We would give them all very high marks on all these attributes - friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and accommodating. They were very focused on doing what we wanted and what we liked. They were very enjoyable to be with. They went out of their way to understand what we liked and disliked and adjust the plan to accommodate our feedback.
Was the yacht comfortable, clean and well ventilated? What was your favorite aspect of the yacht?
▷ The crew took great pride in making sure everything was clean and in good working order. They had a number of very creative ways to make us more comfortable and have easier access to things we used. We did tell them that they needed more ventilation in the outdoor dining area and another step or two on the ladder to get out of the water. They had already planned to address those issues when they had down time.
Was the food enjoyable and well presented? Did the chef customize the menu to your preferences?
▷ Gi was simply amazing. Her meals were all phenomenal - creative, fresh, very well tasty, healthy . She vetted the menu with us and adjusted to special needs. We really enjoyed her descriptions of the preparation that she gave before each meal. She should create and sell a cookbook!
Did you enjoy the itinerary and the area you sailed?
▷ Very much so. They tailored the itinerary to our requests. They gave us an overview on day 1 and then discussed the plan for the day based on winds, currents etc to make sure we agreed.
Can we use your comments as a reference on our website?
▷ We left several glowing reviews with the crew with authorization for them to post anywhere they choose. We highly recommend them to anyone!