Rates
High Rate: $25,500 per week
Low Rate: $23,200 per week
Crew Profiles
Together, Captain Arthur and Chef Shawna Scarr are known for their seamless teamwork, warm hospitality, and love of life on the water. With over five years living aboard and hosting private charters and events in Kemah, Texas, they bring southern hospitality, energy, and joy to every voyage. Their shared passion for and expertise in sailing, snorkeling, fishing, and water sports create a dynamic, adventure-filled atmosphere, while their personalized itineraries highlight the natural beauty and hidden gems of the Virgin Islands.
Captain Arthur Scarr brings seasoned leadership and calm confidence to every voyage aboard Shangri-La. A USCG-licensed 100 Ton Captain with TWIC and medical certifications, Arthur draws on a 30-year career as a Senior Telecom Engineer known for innovation and precision. For the past five years, he and Chef Shawna have lived aboard their Lagoon 400, SV Imagine, cruising the Texas Gulf Coast, leading boat parades, and offering private charters. His technical expertise, local knowledge, and approachable style ensure every guest feels safe, relaxed, and in capable hands.
Chef Shawna Scarr pairs culinary creativity with a background in science and seamanship. A licensed 100-ton Captain and former physicist, Shawna brings precision, adaptability, and a passion for hospitality to every meal aboard Shangri-La. From gourmet seafood feasts to casual beachside barbecues, she crafts flavorful, guest-focused dishes with unparalleled enthusiasm and heart that makes every dining experience memorable.
Art
Captain
Shawna
Chef
Accommodations
3 queen cabins, private en-suite bath (electric head, wash basin and large stall shower), lots of storage and separate access directly to the aft deck.
BERTH MEASUREMENTS:
160cm X 205cm
63" X 81"
5.3' X 6.7'
** Shangri La is no longer accepting 8 pax for the 2024/2025 season. She has reached MAX number of 8 pax for the season. **
#Pax:6
Draft:5.1
Cabin Configuration:3Queen(s)
Wash Basins:3
TP in Heads:Yes
A/C:Full
Cruising Speed:
Length:52 Feet
Make:Lagoon
Showers:3
Heads:0
Helipad:No
Max Speed:
Beam:28.8
# Cabins:3
Tubs:0
Elec. Heads:3
Jacuzzi:
Year Built:2016
Dinghy hp:50hp
Sea Scooters:No
Wave Runners hp:No
Snorkel Gear:Yes
Wake Board:No
SU Paddle Boards:2
Boarding Ladder (Loc/Type):off scoop steps, s/s
Gear Type:2 spinning rods, 1 trolling ro
U/Water Camera:No
Kite Boarding:
Dinghy # pax:8
Water Skis Adult:No
Kneeboard:No
Tube:Yes
Kayaks 1 Pax:No
Floating Mats:Yes
Beach Games:Yes
Rods:N/A
U/Water Video:No
Kite Boarding Details:No
Sailing Dinghy:No
Water Skis Kids:No
Windsurfer:No
Scurfer:No
Kayaks (2 Pax):No
Swim Platform:Scoop steps
Fishing Gear:Yes
Fishing Permit :N/A
Sea Bobs:No
Other Toys
Floating pad
Noodles
Football
Frisbee
Subwing
2 beanbags
2 Kayak Paddles to use the SUP as a kayak
REFIT DETAILS: During the 2022/2023 season, Shangri La has had these items replaced or upgraded: Starlink Internet/Wi-Fi, solar installation, new wind turbines