Season 5 took place in , aboard the 184-foot (56-meter) vessel The Wellington . Captain Sandy Yawn highlighted that this was the largest ship she had ever captained for the series, featuring more interior space and higher-end amenities than previous yachts. Season 5 Premiere Highlights
: Malia returned as the show's first female bosun , leading an all-male deck team. I Like Big Boats and I Cannot LieBelow Deck Med...
Fans often remember this season for its shift toward female leadership and the intense early drama. Season 5 took place in , aboard the
“I think she was just trying to prevent what happened last season with Mila from happening again... ultimately the guests happiness depends upon [Captain Sandy].” Reddit · r/belowdeck · 5 years ago Fans often remember this season for its shift
" I Like Big Boats and I Cannot Lie " is the title of the season 5 premiere of , which aired on June 1, 2020. The episode title is a play on Sir Mix-a-Lot’s "Baby Got Back," celebrating the arrival of The Wellington , the largest and most glamorous mega-yacht in the show's history at that time. The Mega-Yacht: The Wellington
: Brazilian chef Hindrigo "Kiko" Lorran joined the crew, attempting to impress Captain Sandy after the previous season's "Mila" incident involving microwaved nachos.