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17 Best Catamarans for Sailing Around the World

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Catamarans are quickly outstripping single-hull boats for long-distance journeys. They are more stable and comfortable , and some can travel more than 200 miles in a day. In today’s article, I have put together a complete (well almost) list of some of the best catamarans for circumnavigating the planet; the question is, which one is best for you?

The best catamarans for sailing around the world include:

The Fountaine Pajot Ipanema 58

These cats focus on speed, safety, and comfort for longer journeys.

This article will show you the seventeen best catamarans for long journeys, and why they’re the best. You’ll also learn some great tips on what to look for in a Catamaran and how to save money by buying a used catamaran. Let this list be a jumping-off point for your future research!

Pro-tip; here are the actual costs of maintaining a cat and here are considerations on how to circumnavigate .

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The Best Catamarans for Sailing Around the World

A catamaran is a double-hulled boat with a deck or cabin area in between (bluewater cat definition in this article ). The double hull design means that the boat rocks less, sits higher on the water, uses less fuel to sail, and can be sailed in shallower waters than a single-hulled boat without worrying about grounding.

Catamarans come in a variety of sizes and can be sail-powered or motor-powered and range from single-person sailing boats to family-sized yachts. Every catamaran design is different, and the twin-hull shape offers many ways to customize the layout of a ship.

Each boat on this list is a larger catamaran (+40ft, more on size here ), so if you’re going to sail around the world, you want lots of space for provisions and rest.

Of course, there are tons of technical specs for each of these boats, but I’m going to focus on the overall features of each of these catamarans, what makes them stand out, and why they would each be an excellent choice for a transatlantic journey.

Antares 44i

The Antares 44i is an excellent option for sailing around the world and was explicitly designed for long-distance cruising. It performs well in any weather conditions, can be sailed easily by two people, and you’ll be able to sail long distances and live in comfort.

Although it can be easily sailed by a crew of two I believe that a true bluewater cat should be set up for single-handed sailing, more on that in another article .

This catamaran features a stateroom on each hull and a forward cabin with plenty of storage space. The living and entertainment features include a flatscreen tv and a high-end deck speaker system.

With this model, Antares dedicates itself to high-quality boats with optimal rigging and engine configurations.

Atlantic 42

Atlantic is no longer building this catamaran, but there are usually a few pre-owned boats on the market. You can also get it made custom if you love the design, but be prepared to spend more money on a custom boat (custom boat also gets custom problems ;)).

The Atlantic 42 is slightly smaller than some of the other catamarans on this list but is a seaworthy vessel. 42 ft is what most sailors I interview ( in this article ) said was the smallest cat to safely cross big oceans. It is also a decent size to counter the risk of capsizing (more on that here ).

It has a forward cockpit and pilothouse, which gives the owner a better use of space and makes the boat easier to navigate. With single-handed capability, one person can sail it easily and let the rest of the crew relax.

One of the best-praised aspects of the Atlantic 42 is its galley, more extensive than most 42-footers (12.8-meter) can offer.

One of the few 50 footers (15.24 meters) that can be sailed by just one person (many would of course disagree on this).

The Catana 50 is a catamaran worthy of an overseas journey. Its size adds to its stability on the open waters and its ability to sail straight through the choppy ocean and windy conditions.

The Catana is also incredibly spacious on the inside, with substantial cabins and showers. The biggest downside to the Catana 50 is its price, as it’s much more expensive than most of its competitors.

Catana also holds up well against some of the fastest cruising cats out there, here’s a list of the fastest cruisers if you are interested in that.

However, if you can find a gently-used Catana 50, you can rest assured that this boat will last!

The Dolphin 42 is unique because of the use of daggerboards instead of fixed keels. This upgrade means that the boat has some pretty decent upwind performance while at the same time being faster downwind.

Centerboards and daggerboards offer some interesting downsides compared to mini keels. This is an interesting discussion and I suggest you read another one of my articles if you want to deepen your knowledge a little.

These catamarans are some of the lightest on the market. Not many Dolphins were made, so they are relatively hard to find. However, if you want a small, lightweight boat capable of going great distances, the Dolphin 42 is an excellent choice.

Fountaine Pajot Belize 43

The Fountaine Pajot Belize is another well-built cruising yacht. Its core is made of foam instead of balsa, which reduces the risk of structural damage due to a rotten core in case of water intrusion.

The design of Belize offers many options for customizability, with large open spaces and a combined saloon, navigation, and dinette area.

There are two styles of Belize catamarans for sleeping quarters. You can either purchase a boat with an entire primary suite on one hull or one with two cabins in each hull. The first option is great if you are sailing the world alone and not expecting many guests, as it increases the storage capacity.

Understanding what factors to consider when getting a cat can be hard, there are just so many of them (such as the daggerboard discussion above), I have tried to compile some of the most important in this article .

The boat also has wraparound windows to increase the sense of space in the galley.

Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40

Fountaine Pajot is one of the best sailboat manufacturers existing today, as their boats are well made and highly versatile. The Lucia 40 is no exception – it’s a smaller boat but has a lot of room for moving around and on-board living.

The living area is remarkably spacious on this catamaran for its size.

The galley and lounge easily accommodate 6+people. The Lucia 40 doesn’t disappoint when it comes to sailing either, as the narrow hulls slice through choppy waters with ease.

Most catamarans today are built to withstand rough weather but that doesn’t matter as much if the crew isn’t up for the task, I firmly believe that the most important thing a boat should consist of, is knowledge. Therefore taking online courses ( two free here ) or reading books ( my favorites here ) is imperative.

Gemini 105M

Gemini’s boats have been on the market for years and are solidly built for cruising. This boat is one of the most popular ever made, I personally would consider something different for offshore cruising, but since it has such a good reputation, I felt I had to add it to the list.

If you want to understand why I am hesitant to take this boat around the world, I recommend you read my article: What are trampolines on a catamaran?

The Gunboat 62 is a great catamaran and set the standards for the rest of the impressive Gunboat lineup. It’s sleek and spacious while being robust and capable of transatlantic journeys. You can easily travel the world in a Gunboat 62 with several people and not feel cramped.

The yacht was made for speed and power and remains one of the fastest catamarans on the market, even rivaling the newer Gunboat models. GABO

Although the earlier models of the Gunboat 62 weren’t designed for a lot of cargo, you can still find space for everything you need without compromise.

Lagoon catamarans are known for their reliability and ease of use. If you are considering a catamaran for the first time and are unsure about the technicalities of sailing, a Lagoon boat is a great option.

The Lagoon 380 is probably the smallest cruiser on this list, which makes it better suited for solo or couple sailing.

When I go looking to buy something, whether it be a boat, campervan, or whatever, I create a checklist and classify all the things I want either by NEED or NICE to have.

I believe the Lagoon 380 to be sub-optimal for my NEEDS, even though it does check a lot of NICE boxes, there’s a step-by-step article on the NEED and NICE method here .

There are several cabin options available on the Lagoon 380, but if you’re sailing by yourself, you can settle for three cabins and a larger galley and living space. With a smaller cockpit and broader side decks, the Lagoon 380 packs a lot of practicality and ease of sailing into a more compact catamaran.

If you like the idea of a Lagoon boat but want a little more space, the Lagoon 42 is the upgraded version of the Lagoon 380. With all of the same benefits, it comes with more space for cabins or storage, making it one of the best-selling Lagoons of all time.

The Lagoon 42 is also a faster cruiser built for strength. While it’s not the fastest on the market, it works well in choppy waters and windy conditions, making it great for the beginning sailor to go on a more extended trip.

Many people have completed an around-the-world sail with this ship.

Although there is a flybridge version, I would recommend the “open” version due to several factors, some including increased windage and a higher boom. More on flybridges pros and cons here .

For stability, safety, and durability, you can’t beat the Lagoon 42.

The Leopard 45 performs better with less storage weight because of the relatively low bridge deck clearance. If the boat is fully loaded, you could experience some wave pounding. However, the cockpit is open and airy, with devices that block the sun and provide maximum comfort while sailing.

The Leopard 45 is an incredibly beautiful boat, and has a strong reputation for excellent build quality!

Leopard catamarans are one of my personal favorites, as such I have written an entire article about the brand, so if you want to understand its pros and cons then here is the link . Gabo

Designed in South Africa, it features a high rear arch for extra support and very smoothly connected decks. The galley is large and open, and most Leopards offer a four-cabin plan. If you are traveling with another person, this boat is an excellent option for you!

The Manta 42 is another classic catamaran that you can buy used (at a decent price), as it is an incredibly seaworthy vessel. While still in production, the Manta was one of the most popular catamarans on the market.

It is still in high demand amongst circumnavigators. Buying a used Manta 42 usually means that you inherit some of the previous owner’s boat upgrades!

The Manta 42 also made it to my list of the 9 safest catamarans on the market ( link ).

This blue water cat can be sailed by one or two people, making it ideal for liveaboard couples or long-distance shorthanded sailing. The galley is in the saloon ( instead of in one of the hulls ), making the cabins below more spacious and better equipped.

Overall, the Manta is well equipped for sailing around the world.

Nautitech 44

Nautitech is an excellent brand of the catamaran, with several different designs per boat. The Nautitech 44 has a unique feature, you can have it with two options for steering: twin wheels or a single wheel.

The Nautitech 44 also features a cockpit on the same level as the saloon. The door between the two is more convenient than a hatch and dramatically reduces the risk of water damage during rain pour.

This is also the same boat that aeroyacht president Gregor owns, he has offered some great insights into Nautitech in the book Catamarans (amazon link )

Outremer 45

Outremer is famous for being one of the fastest brands of catamarans on the market. If you need speed, the Outremer 45 might be the perfect choice for you. It has a top speed of 16 knots, which is higher than almost every other catamaran of its class.

While the Outremer 45 is known for speed, it doesn’t compromise on the quality of living.

You can settle into life on this boat with complete peace of mind. Even as a beginning sailor, the steering is simple and easy to use, and the autopilot is top of the line, so you’ll be able to sail across the ocean in an Outremer without issue.

Privilege Serie 5

A French-designed catamaran, the Privilege Serie 5 is one of the most comfortable 50-foot (15 m) yachts available. The unique cabin layout includes the master cabin in the boat’s center instead of in one of the hulls.

The Privilege Serie 5 is also incredibly easy to sail, despite its larger size.

The sails and controls lead to the helm, where the raised deck makes it easy to see all around the deck. If you want to cross the ocean with a full crew then the Privilege Serie 5 might be perfect for you!

Seawind 1000

The Seawind 1000 is the smallest boat on this list, measuring 33 feet (10 meters) long altogether. However, this doesn’t mean that it’s not livable. If you are sailing on your own or with a partner, there is more than enough space to live in the Seawind 1000, which includes the option of a centered cabin or two hull cabins.

Because it’s small, the Seawind 1000 is easy to handle. The mast and sails are all manufactured for extra stability and ease of use.

Overall, the Seawind 1000 is an excellent example of a simple, safe, and seaworthy catamaran.

Note: since this is a small catamaran it will also be more sensitive to heavy weather so trip-planning becomes even more important.

The Voyage 44 is one of the oldest cats on this list, having had its hay-day in the mid-1990s. However, this also means that a used Voyage 44 will be cheaper than a newer boat. If you can find a Voyage with previous responsible owners, you will inherit any upgrades and fixes that they’ve made on top of a very seaworthy boat.

The Voyage 44 has more storage and space than most cruisers of its size and is known for behaving very well in choppy waters.

This catamaran does its job well while providing adequate space for cooking, sleeping, and living aboard.

What To Look For in a Long-Distance Cruising Catamaran

If you are planning to sail around the world, you need to be very careful about which kind of catamaran you decide to use. Many of the things you want in a boat really comes down to personal preference, so be sure you know what design preferences you want before you start shopping!

Size and Payload

The most important thing to consider when buying a catamaran is how much space and cargo you need because the larger the boats are, the bigger the payload it can handle. Decide how long you want the ship to be and how much you’re taking with you.

It’s vital not to overload a catamaran, this will reduce performance and increase risk of unwanted behavior in heavy seas.

Cabin Placement

Most catamarans have options for a “Maestro” cabin placement, where one entire hull is the master suite, and the other cabins are located on the opposite hull.

Cockpit and Protection From The Weather

Is the cockpit on the boat you’re looking at covered or open? This can make a difference on the high seas, especially during rainy weather.

The size of the ship also can affect how many people you need as a crew. If you’re traveling by yourself or with one other person, you don’t want to buy a boat that needs a larger crew.

Buying Used?

If you don’t want to spend the money on a brand new catamaran, I don’t blame you. Several of the ships on this list are out of production and can only be found used. However, for circumnavigation, you do want a boat of high quality to keep you safe and dry until you make it to your destination.

When buying a suitably used catamaran, it’s essential to look at the refit history of the boat more than the year it was made. Catamarans are sturdy, and the general design has been the same for at least the past decade.

If you find a newer, larger, cheaper boat, you should look into its history.

Your best bet to save money while buying a catamaran will be to buy an older, probably smaller boat with an excellent refit history and no serious issues. It will still be an investment, and a sturdy used catamaran will serve you well.

Final Thoughts

No matter which catamaran you decide to buy for your journey, you’ll be able to sail safely and comfortably. Catamarans are great yachts for long-distance sailing, and the ships on this list are the best of the best. These brands are time-tested and ready to accompany you on an adventure around the world!

Here are Some of My Favorite Catamaran Cruising Resources

Thank you for reading this article. I hope you found it helpful as you hopefully start your sailing adventures. Here are some resources that I use as a sailor that I hope you’ll also find helpful. These are affiliate links, so if you do decide to use any of them, I’ll earn a commission. But in all honesty, these are the exact things that I use and recommend to everyone, even my own family. Sailboats: If you’re looking for the best boat to suit your needs, I would recommend a catamaran. If you’re interested, I can show you the differences between catamarans and other types of sailboats .

Books: For getting started, I really like Cruising catamarans made easy . It is actually a textbook from the American sailing association; it is used to get a cruising catamaran certification. There are some other great books, and I have compiled a list of books about cruising catamarans that you will find useful.

Communication: Being out on adventures, whether it be sailing or climbing mountains, good communications are essential to being safe. I recommend two things Google fi (incredibly simple cellular data all over the world) and Garmin inreach mini (for text and voice in remote areas without cell coverage)

Sailing courses: Online sailing courses are great for beginners starting out their sailing career; it’s an efficient way of learning the basics of navigation, throttle controls, and maritime safety. I suggest starting with two free courses from NauticEd .

To see all my most up-to-date recommendations, check out this resource that I made for you!

Wikipedia: Catamaran
Cruising World: A-Z Best Cruising Catamarans
Dreamy Yacht Sales: Four Best Catamarans for New Buyers
Atlantic Cruising: Good Cat/Bad Cat
Yachting World: Catamaran Sailing Across the Atlantic
Boat Affair: What is a Catamaran?
Nautilus Sailing: Catamaran Sailing

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Best Cruising Catamarans

By Cruising World Editors
Updated: July 1, 2021

Cruising catamarans have been around for decades, but early models—often plywood and fiberglass vessels built by their owners from plans and kits, kept the boats on the fringes of mainstream sailing. That all changed, though, as big roomy cats were discovered by sailors who went off to charter in the Caribbean, where the multihulls proved their worth as comfortable liveaboard and party boats.

Today’s bluewater catamarans roam the globe, carrying families to exotic destinations across the Pacific and beyond. Just as with their monohull cousins, there is no best catamaran. Instead there is a wide variety of designs, ranging from small catamarans that offer the ease of maintenance a couple might enjoy to performance catamarans capable of easily knocking off 250-mile days. Today, the best catamaran brands offer a range of size models and layouts that can be optimized for an owner sailing with family and friends, or for the charter market, where there’s a demand for four, five and even six cabins worth of accommodations.

The most prolific catamaran manufacturers are in France and South Africa where yards include both large-run production builders and niche companies building fewer than 10 boats a year.

The best cruising catamarans offer good load-carrying ability and respectable performance. As with any sailboat , a modern catamaran’s design is a result of compromises. Daggerboards or keels? Galley up or galley down? Spacious owner’s cabin or extra bunks? There are lots of options to choose from—and that’s what makes looking at these sailboats fun!

Here, then is an eclectic A to Z list of some of the best catamarans that have helped shaped the evolution of how we live and sail on two hulls.

Antares 44i

Now built in Argentina as a full-fledged, bluewater catamaran and cruiser that can be safely operated by a shorthanded couple or family crew, the Antares 44i features a fully covered cockpit with a quartet of big, standard solar panels recessed within the hardtop, one example of a yacht capable of long-range passagemaking.

Atlantic 42

Almost 30 years ago, yacht designer Chris White revolutionized catamaran design with the first in his series of Atlantic cats, the primary feature of which was the innovative mid-ship sailing cockpit forward of the main cabin. The smallest in the Atlantic line, the 42 remains White’s most popular design ever.

Fountaine-Pajot has built so many outstanding cruising catamarans that it’s difficult to narrow down any single boat, but we’ve always been fans of the good-looking, well-thought-out Bahia 46. At 46 feet, the boat is large enough for offshore forays and has plenty of volume; with its simple but powerful sail plan, it’s also an excellent performer.

Beginning around 1996, the French builder Catana was one of the first companies to manufacture fully found cruising cats for private ownership, and this Christophe Barreau design, which enjoyed a nearly 10-year production run from 1997-2006, was emblematic of this first generation of safe, fun, long-legged offshore voyagers.

Click here to see more cats from Catana.

When it comes to speed, light boats are fast ones. And if you wish to save weight, that means exotic modern materials like carbon. Catana now infuses the laminates of their entire production line with carbon fiber, and for this list, we’ve chosen the Catana 50 Carbon, one of the zippiest cats now crossing oceans.

Click here to read about a couple’s charter aboard a Catana 50.

Gemini 105M

Pioneering catamaran sailor, builder and designer Tony Smith launched the first of his 33-foot Gemini 105M’s (10.5 meters = 33′) in 1993, and soon after found a ready and willing stream of sailors enamored of the boat’s compact size, affordable price tag, and such innovations as the nifty lifting rudder and transom steps.

Click here to read about the Gemini Legacy 35.

Built between 2000-2005, the Gunboat 62 firmly established the Gunboat brand: go-anywhere cats that applied race-boat technology to a world-cruising platform. Hull no. 1, Tribe, was built for company founder Peter Johnstone, who then spent a year-and-a-half cruising with his family, smiling all the way.

French builder Henri Wauquiez is best known for his long career building monohulls, but the Kronos 45 cat, which he launched in 1992, was ahead of her time. Classic lines, the aft “targa bar” over the cockpit, the louvered coach roof windows, even the distinctive stripes on her hull: the Kronos 45 remains timeless.

No roundup of cruising cats would be complete without several Lagoon entries, and the best of that impressive bunch might well be the Lagoon 380. Originally launched in 1999, and revered for its combination of quality, volume and performance, with over 740 boats built the 380 is still going strong.

Launched five years after the breakthrough 380, the Lagoon 440 was an evolutionary design that featured a raised flybridge helm station, a unique “gullwing” configuration below the bridge deck, expanded windows in the hull and much more. With 400 boats built in a 6-year production run, the 440 was an unqualified success.

How big can a production cat, still operable by a short-handed crew, really be? The builders at Lagoon discovered that 62-feet hit a sweet spot in the marketplace, and have sold over 70 boats since its introduction in 2010. The centerpiece of this design is the sensational steering station atop the flybridge, with expansive views of the sea and sky.

Click here to see more cats from Lagoon.

With an unmatched pedigree – designed by premier multihull naval architects Gino Morelli and Pete Melvin, built by the prestigious Robertson & Caine boatyard in South Africa, and commissioned by chartering giant The Moorings – the Leopard 40 was, perhaps unsurprisingly, Cruising World ’s Import Boat of the Year in 2005.

Louisiane 37

Based on the famous French racing cat Charente-Maritime, the Louisiane 37, designed by Joubert/Nivelt and launched by builder Fountaine-Pajot in 1983, was a light, fast liveaboard cruiser with full accommodations that represented a radical departure from the hefty British cats that preceded it.

Maine Cat 30

One of the more versatile and clever cats ever created, the central feature of the cool Maine Cat 30 is the open bridge deck/living room sandwiched between the hulls and canopied by a rigid, permanent hard top (the comfortable accommodations/ staterooms are stationed in the hulls). Ideal for a winter in the Bahamas but with the ability to sail offshore, it’s a boat for all seasons and reasons.

Built in Florida and beloved by the owners of the over 120 boats built during the company’s existence from 1993 to 2009, the Manta Catamarans range included 38-, 40- and 44-foot cats. For this exercise, however, we’re heralding the original Manta 42, which won the Best Value Overall prize in CW’s 2001 Boat of the Year contest.

Moorings 4800/Leopard 48

Another Leopard/Moorings collaboration built by the wizards at Robertson & Caine (though this boat was designed by fellow South African Alex Simonis), the Leopard 48 was another CW Boat of the Year winner with all the contemporary bells and whistles: forward cockpit, flybridge helm station and solid hardtop dodger, just to name a few.

Click here to read more about the Leopard 48, and click here to see more images.

Nautitech 441

The Best Multihull Under 45 Feet: So said the CW judging panel in the 2013 Boat of the Year competition, regarding the Nautitech 441. But what makes this versatile platform so intriguing are the different helm set-ups. The 441 employs a single wheel, to starboard, ideal for solo sailors, while the 442 has a pair of helm stations aft.

Click here to see more Nautitech Catamarans.

Outremer 5X

A state-of-the-art all-oceans cat that exemplifies how far multihull design has come, the 59-foot Outremer 5X was a winner on both sides of the Atlantic, taking top honors in the European Boat of the Year competition in 2013, and following up as the Best Full-Size Multihull in CW ’s contest a year later.

Click here to see more cats from Outremer.

St. Francis 50

The flagship of the proud St. Francis line – built in South Africa since 1990 to designs by local legends Lavranos Marine Design – the St. Francis 50 is another “luxury cat” that shares much in common with an earlier 48-foot sister-ship, but packs even more payload into its roomier lines.

Click here to read more about the St. Francis 50

Seawind 1000

Founded by Aussie surfer and sailor Richard Ward in 1982, the 33-foot Seawind 1000 is easily the most popular cruising cat ever built in Australia (the company has since moved its manufacturing and management operations to Vietnam). Roomy and airy, these cats dot the coastline of eastern Oz.

Seawind 1160

If the Seawind 1000 was a minimalist approach to cruising cats, the 38-foot Seawind 1160 is the flip side of the coin, a full-fledged long-range voyager. Among the reasons it was named CW ’s Most Innovative boat for 2007 is the unique “tri-folding” door that stashes overhead to open up the saloon and cockpit into a spacious living area.

Click here to read more about the Seawind 1160.

Sunsail 384

Every sailboat is a compromise, and in the case of the Sunsail 384 (also sold privately as the Leopard 38) that’s a good thing, because designers Morrelli & Melvin and builder Robertson and Caine got the balance just right with this relatively small catamaran. With four cabins, the 384 can carry the same size bareboat charter crowd as her larger siblings, but does so with a decided bounce in her step. Named CW’s Import Boat of the Year in 2010, you can gauge the success of the design by the grins on the crew as they barrel down Sir Francis Drake channel in the British Virgin Islands.

Victoria 67

The French design office of Berret Racoupeau drafted the lines of Fountaine-Pajot’s new flagship, introduced in 2013, a magnificent world-girdling voyaging catamaran. Like other giant cats launched in recent years, the boat features a sensational upper deck with all sail controls, helm and lounging stations.

Click here to see more images of the Victoria 67.

Wharram Tanaroa

No list of influential multihulls would be complete without the work of James Wharram, and while Tangaroa wasn’t a production cat by any means, it showcases the British designer’s respect for ancient Polynesian craft. Wharram sailed this 23-foot-6-inch “double-hulled canoe” across the Atlantic in the 1950s, and sold countless plans for similar boats for decades afterwards.

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Most Expensive Catamarans

Last Updated by

Jacob Collier

August 30, 2022

Catamarans come in various sizes, but have you ever wondered what the most expensive catamarans in the world are? Let’s find out.

A catamaran is a boat that features dual hulls that run parallel on either side. Although many sailing enthusiasts will be fine with buying a regular size catamaran to scratch their sailing itch if you have money to spare, why not spoil yourself with a luxurious catamaran?

From the Hemisphere ($280,000), which is an astounding 145” long, to the 217” long Hodor ($30 m), to the 332” Nemesis One ($90m), catamarans come in various sizes and price tags. Catamaran builders are constantly raising the bar along with the price tag.

Learning about catamarans, what makes them unique, and the most expensive catamarans on the planet is something very interesting, especially to sailors. So, if you’re interested in buying a luxury catamaran, you will want to stay with us till the end.

As sailing enthusiasts with years of experience, we can give you all the information you need on luxury catamarans, or in this case, the most expensive catamarans that you can buy.

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‍ Most Expensive Catamarans

For their particular benefits over mono-hulled vessels, both seasoned yachting fans and those new to the world of yacht charters like to vacation and host events onboard luxury catamarans, and these ten largest luxury catamarans available for charter are among the best available today.

These well-kept catamarans offer better stability while sailing and at anchor, and the larger beam provides more room onboard for organizing dockside activities and enjoying the outdoors wherever you go. Large weather-protected cockpits, expansive foredecks with trampolines, and most large catamarans also include a flybridge for sunbathing and outdoor dining are all noteworthy features.

Catamarans are also speedier than monohulls and, because of their short draught, can often penetrate shallower coves to locate hidden jewels. Another advantage of catamaran sailing is the use of two engines to match the twin hulls, which improves safety and maneuverability while traveling between islands.

Nemesis One - ($90 million)

As the first multi-hull hydrofoil, the 'Nemesis One' has garnered much attention. This luxury catamaran will be able to lift out of the water on hydrofoils to attain a top speed of over 50 knots, changing the face of high-performance cruising multihulls. With its astounding technologically sophisticated features, Nemesis Yachts revealed their pioneering 332 feet futuristic catamaran design, which redefines a traditional sailing yacht.

The 'Oceanwings' wing sail claims to minimize crew needs to a bare minimum since the wings automatically modify angle, camber, and twist, removing the need for manual sail trimming. The all-carbon-fiber Nemesis One exudes a beautiful futuristic atmosphere without sacrificing the car's cozy amenities. The designers used cutting-edge hydraulic and electronic systems to eliminate the need for pulling lines or manipulating sails. Nemesis One will be outfitted with the latest generation of smart LiDar (laser radar) sensors, which will accurately capture the yacht's surroundings, including the current sea condition and parameters such as wave height.

Nemesis One is also forging new ground by allowing users to swap out the port and starboard facing dwelling modules with ones with alternate interior layouts. In the blink of an eye, the interior arrangement may be converted from owner to charter setup. Both modules may be removed fully to make the most of this beast, putting the already fast boat into the 'Ultra-Light Race Mode' configuration.

The Hemisphere - ($280,000)

The Hemisphere is another luxury yacht that can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests, thanks to its roomy interior, which offers plenty of space and entertainment options. Furthermore, being one of the more stable and trustworthy vessels on the water, it is unquestionably the ideal luxury ship to charter for a seagoing excursion that will deliver a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The outside is just as beautiful, with a flybridge that provides an incredible amount of deck area for leisure activities. There are also other sitting places, including those around the spa pool on the upper deck. If that wasn't enough, the aft deck has a magnificent glass table with a map of the seven continents engraved into it. The formal dining room is located below here, where visitors may relax and enjoy a four-star meal or a quick snack, depending on the time of day.

Its accommodations are one-of-a-kind, delivering another level of luxury that departs from the ordinary, mundane experience that may otherwise detract from a great holiday spent reveling in the total splendor of such a vessel. It has fifteen distinct types of stone in its construction, as well as eighteen different types of leather and a range of finishing touches, such as brushed wood, wenge, and walnut bottoms.

It has fifteen different types of stone in its construction, as well as eighteen different types of leather and a broad range of finishing touches, such as brushed wood, wenge, and walnut bottoms, that give it a distinct and stylish feel.

This craft was designed with little more than leisure and a love for adventure in mind. It was built at the UK's Pendennis Shipyard, and Metrica Interior in Germany designed and fitted the interior. The sheer grandeur of the place allows for pleasures that visitors to the Hemisphere will agree are both luxurious and beautiful in scope.

Even while operating at full throttle, the vessel's design provides complete comfort and an unforgettable trip. As a catamaran, she is also quite stable, as one would anticipate from such a vessel. The luxury catamaran has built upon the original design by removing the more simple shapes that came before and extending in a fashion that tries to impress, as with many designs adopted from the past into the contemporary period.

The Hemisphere takes the lead in pure magnificence and performance as the world's largest and most stunning catamaran. This magnificent sailboat was first launched in 2011 and reaches 145 feet over the sea. Van Peteghem Lauriot created the design which is an ode to past designs, with all of the modern comforts and technology that gives you the complete package.

Hodor - ($30m)

Hodor's linear exteriors and gray paints give it an industrial air, while the hull, helicopter, and helipad are all beautifully completed with contrasting orange stripes. Astilleros Armón constructed her at their Burela shipyard in Spain, with design and naval architecture by Incat Crowther. To optimize living space aboard the mothership, the vessel was built to be filled with toys.

For instance, there are up to nine fully loaded jet skis available, as well as four Yamaha quad bikes, two ATVs, four TW200 trail motorbikes, one Hobie Cat, and even two Laser dinghies. You also get a 16-meter Hydra-Sports 53 center console sports boat and a 7.3-meter Novurania catamaran RIB neatly fitted on the upper deck.

A hydraulic lift is dropped between the two hulls to deploy the 17-meter Nor-Tech 560 Sport center console. And if that isn't enough, there are rumors that a Seamagine Aurora-3 submersible is being considered for the owner's collection of toys.

It features two gorgeous internal guest quarters with bathrooms, in addition to functioning as toy storage. Is this the world's largest catamaran and the world's largest toy box? This is the best toy for thrill-seekers who have deep pockets and enjoy water activities.

The helipad is completely approved and CAP437 compliant for helicopters weighing up to 6 tons and with a D-value of up to 16 meters, such as the Eurocopter EC145. A huge reception area, furnished to yacht standards, lies in front of the helipad, allowing visitors to be shuttled between helicopters and tenders in luxury.

In case you were wondering, Incat Crowther, an Australian design studio, created Hodor. Five tenders (the biggest being 56' / 17 meters), jet skis, quad bikes, a submarine garage, a helipad, and a substantial complement of crew, personnel, and support equipment are among some of the facilities you get to enjoy onboard.

Royal Falcon One - ($2.4m)

This futuristic catamaran built by Singaporean builders Royal Fleet in 2019 looks like something out of a science fiction movie. The two hulls have the appearance of a sports car circuit if you look closely. The large beam allows for a very pleasant cruising experience. Porsche Create Studio started with a blank sheet of paper to design a catamaran-style boat.

Her contemporary interiors have the best leathers and materials to complement her ultra-modern external style. Guests may enjoy amazing ocean views from a panoramic lounge. The Royal Falcon One has a Jacuzzi, an onboard bar, and a tender garage for up to 10 hired guests. In addition, Royal Falcon One is equipped with dual 4,600 horsepower engines and two waterjets courtesy of Rolls-Royce, allowing her to achieve peak speeds of 35 knots. The Royal Falcon One has a one-of-a-kind design created by the legendary Porsche Design Studio.

The unique design of the Royal Falcon One combines all of the efficient economic cruising features of a multihull with the additional space given by the wide beam, all while providing guests with an attractive aesthetic and utilitarian but luxury interior.

The Royal Falcon One offers five large and pleasant bedrooms, offering plenty of space for guests. The main deck has three guest rooms, while the top deck has a full-beam master bedroom with its own private deck space, as well as a VIP suite. The interior design is innovative, offering guests the ultimate in luxury while employing only the best leathers and materials to produce a contemporary design that complements her ultra-modern outward appearance.

The thoughtful internal plan allows for a panoramic observation salon forward of the main saloon, making the most of the yacht's broad beam and an amazing gathering place. Royal Falcon One offers many dining and relaxation areas on deck. The upper sun deck has a Jacuzzi and cushioned sun cushions, while the main deck has an external salon to the aft.

The crew quarters are hidden between the two hulls, while the tender of Royal Falcon One is stored in the stern, served by a crane for deployment and retrieval. This is an excellent chance for a new owner to obtain a brand-new yacht with a head-turning, stand-out design, with minimal engine hours, and presented for sale in pristine condition.

Ten guests will be accommodated in five cabins, with extra ten staff members onboard. The Royal Falcon One has opulent interiors and expansive outside spaces for parties and relaxation. On the sun terrace, there is a Jacuzzi, as well as formal and outdoor eating places, all of which have been furnished to provide the ultimate comfort.

Silver Cloud - ($31m)

Abeking & Rasmussen, a German shipyard, created this outstanding dual hull model in 2009, which has won two World Superyacht Awards. The exquisite interiors were created by Michael Kirschstein. Silver Cloud's 134 feet are packed with luxuries, including a spa pool, a sky deck, and a spacious helicopter pad.

A 360-degree sliding door welcomes visitors to the main deck's magnificent views, which give plenty of chances for al fresco eating and entertainment. Silver Cloud can accommodate up to twelve people and provides lots of entertainment, such as a fully furnished media area, a 65-inch plasma TV, and complete scuba diving equipment for each visitor. Silver Cloud also has a lot of speed; with zero-speed stabilizers, she can travel 4,000 nautical miles at 10 knots.

The main deck saloon, designed by Michael Kirschstein, features wide windows with panoramic views, two lounge sections, and two dining rooms, all of which contribute to a sense of closeness among passengers. Powered sliding glass doors open to the aft deck, which has everything you need for outdoor entertainment and dining.

With four motorized lounge chairs and a 65-inch LED television screen that drops from the ceiling, the sky lounge serves as a media room, providing guests with a pleasant location for relaxing watching. There is also an elevator, a spa pool, and a big helicopter deck.

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What is a Cruising Catamaran?

A cruising catamaran is a type of sailboat that has two parallel hulls connected by a deck or a bridge. The hulls can be symmetrical or asymmetrical, and can have different shapes and sizes. The space between the hulls is called the nacelle, and it can house the cockpit, the saloon, the galley, the cabins and other amenities. The mast and the sails are usually mounted on the nacelle or on one of the hulls.

Cruising catamarans are designed for long-distance sailing and living aboard. They are typically equipped with engines, generators, watermakers , solar panels, wind generators and other systems that make them self-sufficient and comfortable. They also have large fuel and water tanks, as well as ample storage space for provisions and gear.

Cruising catamarans are popular among sailors who value comfort, performance and safety. They offer many benefits over monohulls, such as:

Stability : Catamarans have a wide beam and a low center of gravity, which makes them more stable and less prone to heeling and rolling. This means less seasickness, less fatigue and more enjoyment for the crew and passengers.

Speed : Catamarans have less wetted surface area and less drag than monohulls, which makes them faster and more efficient. They can also sail closer to the wind and tack faster than monohulls. Catamarans can reach speeds of up to 20 knots or more in favorable conditions.
Shallow draf t: Catamarans have a shallow draft, which means they can access shallow waters and anchorages that are inaccessible to monohulls. This opens up more possibilities for exploration and adventure.
Living space: Catamarans have a lot of living space both inside and outside. They have spacious saloons, galleys, cabins and bathrooms that can accommodate several people comfortably. They also have large cockpits, trampolines, flybridges and sun decks that offer plenty of room for relaxation and entertainment.
Safety: Catamarans are generally safer than monohulls because they are less likely to sink or capsize. Even if one hull is damaged or flooded, the other hull can keep the boat afloat. Catamarans also have multiple escape routes in case of fire or emergency.

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10 Great Cruising Cats

There are many cruising catamarans available on the market today, each with its own features, specifications and price range. Here are 10 of the best cruising cats that you should consider for your next adventure:

1. Lagoon 42

The Lagoon 42 is one of the most popular cruising catamarans in the world. It was launched in 2016 and has won several awards for its design, performance and comfort. The Lagoon 42 has a sleek and modern look, with a distinctive curved coachroof that reduces windage and improves visibility. It has a spacious cockpit that connects seamlessly with the saloon through a sliding door. The saloon has a U-shaped galley, a large dining table and a navigation station. The Lagoon 42 has four cabins and four bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite. The Lagoon 42 has a mast stepped further aft than usual, which allows for a larger foretriangle and a self-tacking jib . This makes the boat easier to handle and maneuver in all conditions. The Lagoon 42 also has a code zero sail option for extra speed and performance.

The Lagoon 42 is ideal for families or groups who want a comfortable and versatile cruising catamaran that can sail well in any weather.

Catamaran Lagoon 42

2. Leopard 45

The Leopard 45 is another popular cruising catamaran that was launched in 2016. It was designed by Simonis Voogd Design in collaboration with Robertson & Caine, the South African builder of Leopard catamarans. The Leopard 45 has a contemporary and elegant look, with a raised helm station that offers panoramic views and easy access to the cockpit and the saloon. The cockpit has a large U-shaped seating area with a table, a wet bar and a grill. The saloon has an L-shaped galley, a forward-facing navigation station and a lounge area with a sofa and a coffee table. The Leopard 45 has four cabins and four bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite. The Leopard 45 has a rig with a square-top mainsail and an overlapping genoa that provide plenty of power and performance. The Leopard 45 also has an electric winch at the helm station that controls all the sails .

The Leopard 45 is ideal for sailors who want a stylish and spacious cruising catamaran that can deliver excellent performance and efficiency.

3. Fountaine Pajot Elba 45

The Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 is one of the newest cruising catamarans on the market today. It was launched in 2019 and has already received rave reviews from critics and customers alike. The Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 has a sleek and dynamic look, with inverted bows that enhance speed and stability. It has a large cockpit that features a lounge area with sofas, a dining table and an outdoor kitchen. The saloon has an open-plan layout that includes a galley island, a dining area and a chart table. The Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 has four cabins and four bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that occupies the entire starboard hull. The Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 has a rig with a full-batten mainsail and an overlapping genoa that provide optimal performance and balance. The Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 also has an optional flybridge that offers additional space for relaxation and steering.

The Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 is ideal for sailors who want a modern and innovative cruising catamaran that can offer comfort and speed.

4. Bali Catspace

The Bali Catspace is another new cruising catamaran that was launched in 2019. It was designed by Olivier Poncin and Yann Chabaud , the founders of Bali Catamarans, a brand of Catana Group. The Bali Catspace has a unique and original look, with a solid foredeck that creates a large living area on the bow. It has a spacious cockpit that connects with the saloon through a tilting door that can be opened or closed completely. The saloon has a U-shaped galley, a dining table and a sofa bed. The Bali Catspace has four cabins and four bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that includes a desk and a dressing room. The Bali Catspace has a rig with a self-tacking jib, a code zero sail option, and an automated reefing system. The Bali Catspace also has an optional flybridge that features a sunbathing area, a helm station, and an electric winch.

The Bali Catspace is ideal for sailors who want a fun and functional cruising catamaran that can offer versatility and convenience.

5. Nautitech Open 40

The Nautitech Open 40 is one of the most successful cruising catamarans in its class. It was launched in 2014 and has sold over 200 units worldwide. The Nautitech Open 40 has a simple and elegant look, with a low-profile coachroof that reduces windage and improves aerodynamics. It has a huge cockpit that merges with the saloon through a sliding door that can be opened fully or partially. The saloon has a linear galley, a dining table, and a navigation station. The Nautitech Open 40 has four cabins and two bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that occupies one hull. The Nautitech Open 40 has a rig with a square-top mainsail, an overlapping genoa, and an optional gennaker. The Nautitech Open 40 also has two helm stations that are located on each hull, which offer excellent visibility and control.

The Nautitech Open 40 is ideal for sailors who want a fast and agile cruising catamaran that can offer simplicity and elegance.

6. Seawind 1260

The Seawind 1260 is one of the most awarded cruising catamarans in Australia. It was launched in 2018 and has won several accolades for its design, quality, and performance. The Seawind 1260 has a classic and robust look, with a hardtop bimini that protects the cockpit from sun and rain. It has a generous cockpit that features a lounge area, a dining table, and a barbecue. The saloon has a galley-down layout that includes a fridge, a freezer, a stove, and an oven. The saloon also has a seating area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. The Seawind 1260 has four cabins and two bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that has a queen-size bed, a desk, and a wardrobe. The Seawind 1260 has a rig with a full-batten mainsail, an overlapping genoa, and a screecher. The Seawind 1260 also has a patented tri-folding door that can open or close the cockpit and the saloon in seconds.

The Seawind 1260 is ideal for sailors who want a reliable and durable cruising catamaran that can offer flexibility and comfort.

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7. Outremer 45

The Outremer 45 is one of the most renowned cruising catamarans in France. It was launched in 2015 and has been praised for its performance, safety, and innovation. The Outremer 45 has a sporty and sleek look, with a reverse bow that enhances speed and stability. It has a minimalist cockpit that has a helm station, a seating area, and a table. The saloon has a galley-up layout that includes a fridge, a sink, and a stove. The saloon also has a dining area with a table and benches. The Outremer 45 has four cabins and two bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that has a double bed, a sofa, and a desk. The Outremer 45 has a rig with a full-batten mainsail, an overlapping genoa, and an optional gennaker. The Outremer 45 also has a carbon fiber mast and boom, which reduce weight and increase performance.

The Outremer 45 is ideal for sailors who want a fast and light cruising catamaran that can offer performance and safety.

8. Catana 47

The Catana 47 is one of the most advanced cruising catamarans in the world. It was launched in 2010 and has been upgraded several times since then. The Catana 47 has a futuristic and aerodynamic look, with curved daggerboards that improve speed, stability, and maneuverability. It has an ergonomic cockpit that features a helm station, a seating area, and a table. The saloon has a galley-up layout that includes a fridge, a freezer, a sink, and a stove. The saloon also has a dining area with a table and chairs. The Catana 47 has four cabins and four bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that has a king-size bed, a sofa, and a dressing room. The Catana 47 has a rig with a full-batten mainsail, an overlapping genoa, and a code zero sail option . The Catana 47 also has a carbon fiber mast and boom, which reduce weight and increase performance.

The Catana 47 is ideal for sailors who want a cutting-edge and powerful cruising catamaran that can offer speed and comfort.

9. Antares 44

The Antares 44 is one of the most luxurious cruising catamarans in the world. It was launched in 2005 and has been refined and improved over the years. The Antares 44 has a classic and elegant look, with a solid bimini that covers the cockpit and the helm station. It has a cozy cockpit that features a lounge area, a dining table, and a wet bar. The saloon has a galley-down layout that includes a fridge, a freezer, a sink, and a stove. The saloon also has a seating area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. The Antares 44 has three cabins and three bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that has a queen-size bed, a sofa, and a desk. The Antares 44 has a rig with a full-batten mainsail, an overlapping genoa, and an optional spinnaker. The Antares 44 also has a watermaker , a generator, a solar panel, and a wind generator that make it self-sufficient and comfortable.

The Antares 44 is ideal for sailors who want a comfortable and luxurious cruising catamaran that can offer quality and convenience.

10. Neel 51

The Neel 51 is one of the most innovative cruising catamarans in the world. It was launched in 2017 and has won several awards for its design, space, and performance. The Neel 51 is actually a trimaran, which means it has three hulls instead of two. The Neel 51 has a modern and spacious look, with a large central hull that houses the main living area. It has an expansive cockpit that features a lounge area, a dining table, and a sunbathing area. The saloon has a galley-up layout that includesa fridge, a freezer, a sink, and a stove. The saloon also has a dining area with a table and chairs. The Neel 51 has four cabins and four bathrooms, with an option for an owner's version with a larger master suite that occupies the entire central hull. The master suite has a king-size bed, a sofa, a desk, and a dressing room. The Neel 51 has a rig with a full-batten mainsail, an overlapping genoa, and a code zero sail option . The Neel 51 also has a flybridge that features a helm station, a seating area, and a sunbathing area.

The Neel 51 is ideal for sailors who want a spacious and innovative cruising catamaran that can offer stability and performance.

Cruising catamarans are great options for sailors who want to enjoy long-distance sailing and living aboard. They offer many advantages over monohulls, such as stability, speed, shallow draft and living space. They also come in different shapes, sizes and prices, depending on your needs and preferences. In this article, we have introduced you to 10 of the best cruising catamarans on the market today, and we hope that this will help you make an informed decision for your next adventure.

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Faq: 10 best cruising cats.

Some of the main factors to consider when choosing a cruising catamaran are:

The size and layout of the boat, which affect the comfort, storage and performance of the boat.
The design and quality of the boat, which affect the aesthetics, durability and safety of the boat.
The equipment and systems of the boat, which affect the functionality, convenience and autonomy of the boat.
The budget and maintenance of the boat, which affect the affordability and availability of the boat.

Some of the best brands and models of cruising catamarans are:

Lagoon: Lagoon is one of the leading brands of cruising catamarans in the world. They offer a wide range of models that cater to different needs and preferences. Some of their most popular models are the Lagoon 42, the Lagoon 450 and the Lagoon 52.
Leopard: Leopard is another leading brand of cruising catamarans in the world. They are known for their stylish and spacious designs that combine performance and comfort. Some of their most popular models are the Leopard 45, the Leopard 50 and the Leopard 58.
Fountaine Pajot: Fountaine Pajot is one of the most renowned brands of cruising catamarans in France. They are known for their modern and innovative designs that offer comfort and speed. Some of their most popular models are the Fountaine Pajot Elba 45, the Fountaine Pajot Saona 47 and the Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67.

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Key Moments 2023 - From the simplest to the most luxurious: Catamarans of the third kind

Article published on 29/12/2023

By Norbert Conchin

published in n°193 jan. / feb.

Over the past fifteen years or so, we’ve seen significant diversification in multihull models. Going back even further, to the nineties say, the range comprised beach cats and cruising craft (I’ll call these multihulls “catamarans of the first kind”), has grown considerably: since the early 2000s, we’ve seen the emergence of a number of new concepts that have further segmented the market.

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The arrival on the market of multihull superyachts or “multiyachts” was the first major development, but they’re not the only ones! There are also Opens, Monospaces, Double-deckers (and now Tri-deckers), Open day-boats, sports yachts, adventurer-explorers, powercats and more. For me, these are the “catamarans of the second kind”, whose diversity is staggering. But I believe that in 2023, we’ve seen two even more stunning innovations. Firstly, the small HopYacht 30, which offers a yacht-like cabin with a 180-degree view of the sea and a queen-size island bed, all in its 30-foot hulls. At the opposite end of the spectrum, the Gunboat 72 lets you sail at the speed of the wind, like an ocean racer, on a luxurious flybridge that can accommodate for ten. This almost antipodean positioning makes me want to call these multihulls “catamarans of the third kind”...

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Best Catamaran Brands: Exploring the Multihull World

5th dec 2023 by john burnham / samantha wilson.

In the past 20 years, the catamaran segment has had a big make-over and expanded. These days, center console cats compete with monohulls as fishing and inshore power boats, and both sailing and motor cats cruise long distances, offering both large interiors and ample deck space, plus stability and safety. Whether you’re fishing closer to shore or cruising longer distances, catamarans are no longer seen as the less capable cousins. Some of the top brands in the sector have been driving the innovation for decades, but hot on their heels are daring and exciting newcomers who are pushing the boundaries. There are many excellent brands to choose from, and these are just a few of our favorites;

Leopard 50. Leopard Catamarans photo.

Best Catamaran Fishing Boats

Invincible boats.

Power cats used specifically for fishing are big business as more people realize the huge speed and stability benefits they offer compared to their monohull counterparts. Invincible have been instrumental in the popularity boom with their excellent range of 33- to 46-foot center console fishing power cats. With cruising speeds of 50 mph (and as much as 70 mph), as well as a suite of advanced livewell systems and accessories, they are one of the industry leaders in this category. Invincible boats for sale

Freeman Boatworks

Another major player in the power cat fishing sector are Freeman, whose 28- to 47-foot range of seriously hardy fishing cats offer incredible performance and speed (they can cruise at 80 mph) as well as huge fuel capacity and massive livewells. This means they’re perfectly equipped for offshore fishing adventures thanks to their four 450hp outboard engines and extremely comfortable ride even in rough sea conditions. Freeman boats for sale

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Best Power Catamaran Brands

Leveraging more than 30 years of building sailing catamarans, South African builders Robertson & Caine, with naval architect Simonis Voogd, has created today's range of Leopard power cruising cats, among the most highly regarded power cats on the market. The success of their seaworthy line of power cats over the last 10 years has included a 2022 International Best of Boats Award to the Leopard 46 Powercat and a Multihull of the Year award to the Leopard 53 Powercat. One of the smallest ocean-going motor cats is there new 40, which has been nominated as a European Yacht of the Year. Each model offers a spacious flybridge, modern and luxurious styling, and an impressive use of space, and even the 40 sleeps six in three private cabins. Leopard boats for sale

Aquila Power Catamarans

Power cat specialists Aquila are relative newcomers but have been taking the sector by storm with the variety and scope of their innovative models. Whether its fuel efficiency and stable cruising you’re after for covering long distances, the capability of reaching offshore fishing grounds, or sporty, coastal and day boating that’s on your mind, Aquila has a boat worth looking at. Their offshore, sport, and yacht lines run from pocket-sized 28-foot Molokai fishing cat, to the 70-foot flagship superyacht. In between, we find models such as Aquila 54 Yacht Power Catamaran designed to transport you to every corner of the globe. Aquila boats for sale

Aquila 47 Molokai. Aquila photo.

Best Bluewater Catamaran Brands

Fountaine pajot.

Long gone are the days when catamarans were purely coastal day sailers. Today, a whole new breed of boat is gaining huge popularity with bluewater and round the world sailors looking for more space and more stability than a monohull can ever offer (see our article on Catamarans vs Monohulls ). Fountaine Pajot have been industry leaders in this sector for 40 years, remaining one step ahead of the game with their sailing and now power cats. While they offer an 80-foot superyacht, it’s their 40-foot Isla, the smallest in the range, which is their flagship, showing their dedication to creating strong, safe, durable, and family-friendly boats. Fountaine Pajot boats for sale

For those looking to buy a high-performance, safe, and incredibly spacious bluewater catamaran that can be handled by two people, the French Outremer brand should definitely be considered. The models feature daggerboards, unlike many cruising catamarans, and the result is superior upwind performance that can help you cover long distances much faster. The brand’s five models currently range from 45 to 55 feet, and in 2022, the Outremer 55 won both a European Yacht of the Year award and Multihull of the Year at the International Multihull Show. Whether you want an eco-yacht with electric power, or a larger family-friendly yacht complete with four full-sized cabins, Outremer has a lot to offer. Outremer boats for sale

Outremer 4.zero. Outremer photo.

Best Sailing Catamaran Brands

Sailing purists often lament that sailing a catamaran isn’t true sailing, but these days there is much to argue in that statement. Balance is a relatively new brand, now building a range of beautiful multihull sailing boats, and earning recognition for their efforts—both Sailing World Magazine and Cruising World Magazine’s Boat of the Year Awards in 2022. Their designers, who come from racing backgrounds, have found the right point between a high-performance sailing vessel built with higher-tech materials and a practical, easy-to-handle boat that can be sailed across the oceans by a couple. Balance boats for sale

Arguably one of the most famous names in the catamaran world, Lagoon was among the first to build practical, comfortable sailing catamarans and became the most popular brand worldwide. The brand has long been one of the top choices of catamaran charter companies the world over thanks to its spacious, practical, safe models. The boats are renowned for their ease of handling and a high level of comfort and luxury. The current model range of sailing cats starts at 40 feet and goes all the way up to 77 feet, while Lagoon power cats go a step farther, to 80 feet. Lagoon boats for sale

Lagoon 46. Lagoon photo.

Best Cruising Catamaran Brands

Whether cruising coastally or traversing great oceans, the capable, comfortable, meticulously crafted sailing cats by Antares are up there with the best of the best. Currently, the boutique brand builds six of its 44-foot models annually at their factory in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The creation of Canadian designer Ted Clements, the 44 has long-term living in mind, focusing on interior space (there’s even an industry-leading 6.75 feet of headroom in the master cabin), as well as long-term sustainability. A hybrid version is available that carries electric motors, a hydrogenerator and extensive solar panels. Antares boats for sale

Built in Cape Town, South Africa, Xquisite catamarans are another relative newcomer making waves since their launch in 2014, recently earning awards from Cruising World and Sail magazines for the X5 Plus, a 54-footer. With a range of luxury power and sailing catamarans, unique styling, high performance, and emphasis on comfort make them very competitive in the cruising cat category. From their trailerable pocket-sized 30 SportCat sailing catamaran, to their Sixty Solar Sail and Sixty Solar Motor (using all green energy), as well as their two power cats, it’s a diverse and innovative range. Xquisite boats for sale

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Xquisite Sixty Solar Sail. Xquisite photo.

Best Liveaboard Catamaran

Bali catamarans.

Catamarans offer twice as much interior space as a monohull of the same length, making almost all of them ideal liveaboards. If you’re looking for modern styling in the interior, you’d do well to start with one of the 38- to 54-foot models offered by BALI. Utilizing an open-space concept, a solid forward deck with built-in comforts, and the unique BALI doors that open the main saloon to the world outside in good weather, BALI Catamarans put an emphasis on liveaboard comfort, and even their models under 44 feet offer impressive amounts of space. Produced in France, by the well-known Catana shipyard, the brand has small-scale production ensuring each boat is of the highest quality. BALI boats for sale

HH Catamarans

Relative newcomers to the catamaran world, HH launched in 2012 as a performance catamaran brand and is now giving some of the bigger brands a run for their money. Working exclusively with the successful US design firm of Morelli & Melvin and building at its own factory in Xiamen, China, the HH range now encompasses eight models between 44 and 88 feet in length. Hulls, decks and structures are very high-tech—100-percent carbon using infused epoxy resin. These semi-custom boats allow you to choose everything down to the layout of saloon and galley (as well as the helm positions) ensuring you have the perfect spaces for long-term living. With eco-credentials, elegant styling, and lightning speed, HH are collecting awards left, right, and center. HH boats for sale

HH 55. HH Catamarans photo.

Best Small Catamaran Brands

Nautitech are one of the top names in the industry and their catamarans, built in France, are well-designed for both coastal cruising and bluewater sailing. Their range of small sailing catamarans—the 40 Open, 44 Open, and 48 Open—offer a good balance of performance, luxury, space, and safety, and as the name “Open” indicates, the main saloon can be opened wide to integrate saloon and cockpit spaces. Owned by Bavaria Yachts since 2014, Nautitech uses quality materials ensuring their boats, while smaller than many other brands, are equipped for long-distance adventures. Nautitech boats for sale

Built in Australia, Seawind catamarans come in five models from 38 to 45 feet long (plus a 52-footer) and demonstrate lively performance in keeping with their relatively lighter weight and use of modest-sized diesel sail drives or outboard engines. The well-engineered boats are designed for those who wish to sail their own boats and have easy access to all control lines from the cockpit, while steering from helm stations either to port or start, well-protected from the elements. The brand has evolved over the years since its founding in 1982 but continues to produce according to its mission “innovative design, quality of finish, outstanding performance and sea-handling ability…”. Seawind boats for sale

Nautitech range. Nautitech photo.

Best Catamaran Brands for the Money

Catana are not inexpensive catamarans—in fact they are semi-custom in a production sense—and they’re not intended to be your typical series-built white, fiberglass model. It’s the performance and style that you get for your money that has put them on our best-value list. Part of the BALI Group, Catana has a long history of building high-performance, strong, capable, and spacious cats with daggerboards for upwind performance. Most recent models are 49 and 53 feet long, built with carbon-infusion hull construction. The small-scale of production means every vessel is constructed to top quality, meaning you’re getting exactly what you want for your money. Catana boats for sale

Beneteau’s Excess range is a recent introduction that offers good- performing, cruising catamarans at good value for the price, from the largest boatbuilder in the world. Built by CNB/Lagoon in France using their long-standing catamaran know-how, the Excess line of four models—37 to 49 feet—are lively performers without the price tag and complexity of other high-tech, high-performance sailing cats. Nonetheless, Excess lead designer Bruno Belmont has managed to pack a huge amount of features into even their smallest models, meaning you’re getting many of the features of a larger boat for a considerably lower price tag. Beneteau boats for sale

Beneteau Excess 11. Beneteau photo.

Best Luxury Catamaran Brands

Described by one reviewer as the “Tesla of sailboats”, Kinetic’s range of luxurious catamarans are in a league of their own, built without compromise. In light winds, Kinetic cats can sail faster than wind speed. Founded in 2018, Kinetic catamarans are seriously high-quality, high-performing cruisers crafted in South Africa of all-carbon and infused epoxy resin construction to innovative designs by Simonis Voogd. The fact that they’re semi-custom allows owners to choose everything from the layout, to the rig, as well as the interior furnishings, fixtures, and equipment. While it probably doesn’t come as a surprise, these are some of the most expensive cats on the market by size, but the quality and build is flawless. Kinetic official website

Sunreef Yachts

Sunreef’s range of exquisite custom-built sail and motor catamarans see them placed well into the superyacht category, with their luxury models ranging from 60 to 88 feet for power cats and 50 to 80 feet for their “smaller” sailing range. Established in Poland, Sunreef—and their founder and president Francis Lapp—were pioneers in the luxury catamaran sector, and remain ahead of the game today with consistent innovation and dedication to eco yachts including green propulsion, renewable energy, and sustainable finishing materials. Sunreef boats for sale

Sunreef Eco Yachts 80 Sunreef Power. Sunreef Yachts Eco photo.

Written By: John Burnham / Samantha Wilson

John Burnham is a marine editor and writer with decades of journalism experience as Chief Editor of boats.com, Sailing World, Cruising World, and other boating websites. As a competitive sailor, he has led teams to world and national titles in the International One-Design, Shields, and other classes. Based in Newport, Rhode Island, John is a PCC leadership coach, a member of the America’s Cup Hall of Fame Selection Committee, and a past board member of Sail America and US Sailing. For more, see johnsburnham.com .

Samantha Wilson has spent her entire life on and around boats, from tiny sailing dinghies all the way up to superyachts. She writes for many boating and yachting publications, top charter agencies, and some of the largest travel businesses in the industry, combining her knowledge and passion of boating, travel and writing to create topical, useful and engaging content.

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Catamaran Hemisphere

44.20m, (145') - Sleeps 12 Guests

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Right from the start, HEMISPHERE is in a league of her own. The world's largest luxury charter catamaran, HEMISPHERE boasts the ultimate fusion of extravagance and dynamic performance. This stunning 44.2m (145') sailing yacht commands unrivalled presence whether sailing or at anchor. HEMISPHERE will be available for charter in the stunning destinations of the Grenadines and Costa Rica until May 2024 and then in the idyllic islands of French Polynesia from August 2024.

Built by Pendennis and designed by renowned naval architects and multihull specialists, Van Peteghem Lauriot Prévost, her interior concept by Michael Leach Design can be described as "Polynesian Six Star Luxury": 15 varieties of stone, 18 different leathers, a soothing palette and blend of finishes including walnut soles, brushed oak and wengé, make HEMISPHERE a charter connoisseur's dream.

At 44.2m, her imposing size allows ample room for all the luxuries her charter guests could desire. A performance catamaran, HEMISPHERE is stable at sea as well and quick to respond when her 2 x 490hp Caterpillar engines are employed. HEMISPHERE accommodates up to 12 charter guests, and no two staterooms are identical. The two VIP masters are located forward of the main saloon, both with ensuite shower rooms. These staterooms can be adapted into a single master suite via a retractable joining door. In addition charter guests are accommodated in 2 double staterooms plus a twin stateroom with two pullman berths, all with ensuite shower rooms. The TV room on the main deck, boasts a Kaleidescape system where charter guests can choose from hundreds of movies and games. Wi-Fi and socket connections, Satcom and Cellular communications facilities, Satellite TV, iPod docking stations and MP3 connections are throughout the vessel. There's a 61" plasma TV in the lower saloon, 42" plasmas in the VIP staterooms and 32" LCD TVs in charter guest staerooms.

Outside, the flybridge affords massive deck space for recreation, and an inviting seating area surrounds the spa pool. The main aft deck features a fascinating oval-shaped glass table, etched with a map of the world's seven continents. The lavish formal dining area is located on the deck below.

As for water sports and toys, HEMISPHERE'S options are nearly limitless for charter guests. In addition to an 8.2m Scorpion tender with 315hp Yamaha inboard, HEMISPHERE comes equipped with a 16.4m (54ft) F&S custom sport fishing boat for game fishing, diving and guest excursions. There is a 4.5m Castoldi jet wave rider with Yanmar 125hp engine, full scuba diving gear for 12 guests, water skis, five water scooters, two Seabobs, wake boards, kneeboard, kayaks, paddle boards, tow toys, a 4.8m inflatable water trampoline and a 1m high 2.4m professional diving board!

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Luxury Catamarans: Complete Guide to Super Cats

The segment of luxury catamarans is the fastest growing part of the nautical market. The cross-section of currently available models over 20 meters in length is just an announcement of what is to come in the future

The Allure of Super Cats: Unveiling the Splendor of Luxury Catamarans

In the last two decades, catamarans have reached unprecedented popularity, both among private owners and rental clients. From the initial models which were cumbersome and slow, a bit like floating station wagons, a whole range of interesting new models has developed, from those powered only by electricity to the fast, carbon-built performance yachts or to those close in size to superyachts .

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Today, the segment of luxury catamarans over 20 meters in length is the most vibrant part of the market, and those models best represent the successful evolution of this vessel type and lifestyle. In Croatia, the presence of catamarans is primarily felt in charter fleets, and they represent the most attractive part of the charter market. The largest among them exceed in price and dimensions many luxury yachts available for charter in Croatia .

We have selected some of the largest and most luxurious catamarans on the market today, the popularity of which is evidenced by the fact that at least five new models – their larger or smaller sisters – are getting ready to debut by the end of 2022.

Among the many yards working on a multi-hull is also Sanlorenzo , one of the largest manufacturers of motor yachts in the world. In anticipation of dazzling yacht show debuts, enjoy this retrospective of the most popular luxury catamarans, heralded by Lagoon and Sunreef.

Luxury Power Catamarans

Sunreef 80 / eco yacht / 80 power.

Modern design, luxurious interiors and ambition to guarantee their clients a relaxing cruising experience have helped Sunreef win the hearts of boaters and the industry in a short time. Their Sunreef 80 is a prime example of their approach to sailing. Impressive hulls and a carefully designed superstructure connected to the main deck allowed the designers to create a generous interior. As fast and fun as it is, this model is still best known for her interior: 340 square meters of living space, in five cabins for 11 people.

The bow terrace is spacious, the aft platform turns into a beach club, and the fly bridge is large and so attractive you’ll have trouble getting off of it: as if a fantastic view, an al fresco bar and a galley were not enough, there is an option of installing a jacuzzi and hammock. Sunreef 80 is available with a variety of customization options, but in every version, the master cabin has a private pull-out terrace.

The Eco version has most of the hull covered with solar panels, that generate 32 kW of electricity for the electric engines. The interior can be sustainable in terms of fabrics and materials, which gives this luxury yacht a whole new dimension. Particularly interesting is the Power 80 Eco, which allows speed freaks to quench their thirst in the most environmentally responsible way imaginable. The weight to power ratio of the model is 5.2 kg / kWh, while the solar panels cover 200 square meters of her hull.

On this truly eco-avant-garde luxury catamaran, the air conditioning system is powered by direct current, as is the production and purification of water. The best version of the model has the master cabin in the bow, with an en suite and amazing sea views. The propulsion ranges from between 2 x 575 to 2 x 1200 hp, with a fuel tank of 8000 l. The latest model is Sunreef 70 , whose detailed review is available on our website here .

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Luxury catamaran Lagoon Seventy8 cruising

With the largest and most luxurious model, Seventy 7, Lagoon have not only jumped to the very top of the market, but also offered the level of comfort we can without hesitation consider to be the culmination of the yachting experience in the SuperCat segment. With her impressive 23 meters of length, she could have been significantly less graceful in her shape, and considering her interior volume, it’s a miracle she’s this elegant and harmonious.

The huge salon has several zones; a corner for the skipper, a lounge, a dining room, all of them gathered around the central mast. The bow sundeck and crew cabins are both more generous than on most other models in the segment, and the master is absolutely sensational, fully independent and equipped with a glass frame that descends via hydraulics rising to become a spectacular private terrace.

Lagoon Sixty 5 luxury catamaran charter croatia

With a maximum of 2 x 230 hp and 2800-liter fuel tank, this cat is safe to sail even without the wind, but still has a 205-square meter mainsail. Her two generators combining a total of 46 kW supply electricity to all systems. The fly is accessible via winding stairs, and large enough to install optionals like a jacuzzi or a sunbed. We took Sixty 5 for a two-day trip in the waters around the island of Šolta , and she had us fully convinced of her luxury.

The interiors were slightly more compact, but still sufficient for ocean adventures. Lagoon Seventy 8 Power raises everything on a new level, and guarantees elegant performance and up to 19 knots of speed (with 2 x 580-hp engines) and range up to roughly 4000 nm. Available with a five-cabin layout, this cat has large beds, plenty of storage space and en-suites in all versions.

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The interior is huge and airy, the view stretches across 360 degrees and this supercat sleeps 16 adventurers ready to take a long cruiser around the world.

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Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67

Fountaine Pajot will soon celebrate half a century of production of top catamarans, and their current largest model is Alegria 67. Modern and rounded bow, voluminous stern and fly, and large glazed surfaces reveal the French have placed special attention to charm, as they usually do. Different from what one might expect, FP 67 is a successful attempt to redefine life on 20-meter long multi-hull boats.

The options are many, but the one we particularly like has a galley in the left hull, and four cabins with en suites. Owners can choose the six-cabin charter version, or the master version, with a large master and two guest cabins, as well as a cabin for a small crew. In the interior, especially in the salon, the designers made an effort to make everything look more luxurious than usual, using variety of high-quality materials and fabrics.

Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 luxury catamarans

Two large sectionals seat 12, while the galley is next to the bow exit. Fountaine Pajot have build their reputation on top performance, but the flagship of this series boasts attractive interiors to boot

Privilège Signature 650

Privilège catamarans have been present on the market for almost forty years, but it seems that the acquisition by the Hanse Group launched them into the trend-setting group. Their new Privilège Signature 650 aspires to be among the leading luxury catamarans in her segment, which is not an easy task. Slightly curved fly carriers, panoramic windows and portholes are just some of the modern details on this brand new model.

The standard layout includes a large owner’s suite with an en suite, as well as three guest cabins. Our favorite layout places the galley below deck, allowing the cockpit to grow to unbelievable dimensions. By connecting the tables and the large L-shaped sofas that accommodate up to 12 people this space can be converted into a large sunbed.

The aft platform is able to lift a tender or jet-ski up to 600 kg, in addition to allowing swimmers easy and safe access to the water. The fly deck is accessible from the cockpit or via a starboard staircase, and the central U-shaped sofa and the adjacent table offer a great spot to socialize, especially when covered with a bimini. Two rudder seats provide the skipper with excellent visibility, and give everyone aboard a unique view.

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Best luxury yacht: 7 ultimate luxury cruisers you can buy

Toby Hodges
March 14, 2024

Toby Hodges takes a look at all the nominees and the winner of the best luxury yacht category in the European Yacht of the Year Awards

The definition of the best luxury yacht will differ according to personal opinion and from boat to boat. This year’s nominees in the luxury yacht category of the European Yacht of the Year Awards proved that perfectly.

The European Yacht of the Year awards are selected by a broad panel of expert judges from across the globe. These are people who spend their professional lives sailing and comparing yachts, so you can be certain that the yachts which stand out in this field are truly the best of the best on the market.

The best luxury yachts

Best luxury yacht winner 2024 – arcona 50.

When you enter the fiercely competitive 50ft luxury performance yacht market you better get it right. And the jury felt Arcona managed that. This watershed design for the traditional Swedish brand, by X-Yachts co-founder and former designer Niels Jeppesen, is a big, contemporary new Arcona, one that sees it move away from its cruiser-racer heritage and classic interiors.

The on trend styling inside and out is backed up by a premium level of build and finish quality and sailing performance – particularly if you have the performance sails, traveller and deep (2.95m) keel options the test boat carried, although the latter does limit your berthing and anchoring options.

While I doubt it’ll be raced or will suit typical bluewater use, it offers a purity of performance push-button sailing: a handsome prospect upwind in a light breeze, it transforms into a powerful reaching machine with stacks of control.

As chairman of our jury, Jochen Rieker, puts it: “The boat certainly did not win for her somewhat borrowed looks. She wins by checking all the boxes in all other respects. Slipping along gracefully in the lightest of airs, holding her stride and her balance in more demanding conditions, offering warmth, light and this reassuring feeling of utter quality down below – there simply isn’t anything to fault.”

Contest 50CS

The Contest 50CS, for example, is an archetype luxury cruising yacht, one built to the highest standards and that could take you to most waters in impeccable comfort. This model is, uniquely, available in two versions: this more conventional 50CS with aft master cabin, or the forward owner’s suite version on the aft cockpit Contest 49CS . We ran a full test on the latter after spending two days aboard in the North Sea, where that noticeably high freeboard, which may not aid boarding nor windage, helped keep us dry on deck in a steady Force 6 gusting 7.

As the 50CS proved, this Judel/Vrolijk design keeps slipping along in the light stuff too, providing enjoyable sailing in 6 knots breeze under a code sail. The centre cockpit offers a deep protected guest area, but also links well to the spacious aft deck.

And the Wetzels-Brown-designed interiors of Contests today are stunning and hard to match. The engineering, access to usable stowage, details and finish on the 50CS is first class and to get this level of quality at this size is special.

Both Contest and X-Yachts are early adopters of hybrid power, offering their bluewater cruisers with optional electric drives. For the XC 47 this was designed-in from the start to offer Oceanvolt’s award-winning new 25kW regenerative drive.

The XC 47 is another wonderfully engineered and thought out yacht for distance cruising, in particular for those who also enjoy hands-on helming pleasure. That should come as no surprise to any X aficionados, but what really struck me most about this yacht was the stowage, and the forethought needed to create that, together with how practical it has been made.

That may sound slightly anticlimactic but ask any long-term cruiser and stowage is always a priority. On deck, this constitutes a huge lazarette and sail locker, plus clever systems for launching a dinghy via davits and a liferaft canister, while below decks every square inch of space has been used effectively, with lockers hinged with gas struts.

It’s clear the Danish yard went to considerable time and effort, even building a full mock up of the interior that could be canted 20° each way.

If the deck saloon style looks didn’t sell this model to all – this is the first full non-Jeppesen designed X – the jury were converted once they’d taken the helm. ‘Quirky’ became ‘muscular and bold’. The ease with which it can be sailed from the cockpit was also appreciated.

While I understand many offshore cruisers like a protected centre cockpit and more sun protection, the attention to detail, stowage and practicalities, combined with the direct steering, motion and enjoyable sailing this X offers make it a standout new offering.

Jeanneau Yachts 55

Meanwhile the Jeanneau Yachts 55 stands out for different, unique reasons in this category, offering a completely new concept in comfort on deck while at anchor and a novel accommodation layout. Its focus is on outdoor living space.

What helps place this in a luxury bracket is not simply the price or the creative input of superyacht specialist design duo Philppe Briand and Andrew Winch, rather that its layout creates a palatial amount of private space for the owner’s suite. Guest cabins have their own direct access from the extensive cockpit via gullwing doors.

It certainly makes sense for solo owners or couples using it as a warm water apartment. How many people this will suit is another question, as it segregates any guests, crew or children from the galley and saloon.

I used the term monocat when I first viewed it, as the 55 really does attempt to mix the two worlds, particularly in terms of providing owner privacy and lounging space. Choose the rigid hard top and windshield and there’s a vast amount of covered area including a dinette and chart table – plus a bimini can shade all that extensive aft deck too.

The penalty comes in additional weight and wetted surface, and is felt in the handling and performance, the latter particularly in lighter breeze with the optional in-mast furling, self tacking headsail and shallow draught package we had. However, it’s set up to be easily managed from the mid cockpit with good visibility from the twin helms and easy circulation thanks to the ramped side decks. Full report in YW February 2024.

Best luxury yacht 2023

Best luxury yacht winner – oyster 495.

It is hard to imagine that the decor of a yacht can change its look and feel quite this much, yet the layout of this second 495, Eddie Jordan’s dramatic looking Tuga , is in fact identical to the first boat that I spent several days aboard last summer.

At its heart is a wonderfully (Humphreys) designed and engineered luxury bluewater cruiser conceived from the ground up, built in a new dedicated facility to a repeatable quality very few yards are capable of.

The 495 offers consistent passage making speeds in real voluminous comfort – whether enjoyed from the deep cockpit or the best-in-class aft cabin. Deck stowage and mechanical space is also superb.

Then factor in the family appeal of Oyster’s after sales and world rally programme and you start to appreciate the premium world this sub 50-footer gives access to.

The first yacht fully conceived under CEO Richard Hadida’s reign, this is also the smallest completely new Oyster 495 since 2005 – and it’s a triumph. It was our September 2022 cover star in which we featured the full review from our Oyster 495 three day test .

Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 60

The Oceanis Yacht 60 is a very different beast indeed to the 62 it replaces as flagship for the Beneteau range. The yard has learned plenty from the success of the First 53/OY 54 and wanted to create a 60 in this style and with the same deck layout (albeit larger and wider) and ease of circulation.

The construction experience of the smaller model clearly helped too, as this is a whopping five tonnes lighter than the bulky OY62 and with a deeper (2.6m) keel. The telling result is on the water. It feels sporty to helm and we averaged a knot slower than the single figure 6-8 knot windspeeds upwind and matched them reaching with Code 0 and a slight swell.

The vast cockpit works well, sheltered below the semi rigid bimini, it has plentiful lounging space with sailing systems led aft to the twin helms. The interior sees a 3+3 layout, where Beneteau wanted to get rid of the corridor effect of the OY62. The galley is forward to help open out space, while the forward suite with offset berth and headboard aft works well to give space with privacy.

This is an attractive, voluminous yacht that leaves a good overall impression whether under sail, on or below decks.

Ice 62 Targa

It all looks pretty funky below decks on the Ice 62 Targa too, especially if you’re watching the masthead fore and aft cameras (plus bow and prop cam) on central displays mounted in the saloon while you slip out of the dock! The Ice is a seriously impressive, contemporary yacht, one that in looks, performance and execution, won over many of the judges.

The first to launch is a highly customised project for a passionate sailing owner who covers long distances solo – he’d already sailed it 3,000 miles around the Med that autumn. It’s impressively stiff, sails handsomely and, thanks to a telescopic keel, points well. We matched single figure windspeeds, and clocked up to the high 9s in 12 knots wind.

Umberto Felci’s team spent 4,000 hours on the design, providing lots of space and light to the interior and a chillout zone in the semi raised saloon. This was easily the coolest looking yacht, with its aggressive reverse bow, chamfered gunwales and carbon T-top bimini, and all engineered and built to a high standard.

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A cruise is one of the best ways to see all that this remote Ecuadorian archipelago has to offer.

There's no better way to cover ground on your trip to the Galápagos Islands than to sail on a multiday cruise.

Galápagos National Park regulates the number and type of tourist boats that are allowed to operate in the famously biodiverse area. This helps with overcrowding, conserving the environment, and minimizing stress on the amazing wildlife of the Galápagos. Many tourist boats in the area offer five- to seven-day all-inclusive itineraries that are strictly monitored by the national park officials. There are also cruises operating illegally, so you have to take care when choosing a tour.

To help you find a cruise fit for your wildest dreams, we've rounded up 14 of the best options, whether you prefer a small ship or bigger vessel, an action-packed itinerary or a casual drift around this remote archipelago in the Pacific.

Small Galápagos Cruises

Most of the cruise ships in the Galápagos Islands carry fewer than 20 passengers. These vessels, typically motor yachts, can't provide some of the luxurious amenities available on larger ships, but they do ensure personalized service, a more intimate experience, and quicker trips on and off the boat.

Quasar Grace

The 18-passenger Grace was once owned by Grace Kelly. She and Prince Rainier spent part of their honeymoon on the motor yacht, and now you can sleep in their bedroom, the Grace Kelly Suite, which is one of nine rooms aboard. The ship sails three routes, taking eight to 15 days, and guests get plenty of snorkeling, hiking, kayaking, and panga rides along the way.

Ecoventura Letty

The Letty is one of the best full-service motor yachts in the Galápagos for value. This 20-passenger boat is a solid option with great service and comfortable accommodations. A trip on the Letty promises a 10 guest-per-guide ratio, as well as dinner with the captain. You get a choice between two seven-day itineraries, each including opportunities to snorkel, hike, and learn about the local wildlife from knowledgeable guides.

Ecoventura Origin

The 20-passenger Origin is like a floating boutique hotel. All 10 cabins are on the same deck, there’s an open-bar policy, and Wi-Fi is available on board. A unique hull design means this ship is also one of the most fuel-efficient in the Galápagos. Like the Letty , Ecoventura's Origin sails two routes around the archipelago, each lasting eight days and providing plenty of chances to get up close to nature.

Medium Galápagos Ships

If you're stuck between whether to book your cruise on a small ship or a large vessel — both have their advantages — one of these medium-sized boats accommodating 20 to 50 passengers could be the best of both worlds. You'll enjoy more space, a larger group to mingle with, and sometimes a wider variety of activities and services to accommodate more people.

Quasar Evolution

The 32-passenger Evolution was designed by Adriana Hoyos, a furniture and interior designer renowned for her work on luxury hotels across the Americas. Its cabins have a contemporary boutique-hotel aesthetic. There are indoor and outdoor lounges, a bar, and a library. Passengers can choose between three itineraries, ranging from eight to 15 days and taking different routes around the Galápagos.

Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic Islander II

All cabins on the 48-passenger National Geographic Islander II have windows, and some even have private patios. The ship offers deck hammocks, Wi-Fi, and food made with ingredients sourced from farms in the Galápagos whenever possible. Itineraries range from seven to 12 days and include cultural experiences in addition to wildlife viewing and water sports.

Large Galápagos Ships

Galápagos National Park officials have set a maximum of 100 passengers per vessel, so these are some of the largest ships in the archipelago. Travelers may opt for a larger-capacity cruise ship for more space (such as bigger hallways and staircases for easier movement around the ship) and increased services like an onboard doctor. The downside of traveling on a large ship is the time it can take to complete transfers by zodiac from the boat to the islands. Also, some areas of the Galápagos may be off limits to larger ships.

Lindblad Expeditions National Geographic Endeavour II

The 96-passenger National Geographic Endeavour II has Wi-Fi, a doctor, SUP gear, a clear-bottom zodiac, a free digital photo kiosk with iMacs, and a spa. Like the Islander II, food brought from the mainland is carefully prepared and packaged to prevent the introduction of invasive species to the Galápagos Islands.

Celebrity Flora

The 100-passenger Celebrity Flora features all of the design elements, amenities, and services of its sibling ships and then some. It has two 1,288-square-foot penthouse suites (the largest in the Galápagos), naturalist-guided stargazing sessions, and outdoor cabanas that you can reserve for a unique glamping experience.

Silversea Silver Origin

The 100-passenger Silver Origin is an all-suite ship with accommodations up to 1,722 square feet, some with in-room espresso machines and mini-bars, private verandas, and butler service. Tips are included in the price. The ship also has a fitness center, a spa, a communal fire pit, and two restaurants. There are more than 100 cruise options, some lasting as long as 18 days.

Galápagos Catamarans

These small boats have a unique hull design, like the dual parallel runners of a sled, that many believe makes catamarans more stable in the water.

Celebrity Xploration

The 16-passenger Celebrity Xploration is arguably the most luxurious catamaran in the Galápagos. Its eight suites and junior suites feature extras like binoculars, personal refrigerators, a pillow menu, and room service. The catamaran cruises two routes, a northern route and a southern route, both lasting seven nights.

Anahi Yacht Catamaran

The Anahi has eight rooms accommodating up to 16 passengers, including two spacious suites. Travelers can expect traditional yacht design details, like polished wooden floors and portrait windows. There are multiple itineraries to choose from, each stopping off at different islands and exploring different parts of the Galápagos. The cruises range in duration from four to 15 days.

Royal Galapagos Cormorant II

The Cormorant II can carry 16 passengers in nine cabins, all with private balconies. Some of the suites even come with walk-in closets and their own Jacuzzi tubs. Travelers can opt for a four- to eight-day cruise with inclusive excursions such as snorkeling, kayaking, and glass-bottom boat tours.

Live-aboard Dive Boats

If you’re a certified scuba diver, a live-aboard dive boat might be for you. These boats are built to accommodate the specific needs (and gear) of divers, and they navigate special routes and itineraries that include top dive sites. The Galápagos is home to whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, spotted eagle rays, manta rays, sunfish, and many other marine creatures.

Explorer Ventures Humboldt Explorer and Tiburon Explorer

Explorer Ventures ' two live-aboard vessels, the Humboldt Explorer and Tiburon Explorer , accommodate 16 passengers each. The Humboldt has a large dive deck, which makes it easier to get into and out of your dive gear. The eight-day excursion includes up to 19 dives and the 11-day excursion includes up to 28.

Galápagos Nortada

The 84-foot Nortada has only four cabins and can sleep eight guests. Passengers can congregate on the bridge, the galley, or in the dining room and lounge. Dive trips last either seven or 14 nights, and itineraries include up to four dives a day.

Galápagos Aggressor III

The Aggressor ships have been cruising around the Galápagos Islands since 1993. The Galápagos Aggressor III accommodates 16 passengers. Charters last a week and include four dives a day plus two land excursions.

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Throughout THIS IS IT’s interior, skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows minimise the boundaries between the yacht and the ocean, fostering a greater connection with the natural world while ensuring breathtaking views. A very special vertical garden spans two decks.

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