2019 has been a great year for life on the sea, and there have been a number of exceptional launches for luxury catamarans available for charter. While this type of vessel has always been popular for holidays in the Mediterranean and Caribbean due to its shallow draft for close beach access, it is seeing a resurgence as modern technology makes these vessels more efficient and stable than ever.
Luxury charters aboard crewed catamarans
Sailing catamarans have always harnessed the power of the winds for more environmentally friendly travel between destinations, while more and more motor yachts are taking on these benefits using solar technology or hybrid engines. Sailing yachts are also taking on more benefits, particularly when it comes to having a Jacuzzi on board and an extensive supply of water toys.
Accommodation tends to be more spacious and placed higher above the waterline, providing greater views and natural light when guests want to rest in privacy in comfortable surroundings.
Amazing luxury vacations with crewed catamarans – Photo © Stuart Pearce
Furthermore, the small, expert crew ensure that you receive stellar service whether your charter is for a special occasion or a family break, and the children are well looked after while the adults enjoy some well-earned rest.
Take a look at the 21 newest luxury catamarans ready for charter in 2020 and get some inspiration for your own holiday in the sunshine, whatever your group size, interests or budget.
The Beast – 39.2m/128.7ft
Locations: Fiji, French Polynesia, New Caledonia, New Zealand, South-East Asia, South Pacific
The Beast charter catamaran yacht
Luxury catamaran THE BEAST from New Zealand-based ProFab Engineering is a sizeable 39.2m/128.7ft with a draft of only 2.5m/8.2ft, making her ideal for cruising in shallow waters in French Polynesia and the sub-tropical north of New Zealand. At the time of her launch she was the most ambitious new build project in the South Pacific and offers impressive modern surroundings fitted with all the latest technology for entertainment, comfort and navigation.
Three exterior dining options onboard
The accommodation provides for up to 12 guests across five similar-sized en-suite cabins, which include three VIP staterooms on the main deck. An extensive collection of water toys, including kayaks, paddleboards and Scuba diving equipment ensures that guests have plenty of options for exploring the destination, and once back on board, there is a Teppanyaki bar on the flybridge for a mouth-watering meal before resting in the sunshine.
A custom-built 13m/42.6ft sport fishing vessel is included on deck and an amphibious tender for quick and safe access to the best beaches.
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Genny – 23.9m/78.4ft
Locations: Greece, Eastern Mediterranean
Sunreef 80 catamaran yacht – sistership to GENNY
Elegant and contemporary, GENNY is a desirable choice for up to 10 guests in five large en-suite staterooms to savour a week-long cruise in pristine modern surroundings. Ice white wall panels and furnishings are complemented by accents in navy blue.
The collection of water toys takes into consideration a wide variety of interests, experience and fitness levels for quality time with family and friends followed by a memorable meal in the sophisticated monochrome surroundings.
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Above – 23.9m/78.4ft
Locations: Caribbean / Mediterranean – Naples, Sicily, French Riviera, Corsica, Sardinia, Spain, Balearic Islands
Sunreef 80 sailing catamaran yacht – sistership to ABOVE
Sunreef Yachts is one of the most established names among the catamaran builders and they have put their decades of expertise into producing the beautiful luxury catamaran ABOVE, offering a sundeck Jacuzzi where guests can relax with an afternoon cocktail while cruising past the picturesque Corsican beaches at a steady 8 knots.
The elegant monochrome interiors are ready for hosting a dockside event, with the salon offering 360-degree views, a wet bar, a dining area and a comfortable lounge for catching up with the latest sports or blockbusters.
The accommodation is equally well proportioned, sleeping eight guests over four en-suite cabins.
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Otoctone 80 – 23.8m/78.1ft
Locations: Naples, Sicily, French Riviera, Corsica, Sardinia
80 Sunreef Power yacht sistership to OTOCTONE
OTOCTONE 80 from Sunreef Yachts won the Power Driven Catamarans category at the World Yachts Trophies 2019 and provides fuel-efficient travel while guests indulge in a three-course meal in the stately lounge or soak up the sunshine at one of the numerous sunbeds on board.
Sleeping up to eight guests over four en-suite cabins, there is a perfect balance between the number of guests and the on board space, which comes to 360m2/3875ft2 thanks to her broad beam of 11.9m/39ft. The sun-exposed foredeck is one such area on board, where two sofa/sunbeds with drinks tables are placed beneath the helm station and a broad row of sunbeds is placed across the bow.
M/Y OTOCTONE 80 comes with an unusual collection of modern water toys, and among the collection there is an electric foil and a wing foil as well as a giant paddleboard and an underwater drone.
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Sea Story – 23.6m/77.5ft
Locations: Spain, Balearic Islands
SEA STORY motor yacht
Cruise to all the best snorkelling and Scuba diving sites among the Balearic Islands aboard luxury catamaran SEA STORY and benefit from her impressive engine package capable of a maximum speed of 20 knots. The bright and welcoming interiors give guests a place to unwind out of the midday heat and indulge in refreshments from the indoor bar. On quiet nights or long journeys, there is a massive selection of TV entertainment with Netflix available and over 3,000 TV channels.
Having fun on board
Alternatively, those who revel in the Mediterranean warmth will delight in the sundeck, which also has its own bar, an alfresco dining setting and a comfortable alfresco lounge for use day or night.
A Pullman berth allows for up to nine guests on board overnight in the four beautifully-appointed cabins, and she is well-prepared or hosting dockside events in such historic destinations as Palma, Cituadella de Menorca or Mahon.
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Adriatic Dragon – 23.3m/76.5ft
Locations: Croatia, Eastern Mediterranean
Adriatic Dragon catamaran
Cruise at your own pace along the stunning shores of Istria and the Dalmatian Coast, where there are myriad sheltered bays and wreck dives to see with the on board selection of water toys. At a shallow draft of only 1.9m/6.1ft, your group will be able to get close to the shores than most other luxury yachts.
Saloon and dining area
The professional crew of three will ensure that every whim is taken care of, and the expert chef will tempt you with everyday mouth-watering creations and impressive feats for special occasions. Dine in the beach-club vibe of the salon or take in the fresh air on the main deck aft, foredeck or flybridge, the two former locations having sunbed options to nap as you digest your satisfying meal.
There are four en-suite cabins for up to eight guests, and the Master suite comes with its own fold-down terrace for savouring the views in privacy.
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Aloia – 20.5m/67.2ft
Location: East Med, Greece
Luxury catamaran ALOIA
The desirable sailing yacht ALOIA is a choice vessel for the French Riviera, providing shaded and sun-exposed outdoor spaces and a sumptuous lounge for gathering everyone together to begin each exciting day.
Lifestyle – Jacuzzi
Guests can rest weary feet and tired muscles in the sundeck Jacuzzi, then catch the last of the day’s rays with a rest on the forward trampolines or the sunpads on the flybridge aft. The shallow draft of 1.7m/5.7ft is excellent for navigating shallow waterways, taking guests on board closer to some of the best nature reserves in the region.
The accommodation sleeps up to eight guests over four en-suite cabins, including one spacious Master suite and three double cabins. Attention to detail has produced remarkable interiors, which offer the utmost comfort and a layout that makes the most of every nook.
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Christal Mio – 20.4m/67ft
Locations: Greece, Eastern Mediterranean
Sistership to Christal Mio
Motor yacht CHRISTAL MIO is available in the Eastern Mediterranean and boasts a top speed of 20 knots for fast travel between islands. Cruise through the Aegean Sea to the breezy Saronic Islands or the tranquil Ionian Islands to the west, or fill your evenings with the bustling nightlife to be found on Santorini and Mykonos.
Sistership – aft deck
Snorkel through crystal clear waters and catch your lunch with the fishing gear available on board. When you want to unwind under starry night skies, dip into the foredeck Jacuzzi or make use of the abundant sunpads to view the heavens unpolluted by any city lights.
The accommodation sleeps a maximum of 10 guests across five en-suite cabins, with large windows and a sofa for private lounging in the Master suite.
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Serenissima – 20.4m/67ft
Locations: Greece, East Med
Alegria 67 yacht-sistership
Beautiful SERENISSIMA strikes the perfect balance between elegance and playfulness using muted coral orange and deep blue accents to her mostly neutral and light colour palette.
There are alfresco dining areas and lounges to be found in three places on board, the main deck aft being the largest and fitted with a barbeque grill along the stern.
Accommodation of a sistership
Sleeping 10 guests over 5 en-suite cabins, SERENISSIMA is great for extended family holidays or celebrating special occasions, with a professional crew of three for discreet first-class service.
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Black Cat – 20.3m/66.8ft
Locations: Greece, US Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands
Back Cat sistership
Luxury sloop BLACK CAT cruises the Eastern Mediterranean and the Caribbean with a great selection of water toys stored on board, including a drone for crew use in recording memorable videos as you tear through the waves on the water skis or wakeboard.
There is room for nine guests on board over four en-suite cabins, one with a Pullman berth, and the generous uncluttered on board spaces mean that she is a great choice for quayside events.
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Just Marie – 19.5m/64ft
Locations: Greece, East Med
Just Marie catamaran
Light earthy tones comprise the interiors for Lagoon M/Y JUST MARIE, which feels like a home on the water for up to six guests on three en-suite cabins. The collection of water toys leans towards laid-back exploration, with paddleboards, kayaks and snorkelling equipment on board, in addition to a windsurfer and wakeboards.
Accommodation
Spend as much time outside as possible, dining alfresco in the sheltered main deck cockpit, sunbathing on the sunbeds or exercising on the net trampolines – a popular addition for groups with young children.
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Phantom – 18.9m/62ft
Locations: Greece, East Med
Catamaran yacht PHANTOM
Another Lagoon sailing yacht, PHANTOM cruises along at 10 knots and treats up to 10 guests accommodated over five en-suite cabins to bright, multi-functional interiors, comfortable outdoor lounges and dining areas from which to watch the passing scenery, and an expert crew of three to keep glasses filled and the children entertained throughout the charter.
Accommodation on Phantom
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Gyrfalcon – 18.3m/60ft
Locations: Caribbean, Bahamas / East Med, Croatia, Greece
Catamaran yacht GYRFALCON
Those that enjoy watersports and the outdoors lifestyle will be pleased with their choice of luxury catamaran GYRFALCON, which comes with the novel H2 Aquajet dive. There is a focus on snorkelling and Scuba diving, taking groups of three down to witness the fragile hidden beauty the region has to offer.
The interiors are decorated in graphite tones with a pop of cool powder blue to accent the white furnishings, and the accommodation sleeps up to 10 guests in five immaculate queen-sized en-suite cabins.
Outside, the foredeck and main deck aft are designed for lounging and dining in comfort with a bar and grill to the aft, and above an area of the flybridge has been left clear for outdoor exercise such as yoga in the fresh air.
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License to Chill – 16.8m/55.1ft
Locations: Greece, Eastern Mediterranean
License to Chill
Pale contemporary interiors form a light and cool environment that will become the hub for gatherings on board, while the numerous sunbeds and outdoor seating allows the group to spread out for close conversation or to spend time on hobbies.
For getting close to the best Greek beaches, S/Y LICENSE TO CHILL has a shallow draft of only 1.5m/4.10ft. The accommodation provides for up to 10 guests over five beautiful and airy cabins, and the expert crew of two will provide stellar service while ensuring that guests feel as though they have the Mediterranean playground all to themselves.
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Babalu – 16.8m/55.1ft
Locations: Greece
Sailing yacht BABALU
This yacht with a playful name is ideal for young charter guests as well as adults, and the on board entertainment includes a selection of board games as well as water toys suited to all ages.
The effortlessly elegant surroundings use light natural tones with a zest of yellow, which carries through to the alfresco living areas. There are numerous options for shade or sunshine at the main deck aft cockpit, the foredeck or the flybridge, ensuring that everywhere on board can be used whatever the weather may bring.
saloon
Overnight, up to 10 guests can stay on board in five en-suite cabins, all of which have large windows for excellent views as you drift off to sleep in your downy beds.
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Valium 52 – 15.9m/52ft
Locations: Greece, East Med
Catamaran yacht VALIUM 52
Groups looking for a more classic yacht charter experience yet with all the benefits of modern technology will fall in love with sailing yacht VALIUM 52. Despite her small size, she has a surprising amount of space on board and can accommodate up to 12 guests over six en-suite cabins.
Spend your days exploring the coast in-depth, encountering the landmarks and history that make this region so unique. When you return back on board, a sumptuous three-course meal will be awaiting you along with a choice selection of spirits for a refreshing cocktail at sunset.
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Nomad – 15.8m/51.10ft
Locations: Greece, East Med
Lagoon 52 catamaran yacht NOMAD
A touch of Asian-inspired decor can be found aboard S/Y NOMAD, where the simple and clean lines complement life on the sea. Guests who need to continue work while away from the office have a laptop and printer at their disposal, however the sensational meals and outdoor lifestyle are enough to tempt most away to make unforgettable memories with family and friends.
The foredeck is ideal for yoga outdoors or just resting and watching the hours pass by, and the enclosed flybridge ensures that the area can be used in all weather conditions while still providing sweeping views of the surroundings.
The accommodation sleeps 12 guests across six opulent en-suite cabins, each with their own colour scheme.
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Pi 2 – 15m/49.3ft
Locations: Greece, East Med
PI 2 catamaran
Space and light are important factors aboard luxury yacht PI 2, which has skylights in the salon and large windows in the five en-suite cabins for all 10 guests to enjoy. A fully-equipped galley, TV entertainment, air conditioning and plush sofas will tempt guests indoors after a busy day exploring the region, however, the marvellous sunsets and starry night skies will have you outdoors again in no time.
Bimini shades are available for all-day use on the foredeck and the flybridge is exposed to the elements for those who want to embrace nature at its finest.
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To find out more about any of the above luxury catamarans available for charter queries about specific dates, amenities or how we can cater to dietary requirements while on your luxury yacht charter, please contact CharterWorld.
