Still in its infancy a few years ago, power catamaran charter is now on the windward side... Indeed, the largest shipyards have understood the usefulness of offering boats that are comfortable yet easy to use, easy to maneuver and maintain. These new models, which are revolutionizing the nautical world, can appeal to both newcomers to the field of navigation and experienced skippers who are tired or fed up with managing a sailboat on their own.
Renting a power catamaran: what are the advantages?
Reassuring and practical
The maneuverability of a power catamaran is safer and requires less effort. Also, its shallow draft allows you to approach the shore in a close-hauled position without any risk, thus facilitating access to the water for passengers.
Comfortable
With the mast and all other aerial components removed, the space on board a power catamaran charter is entirely dedicated to the well-being, comfort and relaxation of the crew. The helm station is limited to a steering wheel and a throttle. The deck is no longer a simple trampoline but a real area equipped with tables, seats and sunbathing areas. Lazing around is therefore the order of the day on board a power catamaran charter, as the platforms between the hulls extend from the bow to the transom plates.
Stable
As well as saving on the costs generated by boat maintenance (wear and tear on the sails), the absence of the mast reduces the weight and therefore the struts. This means that the power catamaran does not pitch over when sailing or roll at anchor, an essential point for passengers who suffer from seasickness!
High-performance but economical
Usually equipped with two engines at the rear, the power catamaran is fast and consumes much less than a conventional motorboat. It should be noted that the hulls of a power catamaran differ from those of a sailing catamaran, the designs are not the same: the hulls of a power catamaran must be more voluminous at the rear in order to support the power of the engines.
A source of independence and freedom
On board a power catamaran charter, you will experience exceptional freedom of navigation, in total independence. Indeed, you will no longer be forced to submit to the sea weather to take to the open sea since it is now possible to navigate in areas with no wind on board a power catamaran charter.
Overview of the new power catamarans
The smallest power catamaran is the Aventura 10, the only one less than 10 meters long. Equipped with 2 110 hp engines, its top speed is 20 knots and its cruising speed is 14 knots. Designed by the Sunreef Yachts shipyard, the Sunreef Power 80 is a top-of-the-range 24-meter power catamaran. The Catana shipyard offers exceptional volume on board its 43-foot Bali 4.3 MY power catamaran. After the MY 37 and the MY 44, Fountaine Pajot adds the MY 40 to its range of luxury power yachts. After the Leopard 43 Powercat, the Leopard Catamarans shipyard of Robertson & Caine, the world leader in power catamarans, is moving upmarket with the Leopard 53 Powercat. In terms of innovation and sustainable navigation, the Silent Yachts 55 with solar electric power is by far the most environmentally friendly power catamaran, with 30 solar panels installed on board.
What if sailing on board a power catamaran charter could be summed up as: less stress and less effort for maximum pleasure and serenity?!
Small, medium or large, more or less luxurious/high-performance/autonomous, with or without a professional crew (captain, sailors, steward(s)/hostess(es) and cook), on a power catamaran cruise on the Mediterranean Sea or to more exotic destinations such as a catamaran cruise in the Caribbean, you will easily find a power catamaran charter with FILOVENT that will perfectly suit your needs and your cruise plans.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 11 657 |
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| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Chef (meals not included), Sailor, Engineer, Mechanic, Masseuse |
| Average price per week | $11,428 |
| Minimum weekly price | $615 |
| Maximum price per week | $691,185 |