sailing yacht aura

2023 Lagoon SIXTY5

Why we love.

Available for charter in the British Virgin Islands, we provide luxury accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 spacious VIP cabins (1 King, 3 Queens). We are the only model with a custom enlarged Master cabin King bed, and double size shower for your comfort. Featuring spacious cabins, dining areas both in the cockpit and enormous flybridge, boasting 2 bars, numerous sunning spots (or shade!) and dual helm stations, this really is a masterpiece yacht. Onboard you will experience the luxury service of full board and an open bar.

Three experienced crew members will cater to your every whim, both onboard and on the water! We will set sail and discover perfect bays, secret coves, swim with turtles, and explore the islands that have inspired stories of pirates and treasure for centuries.

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Yacht Information

Aura has a large upstairs shaded fly-bridge which provides added space and a great breeze with 360° views while sailing or chilling at anchor. The light wood interior with dark floors along with all vertical saloon windows gives the feeling of actually being outside.

Having just been launched in 2023, Aura has the newest top-of-the-line amenities.

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The Details

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Aura boasts slender hulls with an eye-catching silhouette ranging from the spacious flybridge over the aft and forward deck. Inside, the stylish saloon scores with panoramic 360-degree round views and plenty of natural light delivering a modern and welcoming interior.

Made for both relaxation and adventure, there will be no shortage of activities on offer; snorkeling, diving, sailing, tubing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, hiking, sea-bobs and wakeboarding, this winning combination of crew and yacht will help provide the vacation of a lifetime for your group.

SCUBA INCLUDED

Aura commonly departs from Nanny Cay, British Virgin Islands. Please inquire for alternative pick-up locations.

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Rate Information

Rates are All Inclusive / 7 Nights 7 Night Minimum

CHRISTMAS / NEW YEARS : 1-8 guests $70,000.00 – 7 night minimum. Christmas charters must end no later than the 26th December. New Years week charters cannot begin earlier than 27th December

PRICE INCLUDES: Professional Captain and Chef, Engineer/Mate and Stewardess All Onboard Meals and Snacks – Breakfast, Lunch, App, Dinner, Dessert Beverages – Water, Juices, Sodas, Coffee, Beer, Wine, and a Fully Stocked Bar Water Sport activities StarLink Internet Access Air Conditioning SCUBA Cruising permit, fishing permits, taxes, park fees, and BVI customs fees Diesel/Fuel for yacht and dinghy

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
 Airport Transfers Off-Board Meals
Premium Beverages / Wines Crew gratuity; 15-20% of the charter cost is customary

Christmas: 7 Night Minimum Christmas: Charter must end by 12/26 Flat Rate $70,000 / 7 Nights for 2022

New Years: 7 Night Minimum New Years: May not begin prior to 12/27 Flat Rate: $70,000 / 7 Nights for 2022

This yacht sleeps 8 guests in 3 deluxe Queen cabins and one Master King Stateroom. Plenty of headroom paired with ample hatches create an airy feel throughout. This Lagoon Sixty 5 has its galley up where guests will be spoiled by her fantastic chef.

Meet Your Crew

Captain - Dive Instructor

Jos and Julia hail from England and have been traveling together for over 11 years. After meeting whilst teaching watersports in Greece, they subsequently ran luxury ski chalets and villas in Europe before transitioning to yachting. They have been chartering in the Caribbean together for over 8 years.

DOMINIC HORL

Dominic, born and raised in the German ore Mountains, has always been close to nature and the elements. After a long career in Michelin star restaurants as a Chef all over Europe, adventure was calling and in 2018 he started working as a Chef on charter boats in the US and British Virgin Islands.

Also holding a sommelier degree, he skillfully pairs dishes with fine wine to enhance your dining experience. Dominic`s passion for creativity shines through in his melding of global flavors and techniques to craft dishes that surprise and impress both the palate and the eye.

JULIA TAYLOR

Julia enjoys looking after the guests onboard and ensuring they are happy, having fun and never with an empty glass in hand! Originally from an education background, she especially enjoys families and kids onboard.

For active guests, she will happily take those looking for an adventure hiking on the trails around the BVI. Both love what they do and are committed to creating vacations you will remember for a lifetime.

Chef’s Menu

~Soufflé Pancakes, marinated berries, pecan brittle and nutmeg – miso caramel

~Caribbean Benedict – butter poached lobster, tamarind hollandaise, poached egg, wilted chard, mango raisin chutney on cassava crumpet.

~PBJ French Toast – brioche french toast filled with pecan butter and raspberry jam, caramelized pecans, whipped ricotta, candied orange skin and maple syrup.

~Caccio e peppe Rösti, tomato marmalade, artisanal brekkie sausages, easy over eggs and pesto

~Buffet of different homemade granolas, Bircher muesli, Caribbean fruit salad and yogurt

~Smoked salmon and gravlax spread, whipped cream cheese with chives and radishes, pickled shallots, capers and a variety of bagels.

~Huevos Rancheros with coffee beans, roasted red pepper chutney, cotija cheese and crispy tortillas.

~Coconut passion fruit Ceviche with local Mutton Snapper, Iced onions and boat made tostadas.

~Salad Niçoise with Swordfish, Onsen egg, la ratte potatoes and freshly baked olive focaccia.

~Shaved fennel salad with saffron, orange and taciasca olives, served with shrimp toast and ginger pickled carrots.

~Vietnamese BBQ spread with different grilled meat and fish skewers, dips, vinaigrettes and salads.

~Stracciatella with red endive, roasted beets, fig vinaigrette, walnuts, seared scallops and parma ham chips.

~Build your own taco buffet with caramelized pork belly, grilled Mahi, salsas, green mango slaw, local hot sauces and tortillas.

~Bao buns with confit duck legs, crispy duck skin, pickled carrots, ginger and sesame emulsion.

~Thai pomelo salad with cilantro, shrimp and roasted peanuts.

~Vitello Tonnato with capers, salsa verde and focaccia chips.

~Strawberry Gazpacho with labneh, falafel and basil.

~Tuna Tataki, Ponzu vinaigrette and Japanese cucumber salad with shiso.

~Charcuterie board with the best cheeses and cold cuts Europe has to offer with homemade chutneys and pickles.

~Halibut supreme with Scallop Mousseline, green bean cassoulet with tomato confit, pineapple and sauerkraut Velouté.

~German “Zwiebelrostbraten” Beef tenderloin, onion marmalade, crunchy shallots, sauce périgourdine, pomme fondant and green asparagus and black garlic aioli.

~Seared local grouper, mussel – saffron sabayon, braised leek, fennel marmalade and barley risotto with guanciale.

~Sakura Pork loin “Saltimbocca” stuffed with shrimp, creamy buttermilk polenta, radicchio, haricot verde and truffled celery salad.

~Anegada lobster poached in a curry butter, sweetpotato mousseline, fava beans, Yuzu beurre blanc and papadums with cumin.

~Seared duck breast with butternut squash hasselback, parmesan crème, braised shallots and duck jus with raspberry vinegar.

~Lamb shanks braised with oriental spices and dried fruits, goat yogurt with mint, honey braised carrots and tabouleh salad with pomegranate seeds.

~Boat made Agnolotti, filled with goats cheese and nigella seeds, smoked tomato butter, roasted corn, Szechuan chili oil and marinated watercress.

~Guanaja chocolate mousse, mango-passionfruit salad and brownie crumble.

~“Banana snickers” Banana-peanut ice cream with miso caramel, milk chocolate mousse and peanut brittle and caramelized bananas.

~Apricot frangipane tarte with thyme, tonka bean ice cream and crème chantilly.

~Chocolate ganache tarte with ginger, hazelnuts and a cherry sorbet with honey and sesame.

~Macerated strawberries, caramelized white chocolate mousse, toasted sesame ice cream and shortbread crumble.

~Matcha tea ganache, kiwi marinated in ginger-vanilla syrup, yogurt sorbet and crunchy filo dough.

~Mascarpone-coffee mousse, berries marinated with extra virgin olive oil and rosemary, salted caramel ice cream and honey tuile.

Active-minded guests onboard Aura will enjoy the water toys on board such as the fast tender, water-skis, wakeboard, seabob, tube, as well as the SUP and kayak exploring secluded and remote bays by paddles. Captain Jos is also a certified dive master who will be glad to organize scuba diving for guests on-board.

• Sound System
• Deck Shower
• Swim Platform
• Flybridge Dining
• Stream2Sea Bath Products
• Reef Safe Sunscreen
• Floating Mat

Scuba Diving

Active-minded guests onboard Aura will enjoy the water toys on board such as the fast tender, water-skis, wakeboard, seabob, floating mat, as well as the SUP and kayak exploring secluded and remote bays by paddles. Captain Jos is also a certified dive master who will be glad to organize scuba diving for guests on-board.

” Best vacation EVER!!! 10 STARS!! Truly, this vacation has topped all of our adventures - and we will be back! I have been to the BVI twice before on a self-crewed yacht, and while the adventure was fun, it paled in comparison to this crewed yacht with Jos, Julia, and Kim. This is the most professional, most experienced crew that anyone could want for a vacation, and it was worth every penny. Aura Guest

” Julia, Kim and Jos, You three are the boss, You sailed us, fed us, kept us in drink, Without you, we'd all be lost! Seriously - you are wonderful humans to be around. You each made this time so special in every way. Thank you for the gift of relaxation. Anna

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2014   Lagoon    57ft  /  17.4m

AURA Yacht Charter

AURA is actively available for charter.

The luxury sailing yacht AURA was built by Lagoon and delivered to her owner in 2014, she later underwent a refit in 2023.

Charter guest accommodation

AURA has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 10 charter guests in 5 suites.

The guest cabins comprise a primary suite with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, a VIP suite with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities, 2 cabins with a double bed and en-suite bathroom facilities and a cabin with a twin bed and en-suite bathroom facilities.

Your luxury charter crew

Your luxury charter on board sailing yacht AURA will be managed by the crew of 3 including the captain.

The crew will ensure you have a relaxed and enjoyable charter experience with all of your needs catered for while on board.

The 3 crew have their own separate crew quarters allowing guests to enjoy increased levels of privacy.

Amenities & Entertainment

Amenities on board for the charter guests include Air Conditioning, Light fishing gear, Ice maker, Indoor audio system, Outdoor audio system, Sun pads, TV saloon, Water maker and Wi-Fi.

An extensive list of further amenities and water toys can be seen under the features and amenities section.

Yacht charter destinations

AURA is Currently cruising in the East Mediterranean.

Sample itineraries for the cruising destinations can be supplied by your professional charter broker allowing you to plan your luxury yacht charter vacation in detail.

• Air Conditioning
• Light fishing gear
• Indoor audio system
• Outdoor audio system
• Water maker
• Paddleboards
• Sea Scooter
• Tube - towable
• Water skis - adult
• Snorkeling Gear

Shehu Aleksander

Cpt Alex is an esteemed captain who embodies a lifelong passion for sailing and yachting. His journey began in 1989, and since then, he has remained devoted to the art of sailing. With a rich history of experience, Aleksander brings not only expertise but also a deep love for the open sea. An active champion of open sea sailing, Aleksander's personal and professional life revolves around the waves. With a strong background as a manager and service provider in various restaurants, his attention to detail and hospitality skills are second nature. Beyond sailing, Aleksander is a culinary aficionado with proficiency in Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine. His extensive skill set includes STCW License, VHF License, Sailing and Power Boat Instruction, and Professional Master of Yacht for both sail and power vessels. With multilingual proficiency and a range of mechanical, electronic, and other technical skills, Aleksander is a captain who not only leads but ensures an unforgettable voyage.

OLARU AFRODITI

Afroditi is a skilled deck hand and hostess ready to make your every experience truly exceptional. With a commitment to learning and growing, Afroditi embarked on her journey in the sailing and charter industry, driven by a desire for enriching experiences. Organized and responsible, she thrives in ensuring smooth sailing on board. Her adaptability shines through her diverse roles, from base service to charter organizing tasks and eventually as an adept crew member. Afroditi's vibrant spirit finds joy in meeting new people and embracing diverse cultures. Currently pursuing a degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, her dedication to learning is unwavering. With a VHF license, offshore skipper license, and multilingual proficiency, including Greek, English, and Romanian, Afroditi guarantees an enjoyable and secure voyage enriched by her exceptional skills and warm personality.

GKIOULMPAMPA ANASTASIA

Anastasia is an exceptional chef with a zest for culinary excellence on crewed chartered catamarans. Hailing from Greece, Anastasia brings a rich blend of skills and experiences to the galley. Her journey started with a background in Social Work, instilling in her a deep understanding of people's needs and fostering her communication prowess. Her culinary voyage began with waitressing and barista roles, honing her adaptability and sociability. Transitioning to yacht hospitality, Anastasia's talent blossomed as a freelance hostess-cook, collaborating with prestigious names like Dream Yacht Charter. Her linguistic abilities, including English fluency, ensure seamless communication with diverse guests. Anastasia's dedication extends beyond the kitchen – she holds sailing credentials and first aid expertise, prioritizing safety alongside her gourmet creations. With her warm personality, strong work ethic, and gastronomic finesse, Anastasia promises an unforgettable culinary voyage for every chartered journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much to charter aura.

AURA has a weekly charter price starting at €16,730 and an estimated daily charter price of €2,790.

How many guests on board AURA?

AURA can accommodate 10 sleeping guests on board in 5 cabins.

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Sailing Yacht Aura: The Epitome of Luxury with Our Crewed Yacht Vacation Experience

As the season came to a close, we had the pleasure of visiting Sailing Vessel Aura, a 65-foot Lagoon Sixty 5 known for its luxury and comfort. The friendly crew, Jos and Julia, welcomed us with freshly baked muffins. Aura proved to be a haven of comfort, promising a memorable sailing adventure.

Meet Captain Jos & Mate/Hostess Julia: Your Charismatic Seafaring Duo

Jos and Julia, originally from England, have spent over a decade exploring the world together. They began their journey teaching watersports in Greece, igniting their passion for travel. Over the years, they’ve managed luxury ski chalets and villas in Europe before venturing into yachting. For the past seven years, they’ve been hosting charter guests in the Caribbean, offering a taste of the seafaring life.

Captain Jos: Your Seascape Maestro Jos holds a Commercial Yachtmaster qualification from the Royal Yachting Association, ensuring your safety and enjoyment aboard AURA. He’s also a certified Divemaster, ready to reveal the underwater wonders to certified divers.

Julia: Culinary Artistry and Holistic Bliss Julia, with culinary training from the Ashburton Cookery School in England, promises a delightful culinary experience. She’s also a certified holistic massage therapist, providing onboard pampering. Her teaching background and talent for connecting with people make her adept at creating memorable moments.

Both Jos and Julia are passionate about their work, committed to crafting unforgettable vacations. They are joined by a third crew member for an even more exceptional experience aboard AURA.

Luxurious Accommodations:

Aura boasts four spacious VIP cabins, including one King and three Queen-sized berths. The oversized premier cabin features a King bed and a double-size shower for maximum comfort. Each cabin is fully air-conditioned, creating a cozy atmosphere for relaxation.

Breathtaking Spaces:

Aura offers dining options in the spacious cockpit and the expansive flybridge, complete with two bars, ample sunning areas, and dual helm stations. AURA ensures a luxurious experience with full board service and an open bar.

Conclusion:

With a skilled crew of three, your every need will be met on deck and on the water. Embark on a journey of discovery, exploring beautiful bays, encountering marine life, and delving into the history of the islands. Whether you seek relaxation or adventure, AURA offers a variety of activities, including snorkeling, diving, sailing, tubing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, hiking, sea-bobs, and wakeboarding. The synergy between the crew and yacht ensures a vacation of a lifetime for your group.

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Fountaine Pajot Aura 51

The proud successor of the world-renowned Saba 50, the Aura 51 marks a new stage in the evolution of the Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamaran range and the desire of the shipyard in La Rochelle to go further in its environmental approach.

Easier Movement About the Deck

The deck of the Aura 51 has been completely redesigned providing even more space and comfort. A great new feature for this 51-foot cruising catamaran is its complete opening between the saloon and the cockpit facilitating communication between the galley and the large cockpit table.

Renewable Energy with Large Capacity

The Fountaine Pajot design office, in collaboration with the Olivier Racoupeau Design team of naval architects, imagined the Aura 51 to be able to accommodate a large surface area of solar panels without compromising on design.

Its large flybridge, equipped with a  lounge and sunbathing area, is fitted with solar panels that are capable of producing 2000 watts of renewable energy. This successful gamble allows the Aura 51 to generate 5 times more solar energy than other yachts equipped with solar panels.

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A multitude of layouts including a 6 cabin / 6 head version.

The Aura 51 adapts to your desires and your cruising needs with 4 different layout options. Each cabin has its own bathroom area, including the 6-cabin version – a first on the catamaran market for a 51-foot model, as is the double Maestro version, another yard exclusive. The Full Maestro version offers a huge owner’s cabin in the entire port hull.

The Aura 51 is undeniably a cruising multihull that is pleasant to live aboard and respectful of its environment.

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Aura 51 review: space in abundance

• Toby Hodges
• December 29, 2022

When a boat is your home, the space and comfort it provides become paramount plenty of which is on offer in the Aura 51 by Fountaine Pajot

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Price as reviewed:.

Step aboard the wide transom steps of the Aura 51 and I’d challenge even the most stubborn traditionalist or monohull enthusiast not to be in awe of the space and home comforts on offer. For those thinking of spending long periods of time or even living aboard, this is a definitive, modern, large production catamaran, one which – if you’re lucky enough to be in the market for such a substantial yacht – quickly gets you dreaming of a life afloat, with space to take friends, family and toys aplenty.

That was the case for the highly experienced sailing couple who own the second Aura 51 to launch and the boat we trialled. Johan Salen, co-owner of The Ocean Race (formerly the Volvo Ocean Race), lives and works aboard full time with his wife, Christine, and their dog Leo.

The Salens spent three years sailing their previous performance catamaran, an Outremer 5X , around the world with their son. But after seven years living ashore since then, they wanted a more comfortable boat, yet one still capable of averaging 8-10 knots.

When we met they had just stepped ashore after their first two months of ownership, which involved leisurely non-stop cruising the Glénan Islands, off Christine’s Brittany homeland. And their plan now is to spend the next four years exploring all around the European coastlines before embarking on another bluewater adventure to the Pacific.

A modern, slab-sided spacious design for the Aura, which replaces the seven-year-old Saba 50 (over 150 launched). Photo: EYOTY/Ludovic Fruchaud

Creating an Aura

The Aura 51 is arguably the largest manageable size of catamaran before a professional crew is needed. It’s also the first model to offer the yard’s new Smart Electric option. Fountaine Pajot worked with La Rochelle specialists Alternatives Energies to develop electric pods with hydrogenerators and energy storage and management systems. It has already launched a hybrid version and there’s an electric and hydrogen model in the pipeline. It’s good to see such a large production yard taking proper, positive steps towards cleaner boating.

No shortage of sun lounging space on the flybridge. Photo: Jean-Marie Liot

The Aura 51 replaces the Saba 50, bringing more voluminous hulls and wider transom entrances. The new coachroof design integrates copious solar panels, brings more natural light and a larger flybridge area. The main bulkhead doors fully retract to give a 3m wide opening between saloon/galley and cockpit, while a clever accommodation plan offers four layouts, with all cabins including the six cabin version having en suite facilities.

The Salens have an owner’s hull to port, and three cabins to starboard. For me, the aft access to this via a gullwing door is a real selling point. It makes it all too easy to imagine waking up and walking straight out onto the aft deck and into clear Pacific waters.

With a four year minimum waiting list the norm for new catamarans, the Salens consider themselves lucky to have found a slot with Fountaine Pajot. Photo: EYOTY/Ludovic Fruchaud

The cockpit can be fully enclosed with canopies, which the Salens found useful in driving rain, and the intelligent design allows these to be left mounted ready to deploy. This option can additionally offer some visual protection and security for when leaving the boat. The cockpit also features abundant stowage.

The foredeck may feel a little plain without cushioning options and there’s no access to the flybridge to climb up/jump down in a hurry. However, it boasts a cavernous central locker. On the test boat this easily swallowed two gennakers, the genset, an auxiliary outboard motor and a spare line drum.

Once out of La Rochelle’s narrow channel, we met mirror calm seas, yet raised sails in vain hope. But I was pleasantly surprised to note we could still ghost along at 3 knots in 3.5 knots true wind and up to 4.5 knots in 6.5-7 knots close reaching using only white sails.

That said the Aura 51 needs at least double figure wind speeds to make meaningful speeds. My fellow European Yacht of the Year jury members from Yacht magazine confirmed reaching speeds of 6 knots in 8-10 knots wind during their trials.

Island forms a social heart and the galley has abundant cold stowage and plenty of worksurface, albeit not fiddled. Photo: Jean-Marie Liot

The steering linkage is hydraulic, and with no feedback at all it takes time to figure out how much correction to add. There is also negligible visibility from the single helm to the port side, particularly aft, hence there will be a need to dock starboard side too, or else rely on help from cameras.

The helmstation works well with its large bench, wide enough for a couple (and dog!). There is room to pass between the wheel and the winch bench to the side deck or flybridge, yet they are close enough to work both areas.

The main dining area is in the cockpit. Photo: EYOTY/Ludovic Fruchaud

My thoughts on sail handling and performance are almost irrelevant given the very light conditions we experienced. I was keen to learn more about why the Salens chose this model as it’s unusual for experienced sailors to step down in performance terms. They explained that as they always sail two up now, the average speeds the Aura offers is plenty. Indeed, both Johan and Christine pointed to an uncomfortable motion at higher cruising speeds.

“Once you start going quicker than 10 knots it involves more pitching and is more uncomfortable to live on. If you have a boat that can sail at 8-10 knots comfortably, that’s enough,” said Johan.

Loïc Madeline, editor of Voiles and another jury member, confirmed such easy speeds to me when the wind built to 14-16 knots. They hit 10 knots easily and made a steady 9 knots under autopilot with white sails at 70-75° true – “easy speed with no one really taking care of the sails,” he reported.

Gullwing door access to aft cabins. Photo: Jean-Marie Liot

The Salens rarely go to marinas so manoeuvring from the single helm hasn’t been an issue. They find using one engine at 2,000rpm the most economic method under power, which burns 4-5lt per hour.

The couple made another salient point: “When you spend a lot of time aboard, you are not sailing most of the time,” Johan explained. “Even with our 5X we were sailing less than 10% of the time.” The Swedish ex-professional windsurfer considers it more important now to have the space to ship the right equipment and watersports toys to enjoy at anchor.

The Salens have a 3.8m Highfield RIB and 25hp motor on davits which they can waterski behind and use for exploration. They also keep a small inflatable in the forward locker, which comes in use in ports and going ashore/lifting up a beach, plus a garage of foiling /windsports gear in the sail lockers. “It’s the toys you can bring to enjoy life that is one of the main benefits a catamaran brings,” says Johan.

The view looking forward from the aft entrance to the owner’s cabin and hull, which includes the large bathroom and walk-in shower. Photo: EYOTY/Ludovic Fruchaud

Aura 51 below decks

The cockpit hosts the main dining area, but Berret Racoupeau design has really opened up the connection to the galley. The latter is huge, including a generous island that forms the heart of the social space as it might in a modern home. Long, large skylights work with all the coachroof windows to make it naturally bright and an opening forward window adds valuable ventilation.

The lack of a desk/navstation option on the main deck is a pity – there’s not even a conventional switchboard, just touchscreen controls. Indeed, I find the single layout format, albeit understandable for serial production purposes, a little limiting on the main deck. The two large drawer fridges, to forward port, are an excellent inclusion, however they are in a strange position above the companionway as you find yourself half in the stairwell to access them. Personally I’d prefer the option for a forward-facing navstation/desk area there.

Beam enough in the hulls for an athwartships double cabin forward too. Photo: Jean-Marie Liot

Square edges on the furniture are a pet hate – large catamarans such as this still move and pitch around at awkward angles at sea. The corners of the veneers were already damaged on the saloon table, which is disappointing for a seven figure boat.

The owner’s hull obviously enjoys massive amounts of headroom and space, with a sculpted out bulkhead to open out the cabin area. It provides serious lashings of home liveaboard comfort, with a generous changing area opposite the wardrobes, and the crowning element of direct aft deck access aft. The desk amidships is key, an area Johan uses constantly as his office.

The whole forward section is a bathroom with a huge walk-in shower, plentiful light and ventilation and separate heads area, the size of which you’d be happy with in most homes.

In the starboard hull a bulkhead separates the aft cabin so it can only be accessed from the cockpit. Each of the three cabins in this hull still feels large and has its own en suite, even if the athwartships berth forward has a slightly more prestige feel.

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Fountaine Pajot has produced another inviting model, especially for the space and comfort it offers for long periods aboard, mixed with an ability to still sail reasonably well and ensure you can clock good average speeds. As ever, it brings compromises, such as hands-on feel, visibility and manageability, but where do your priorities lie? Johan Salen made a point I have often found myself thinking. Liveaboard sailors typically spend such a small percentage of the time at the wheel, that if you want to get that adrenaline buzz, ‘have the right toys with you’ he stressed – rather than try and get the sportiest yacht to be your floating home. Go dinghy sailing, kiting, or wingfoiling instead once you’re at the anchorage. A large catamaran such as this gives you the means to store such toys; it becomes the mothership, as it were. And that really appeals!

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AURA YACHT CHARTER

27.43m  /  90'   horizon   2023.

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Special Features:

• Built in 2023
• Interior design from Cor D. Rover Design
• Private beach club
• Sleeps 10 guests
• 5.2m/17'1" Boston Whaler

Aura is a distinctly sophisticated superyacht promising unforgettable luxury yacht charters

The 27.45m/90'1" motor yacht 'Aura' is an excellent new superyacht for the luxury charter market. Delivered by the Taiwanese shipyard Horizon and featuring interior styling by Dutch designer Cor D. Rover Design she can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 cabins.

Built in 2023, Aura is the ideal luxury yacht for kicking back and relaxing whilst on charter, showcasing clever use of space with an artful combination of integrated systems and luxurious features, she's a crowd-pleaser for sure.

Guest Accommodation

Aura offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 4 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained, particularly a beach club for you to relax on the edge of the water. Retreat to the deck jacuzzi and soak up the scenery.

Aura benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, particularly Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Performance & Range

Aura is built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 11 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 20 knots.

When not cruising Aura has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Principle among these are Wakesurfers for adrenaline-fuelled fun on the waves. If that isn't enough Aura also features fishing equipment, kneeboards, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Aura also sports a 5.2m/17'1" Boston Whaler to transport you with ease.

Based in the magical waters of the South Pacific all year round Aura is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Aura Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the South Pacific.

Motor yacht Aura boasts an impressive array of outstanding amenities for truly out-of-this-world charter vacations that you’ll never forget.

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Amenities & Entertainment

For your relaxation and entertainment Aura has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Aura is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 5.2m  /  17'1 Boston Whaler 170 Dauntless

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

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'Aura' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

A$99,000 p/week + expenses Approx $65,500

High Season

A$120,000 p/week + expenses Approx $79,500

Cruising Regions

South Pacific Australia

HOT SPOTS:   Sydney, Whitsundays

Winter Season

October - April

A$90,000 p/week + expenses Approx $59,500

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Meet the Aura 51 Smart Electric

• By Yachting Staff
• February 16, 2023

French-based builder Fountaine Pajot has teamed up with the charter firm Dream Yacht Worldwide to launch the Aura 51 Smart Electric as the first model in a collection of electric -powered catamarans .

The Aura 51 Smart Electric is a zero-emissions design that stores energy in two lithium battery banks. It will become available for charter in Italy starting in April, with about two dozen electric yachts expected to join the Dream fleet by spring 2024. Ten of them will be sailing catamarans, and a dozen will be monohull sailing yachts from Dufour, which is part of the Fountaine Pajot Group.

“By partnering and supporting the research and development of electric yachts, we can continue to make sailing accessible to people around the world but with a lower impact on our seas and environment,” Loïc Bonnet, CEO and founder of Dream Yacht Group, stated in a press release. “Being environmentally conscious is central to our mission to protect our planet and oceans, and we are confident that our charter clients will support this endeavor.”

How big of an eco-difference can these types of boats make? Fountaine Pajot says only 20 percent of the carbon footprint comes from producing the boats. Some 80 percent comes from the use of the boats.

Where to learn more: go to fountaine-pajot. com or dreamyachtcharter.com

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Luxury Catamaran AURA 65' launched in 2023 housing 8 guests in 4 cabins. Curated with a neutral and simplistic design, the modern feel creates an essence of luxury. With a dedicated crew of 3, every details will be maintained and every need will be taken care of while you are on board. With an inclusive option and an open bar, your comfort is top priority for AURA.

NOTABLE FEATURES FOR AURA: ~Large fly bridge ~Two wet bars ~Al fresco dining ~Various sun loungers ~Covered seating for protection from weather ~High/low swim platform

The exterior spaces are quite impressive with two al fresco dining areas both in the cockpit and up in the fly bridge. If you are not ready for lunch, you can relax on a sun pad just off of the dining area in both locations. Leaving you with no worries, there are multiple wet bars throughout the yacht for fast service and empty cups. Back down to the aft area, there is a high/low swim platform where you can stay dry and cool down by dipping your toes into the water. With several water toys, you can watch from the swim platform or up on the aft deck. Walking towards the bow, there are multiple lounge pads that are deemed the 'best seat in the house' as you are underway or take this spot to escape from the water toy madness.

AURA Specifications

The interior is spacious, with sharp lines and panoramic views out of the main salon. With a large door that opens to the aft deck, you can relax in the air conditioning when you need to escape the sun. AURA chose neutral colors to keep a calming feel throughout with no compromise to luxury with custom made furniture. Deemed a "masterpiece" yacht, the crew will add to the high end feel with their high end service.

AURA has WiFi throughout and Air Conditioning in all parts of the yacht.

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Luxury accommodation is what you will experience on board AURA for all 8 guests. With 4 spacious VIP cabins, each guest will feel like a VIP. The Master cabin has a King size bed and on deck access with a double size shower for added comfort. There is a desk in the master cabin for continued work if needed or for journaling your experience. The remaining 3 cabins all have queen size beds with en suites attached. These VIP cabins all have water views through large windows and sky lights to watch the stars in the evening.

Charter Amenities and Extras

Tenders & Toys: ~70HP Dinghy ~Adult Water Skis ~Child Water Skis ~Kneeboard ~Wakeboard ~Snorkel Gear ~Kayak ~Beach Games ~Sea-bobs ~Fishing Gear /// Audio & Visual Amenities: ~On board WiFi

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"Some choices sometimes seem immutable at Lagoon: for example, the choice of working with VPLP architects, the world’s most successful naval architects in multihull racing, or that of fixed keels rather than daggerboards for simplicity, ease of beaching and safety in case of impact. However, each new Lagoon model offers often major innovations to make cruising even more enjoyable." - Lagoon Yachts

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Catamaran Aura 51 marks a new stage in the evolution of the Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamarans range and the desire of the shipyard in La Rochelle to go further in its environmental approach.

A new Deck design that’s easier to move around

The deck layout of the Catamaran Aura 51, which has been completely redesigned, marks a new era for the Fountaine Pajot range and provides even more space and comfort. A great new feature  for this 51-foot cruising catamaran  is its complete opening between the saloon and the cockpit..

Renewable energy with large capacity 

Its large flybridge, with its friendly lounge and sunbathing area, is fitted with solar panels that are totally flush-decked, integrating with the lines, capable of producing 2000 Watts of renewable energy. A successful gamble that allows the Aura 51 to generate 5 times more solar energy than other yachts equipped with solar panels.

The Aura 51 is undeniably a cruising multihull that is pleasant to live aboard and respectful of its environment. This catamaran will take you on board for sustainable and comfortable cruising, not forgetting the sailing sensations!

The AURA 51 you can find in 4 version

• Double Maestro version: 2 Owners Suites + 2 Bathrooms / 2 double cabins + 2 Bathrooms
• Full Maestro version: 1 Big Owner Suite + 1 Bathroom / 3 double cabins + 3 Bathrooms
• Maestro: 5 cabins 1 Owner Suite + 1 Bathroom / 4 double cabins + 4 Bathrooms
• 6 cabins version: 6 double cabins + 6 Bathrooms

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Fountaine Pajot Aura 51

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New in 2023 is the eco-friendly Aura 51 catamaran from Fountaine Pajot. As well as all the latest technologies and conveniences now stock standard on the modern production catamaran, the Aura 51 is an eco-friendly boat. Flush-decked solar panels line the flybridge roof surfaces to produce 2 kilowatts off renewable energy. Then there's the Aura 51 Smart Electric, the zero-emission alternative for the times.

In this superb craft Fountain Pagot have produced a cruising catamaran that comes with impressive on-the-wind sailing performance. An innovative deck layout and the use of quality modern materials thought maximises the outdoor and indoor living spaces for all on board.

There are four different cabin versions of the Aura 51, providing accommodation options to suit charter groups of varying sizes. It's the first catamaran of its size to offer a six-cabin version for a group of 12.  

For now most Aura 51 cats in charter have conventional diesel motors - the factory standard is 2 x 60hp  with the Aura 51 Smart Electric tentatively entering the charter market. This fully-electric version uses the speed under sail and motors in reverse flow to produce energy - hydro-generation that can charge the boat's batteries in 48 hours.  The lithium batteries have a total capacity of 54 kW hours that enable motoring at 5 knots for 5 hours with 10 knots of headwind, or to run the boat’s electrics at anchor for a week. On-board instrumentation displays usage and allows energy management.

Date Added: May 3rd, 2019   Last Updated: Jan 15th, 2024

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• Regions: Caribbean , Mediterranean
• Destinations: Balearic Islands , British Virgin Islands , Croatia , Greece , Italy

• Cabins: 4 - 6 double
• Berths: up to 12
• Heads: 4 - 6
• Showers: 4 - 6
• Length: 15.54m, 51'
• Beam: 8.08m, 27'
• Draft: 1.58m, 5'
• Engine(s): 2 x 60hp
• Fuel Capacity: 900l, 238g
• Water Capacity: 900l, 238g

Equipment Includes: bimini, bathing platform, electric windlass, outside shower, tender, autopilot, GPS, VHF, freezer, inverter, entertainment system, wi-fi and all the extras expected on a late-model charter catamaran. Additional equipment may vary. Ask us for equipment available on the FP Aura 51 in your preferred destination.

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Specifications and accommodation layouts may vary. Ask us for the details of this boat in your preferred destination. Many boats have additional saloon berths not indicated above.

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Catamaran Aura

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Catamaran Aura Overview

Welcome aboard this brand new, first class 2022 Lagoon 65!Available for charter in the British Virgin Islands, we provide luxury accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 spacious VIP cabins (1 King, 3 Queens). We are the only model with a custom enlarged Master cabin King bed, and double size shower for your comfort. Featuring spacious cabins, dining areas both in the cockpit and enormous flybridge, boasting 2 bars, numerous sunning spots (or shade!) and dual helm stations, this really is a masterpiece yacht. Onboard you will experience the luxury service of full board and an open bar. Three experienced crew members will cater to your every whim, both onboard and on the water! We will set sail and discover perfect bays, secret coves, swim with turtles, and explore the islands that have inspired stories of pirates and treasure for centuries.Made for both relaxation and adventure, there will be no shortage of activities on offer; snorkeling, diving, sailing, tubing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, hiking, sea-bobs and wakeboarding, this winning combination of crew and yacht will help provide the vacation of a lifetime for your group.What are you waiting for?

Green Initiative

Purified drinking water made on board. Reusable water bottles available for use on board.

Meet the Crew

Jos and Julia hail from England and have been traveling together for over 11 years. After meeting whilst teaching watersports in Greece, they subsequently ran luxury ski chalets and villas in Europe before transitioning to yachting. They have been chartering in the Caribbean together for over 8 years.

Jos earnt his commercial Yachtmaster qualification from the Royal Yachting Association and holds all the necessary credentials to safely captain AURA throughout your charter. He will also be your Divemaster onboard, showing certified divers the magic of the underwater world. We've lost count, but he has over 400 dives with guests here in the BVI. An avid fisherman, he will also spend hours with those wanting to fish!

Julia enjoys looking after the guests onboard and ensuring they are happy, having fun and never with an empty glass in hand! Originally from an education background, she especially enjoys families and kids onboard. For active guests, she will happily take those looking for an adventure hiking on the trails around the BVI. Both love what they do and are committed to creating vacations you will remember for a lifetime. ..read more

Chef Dominic Horl

Dominic, born and raised in the German ore Mountains, has always been close to nature and the elements.

After a long career in Michelin star restaurants as a Chef all over Europe, adventure was calling and in 2018 he started working as a Chef on charter boats in the US and British Virgin Islands.

Also holding a sommelier degree, he skillfully pairs dishes with fine wine to enhance your dining experience.

Dominic`s passion for creativity shines through in his melding of global flavors and techniques to craft dishes that surprise and impress both the palate and the eye.

Beyond the kitchen, Dominic`s love for the sea, expressed through freediving and scuba diving, inspires his menus, featuring sustainable seafood and ocean inspired cuisine.

All crew vaccinated for COVID-19.

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Listed below are any confirmed reservations or unavailability, as well as current holds / options. Note: this calendar is not always 100% current. Please contact us for more information about available dates aboard this yacht.

Hours required between charters: 48 hours

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Review – Lagoon 51 vs. Fountaine Pajot Aura 51

Multihull - catamaran review & comparison, in this review article, we compare two of the largest catamarans without a need for a crew, from two of the largest catamaran produces and fierce competitors in both the private- and charter ownership segment of the leisure marine industry., when living at anchor and entertaining guest at sea is your preferred means of spending time aboard, look no further than these two 50-feet catamarans..

Embracing your unique needs and preferences is key to finding the perfect multi-hull for your cruising lifestyle. While comfort and performance can be subjective and relative, it’s important to trust your instincts and ask yourself the right questions as you navigate this exciting decision. Your journey is yours to define and with careful consideration, you’ll discover the vessel that will unlock your full potential as a seafaring adventurer. Let your passion for exploration guide you and embrace the freedom that comes with finding the perfect multi-hull. The adventure awaits!

What’s the key to enjoying life at sea? It’s all about relaxation and space! Finding enough room for everyone and everything, without tripping over each other every five seconds. Trust me, with all the modern gizmos and gadgets around, living onboard can be a breeze.

And convenience is king! With automation and energy-saving tools, we can easily adapt to life at sea without having to sacrifice any of our creature comforts. And let’s not forget safety – after all, no one wants to be stranded at sea.

So, let’s hoist the sail, kick back, and enjoy the ride without having to worry about all the technical stuff. Aye, aye, captain!

Different shipyards share the same concept: Volume & Comfort 

Build by two different shipyards, Lagoon with its home base by the Atlantic at the southwest coast of France, and Fountaine Pajot in Aigrefeuille in the middle of the countryside in the south of France, and with different naval architects and designers, both the Lagoon shipyard (Groupe Beneteau) and Fountaine Pajot (The Compagnie du Catamaran)  share the same market dominance on both the private -and yacht charter ownership market . Similarly, their design approach and model range is focused on comfort and utilising space and an abundance of lounging areas and space for entertainment. No wonder then that both are preferred catamarans for the charter market and have had an excess of 150 units sold of each model prior to their launch dates. 

Volume & Comfort – building from the inside-out

The slab-sided and modern design approaches to both these voluminous catamarans are clearly aimed towards creating an experience like that of a modern apartment and maximising the use of the yacht at anchor – a totally static experience. The concept of “building inside and out” is not strange to the powerboat industry and was made popular by the Polish shipyard Sunreef , which also introduced the Fly-bridge catamarans to the market that Lagoon Catamarans then later copied. Another popular shipyard in the same luxury segment is Privilege Catamarans,  where most designs and the appeal to its core customers are based on luxury feel of the yacht and the space and comfort at anchor. 

Is all this comfort then at the cost of a sailing experience? Yes, there is no denying that, albeit its large canvas size and push-button ease of all the sailing controls and lines make it an easy task to clock some serious miles without having to engage a professional crew. Both the Lagoon 51 and the Fountaine Pajot Aura 51 are arguably two of the largest sailing catamarans on the market for a short-handed crew.

The opinions are divided on the matter of what entails an ideal live-aboard multihull: the strength of the design, construction and feeling at helm of the performance-optimised catamarans such as the Outremere, Catana, Nautitech, ITACatamarans, Balance, or HH-Catamarans, or the luxury of the all-inclusive optimal holiday platform of the larger series production shipyards  such as the Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot, Leopard, or the Bali Catamarans.

We are not here to create division but rather to point out the why and how. For the yacht charter industry, the advantages are obvious and plenty. Most of the above-mentioned production series shipyards are closely tied or owned by the same group as the large global charter companies that offer yacht charter ownership programs and investments, such as the Dream Yacht Charter, Navigare Yachting, SunSail and Moorings. 

For the charter industry, the advantages of this configuration are multiple:

• Beamy design: create plenty of main deck space and seating/lounging arrangements and allows for larger transoms and bathing platforms.
• Volumuniuos hulls: increases the stowage -and payload capacity and width in the cabins.
• Fly-Bridge: another vantage point and lounging area and a preferred helm position for a hired skipper. 
• Layout and Size: optimal cabin configurations and spacious island bed cabins cater for plenty of guests and even crewed charter
• Saloon Main Deck: focus on dining arrangements and entertainment with larger galley sizes. No need for a navigational station as most time is spent at anchor or navigating short distances and boat is often managed by a professional skipper.

If you are unfamiliar with the two brands or the multihull models in question, here’s a brief introduction.

Lagoon Catamarans

Lagoon is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of cruising catamarans. The brand values freedom and lifestyle, resulting in elegant and comfortable yachts. Designed by VPLP (naval architect),  Nauta Design (interior) and Patrick le Quément (exterior), The Lagoon 51 is designed to optimize circulation on board and create seamless fluidity and ease of movement onboard. The global launch for the catamaran was at the International Multihull show April 2022.

From the Shipyard:

Lagoon’s will is to offer comfortable and self-sufficient catamarans, resulting from a sustainable production, featuring tomorrow’s technologies, to satisfy the expectations of today’s sailors

Fountaine Pajot Catamarans

Created in 1976 by Jean-François Fountaine, later in 1983, the brand’s first sail cruising catamaran, the Louisiane 37, became a commercial success.  Nowadays, the Fountaine Pajot name is associated with spacious, comfortable cruising catamarans, both for the private and charter ownership market. The Aura 51 was first introduced in late 2022 and replaced the nine-year-old Saba 50 design (which they produced more than 150 units) and is part of a new series of aesthetically enhanced Fountaine Pajot catamarans ranging from the Isla, Astrea, Elba and now also the new Aura 51.

From the shipyard:

“We have acquired our position as an international reference thanks to our constant desire for innovation and renewal. Our range of sailing catamarans and motor yachts are designed, conceived and upgraded to meet the needs of customers who are passionate about sailing, comfort and freedom.”

Technical specifications​

Key differences, the table below illustrates the key specifications between the lagoon 51 & the fountaine pajot aura 51.

Lagoon 51   Specifications

Hull lenght.

15,35 m / 50’4’’

8,10 m / 26’7’’

DISPLACEMENT

19,914 T / 43 910 Lbs

2 x 240 L + 2 x 175 L 2 x 63 Lbs + 2 x 46 Lbs

2 x 520 l / 2 x 137 US gal

2 x 80 CV / HP

Lagoon 51   Saling Ratio

98 m² / 1054 sq.ft.

53 m² / 570 sq.ft (self-tacking as standard)

Gennaker/ Spinnaker

101 m² / 1087 sq.ft.

Sailing Ratio (kg's per m2 upwind sail area)

Lagoon 51   architect & design, architect & exterior design.

VPLP Design & Patrick le Quément

Interior Design

Nauta Design

Lagoon 51   The Concept

“We designed the Lagoon 51 as a perfect synthesis of the modernity of the shapes and the sail plan, with living space on deck and inside that is unequalled on a boat of this size.”

VPLP Design

APPEALING FLYBRIDGE

The flybridge has been designed to utilize up to 80% of the rooftop, featuring two expansive sun pads located at the forefront of the helm station, accompanied by a spacious C-shaped seating area. The central table can be lowered to create an exceptionally roomy sunbathing area. Two stairs lead to the fly, one for the helmsman and one for the guests. This double access allows a great fluidity of connection between the living spaces of the boat. The flybridge of the Lagoon 51 is innovative by the modularity of its spaces, its clever ergonomics and the cosiness of this great living area. The modular seating provides an opportunity to safely navigate the vessel, alone or with company, without compromising on the comfort. 

EXTENDED TRANSOMS FOR A BETTER CIRCULATION

The Lagoon 51 boasts a spacious and secure environment that allows effortless boarding, courtesy of its wide transoms. Its design feature ensures smooth and practical access to the dockside, with the Tenderlift adding to its appeal as a large, oceanfront balcony. When berthed, the expansive bathing platform invites you to indulge in swimming and relaxation up close with the water! Suitable for easy movement on board is the commendable two-step difference between the cockpit and the transoms, providing a notably low level for navigability. This practical and innovative feature caters to fulfil a real need.

WELCOMING FORWARD COCKPIT

The forward cockpit offers an unobstructed view of the ocean and has been thoughtfully designed to cater for small groups to lounge, eat and socialise. This space is perfect for sharing sundowners or relaxing comfortably during the day under the shade sail. The forward cockpit boasts several amenities, including ample cup holders, a pleasant coffee table, and sun protection, ensuring that you can relish every moment spent there. The improved ergonomics of the seatee and amenities allow for time to spend on the foredeck as a compliment to the large social areas in the cockpit and on the flybridge. 

NEW GENERATION INTERIOR

Enter a luxurious salon and experience the innovative design concept of spaciousness. The mast is stepped on the fore end of the salon ensuring an uninterrupted view. The generous luminosity, emanating from the 360° vertical windows, is complemented by the exquisite wood finishes, known as “ Alpi sand oak”. This spacious salon boasts impressive volume, providing effortless circulation. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, it is equipped with practical solutions characteristic of a Lagoon yacht.

Furthermore, the owner’s cabin is designed to maximize comfort, with a large walk-in dressing included as standard. This layout optimization ensures that the owner can indulge in ultimate relaxation on board.

“The stepped up lounge of the saloon offers the best 360°panoramic view over the water.”

NAUTA Design

A MORE LIVELY SAILING EXPERIENCE

The platform for the Lagoon 51 is based on that of the former 50, although the mast position has been significantly shifted. 

The mast is stepped on the median beam, at 40 per cent of the overall length aft of the bow and the Lagoon 51 has a lighter construction, reduced by 1,000 kg or five per cent compared to the 50. This configuration means sufficient sail area can be achieved with a shorter mast, lowering the centre of effort and reducing weight aloft.

With the structure lightened by 750kg, a rig that’s more than 6ft feet shorter and an overlapping genoa, the Lagoon 51 is designed to be livelier on the water than her predecessor.

SUSTAINABLE COMMITMENTS

Lagoon is committed to minimizing its impact on the environment. Sustainable solutions and environmental care are an important part of the Lagoon strategy.

Lagoon 51 offers options of XXL solar panels on the roof. This technology provides more than 3.400 watts of power to operate the on-board service. The boat is therefore fully autonomous (except for the air conditioning). The solar panels fit perfectly into the lines of the catamaran and do not interfere with life on board. The flybridge and the sun pads on the roof are still accessible and usable even with the panels.

On board the Lagoon 51 model they are taking active measures to insure that :

• hemp fiber replaces fibreglass wherever possible, together with partially bio-sourced resin
• upholstery in the recycled fabric is proposed
• 100% ecological and biodegradable cleaning products will be delivered with the boat
• The proposed Alpiwood is FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)and many more innovations are in progress.

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Specifications

14.99 m / 49.18 f

26.5 ft / 8,08 m

900 l / 237.75 US Gallons

2 x 450 l / 2 x 118.27 US Gallons

2 x 60 HP - 2 x 60 CV

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Saling Ratio

1023 ft² / 95 ft²

635 ft² / 59 ft² (overlapping genoa as a standard)

G: 40 m² / 1506.95 ft, S: 80 m² / 1937.50 ft

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Architect & Design

Berret-Racoupeau yacht design

Isabelle Racoupeau

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   The Concept

“Our thorough knowledge of cruising catamarans has enabled us to offer highly innovative solutions: the cockpits and saloons are on a single level, the tender is concealed under a protective sun deck, the cabins are extremely comfortable and all handling is grouped to be done from the helm.”

Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design

Unmistakable design and look

The Aura 51 is an impressive vessel distinguished by its towering mast and generous measurements of 51 feet LOA and 26 feet 6 inches in beam. Its sleek, harmonious lines with reverse sheer to the deck and an athletic aft sweep of the slim coach roof are distinct features that are emblematic of the renowned Fountaine-Pajot brand. Credit goes to Berret-Racoupeau for providing long-term design input that has contributed to the vessel’s unmistakable appearance. The design updates implemented on the Aura 51 from the Saba 50 are introduced harmoniously. 

Grand Large Concept – Comfort & Volume

The Aura 51 replaces the Saba 50, boasting voluminous hulls and wider transom entrances. The newfangled coachroof design seamlessly integrates an extensive number of solar panels, granting copious amounts of natural illumination and a more spacious flybridge area. Subsequently, the primary bulkhead doors have the capacity to retract fully, facilitating a 3m wide opening between the saloon/galley and cockpit.

Liveability is the key to the rise and rise of the catamaran, and the Aura 51 puts natural light and its huge volume to good use. Astutely designed, the Aura 51 offers four accommodation layouts, with all cabins equipped with en suite facilities, including the six-cabin version.

Easy to manage shorthanded

Arguably the largest size catamaran without the need for a professional crew, the thought process bending the design of the Aura 51 is centred around the ease of movement onboard and at the helm. The boom is accessible for ease of access to the main sail and all control lines are drawn back to a central helm position. There is little need to engage guests aboard as your crew when navigating or docking.

Layout Options

The Aura 51 has several layout options that make it an ideal combination of a private owner’s yacht with an ambition to keep her in a charter management. The cabin options include a standard two sets of maestro cabins accessible with their own private entrance from the cockpit and a full owners Maestro with the four-cabin setup instead of the five or six-cabin setup. 

Sustainability

The Aura 51 marks a new stage in the evolution of the Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamarans range and the desire of the shipyard in La Rochelle to go further in its environmental approach

The Aura 51 is the first step from Fountaine Pajot towards moving towards a greener way of construction and also ownership of a yacht.  The Aura 51 is a significant milestone for the company as it offers the yard’s first Smart Electric option. The company has collaborated with La Rochelle specialists, Alternatives Energies, to develop electric pods that consist of hydrogenerators and energy storage and management systems. The hybrid model has already been launched, and an electric and hydrogen variant is also in the works. It is commendable to witness a reputed production yard taking credible steps towards promoting cleaner boating. This move towards sustainable technology provides an excellent opportunity for eco-conscious boaters who seek to reduce their environmental footprint while experiencing the joys of watercraft.

exterior design features and aspects

Lagoon 51   Exterior

The Lagoon 51: an entire experience of life afloat

A word from Dirk and Viktor (Yacht-Match Group co-founders):

“The buzz around the reveal of Lagoon’s newest model never really excited us, as it was unclear what they hoped to accomplish with introducing a 51-footer between their rather new model, the 50, and their current Lagoon 52. Neither the PR nor the concept presentation was convincing enough for us to grasp what the design team at Lagoon was trying to achieve with small adjustments to what seemed like an upgraded 50. However, we may have been wrong…. When we finally got a tactile and spatial awareness of how the new features came together, it was clear that this was not just an updated version of an existing model, but rather a step towards a new set of standards that will set a precedent for the rest of the industry. The interior and exterior components, trademark Lagoon hull shape, and move towards a lighter structure with a forward mast and shorter rig and overlapping genoa make the Lagoon 51 even livelier on the water than her predecessor while introducing an emphasis on solar power that will characterise the brand’s future models. The Lagoon 51 is no longer just a catamaran but an entire experience afloat, staying true to its core concepts while introducing more nimble sailing, hightened level of luxury and detailing and practical use of space.”

The Flybridge – the centrepiece of the Lagoon 51

The Lagoon 51 has large deck space and several social areas to relax at anchor or when sailing. It is equipped with a flybridge that covers up to 80% of its roof and with modular seating which can be easily adjusted to accommodate any number of guests, making it an ideal place to relax alongside the captain. The yacht’s double access feature comprises two staircases, one for the helmsman and another for the guests, ensuring a seamless transition between living spaces onboard.

The flybridge is designed with ample headroom which guarantees guests’ safety, both at anchor and while underway. Manoeuvres are efficiently carried out from the steering station, while the guests can comfortably move around without interfering with the helmsman. All these features make the Lagoon 51’s flybridge a unique experience, and an ideal choice for anyone looking for comfort, convenience, and luxury at sea.

Exterior to Interior – plenty of social areas             

One of several key design features of the Lagoon 51 is the multiple outdoor areas perfect for entertaining and for changing the atmosphere or setting and why the Lagoon designs are so popular as a boat to spend extended time aboard.

The aft cockpit is commendable, offering ergonomic seating for up to eight people and a beautiful view of the ocean. The cockpit table is thoughtfully placed for easy access to the saloon, the starboard transom, and side decks, and it is equipped with two fold-out leaves for additional dining space. Along with a full-sized sink, drainer, refrigerator, and barbeque, this outdoor space is the ultimate entertaining area.

The Lagoon 51 comes with an optional large hydraulic lifting platform at the transom, which provides a spacious area for sunbathing, swimming, and storing a tender.

As you move along the side decks, you’ll find yourself standing at the forefront cockpit. This impressive area boasts an unobstructed view of the vast oceans and beautiful horizons. Regardless of whether you prefer resting under the sun or in the shade, the cockpit is abundant with amenities that promise optimal comfort aboard Lagoon 51.

This area boasts an inviting seating space complemented by a central coffee table and sun protection, enabling you to fully appreciate the picturesque views at your own pace. The smaller forward cockpit can accommodate up to 4-5 people with two sunbeds and a coffee table, offering a comfortable space to relax and take in the view.

The Lagoon’s design ensures that it’s not excessively weighed down forward, making it suitable for offshore and bluewater sailing without the risk of capsizing from waves.

Ease of movement and access

It’s clear that there has been plenty of attention paid to access and circulation when designing the Lagoon 51. This starts at the transoms, with easier access for stepping aboard due to their shape and positioning, which brings them closer to the dock. Their size is also more welcoming and there’s no need to jostle when getting off the dinghy – three people can stand together without getting in each other’s way. The extended transoms of the Lagoon 51 makes for effortless boarding. This feature brings safe and practical access to the dock side.

Between the transoms is an optional tenderlift or bathing platform. The tenderlift acts as a large balcony by the sea. At mooring, the platform transforms into a bathing platform.

Finding your way from transom to cockpit is easier than ever with improved access of a two-step staircase.  Only two steps up and the cockpit and the entire nacelle are immediately accessible because the sugarscoops are slightly higher off the water and the thickness between the underside of the bridgedeck and the cockpit sole has been reduced.

This benefits the cockpit, whose vast surface area is divided into three zones. An adjustable plancha grill is next to the aft bench seat, a lounger occupies the starboard side, and an L-shaped bench seat surrounds the table on the port side.

Part of the seat can be shifted forward to enlarge the table when at anchor, for instance, but this hinders direct access to the flybridge.

Summary of the key exterior highlights :

• Lighter Construction + Mast Forward : Supported by a strong laminated bulkhead, powerful mainsail & genoa. The transoms have been extended for less pitching. A more lively and fun boat to sail
• Large Modular Flybridge: Optional with a fixed GRP bimini to access the boom more conveniently, with ample headroom. Lounge, seating, dining area that is accessible from both side decks. Ample room for the helm and access to control lines and winches.
• Ease of Movement: larger extended transoms, 
• Plenty of Social Areas and Seating Arrangements: large flybridge, aft cockpit and a true foredeck cockpit – a catamarans for socialising. 

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Exterior

The Fountaine Pajot Aura 51 is in the category of optimal yachts for private- and charter management ownership. 

“The Fountaine Pajot was introduced to us in 2019 during the Boot Dusseldorf boat show for a select few charter companies associated to the shipyard. Back then the design ideas and concept was to improve on what had made the Saba 50 so popular, in both the private yacht ownership market and the now more important sphere of business for the shipyard – the yacht charter business. What positively suprised us back then was the clear strategy from the shipyard to incoorpate a conscious effort to introduce sustainability to the project. It’s early stages for all shipyards on this front and we can only accept that most of this is for marketing purposes only, but atleast we are seeing progress and effort. The Aura 51 had its real debute in 2023 at the International Multihull Show, where it was already communicated that the shipyard had sold an excess of 150 units to its dealer network and that lead times are now up to four years for anyone interested at the boat show to place an order for the next production slot. Clearly then, they yard must be doing something right or is it all marketing? We will leave that up for the professional yachting journailst to decide and for you as our audience to ponder, but several things are undeinably true as facts and also impresses us as yacht purchase advisors and yacht ownership specialist. The Aura 51 is an ideal bare-boat yacht for the charter market and the design appeals to many that are moving from power boating and/or from monohulls in search for space and comfort. The concept is not unique, but its trending and we can only agree that with all the modern comforts of a trendy luxury hotelroom or small apartment, the Aura 51 can also take you from A-to-B with ease even if you limited expereience sailing”.

Central Helm Position

Fountaine-Pajot vessels are outfitted with a conveniently placed bulkhead helm situated on the starboard side. This helm position allows for seamless maneuvering of the craft while offering a clear view of the canvas and thoroughfare forward due to its elevated position. The rudders of the 51 are supported with top-tier hydraulic control, negating the obligation for any physical connection to the helm. Such a feature, while not offering tactile feedback, does provide ample space forwards of the pedestal for line handling, streamlining vessel operation.

All control lines centrailised

All the active lines are gathered in two strips, which eventually converge to the three Lewmar Evo winches that are mounted on the coachroof. It should be noted that, should one desire, these winches can be electrically operated. As for the mainsheet, it is conveniently positioned athwartships, allowing for effortless handling of the line. Additionally, tidy bags for the ropes, falling deeply into the storage area, facilitate the ease of stowage. The only exception is the genoa halyard, which runs to the mast, and can only be regulated through a block and tackle system, implemented on a captive line.

Forward Mast

The Aura 51 has it’s steeped mast forward compared to its competitors the Lagoon and Bali Catamarans. This means that the mast is supported by a strong laminated bulkhead which is better for the integrity of the construction int eh long run, but also allows for a design feature where ease of access to the boom and sailing bag is priotised. The Aura 51’s stubby bowsprit is positioned at a slight angle skyward to facilitate the tacking of the gennaker or Code 0 sails. The running sheets extend aft and then double back up to additional winches on the periphery of the cockpit.

Loung and Dinning Areas

With a fly-bridge or in this case, a central elevated helm position on the Aura 51, this arrangement allows for ample exterior space is available for activities such as dining, relaxing, and water sports during anchorages.

Within the cockpit, there is a graceful teak table that comfortably seats eight individuals and can be effortlessly expanded to accommodate twelve individuals with a fold-out leaf and fill-in seat. The plancha grill located on the transom facilitates convenient food preparation. Notably, the cockpit features a raised sunbed and a sofa on the transom.

TheAura 51 is fitted with forward lounge seating that comes with an opening window from the saloon, as well as a vast 172-square-foot flybridge. The decks are flush, and an aft hydraulic platform is equipped to carry the tender while sailing and launch swimmers or divers at anchor. Particular attention has been given to ensure the platform closes smoothly to the transom skirt, providing easy access.

• Mast Forward/ Accessible Boom : Supported by a strong laminated bulkhead, powerful mainsail & genoa. Safety (no climbing license needed), easy maintenance (boom end easily accessible), better performance. 
• XXL Lounge deck: direct access from the cockpit, a multi zone lounge (sunbed and seats), family use, and possible to seat 14 persons.
• Mid-High Central Helm: Family boat – Connection with the cockpit/salon and the lounge deck (never alone and a feeling of protection), all control lines are centralized. 
• Ample Seating arrangement: for up to 11 people in the cockpit, 8 around the dining the table, space for 14 on the lounge deck, and also another 6-8 in the front cockpit. 

interior design features

Lagoon 51   Interior

New generation interior.

The Lagoon 51 is a step towards introducing new materials and design concepts that were introduced in the design process of the larger and more luxurious Lagoon 55.  The mast is stepped on the fore end of the salon ensuring an uninterrupted view. The generous luminosity, emanating from the 360° vertical windows, is complemented by the exquisite wood finishes, known as “ Alpi sand oak”. This spacious salon boasts impressive volume, providing effortless circulation. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, it is equipped with practical solutions characteristic of a Lagoon yacht.

NAUTA Design, interior designer of the Lagoon 51.

Natural Light & Natural Ventilation

The Lagoon 51 offers huge internal accommodation with ample space when the weather dictates spending time indoors. With new design features on the coachroof to make it more sleek appeal from the outside, the interior design team also spent a lot of consideration to create that roomy and light interior feel and natural ventilation as part of the Lagoon concept moving towards more sustainable and green yachting. Hatches and forced air ventilation is found through all cabins and interior space, such as the large opening hatch by the mast foot. This will be an important source of natural ventilation at the anchor.

The saloon has a large saloon table for both dining and coffee table modes and space to seat 10, although eight would be more comfortable. This area is slightly raised, with windows at eye level, although the view is blocked on both aft quarters, which makes it less suited as a watch-keeping station in inclement weather. There’s also a nav station/desk area, with space to fit a multifunction display. Natural ventilation primarily comes from big opening ports in the front coachroof windows.

The galley forms an L-shape on both sides of the aft end of the saloon, with a sink, small dishwasher, and four-burner gas cooker to port. To starboard is an extensive fridge/freezer capacity totaling almost 400 liters.

Worktop space is impressive on both sides and fiddles are high enough to contain liquid spills and keep items in place in rough seas. Stowage is excellent, including eye-level lockers, drawers, and lockers below the countertop, plus large underfloor volumes. There’s also a dedicated space for a coffee machine, while a washer/dryer can be fitted in the starboard hull and an additional 100 liters freezer in the port hull.

Lagoon 51 layout options

The Lagoon 51 has several layout options suited for small families or larger groups making it an optimal hybrid between a traditional holiday-making yacht and a live-aboard vessel. All double cabin layout options have their own separate shower stalls. What is unique for the Lagoon compared to its competitors, are the additional midship cabins that as made possible by the voluminous hull shape and design of the Lagoon. This allows for sleeping guests and a crew up to 14 people.

The mid cabin is the smallest of cabins and has limited stowage, while the forward one has the best stowage, but shares the head and shower. An option with two cabins in the port hull is also offered. With this arrangement, the forward cabin doesn’t gain additional floor space but becomes fully en-suite and there’s even more stowage.

Furthermore, the owner’s hull is even more luxurious, with its vanity/dressing area fitted as standard. As for the port hull, it offers three berths in the standard version. The furniture and decor, signed by Italy’s Nauta Design, is as warm as ever, and the materials are plush.  The owner’s accommodation in the starboard hull is palatial, with huge hull windows that eliminate the semi-basement feel some older multihulls have. There are also massive stowage volumes in a range of formats, right down to the organisation of paperwork, plus a corner sofa and big dressing table/desk.

The huge bathroom forward has his and hers basins, a completely enclosed toilet and big shower.

Smart Systems & Connectivity 

The many onboard systems make this yacht as comfortable and easy to live on as any home on shore, although maintenance is obviously more complex and onerous.

The Lagoon 51 is offered with the Seanapps-application which is a smart box that simplifies your boat’s management and maintenance. Whether you want to check your fuel and battery charge levels, or schedule maintenance operations, Seanappshelps you streamline and safeguard your boat’s maintenance requirements simply and easily.

The watermaker produces 100lt per hour on 12V, so can be run from the solar panels, even though it draws 40A. It’s easily accessed, under the floor of the port aft cabin. Equally, the extensive fridge and freezer capacities will provide a huge length of self-sufficiency before needing to reprovision or refuel.

Summary of the key interior highlights :

• Various Layout Options: ideal combination for a private ownership with a charter management. 
• Luxurious feel and styling (improved for Lagoon 51 and 55)
• Lounge and seating arrangement for large groups both inside and outside
• True Forward Cockpit
• After Cockpit with outdoor cooking options and wetbar
• Large Entertaining area in both the galley and cockpit and good use of light and ease of movement and flow due to large sliding doors
• Good airflow in all cabins due plenty of hatches on and opening windows
• Plenty of stowage possibilities 

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Interior

An extract from the boat test on Swedish couple the Salen’s Aura 51: (from article & review by Toy Hodges/ Yachting World)

“…the highly experienced sailing couple who own the second Aura 51 to launch and the boat we trialled. Johan Salen, co-owner of The Ocean Race (formerly the Volvo Ocean Race), lives and works aboard full time with his wife, Christine, and their dog Leo. The Salen’s spent three years sailing their previous performance catamaran, an Outremer 5X, around the world with their son. But after seven years living ashore since then, they wanted a more comfortable boat, yet one still capable of averaging 8-10 knots. The Salen’s rarely go to marinas so maneuvering from the single helm hasn’t been an issue… The couple made another salient point: “When you spend a lot of time aboard, you are not sailing most of the time,” Johan explained. “Even with our Outremere 5X we were sailing less than 10% of the time.” The Swedish ex-professional windsurfer considers it more important now to have the space to ship the right equipment and watersports toys to enjoy at anchor… “It’s the toys you can bring to enjoy life that is one of the main benefits a catamaran brings,” says Johan”

Read more here : Swedish couple move from Outremer to Fountaine Pajot Aura

Dining or Lounging

The cockpit area plays host to the main dining area, and the design by Berret Racoupeau has effectively enhanced the connectivity to the galley. The Aura 51’s voluminous interior is accentuated by the use of natural light, which is a notable feature. The saloon of the Aura 51 boasts an extensive area, complete with a generous island that serves as the social hub, akin to a modern home. The aft doors can be fully slid back, providing an expansive 10-foot opening with the island galley in the center. This arrangement is perfect for facilitating traffic flow between the galley and the saloon while having easy access to the work surfaces and waste bin from the cockpit. The coachroof windows and long, large skylights, together with the opening forward window, make it a naturally bright space with valuable ventilation.

This yacht has been designed with flexibility in mind. Deep, comfortable sofas are present in the saloon’s forward and starboard sides, making it an ideal area for watchkeeping, movie nights, or coffee with visitors. Additionally, if the outside temperature is too low, you can dine indoors since the yacht has a removable table. At the centerline, there is a chaise lounge, referred to as the “meridian” by Fountaine-Pajot; this is an excellent place to oversee instruments, steer the yacht remotely using a tablet, and monitor the sails through the skylight overhead.

Double Cabins Galore 

The Aura 51 provides an exceptional example of a catamaran that boasts a remarkable level of livability, an ever-growing trend on the rise. 

The cabin configuration can accommodate a range of guests, from four ensuites cabins to six, and the option of having two aft-most cabins with their companionways that emerge to the aft deck is ideal for charter guests or older children.

The owner’s hull boasts a significant amount of headroom and space, with a sculpted out bulkhead used to open up the cabin area. It offers ample liveaboard comfort, with a spacious changing area opposite the wardrobes, and direct aft deck access – the crowning feature. The desk amidships is an essential addition that Johan uses as his office constantly.

In the starboard hull, a bulkhead separates the aft cabin, meaning access is only feasible from the cockpit. Each of the three cabins in this hull feels large, with its own ensuite, even if the athwartship berth forward has a slightly more prestigious feel. The size of the separate heads area would be appreciated in most homes.

Every cabin has been carefully crafted to offer at least two sources of natural light and air ventilation openings. Finally, a heating and air conditioning package is optionally available for convenience regardless of the weather.

• VIP Cabins with private entrance from the cockpit
• Full sized double bed cabins even on a 6 cabin layout – unique for a 51ft catamaran

Key highlights

The two yachts compared to each other, lagoon 51   key highlights.

• Entirely new Exterior and Interior Design: new luxury feel and thoughtful upgrades that makes both practical and aesthetical sense: such as interior saloon concept, transom, rig and sail plan, coach roof design, and the flybridge.
• New improved rig, sail set up and lighter construction: improved sailing capabilities, lighter and stronger construction, more space in the interior saloon, more livelier sailing experience
• New improved materials and finishing: the Lagoon 51 takes from the same design principles as the more luxuiours L55.
• Social Areas: plenty of well designed social areas which includes the Flybridge, cockpit, bathing platform, and the forward cockpit.

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Key highlights

• Sleek lines yet a voluminous catamaran with plenty of options to entertain large number of guests
• Redesigned and refined use of galley to connect saloon with cockpit
• Private VIP Aft Cabins with gullwing door entrance from the aft cockpit
• Plenty of cabin layout options all with double island beds all ensuite
• XXL - Lounge to entertain up to 14 people and be close to the sailing action

Lagoon 51   Pros- & Cons

• Mast Forward: attached to strongest part of the boat
• Improved Sailing Capabilities: lighter construction, mast forward, large genoa and new sail setup, extended transoms
• New generation Interior: new materials, raised saloon, improved finish, natural ventilation
• Social Areas - plenty of seating and entertainment areas outside and inside
• Large Stowage units/options
• True Owners hull with walk in closet
• Cabin Layout Options: optimal for small family ownership or charter ownership
• No daggerboards - impedes upwind sailing charateristics and performance
• Negligible visibility from the flybridge to the port side, particularly aft: You need to dock starboard side or else rely on help from cameras.
• Negligible visibility from the flybridge sailing with large code-zero or overlapping genoa
• Volume at the cost off sailing capability: pithcing, rooling, slamming affect and no upwind performance. Large catamarans needs more wind to be able to sail.
• Heads and Bathrooms: so many fixed heads and bathrooms are not needed for a short stay, or a smaller family or couple that owns the Lagoon 51.

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Pros- & Cons

• Mast Forward: attached to strongest part of the boat and allows access to the boom (sails)
• XXL Lounge rather that beam to beam Flybridge: a multizone lounge and keeps free of the helm station and allows better access to the boom/sails.
• Impressive lounge options both inside and outside with plenty of seating arrangements
• Cabin layout variations with VIP aft cabins
• Redefined galley area with good circular movement from cockpit to saloon and a ventilated cooking area
• Large stowage units
• Lead time excess of 4 years
• For entertaining large number of guest: Not really a couples boat nor a small family boat
• Forward cockpit is plain and not in par with the rest of the stylish approach and seating arrangements on the yacht
• Interior space at the cost of seaworthiness and handling and performance
• No access to the coach roof or boom from the foredeck of the yacht
• Hydraulic steering linkage with little to no feedback at all
• Negligible visibility from the single helm to the port side, particularly aft: You need to dock starboard side or else rely on help from cameras.

Price - CFP - Market Investment Value

Reviewing the purchase price and recommended options list and the charter feasibility projections and finally the expected market value of the investment after charter., lagoon 51   price and options.

4 Cab Owner Suite inc midship cabin + 3 Heads with 3 bathrooms 4 Cabins + 4 bathrooms 6 Cabins + 4 bathrooms Optional: 5 Cab Owner Suite inc midship cabin + 3 Heads with 3 bathrooms Option: 2 skipper cabins in front

Rec. Options

€1. 070 900

Total Price

€1. 450 411

Lagoon 51   Charter Feasibility Projection

Anticipated charters, ebitda season.

T.b.d: BVI/ USVI Operations with possibility for double season in Europe

Lagoon 51   MARKET & INVESTMENT VALUE

Launched, build, expiry.

Launched 2022, Build ca 50/ annually, Sold 170 units already Launched 55 units so far

Market Value 2023

Average Price 1. 484 000 €

Yacht Prices

Lagoon 51 - 2021: 898.578 €* Lagoon 51 - 2022: 973.500 €* Lagoon 51 - 2023: 1.039.876 €* *(Standard/ex options)

Expected Resale Value

65% within 4 years 60% 5-7 years 50% after 7 years

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Price and Options

Double Maestro version 2 Owners Suites + 2 Bathrooms / 2 double cabins + 2 Bathrooms Full Maestro version 1 Big Owner Suite + 1 Bathroom / 3 double cabins + 3 Bathrooms Maestro 5 cabins version 1 Owner Suite + 1 Bathroom / 4 double cabins + 4 Bathrooms 6 cabins version 6 double cabins + 6 Bathrooms

€1. 064 400

€1. 374 349

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51   Charter Feasibility Projection

Fountaine pajot aura 51   market & investment value.

Launched 2022, Build ca 45/ annually, Sold 160 units already Launched 25 units so far

Average Price 1.480.000 €

Fountaine Pajot Aura 51 - 2020: 742.662 €* Fountaine Pajot Aura 51 - 2021: 846.589 €* Fountaine Pajot Aura 51 - 2022: 922.782 €* Fountaine Pajot Aura 51 - 2023: 1.047.000 €* *(Standard/ex options)

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• Yacht Type: Sailing Catamarans
• Charter Type: Crewed Charters

Destination

Weekly rates.

• Start Time: 12:00 PM
• End Time: 12:00 PM

Rate Details

The charter fee includes captain, professional chef, 3 meals each day (unless an alternate meal plan is chosen), full ship’s bar, water toys and onboard amenities. Not included are gratuity, special/vintage alcohol requests and dockage if preferred by the client.

AURA Crewed Charters in British Virgin Islands

$ 7,214.00

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Welcome aboard this brand new, first class 2023 Lagoon 65!

Available for charter in the British Virgin Islands, we provide luxury accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 spacious VIP cabins (1 King, 3 Queens). We are the only model with a custom enlarged Owner's cabin King bed, and double sized shower for your comfort. Featuring spacious cabins, dining areas both in the cockpit and enormous flybridge, boasting 2 bars, numerous sunning spots (or shade!) and dual helm stations, this really is a masterpiece yacht. Onboard you will experience the luxury service of full board and an open ... Learn More bar.

Three experienced crew members will cater to your every whim, both onboard and on the water! We will set sail and discover perfect bays, secret coves, swim with turtles, and explore the islands that have inspired stories of pirates and treasure for centuries.

Made for both relaxation and adventure, there will be no shortage of activities on offer; snorkeling, diving, sailing, tubing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, hiking, sea-bobs and wakeboarding, this winning combination of crew and yacht will help provide the vacation of a lifetime for your group.

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• Yacht Name: AURA
• Manufacturer: Lagoon
• Yacht Age: 2023
• Yacht Length (Feet): 65
• Beam (Feet): 35
• Max Passengers: 8
• Electric Heads: 4
• Total Showers: 4
• King Cabins: 1
• Queen Cabins: 3
• Yacht Layout

Electronics

• WiFi: Onboard WIFI
• TV / DVD Player
• Stereo: Yes
• Water Maker

Standard Items

• PFDs & Safety Equipment
• Linens and towels: Yes
• First Aid Kit
• Air Conditioning: With Generator
• Underwater Lights
• Guests Allowed to Smoke: Yes

Water Toys / Entertainment

• Dinghy: 15 ft
• Outboard: 70P
• Snorkeling gear: Yes
• Kayak Number Allotted: 1
• Stand Up Paddle Board: Yes
• Stand Up Paddle Board Number Allotted: 2
• Floats: Yes
• Children Skis
• Beach Games

Lift Efoil Float Mats

Scuba & Fishing

• Scuba Diving: Offered on Board
• Scuba Diving Resort Course
• Full Course
• Scuba Details: Qualified Divemaster onboard, available for guiding certified divers up to 3 dives per week included.
• Scuba Compressor On Board: No
• Number of BCs: 6
• Number of Regulators: 6
• Number of Weights: 8
• Number of Dive Lights: 8
• Underwater Camera
• Underwater Video
• Fishing Gear On Board: Yes
• Fishing Gear Type: Trolling & Casting
• Guest Fishing License Required: Yes
• Yacht Registered For Fishing (BVI): Yes

Crew Details

• Number of Crew: 3
• Sample Menu
• Captain Name: Jos Smart
• Captain Nationality: British
• Captain Age / Born: 1991
• Captain Licenses: RYA Yachtmaster
• Chef Name: Julia Taylor
• Chef Nationality: British
• Chef Age / Born: 1987
• Crew Smokes: No
• Yacht Brochure

Purified Drinking Water. Reusable Water Bottles.

• Pet Type: N/A
• Accommodate Special Diets

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Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel, there is no refund unless we are able to resell your charter dates. Trip insurance is highly recommended.

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Payment schedule.

More Than 6 Months Prior to Charter Start: 25% of the Charter Fee is Due 6 Months Prior to Charter Start: 50% of the Charter Fee is Due 45 Days Prior to Charter Start: Full Charter Fee + Additional Fees (if Applicable) are Due

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If you are obtaining a quote, information, booking travel for and/or securing or procuring a Charter (as that term is defined in Section 1 below) for more than just yourself, all references below to “Charterer” or “you” (and derivations thereof) shall be read to mean you on behalf of yourself and each individual within your group for whom you are obtaining a quote, information, booking travel for and/or securing or procuring Charter.

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• Prepaid Charter Reservations . Typically, Broker negotiates charter rates in advance with the yacht owner or charter company (“ Charter Provider ”) to obtain cost-effective rates, and facilitate reservations and availability for yacht charters, excursions and travel (the “ Charter ”). Broker also provides services to you by facilitating the booking of reservations for consideration and receives a commission from the Charter Provider (the “ Broker Fee ”). The Broker Fee is included in the pre-negotiated Charter rate provided to you, plus taxes and other fees where applicable. You agree that your payment is for the total amount set forth in the applicable Charter agreement (which Charter Provider may refer to as a Charter Contract, Charter Agreement, Booking Terms & Conditions, Instructions and Terms for Accommodations, as well as other derivations) provided to you by Broker (“ Charter Agreement ”). Upon execution of the Charter Agreement and receipt of the applicable deposit, you will have made a reservation for the Charter that authorizes Broker to facilitate the Charter on your behalf (“Charter Reservation”), including making payment arrangements with the Charter Provider. You further agree that Broker is a third-party beneficiary to the Charter Agreement and shall have the right to enforce such agreement to the extent it deems such enforcement necessary or advisable to protect its rights hereunder or under the Charter Agreement.

  Broker retains the Broker Fee as compensation in arranging your Charter Reservation. The Broker Fee varies based on the amount and type of Charter and/or services provided by Broker.  By making a Charter Reservation, you accept and agree to the relevant cancellation and no-show policy of the Charter Provider set forth in the Charter Agreement. Cancellation and no-show policies vary for each Charter. Carefully read the Charter Agreement and additional information provided to you by Broker. It is expressly agreed by Charterer that the Broker Fee is earned at the time the Charter Reservation is made. Late payment, wrong credit card or debit card details, invalid credit or debit cards, or insufficient funds are for your own risk and account, and you will not be entitled to any refund of any prepaid amount unless the Charter Provider expressly agrees otherwise under the Charter Agreement or in some other signed writing.

• Charter Rules and Restrictions . Additional terms and agreements will apply to your Charter Reservation and any purchase or rental of equipment or other items, supplies, provisions and travel you may select. Please read those additional terms carefully. In particular, if you have purchased airfare, please ensure that you read the full terms and conditions of carriage issued by the supplier. You agree to abide by the terms of purchase imposed by any supplier with whom you elect to deal, including but not limited to payment of all amounts when due and compliance with the supplier’s rules and restrictions regarding availability, charges, fares, and use of products and services.
• Payment . All payments must be made by personal check, bank/wire transfer, ACH payment and/or with a major credit card unless otherwise expressly stated. The total price for the Charter Reservation will be billed in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise stated. Some banks and credit card companies impose fees for international transactions. If you are making a reservation from outside of the United States on a US credit card, your bank may convert the payment amount to your local currency and charge you a conversion fee. This means the amount listed on your credit or bank card statement may be in your local currency and therefore a different figure than the amount provided by Broker for the Charter Reservation. In addition, a foreign transaction fee may be assessed if the financial institution that issued your credit card is located outside of the United States. Booking international travel may be considered to be an international transaction by the financial institution or card company. The currency exchange rate and foreign transaction fee is determined solely by your financial institution on the day that it processes the transaction. If you have any questions about these fees or the exchange rate applied to your booking, please contact your financial institution. Broker shall not be liable to you for any such service, conversion, or exchange fee.

  Broker expressly reserves the right to cancel your Charter Reservation if full payment is not timely received as set forth in the Charter Agreement.

• Cancellation and Rescheduling . You may cancel or change your Charter Reservation as set forth in the Charter Agreement by and among you, the Charter Provider and/or Broker. Please note that some Charter Providers do not permit changes to or cancellation of reservations after they are made, or after a certain date, as indicated in the Charter Agreement. You agree to abide by the terms of the Charter Agreement with respect to your Charter Reservation. Broker will not be responsible for reimbursing Charterer for any previously tendered deposits or payments by Charterer and disclaims all liability for the failure of a Charter Provider to refund or return any such funds.
• Credit Card Transactions and Chargebacks . If for any reason, any Charter Provider is unable to provide the Charter, or any part thereof, for which you have contracted, your remedy lies against the Charter Provider, and not against Broker. However, Broker will use reasonable efforts to assist you and Charter Provider in reaching a resolution to a dispute between you and the Charter Provider. In the event that your payment has already been transferred from Broker to Charter Provider or to an escrow account, you agree that you will not seek a chargeback against Broker for such amounts transferred. You further agree to indemnify and hold Broker harmless from and against any liability, loss, damage or expense (including without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees) that Broker may incur in connection with chargebacks against Broker or under the Charter Agreement and your performance thereunder. If Broker incurs any costs, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, to recover any payments charged back by your credit card company or other financial institution, you agree that you will be liable for these costs. If your payment is declined for any reason, you agree to settle any amounts owed to Broker via money order, cashier’s check, personal check or bank/ACH transfer immediately.
• Broker Responsibility . Broker makes arrangements with the Charter Provider. Broker additionally makes additional arrangements with other suppliers for the various components and other services that comprise your Charter (“Charter Suppliers”). Broker is not an agent of these Charter Providers or the Charter Suppliers (and the Charter Providers and Charter Suppliers are not agents of Broker). Broker expressly disclaims any liability for the actions or omissions of the Charter Provider and the Charter Suppliers. The Charter Providers and the Charter Suppliers reserve the right to refuse service to you at their sole discretion. Broker assumes no liability for the acts of the Charter Provider or the Charter Suppliers in refusing service. Broker is not responsible for schedule changes and does not offer compensation for those changes. Broker is not responsible under any circumstances for any injury or damages you may suffer, in connection with sea, air or ground transportation, hotel accommodations, or other travel or excursion services arranged by Broker.

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Excepting only liability that directly arises from the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Broker, you will not hold Broker responsible for any injury, damage or loss you may suffer while on a Charter, whether incurred on the Charter or in connection with any other rental, purchase, excursion or activity, regardless of the relationship of any of the foregoing with the Charter Provider or the Charter Suppliers.

• Your Responsibility . By booking a Charter with Broker, you agree to defend and indemnify and hold harmless Broker, Charter Provider, Charter Suppliers, and each of their respective officers, directors, employees and agents, from and against any and all claims, causes of action, demands, recoveries, losses, damages, fines, penalties or other costs or expenses of any kind or nature, including but not limited to reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in connection with: (i) your breach of these Terms or the documents referenced herein; (ii) your violation of any law or rights of a third party; or (iii) your use of the Broker website.

You will review your Charter Agreement and travel documents for accuracy upon receipt. You understand that it is your responsibility to review the accuracy of all details in the Charter Reservation provided to you, and that you may contact Broker if you have any questions.

You assume full and complete responsibility for checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements of your destination(s), and all conditions regarding health, safety, security, political stability, and labor or civil unrest at such destination(s).

You understand that Broker recommends purchasing travel insurance to cover certain risks inherent in travel such as supplier bankruptcy and the inability to travel due to a medical or personal emergency.

• No Warranties . All Charters, products, services, advice and information is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied to the fullest extent permitted under the law, including but not limited to, warranties of title or implied warranties of merchantability, satisfactory quality or fitness for a particular purpose. Without limiting the above, no warranty or guarantee is made (i) regarding the acceptance of any reservation request or Charter Reservation; (ii) regarding the availability of Charters, or any other product and/or services through Broker; (iii) that the use of Broker’s website will be error-free; or (iv) regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability or quality of any information, content, data, service, advice or merchandise provided by Broker or through Broker’s website.

Broker has no special knowledge regarding the Charter Provider’s or Charter Supplier’s financial condition, unsafe conditions, health hazards, weather hazards, or climate extremes at locations to which you may travel during or otherwise in connection with your Charter.

• Limitation on Liability . In no event shall Broker, Charter Provider, Charter Suppliers, and/or their respective affiliates, or any employees, agents, officers, directors, members or managers of any of the foregoing (“Broker and Charter Releasees”), be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of, or in any way connected with, your access to, display of or use the Broker’s website, the Charter or services provided to you in connection with the Charter (including, but not limited to, your reliance upon opinions of the Broker), whether based on a theory of negligence, contract, tort, strict liability, consumer protection statutes, or otherwise, and even if Broker and/or any other of the Broker and Charter Releasees have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

If, despite the limitation above, Broker or the Broker and Charter Releasees are found liable for any loss or damage which arises out of or in any way connected with any of the occurrences described above, then Broker, Charter Provider, Charter Supplier and the Broker and Charter Releasees will in no event exceed, in the aggregate, the greater of (a) the Broker Fee, and (b) One-Hundred Dollars (US $100.00).

The foregoing limitation of liability reflects the allocation of risk between the parties. The limitations specified in this section will survive and apply even if any limited remedy specified in these Terms is found to have failed of its essential purpose. The limitations of liability provided in these Terms inure to the benefit of Broker and/or its providers.

The foregoing does not affect any liability which cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.

• Limitation on Time to File Claims . ANY CAUSE OF ACTION OR CLAIM YOU MAY HAVE ARISING OUT OF RELATING TO BROKER’S SERVICES OR THE WEBSITE MUST BE COMMENCED WITHIN ONE (1) YEAR AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION ACCRUES, OTHERWISE, SUCH CAUSE OF ACTION OR CLAIM IS PERMANENTLY BARRED.
• Waiver . No waiver by Broker of any term or condition set forth in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition, and any failure of the Broker to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
• Severability . If any provision of these Terms is held by a court or other tribunal of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable for any reason, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent such that the remaining provisions of the Terms will continue in full force and effect.
• Governing Law and Mandatory Venue . The laws of the State of Florida govern the rights and obligations of the parties to this Agreement and the interpretation, construction and enforceability thereof. You agree that any action or proceeding initiated by Charterer against Broker shall be brought solely in the federal and state courts of Hillsborough County, Florida, and you submit to the jurisdiction of those courts and waive any objections to the exercise of personal jurisdiction over you by those courts. In the event any action or proceeding is initiated by Charterer in a court outside of Hillsborough County, Florida, Charterer agrees to pay Broker’s costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees associated with defending such action or proceeding and waives any and all defenses to the transfer of said action or proceeding, whether jurisdictional or otherwise, to a federal or state court in Hillsborough County, Florida.

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Shehu Aleksander

Cpt Alex is an esteemed captain who embodies a lifelong passion for sailing and yachting. His journey began in 1989, and since then, he has remained devoted to the art of sailing. With a rich history of experience, Aleksander brings not only expertise but also a deep love for the open sea. An active champion of open sea sailing, Aleksander's personal and professional life revolves around the waves. With a strong background as a manager and service provider in various restaurants, his attention to detail and hospitality skills are second nature. Beyond sailing, Aleksander is a culinary aficionado with proficiency in Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine. His extensive skill set includes STCW License, VHF License, Sailing and Power Boat Instruction, and Professional Master of Yacht for both sail and power vessels. With multilingual proficiency and a range of mechanical, electronic, and other technical skills, Aleksander is a captain who not only leads but ensures an unforgettable voyage.

OLARU AFRODITI

DECKHAND/HOSTESS

Afroditi is a skilled deck hand and hostess ready to make your every experience truly exceptional. With a commitment to learning and growing, Afroditi embarked on her journey in the sailing and charter industry, driven by a desire for enriching experiences. Organized and responsible, she thrives in ensuring smooth sailing on board. Her adaptability shines through her diverse roles, from base service to charter organizing tasks and eventually as an adept crew member. Afroditi's vibrant spirit finds joy in meeting new people and embracing diverse cultures. Currently pursuing a degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, her dedication to learning is unwavering. With a VHF license, offshore skipper license, and multilingual proficiency, including Greek, English, and Romanian, Afroditi guarantees an enjoyable and secure voyage enriched by her exceptional skills and warm personality.

GKIOULMPAMPA ANASTASIA

Anastasia is an exceptional chef with a zest for culinary excellence on crewed chartered catamarans. Hailing from Greece, Anastasia brings a rich blend of skills and experiences to the galley. Her journey started with a background in Social Work, instilling in her a deep understanding of people's needs and fostering her communication prowess. Her culinary voyage began with waitressing and barista roles, honing her adaptability and sociability. Transitioning to yacht hospitality, Anastasia's talent blossomed as a freelance hostess-cook, collaborating with prestigious names like Dream Yacht Charter. Her linguistic abilities, including English fluency, ensure seamless communication with diverse guests. Anastasia's dedication extends beyond the kitchen – she holds sailing credentials and first aid expertise, prioritizing safety alongside her gourmet creations. With her warm personality, strong work ethic, and gastronomic finesse, Anastasia promises an unforgettable culinary voyage for every chartered journey.

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Discover the adriatic.

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Let us present you to S/Y Aura – an ideal yacht for exploring the Adriatic. It is very spacious, fully equipped and comfortable for up to 6 passengers, yet small enough to allow our crew to be able to show you the most joyful and intimate experience of our beautiful Adriatic sea avoiding the beaten path of a casual traveller.

Please note that S/Y Aura is family owned and run yacht which gives us a not so common opportunity and a pleasure to be able to go above and beyond standard service in order to make your holiday really special!

Feel free to browse our website and if you would like to entrust us to create your tailor made dream vacation, or have any questions about Aura or the crew, please contact your Agent!

Stay onboard "Aura" for an unforgettable holiday!

S/Y “Aura” is the latest generation, 2018. Lagoon 42 catamaran.

The yacht can accommodate up to 6 adult passengers in 3 cabins, while the 4th cabin is reserved for the crew.

“Aura” is ideal ship for luxury charter on the Adriatic because it can maneuver in smallest coves and  lagoons unreachable on bigger yachts.

The boat is extra fitted with additional equipment and toys for truly luxurious, all-inclusive holiday.

“A man is never lost at sea.”

– ERNEST HEMINGWAY

• Life onboard

@ Elaphiti Islands near Dubrovnik

Spacious and cozy!

@ Blue Lagoon at Krknjaši archipelago

Breakfast on Aura

Healthy start of a day: Bruschette ricche (with mozzarela, cherry tomatoes & vegetables sprinkled with Olive oil & Spices)

@ Elaphiti archipelago

Fully equipped for everything

Explore The World

“The future is in the hands of those who explore and from all the beauty they discover while crossing perpetually receding frontiers, they develop for nature and for humankind an infinite love.”  ~ Jacques Yves Cousteau

Ivan Lokica

Professional sailor & mechanic with years of experience handling all types of yachts. Sailing instructor who sailed all over the Mediterranean and knows the Adriatic like his own pocket. Keeps us all safe and on the course. Speaks English.  

Sandra Radunović Lokica

Hostess&Chef

Professional physiotherapist, an experienced hostess and a chef. Keeps the yacht tidy, the crew fed, and deals with all the details for making you comfortable and happy. Fluent in English & Spanish, can communicate in Italian and Portuguese. 

“Not all who wander are lost.”

– JRR Tolkien

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The Lagoon 42 AURA is available for charter in Croatia. This catamaran can accommodate up to 6 guests in three en-suite double cabins. Its crew, Ivan and Sandra, are also a couple ashore, and they are highly recommended for ther dedication and kindness. AURA can also be chartered with a skipper only.

The crew of the AURA also has an amazing program at offer, which can be booked on request: – Relaxing SPA treatments on board for € 2,400 per charter group and includes up to 2 massages per day. You can choose between a Mediterranean relaxation/anti-stress massage, a sports massage, a deep tissue massage, a medical massage, a foot massage, an anti-cellulite massage, a neck and scalp dream massage, a Mediterranean peeling and a Sothys Hydra treatment. Morning gymnastics and stretching.

Main features

Amazing Crew

RC remote controlled sail boat

Spanisch speaking Hostess

Ipod Station

Guest accommodation

Aura has 3 en suite double cabins

3 double cabins

Tenders & Toys

remote controlled sail boat

Drone camera

Spanish and English speaking

Ipod docking station

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The prices are per week

Incuded: Accommodation on the yacht, crew of 2, internet (WIFI), bed linen, beach and bath towels, bathroom accessories, final cleaning, on-board equipment, tourism taxes, VAT.

Excluded: Food and drinks, harbour and anchorage fees, fuel, guide, excursions and other activities, entrance fees for national parks, one-way fees (Split – Dubrovnik: 600 €), transfers from/to airports, tips for the crew.

Additional packages (on request): -Relaxing SPA treatments on board for €2,400 per charter group. This includes up to 2 massages per day. Guests can choose between: Mediterranean relaxation/anti-stress massage, sports massage, deep tissue massage, medical massage, foot massage, anti-cellulite massage, neck and scalp dream massage, Mediterranean peeling, Sothys Hydra treatment. Morning exercises and stretching are also included. – Kayak (at an additional cost of €150 per week).

Tipping the crew: Although at the discretion of the crew, a tip of 10-15% of the charter price is customary.

CYBA/MYBA terms and conditions apply.

APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance): 25% of the charter price. APA is an estimate paid with the balance to cover running costs during the charter (food, drinks, fuel, mooring fees and anything else guests may need during the charter). The final account will be prepared by the captain at the end of the charter and any unused funds will be refunded in full directly to the charterer. If the funds are insufficient, the captain will inform the charterer accordingly and the bills will be settled upon disembarkation.

Terms of payment: 50% of the charter price within 7 days of signing the charter contract, the remaining 50% plus VAT plus APA, at least 5 weeks before the start of the charter.

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Aura 51 Smart Electric, a big step towards eco-boating

By 2030 all the catamarans delivered by the group should be  100% electric . To achieve this goal, the Shipyard has created an  innovation platform ,  OD Sea Lab , and before doing anything else, has carried out a 360° audit of its  carbon footprint  based on the independent GHG protocol (Greenhouse Gas Protocol).

“Aware of the urgency of preserving the planet, we are living through a great cultural change and the new generation expects much of us at the dawn of this new era and these realisations. Our owners are also changing their needs and today expect their boat to be more  environmentally responsible , while maintaining a high level of demand in terms of comfort. As part of an external audit, it has been established that 20% of our carbon footprint comes from production and 80% from the use of the  boats .”

Romain Motteau, Deputy CEO.

Aura 51, a new generation of electric catamaran?

The first electric motors on the Aura 51 Smart Electric

With only one internal combustion engine for 2 electric motor, the Aura 51 is slowly moving towards all-electricity. This Aura 51, the new model from Fountaine-Pajot, differs from her 4,000 predecessors by the new technology she carries. The advances involve the two pods, one under each hull, that propel the boat at the same time as their hydrogenerator is producing electricity, in addition to the energy provided by the solar panels.

We started the  smart electric project  more than a year ago. Fountaine Pajot partnered with several French companies, recognized for their expertise in power electronics, energy management, and marine propulsion. Our objective was not only to design a  boat with an electric motor , but we also wanted to develop a new approach by designing a  fully electric boat  offering a new experience in life on board and the use of the boat.

It’s a whole new experience for our customers, a zero-emissions experience, an experience marked by silence! This ambitious project proves the capacity of the Fountaine Pajot group to move quickly towards the  elimination of carbon from our cruising . The architecture of this system incorporates  powerful and highly efficient electric motors  tailor-made for our  boats , they are equipped with fixed or folding propellers designed specifically to optimize performance. These motors are also designed to produce the maximum energy in a  hydrogeneration  mode under sail.

To allow complete management of energy on board, we have also developed tailor-made electronics to manage all the energy flows of the  catamaran . Energy for propulsion, as well as Energy for life on board in direct or alternating current. The system also manages the boat’s energy production, including  solar panels ,  hydrogeneration  and, if necessary, automatic production by the single generator! We use  high-capacity lithium batteries  for storage, allowing several hours of motoring and ensuring  high levels of self-sufficiency  when at anchor!

In addition, fully custom-developed software allows you to control the entire system. It integrates a new complementary interface to manage the propulsion, but also the consumption and production of energy in real time! The  Aura 51 Smart Electric  is the result of collaborative work carried out by more than 60 technicians, engineers, electrical experts, who have actively worked for several months to develop a unique experience.’’ A great demonstration of the  OD Sea Lab   innovation platform .’’

Mathieu Fountaine, Deputy CEO, and head of the Smart Electric project.

Come and visit the Aura 51 in her standard version:

The  Aura 51 in her “classic” version  will also be present at the  Grand Pavois boat show in La Rochelle , France, and at  the Barcelona boat show in Spain . The entire Fountaine Pajot team, as well as the dealers, will be happy to welcome you at these boat shows to help you discover in more detail this new model, already emblematic of the Sailing Catamarans range.

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3-cabin sailing yacht Bavaria C38 - Aura was built in 2024 and it is docked in Marina Tribunj, Croatia.

Aura can accommodate up to 8 people in 3 double cabins and a saloon with 2 extra beds. Pillows and blankets are included in the price.

Sailing yacht Aura offers 2 toilets with a shower .

Boat equipment features rolling mainsail, bimini and bow thruster . It also boasts audio system, outside speakers and inside speakers . The fully-equipped galley includes an oven, cooker, sink and kitchen utensils .

This sailing yacht is operated by the charter company Zen Yacht Charter.

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Services & Extras

Excluded charges.

• Transit log (Final cleaning & bed linen)
• 300 € per rental mandatory
• Tourist Tax
• 1.40 € per person per day mandatory
• Refundable Security Deposit
• 2,000 € per rental mandatory
• Deposit Insurance (reduces refundable security deposit to 100 EUR)
• 200 € per rental optional

Good to know

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Yacht pick-up address

Yacht pick-up

Yacht drop-off

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Cancellation / Payment policies

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to your selection. Please check the payment conditions when selecting the price above. Check price Check price

Sailing licence required

Pets are welcome. Additional charges may apply.

Payment methods accepted by charter company

Information about the marina

Marina Tribunj boasts a wide range of facilities for sailors, including an ATM , WiFi , a launderette , an exchange office , a car park , a petrol station , a toilet and showers .

It also offers a restaurant and a supermarket .

All berths are connected to water and electricity .

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