Fountaine Pajot - Lavezzi 40

The Lavezzi 40 has been hailed as the new reference in cruising catamarans with its innovative design, advanced technology and superior handling.

Fountaine Pajot Catamarans have proven themselves as a yacht perfectly suited to Charter in Australia. Queensland Yacht Charters, as one of the Whitsunday crusing areas oldest and most respected yacht charter companies, have committed to adding a rang of Fountaine Pajot Catamarans to their fleet. Their first Lavezzi 40 is already oredered and due for delivery in Mid 2008 and already has a very satisfying level of forward bookings.

The catamaran boasts an extremely open and airy saloon with an aft facing semi-circular galley. A large opening hatch combined with the off-centre door turns the galley into an integral part of the cockpit – a great advantage in Australia's warmer climate.

The galley is located on the port side, leaving ample space for the table and bench seating, with enough room for eight people. The saloon of the Lavezzi 40 features roomy cupboard space in the galley and for the new chart table. The instrument panel has been incorporated into a user-friendly facade.

The centrally accessed cockpit features a rest area close the helm station, as well as a dining area with a table at which eight can be seated comfortably.

To reduce noise levels in the cabins, the engines have been installed in the aft holds, which are independent from the cabins and allow easy access for maintenance purposes.

The Lavezzi 40’s sail plan is generous with an upwind area of 90m2. The genoa winches are laid out in such a way as to keep the cockpit as clear as possible, making manoeuvres even easier and helmed without difficulty by just one person.