Astréa 42 : Dorella
- Length
- 12.6 m
- Toilets
- 4
Photos
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Price & Extras
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Weekly prices
Specifications
12.6m · 2020 · Catamaran
Equipment
Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.
- Autopilot
- Inverter
- Dinghy
- Refrigerator
- Electric winches
- Coffee maker
- Electric toilet
- Cockpit cushions
- Solar Panels
- Radio-CD player
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About the Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Launched
- 2018
- Hull type
- Catamaran
Video: Fountaine Pajot on YouTube Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 at catamarans-fountaine-pajot.com
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Ideal for growing families This 2020 Astréa 42 catamaran works beautifully for groups of 6, 10 seeking comfort without breaking the bank, think multi-generational crews or two families wanting to explore together. The four-cabin layout spreads people nicely, and the catamaran's stability makes it forgiving for less experienced sailors.
Modern, thoughtful touches Solar panels and an inverter mean you'll run essentials quietly at anchor; electric winches take the grunt work out of sail handling; and the electric toilet plus full galley (coffee maker included) keep everyone content on longer passages. These aren't luxury extras, they're genuinely useful for extended cruising.
Strong value proposition At this size and age with solid 2020 systems, Dorella represents honest money for what you get, especially if you're chartering internationally and want reliable, well-equipped kit without premium pricing. The €2000 deposit is reasonable.
One real note The operator has only one review on record, so you're betting on limited track record; I'd contact Sail on Wave directly to understand their service reputation and backup support before committing, particularly if you're flying long-haul to reach the base.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi during the 2026 season so far. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Calamoni appeared on 69% of trips, Finocchio Marino on 48% and Cala Dogana on 46%. San Vito lo Capo was the most common first and last night. The furthest straight-line point from base stayed under 40 nm on 76% of trips, while 24% reached over 60 nm.
Planning your charter route
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi for this type of boat.
- Calamoni69%
- Finocchio Marino48%
- Cala Dogana46%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi went
The marina & destination
Marsala Marina
Based at Marsala Marina , Italy . Dorella is operated by Sail on Wave.
Good to know
- Location
- Marsala Marina · Italy
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- Security deposit
- €2,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there
Flights to Italy
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
Possible routes
Italy · west coast & islands
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
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