Honu Moana (Elba 45)
2024 · 13.4 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
13.4m · 2024 · Catamaran
About the Fountaine Pajot Elba 45
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Launched
- 2020
- Hull type
- Catamaran
Video: Fountaine Pajot on YouTubeFountaine Pajot Elba 45 at catamarans-fountaine-pajot.com
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for groups This 2024 Elba 45 catamaran sleeps up to 8 across four cabins, making it ideal for families or friends wanting to split costs on a larger vessel. The spacious layout typical of catamarans means everyone gets comfortable personal space without feeling cramped.
Excellent creature comforts You're looking at a genuinely well-equipped boat, air conditioning, heating, washer/dryer, water maker, and solar panels with inverter all reduce the "roughing it" factor considerably. Wi-Fi connectivity and a generator mean you won't lose touch with the world, and the swimming platform with SUP gear keeps water activities accessible.
Solid value proposition At €5,000 deposit with 2024 build-year, this represents reasonable value for a modern four-cabin catamaran, especially if the weekly rate is competitive for the region. The inclusion of dinghy, outboard, and practical systems (radar, autopilot, electric toilets) means fewer surprise rental extras.
Charter base location missing The operator listing shows S2P Sailing but no base location is specified in your data, this matters for flight connections and travel time from major European airports. Before booking, confirm where the yacht is based and factor in ground transfers; if it's somewhere remote in the Mediterranean, you may need an extra travel day compared to established charter hubs.
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Where Charters Went
If you're planning a yacht charter from Toulon, Hyères and the Îles d'Or, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
We can help you work through a charter route from Toulon, Hyères and the Îles d'Or for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
- Rade de Porquerolles43%
- Anse de la Fausse Monnaie24%
- Rade de Port Cros17%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Port de Bormes-les-Mimosas
Based at Port de Bormes-les-Mimosas, France . Honu Moana is operated by S2P Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Port de Bormes-les-Mimosas · France
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence accepted plus VHF. Corsican operators check thoroughly; Côte d'Azur operators usually rely on a sailing CV plus a brief on-water check.
- Security deposit
- €5,000
- 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 France
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Côte d'Azur: Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Tropez bases. Many low-cost European connections.
Corsica west: Ajaccio, Propriano. Smaller airport; connect via Paris or Marseille.
Corsica east. Closer if you're starting from Saint-Florent or Bastia bases.
Possible routes
France · French Riviera and Corsica
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Côte d'Azur
Glamorous but moorings are pricey in summer; alternate marina nights with anchor nights.
1Antibes
2Cannes
3St Tropez
4Porquerolles
Corsica · north and west
Wild, mountainous, and far less crowded than the mainland, Corsica is a different charter than people expect.
1Ajaccio
2Sanguinaires
3Girolata
4Calvi
5Saint-Florent
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