Arven (Isla 40)
2021 · 11.9 m · 4 cabins · 10 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
11.9m · 2021 · Catamaran
About the Fountaine Pajot Isla 40
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Launched
- 2020
- Hull type
- Catamaran
Video: Fountaine Pajot on YouTubeFountaine Pajot Isla 40 at catamarans-fountaine-pajot.com
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for groups This 2021 Isla 40 catamaran sleeps up to 10 across four cabins, making it ideal for families or friends wanting to explore together without the cost of booking multiple vessels. The dual-hull design naturally provides excellent stability and spacious deck areas.
Modern, practical setup You're getting a well-equipped boat with solar panels, electric winches, autopilot, and heating, thoughtful touches that make bareboat sailing more comfortable and less physically demanding. The outboard engine keeps things simple, and the dinghy is included, so you're ready to explore anchorages right away.
Value question mark With only one five-star review on record, it's genuinely hard to assess pricing fairness or compare this boat's real-world performance against peers. The €2,500 deposit is reasonable, but I'd want to see more charter history and guest feedback before committing to a week's rental.
One honest note: Sailway's single review means this operator is either new or rarely booked, which isn't necessarily bad, but it leaves you without reliable intel on their communication, support, or how well they maintain the vessel. Ask direct questions about their experience, how they handle issues mid-charter, and whether English-speaking support is available 24/7.
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 Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun 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
Serçe appeared on 22% of trips, with Ekincik and Bozburun each on 18%. The named first-night stops were Ekincik and Serçe at 7% each; the other 87% of first nights are not broken down here, and Ekincik led last nights at 10%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 47% of trips and 40 to 60 nm on 30%.
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 Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun for this type of boat.
- Serçe22%
- Ekincik18%
- Bozburun18%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Adaköy Marina
Based at Adaköy Marina, Turkey . Arven is operated by Sailway.
Good to know
- Location
- Adaköy Marina · Turkey
- Licences
- ICC, RYA Day Skipper, or equivalent plus VHF licence accepted. Sailing CV checked at the base. Hire a local skipper if your crew is light on Mediterranean experience.
- Security deposit
- €2,500
- 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 Turkey
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Gocek and the Lycian Coast: 25 minutes to Gocek bases. The standard arrival airport for the Turquoise Coast.
Bodrum Peninsula and northern Aegean Turkey bases.
Possible routes
Turkey · the Turquoise Coast
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Gocek Bay & the Lycian Coast
Sheltered bays, almost no swell, great for non-sailing partners. Ottoman ruins at Cleopatra Bay.
1Gocek
2Tomb Bay
3Sarsala
4Ekincik
5Hamam Koyu
Bodrum Peninsula
Cross-border charter (Turkey + Greece) is straightforward; bring passports and clear in at Kos.
1Bodrum
2Kos (Greece)
3Knidos
4Datça
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