Foutaine Pajot ISLA 40 (Isla 40)
Marina de Portimao
Weekly prices€6,950 · 3 Oct – 31 Oct
Weeks near your dates
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families This 2022 Fountaine Pajot catamaran suits groups wanting comfort and stability, especially families with kids or mixed swimmers. The four cabins sleep eight across a proven, well-designed platform that prioritizes livability over speed.
Standout inclusions The ice maker and generator mean proper cold drinks and power for longer passages , genuinely useful on Caribbean or Mediterranean charters. You're also getting paddle boards and snorkeling gear built in, which saves money on add-ons.
Value is solid At €4,000 deposit for a newer, spacious catamaran with those amenities, this punches well above the usual charter-boat corner-cutting. You're not overpaying for the name or vintage.
One realistic note The base location isn't specified here, so before booking, confirm airport transfer times from your international gateway , some Caribbean bases require 2, 3 hours from the main hub, which eats into your first day. Clarify English-speaking crew availability too if that matters to your group.
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The marina & destination Marina de Portimao · Portugal
Based at Marina de Portimao, Portugal . Foutaine Pajot ISLA 40 is operated by The Ocean Week.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina de Portimao · Portugal
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus VHF licence is typical for bareboat charter. We confirm the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- Security deposit
- €4,000
- 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).
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