Manatéa (Lagoon 38)
2005 · 11.5 m · 4 cabins · 9 berths
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Weekly prices
Specifications & Equipment
11.5m · 2005 · Catamaran
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
21 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Ideal for families The Lagoon 38 is a proven family cruiser with four cabins sleeping up to nine, perfect if you're chartering with extended family or friends sharing costs across the Atlantic or from Europe. The catamaran hull gives you excellent stability and shallow draft for exploring quieter anchorages.
Solid practical setup You've got the essentials covered: solar panels and an inverter mean decent power independence, autopilot takes the strain out of longer passages, and the lazy bag/jack system keeps mainsail handling relaxed. The bimini provides real shade relief in warm-weather destinations, which matters on a multi-week charter.
Fair value proposition At 2005 vintage with sensible equipment, this boat should offer reasonable weekly rates, you're not paying for cutting-edge, but you're getting a stable, well-sorted platform. The €4,000 deposit is standard for this size and age class.
Single review caveat The operator has only one five-star rating on record, so there's limited track record to assess reliability, turnaround quality, or how they handle issues mid-charter. Before booking, I'd ask ACM directly about their maintenance schedule, backup support contacts, and how many Lagoons they actively manage, peace of mind matters when flying long-haul.
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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
Hyeres
Based at Hyeres, France . Manatéa is operated by ACM Catamaran.
Good to know
- Location
- Hyeres · 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
- €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).
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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