Uiara (Lagoon 42)
2018 · 12.8 m · 4 cabins · 10 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
12.8m · 2018 · Catamaran
What KateBot thinks
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Perfect for families This 2018 Lagoon 42 catamaran suits groups and families who want space, comfort, and easy sailing. The 10-berth capacity and four cabins mean you can accommodate extended crews without feeling cramped, a real asset for multi-generational holidays.
Solid comfort features Solar panels, electric winches, and a well-equipped cockpit with cushions and bimini top show thoughtful provisioning for extended cruising. The inclusion of a dinghy, chart plotter, and radio-CD player covers the essentials for bareboat independence and entertainment.
Reasonable value proposition At this size and age (2018 build), the €7000 deposit is fair, and the catamaran hull design delivers excellent stability and shallow-draft capability, ideal if you're exploring varying seabed conditions across different charter regions.
Worth noting upfront The operator rating of 3.8/5 from just four reviews is modest, so ask specifically about their turnaround procedures, support responsiveness, and any recent feedback before committing. Given you're likely flying in internationally, confirm how quickly they respond to pre-departure questions and what their protocol is for international transfers from the airport.
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 Martinique and St Lucia
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Martinique and St Lucia during the 2025-26 winter season. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Planning your charter route
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Martinique and St Lucia, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Lower Bay63%
- Jamesby58%
- Rodney Bay42%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Le Marin
Based at Le Marin, Martinique . Uiara is operated by VPM Bestsail - EIS Finance SARL.
Good to know
- Location
- Le Marin · Martinique
- Licences
- No formal sailing licence required for most charters: operators verify experience via your sailing CV plus a brief on-water handover. A skipper can be added for £150-250 per day.
- Security deposit
- €7,000
- 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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