Lagoon 42 | Utopia

Catamaran · Le Marin · VPM Bestsail - EIS Finance SARL

4 cab 10 berths 12.8m 2018
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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Martinique (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)
Jan
28°
11h 23
Feb
28°
11h 23
Mar
29°
12h 21
Apr
29°
12h 21
May
30°
11h 21
Jun
30°
11h 25
Jul
30°
11h 23
Aug
30°
11h 20
Sep
31°
11h 17
Oct
30°
10h 19
Nov
29°
10h 20
Dec
28°
10h 20
Prime Shoulder Off-season
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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

One-Way (Martinique <-> Guadaloupe)
€800 per rental mandatory
One-Way (Martinique <-> St. Martin)
€1,500 per rental mandatory
End Cleaning Catamaran 41'-45' FDF
€260 per rental mandatory
Refundable security deposit
Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
€7,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Cook (+ provsioning) FDF
€215 per night optional
Transfer - One-Way, each additional person (Martinique Le Lamentin Airport - VPM Base Le Marin)
€10 per rental optional
Damage Waiver Caribbean (up to 43')
€35 per night optional
Skipper (+ provisioning, + damage waiver) FDF
€280 per night optional
Crew Change (during charter) FDF
€200 per rental optional
Transfer - One-Way, 7-8 persons (Martinique Le Lamentin Airport - VPM Base Le Marin)
€145 per rental optional
Rebooking Fee (Latest 4 weeks prior to departure)
€1,000 per rental optional
Transfer - One-Way, 9-12 persons (Martinique Le Lamentin Airport - VPM Base Le Marin)
€200 per rental optional
Transfer - One-Way, 1-4 persons (Martinique Le Lamentin Airport - Le Marin Base)
€95 per rental optional
Transfer - One-Way, 5-6 persons (Martinique Le Lamentin Airport - VPM Base Le Marin)
€110 per rental optional
SUP (Deposit € 200,-) FDF
€20 per night optional
BBQ (Charcoal) FDF
€40 per week optional
4 Cabins
10 Berths
4 Toilets
12m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length12.8m
Beam7.7m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC4
Year2018
TypeCatamaran
Deposit€7,000

Equipment (7 aboard · 45 not)

  • Radio-CD player
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Solar Panels
  • Chart plotter
  • Electric winches
  • Bimini
  • Dinghy
  • Air condition
  • Heating
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Game console
  • Wi-Fi & Internet
  • Convertible table
  • Electric toilet
  • Generator
  • Inverter
  • Water maker
  • Holding tank
  • Autopilot
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Radar
  • Spinnaker
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • Sprayhood
  • Bow thruster
  • Outboard engine
  • Rudder blades
  • Flybridge
  • Hydraulic gangway
  • Tender garage
  • Tenderlift platform
  • Swimming platform
  • Swimming pool
  • Underwater lights
  • Teak Cockpit
  • Teak deck
  • Railing net
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit
  • Diving equipment
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Stand up paddle
About this yacht
New Sails in October 2023
New Solar Panels in in July 2025
SailChecker Expert View

Perfect for groups This 2018 Lagoon 42 catamaran is ideal if you're chartering with friends or family , with 4 cabins sleeping up to 10, she's genuinely spacious without feeling cramped. The dual-hull design gives you that signature catamaran stability, which matters when you've got less experienced sailors on board.

Solid modern kit You get the essentials: electric winches take the grind out of sail handling, solar panels help with power management, and the chart plotter keeps navigation straightforward. The bimini and cockpit cushions mean crew comfort is clearly a priority on this boat, which counts for longer passages or hot-weather sailing.

Reasonable value proposition At this size and spec, the €7,000 deposit sits in the mid-range for Mediterranean or Atlantic catamaran charters , fair for a well-equipped 2018 model with dual cabins and modern systems. You're paying for reliability and comfort rather than luxury, which is honest positioning.

One note on operator The 3.8/5 rating from just 4 reviews is limited feedback to judge from , worth asking SailChecker's team or requesting recent client references before committing. Operator support matters when you're flying long-haul to the base, so clarify their response times and English-speaking backup on the water.

AI-assisted insight based on yacht specifications. Our charter experts can provide personalised advice.

The marina & destination

Based at Le Marin, in Martinique, Martinique. Utopia is operated by VPM Bestsail - EIS Finance SARL.

Why this is a great starting point

Le Marin sits on Martinique's south coast and serves as the perfect launch point for exploring the southern Caribbean's best-protected anchorages; you can reach Diamond Rock, the Grenadines, and St. Lucia's pitons within 2-3 days of sailing. The trade winds blow consistently from the east, making week one ideal for island-hopping down to Bequia and Mustique before stronger winds develop mid-week. The marina itself offers good facilities and provisioning, with most charter yachts departing here to take advantage of the sheltered Windward Islands passage to the south.

Frequently asked questions
Can Utopia be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Utopia bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.
What sailing licence do I need to charter Utopia?
Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.
What's included in the charter price?
The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.
What additional costs should I expect at the base?
Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.
How does the security deposit work?
The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
Can I cancel my charter booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.
Is the yacht insured?
Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.
What documents do I need to bring?
You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.
What payment methods are accepted?
Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.
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