Lagoon 42 | Victoria

Catamaran · Eden Island Marina · VPM Bestsail - EIS Finance SARL

4 cab 10 berths 12.8m 2023
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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Mahe, Victoria (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)
Jan
28°
9h 21
Feb
28°
10h 21
Mar
29°
10h 17
Apr
29°
10h 15
May
29°
11h 23
Jun
28°
11h 27
Jul
27°
10h 29
Aug
27°
10h 28
Sep
27°
10h 28
Oct
28°
11h 21
Nov
29°
11h 16
Dec
28°
10h 18
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)

Environmental Levy (p.P.)
€8 per person per night mandatory
SMSA Handling Fee
€25 per rental mandatory
End Cleaning, Consumables (Gas + Water) Catamaran 41'-45' (Deposit) SEZ
€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)

One Way (Mahé -> Praslin/La Digue)
€500 per rental optional
Hostess (+ provisioning) SEZ
€150 per night optional
Kayak (Deposit € 200,-) SEZ
€20 per night optional
SUP (Deposit € 200,-) SEZ
€20 per night optional
Fishing Rod (Deposit € 200,-) SEZ
€15 per night optional
Cook (+ provisioning) SEZ
€150 per night optional
Skipper (+ provisioning, + damage waiver) SEZ (Amirante) 2024/2025/2026
€210 per night optional
Full Board (1-5 Guests) SEZ
€60 per night optional
Rebooking Fee (Latest 4 weeks prior to departure)
€1,000 per rental optional
Damage Waiver Seychelles (up to 45')
€35 per night optional
Skipper (+ provisioning, + damage waiver) SEZ 2024/2025/2026
€180 per night optional
Cook (+ provisioning) SEZ (Amirante)
€180 per night optional
Full Board (min. 6 guests) SEZ
€50 per night optional
Transfer - Taxi (Mahe Airport - VPM Base)
€50 per rental optional
4 Cabins
10 Berths
4 Toilets
12m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length12.8m
Beam7.7m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC4
Year2023
TypeCatamaran
Deposit€7,000

Equipment (13 aboard · 39 not)

  • Air condition
  • Radio-CD player
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Generator
  • Solar Panels
  • Inverter
  • Water maker
  • Chart plotter
  • Electric winches
  • Bimini
  • Sprayhood
  • Dinghy
  • Heating
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Game console
  • Wi-Fi & Internet
  • Convertible table
  • Electric toilet
  • Holding tank
  • Autopilot
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Radar
  • Spinnaker
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • 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
USB sockets in each cabin (except small single cabins in the front)
2x sunlounger pads for trampoline
Sunlounging area curshions with lifting backrest on foredeck
Set of reinforced standard sails with lazy bag + cover

incl. Gen. & A/C, Watermaker
SailChecker Expert View

Perfect for families Victoria is an excellent choice if you're chartering with kids or a larger group, four cabins and space for ten berths mean everyone gets their own bunk, and the catamaran's stability makes it beginner-friendly for nervous sailors. The 2023 build is reassuringly modern, so you won't be wrestling with elderly systems mid-charter.

Well-equipped cruiser This boat ticks all the practical boxes: water maker and generator mean you're genuinely independent, while solar panels keep running costs down on longer trips. The air conditioning, electric winches, and modern chart plotter make extended sailing comfortable rather than a endurance test, and the sprayhood protects you during those inevitable wet passages.

Solid value proposition At 12.8 metres, Victoria punches above her weight for group charters, and the €7,000 deposit is reasonable. You're getting a relatively new catamaran with serious cruising credentials at what appears to be fair-market pricing for the Med or Caribbean.

One heads-up VPM Bestsail's 3.8-star rating from only four reviews is thin data, worth asking the operator directly about recent charter feedback and what those reviews actually flagged before committing. A quick phone call could save you surprises once you're aboard.

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

The marina & destination

Based at Eden Island Marina, in Mahe, Victoria, Seychelles. Victoria is operated by VPM Bestsail - EIS Finance SARL.

Why this is a great starting point

Eden Island Marina in Victoria is the primary charter base in the Seychelles, positioned perfectly for exploring the inner islands of the Mahe group. Week 1 typically involves gentle sailing to nearby islands such as Praslin and La Digue, with consistent trade winds and short passages of 15-30 nautical miles that suit both experienced sailors and those acclimatising after long-haul travel. The protected anchorages around these islands offer good holding and predictable conditions, making this an ideal base for building confidence before considering longer passages to the outer islands.

Frequently asked questions
Can Victoria be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Victoria 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 Victoria?
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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