Lungta (Neel 43)
2022 · 13.1 m · 5 cabins · 8 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
13.1m · 2022 · Catamaran
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for adventurers The Neel 43 is a modern trimaran that really suits sailors seeking something different, this isn't your standard monohull charter. The 2022 build is relatively new, and the five-cabin layout easily sleeps eight, making it excellent for groups or families wanting separate sleeping space without feeling cramped.
Standout design features Trimarans like this offer exceptional stability and shallow draft, meaning you can explore skinny anchorages and coastal areas that traditional yachts simply can't reach. The solar panels and inverter suggest eco-conscious cruising capability, while the autopilot and modern navigation gear (chart plotter, radar) let you sail comfortably without constant hand-steering on longer passages.
Solid value proposition A five-cabin 2022 boat at this deposit level represents reasonable value for a larger group charter. You're getting premium build quality and contemporary systems, which typically justifies the asking price for newer tonnage in this size bracket.
One honest note Trimaran charters aren't as mainstream as monohulls, so crew experience matters, if your group hasn't sailed one before, budget for a proper briefing or consider a skipper. Also, the outboard engine is fine for auxiliary use, but confirm fuel capacity and range match your planned itinerary, especially if you're chartering internationally with long legs between ports.
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Where Charters Went
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from La Rochelle, Île de Ré and Oléron during the 2026 season so far. 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.
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 La Rochelle, Île de Ré and Oléron, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Saint-Martin-de-Ré47%
- Saint-Denis-d'Oléron35%
- Joinville29%
Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
La Rochelle
Based at La Rochelle, France . Lungta is operated by Open Sail.
Good to know
- Location
- La Rochelle · 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
- €5,000
- 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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