L'OCTANT (Neel 51 LOFT)
2017 · 16 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
16m · 2017 · Catamaran
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for stability seekers. The Neel 51 trimaran excels if you want virtually no heel while sailing, those wide hulls keep things remarkably level, which matters enormously for less experienced sailors or anyone prone to seasickness. The 2017 build is modern enough to feel reliable without premium pricing.
Standout cruising comfort. Water maker, solar panels, air conditioning, and a generator mean you can anchor off remote islands for days without running ashore for supplies or power, brilliant for the Caribbean. The included snorkeling gear and SUP add real value to tropical exploration without rental fees.
Solid value proposition. Four cabins sleeping eight, zero deposit, and comprehensive equipment (bimini, barbecue, dinghy included) make this competitive for larger groups or families splitting costs. You're getting serious self-sufficiency features that usually cost extra.
One practical note: Trimarans are wider and can be trickier in tight anchorages or crowded mooring fields, so you'll want confidence with boat handling or a thorough briefing from Windward Islands' team. That said, the trade-off in comfort and stability generally outweighs it for most charter groups.
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 South-west Corsica: Ajaccio and Propriano
If you're planning a yacht charter from South-west Corsica: Ajaccio and Propriano, 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.
Planning your charter route
We can help you work through a charter route from South-west Corsica: Ajaccio and Propriano 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.
- Calanque de la Catena28%
- Cala Genovese25%
- Cala di Roccapina24%
Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Port Charles Ornano
Based at Port Charles Ornano, France . L'OCTANT is operated by Windward Islands Yachting & Travel.
Good to know
- Location
- Port Charles Ornano · France
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- 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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