Why Yacht Charter a Catamaran? Stability, Space and the Best Bays
Once the choice of sailing purists alone, the catamaran has quietly become one of the most sought-after yacht charters on the water. Here's why.
Ten years ago, a catamaran on the yacht charter market was an unusual request. Today they're the fastest-growing segment in the industry, and for good reason. If you're considering one for a Mediterranean or Caribbean week, here are the five qualities that have made them the family-favourite yacht charter of the decade.
The stability — it barely heels, and that changes everything
A catamaran's two hulls keep it remarkably level, under sail and at anchor. No tipping, far less motion, far less seasickness. For families, nervous sailors, or anyone who simply wants to enjoy a glass of wine without holding it, the difference is night and day.
If anyone in your party is unsure about yachts, a catamaran is the gentlest possible introduction.Our founder, on the water
The space — the deck of a far larger yacht
Because the living area spans two hulls, a catamaran offers enormous space for its size — vast sunbathing nets at the bow, a wide cockpit that flows seamlessly into the saloon, and a genuine sense of indoor-outdoor living. Sociable by design, perfect for groups.
Metre for metre, a catamaran feels far bigger than a monohull of the same length.Our founder, on the water
The shallow draft — it reaches the bays others can't
Catamarans sit shallow in the water, so they can tuck into coves and anchor close to shore where deeper yachts simply cannot follow. That means quieter spots, clearer water right off the steps, and the pick of the best anchorages while everyone else swings on a buoy a mile out.
The layout — cabins in separate hulls, blissful privacy
With sleeping cabins split between the two hulls, couples or families travelling together each get their own quiet wing of the yacht. It's a layout that suits multi-family yacht charters and groups of friends beautifully — together when you want to be, never on top of one another.
Two couples or a family with teenagers? The split-hull layout keeps everyone happy.Our founder, on the water
Where they shine — warm, sheltered island waters
Catamarans are at their best in calm, sheltered cruising grounds with lots of anchoring options — the Croatian islands, the Balearics, the Caribbean, the Seychelles, the BVI. Where the sailing is gentle and the bays are many, a catamaran is often the perfect choice.
Space, calm, and the best bays.
A catamaran isn't for everyone — purists still love a monohull's feel under sail. But for families, groups, and anyone who wants stability and space in warm island waters, it's hard to beat.
Talk to the FounderQuick answers
Are catamarans safer than monohulls?+
They're more stable and capsize-resistant in normal conditions, which most guests perceive as safer. Both are extremely safe in the hands of a qualified captain. The bigger difference is comfort — catamarans simply move less.
How many people sleep on a yacht charter catamaran?+
Most crewed yacht charter catamarans accommodate 6–12 guests in 3–6 cabins, with crew quarters separate. Larger luxury catamarans (24m+) can host more in greater comfort.
Where are catamarans best for chartering?+
Warm, sheltered cruising grounds with plentiful anchorages: Croatia and the Adriatic, the Balearics, the Greek islands, the BVI and wider Caribbean, the Seychelles, and parts of Southeast Asia.
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