Bareboat Catamaran SPINDRIFT
Bareboat Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 for independent sailors in the BVI
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About Bareboat Catamaran SPINDRIFT
SPINDRIFT is a 2023 Fountaine Pajot Elba 45 catamaran built for sailors seeking self-skippered exploration of the British Virgin Islands. The four-cabin layout provides comfortable accommodation with en-suite bathrooms, premium bedding, and substantial storage throughout. The saloon is naturally lit and airy, whilst the galley is equipped for accomplished onboard dining.
On deck, SPINDRIFT excels in Caribbean conditions. A generous forward cockpit and expansive aft dining area flow seamlessly into a flybridge offering commanding views for both navigation and uninterrupted relaxation. The catamaran's shallow draft grants access to protected anchorages and secluded bays inaccessible to monohull vessels, whilst the twin-hull design delivers stability and reassuring comfort even in varied sea states.
This bareboat charter requires a valid skipper's licence and relevant sailing experience. Should you prefer professional guidance, a licensed skipper can join your party, occupying one guest cabin with meals provided by your charter party. Water toys including kayaks, paddle boards, and fishing equipment are available to enhance your week.
Highlights
- •2023 build with modern systems, air conditioning, generator, and watermaker for self-sufficiency
- •Four en-suite cabins accommodate up to eight guests in genuine comfort
- •Shallow draft reaches anchorages beyond typical monohull range across the BVI
- •Spacious dual cockpits and flybridge designed for both sailing and entertaining
The Charter Experience
Base yourself in Tortola and chart your own course through the Virgin Islands. SPINDRIFT's design suits both spirited sailing and leisurely anchorages, from the Baths at Virgin Gorda to the white-sand approaches of Jost Van Dyke. Dive into the region's thriving culinary culture at waterfront establishments accessible by tender, explore protected reefs ideal for snorkelling, and discover remote islands where few vessels venture. The catamaran's stability and generous on-deck space make extended cruising genuinely comfortable rather than merely tolerable.
Suggested Itinerary
A typical week might begin in Tortola, progress through the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Gorda Sound, include passages to Virgin Gorda and Anegada for world-class snorkelling and isolated beaches, and conclude with anchorages near Jost Van Dyke. Your own experience and preferences guide the daily itinerary, whether prioritising sailing, beach exploration, or extended time in favoured anchorages.
Specifications
45.0 m
10
4
8
Catamaran
2023