Catamaran Comparison · 2026

Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 vs Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47

Two near-neighbours in the 38–47 foot class — here's how they actually differ on the water.

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At a Glance

Fountaine Pajot

Lucia 40

The Lucia 40 is a 38-foot 3-cabin catamaran launched in 2017. Best for couples, small family, first time charter. A balanced cruiser that does many things well.

Fountaine Pajot

Tanna 47

The Tanna 47 is a 47-foot 4-cabin catamaran launched in 2021. Best for family, performance, modern lovers. A proven family-friendly layout.

Quick Comparison

Spec	Lucia 40	Tanna 47
Length overall	38 ft (11.73 m)	47 ft (14.34 m)
Beam	6.5 m	7.7 m
Cabins (guest + crew)	3 + 1	4 + 2
Max guests	6	8
Year introduced	2017	2021
Best for	couples, small family, first time charter	family, performance, modern lovers
Standout amenity	AC, watermaker	AC, generator
Charter regions	Caribbean, Mediterranean, Mexico & Central America, Red Sea & Middle East, Northern Europe & Baltic, US East Coast & Florida	Caribbean, Mediterranean, South Pacific, South America & Galápagos
Indicative price (bareboat low season)	$8,000	$7,000
Indicative price (crewed peak season)	$22,500	$57,500
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Pricing data drawn from current-season bookings across BVI and Mediterranean bases. Updated quarterly.

Design & Comfort Differences

The two boats feel meaningfully different on board, even within the same nominal size class. Three specific differences worth knowing:

Saloon and deck space. The Lucia 40 has a classic enclosed saloon with a wide aft deck; the Tanna 47 offers a more conventional enclosed saloon.
Cabin configuration. Both boats offer 3 (Lucia 40) vs 4 (Tanna 47) guest cabins. If you need 4 equal cabins for a multi-couple charter, the Tanna 47 is the better fit. Otherwise they're both fine for a single-family layout.
Amenities & kit. Lucia 40 comes with AC, watermaker, dinghy, solar. Tanna 47 adds generator, BBQ.

Performance Differences

Neither boat is a racer; both are cruising catamarans. But the Tanna 47.

In light air (under 10 knots true wind), the heavier-displacement boat will feel slightly sluggish; in 15–20 knots trade-wind conditions both perform similarly. In big Med Meltemi/Mistral conditions (25+ knots) the Tanna 47's wider 7.7 m beam will initially feel more stable but pushes more water resistance.

For bareboat charters both behave predictably under sail and under power. We rarely see either one out-sail the other in normal charter conditions.

Price & Value

In current-season data, the Lucia 40 starts at $8,000/week bareboat (low season, BVI or Greece) and the Tanna 47 starts at $7,000/week. At the high end (crewed, peak season) we see the Lucia 40 reach $22,500/week and the Tanna 47 reach $57,500/week.

For most charterers the price difference is small (~$500–$1,500/week) compared to the total trip cost — meaning amenities, layout and your destination matter more than sticker price when choosing between two boats this similar.

Which Should You Choose?

If you're a family with kids

Choose the Tanna 47. It's the calmer, family-oriented platform; the layout is forgiving for first-time charterers with kids aboard.

If you want performance / a sailing-feel boat

Choose the Tanna 47. It was designed with sailing performance in mind — the helm feels more responsive and you'll enjoy being on the wind.

If you want luxury / open-space

Both are mainstream cruising layouts. For a true "luxury first" catamaran consider a Bali 5.4 or Sunreef 60 — but at very different price points.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lucia 40 bigger than the Tanna 47? ▾

The Lucia 40 is 38 ft (11.73 m) long with a 6.5 m beam, while the Tanna 47 is 47 ft (14.34 m) with a 7.7 m beam. The Tanna 47 is the longer boat, but the difference of 9 ft may be marginal once you step on board.

Which is better for a family — Lucia 40 or Tanna 47? ▾

The Tanna 47 is the stronger family pick — designed with family / performance in mind, with 4 guest cabins and a layout forgiving for kids new to sailing. The Lucia 40 leans couples / small family — fine for older families with sailing experience.

Which is better value — Lucia 40 or Tanna 47? ▾

The Tanna 47 is the lower-priced option (starts around $7,000/week bareboat), with the Lucia 40 starting around $8,000/week. The price difference of ~$1,000/week is usually worth it if you specifically want couples; otherwise the Tanna 47 gives you most of the experience.

Can the Lucia 40 and Tanna 47 charter in the same destinations? ▾

Lucia 40: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Mexico & Central America, Red Sea & Middle East, Northern Europe & Baltic, US East Coast & Florida. Tanna 47: Caribbean, Mediterranean, South Pacific, South America & Galápagos. Where they overlap (often the Caribbean + Mediterranean), they're both well-supported by local charter fleets and you can usually get a checkout sail either way.

How many guests can each boat sleep? ▾

Lucia 40: 3 guest cabins + 1 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 6 guests in standard charter config. Tanna 47: 4 guest cabins + 2 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 8 guests. The Tanna 47 sleeps more; pick that one for larger groups.

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