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Catamaran Comparison · 2026

Lagoon 50 vs Lagoon 65

Two near-neighbours in the 50–65 foot class — here's how they actually differ on the water.

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At a Glance

Lagoon
Lagoon 50

The Lagoon 50 is a 50-foot 4-cabin catamaran launched in 2018. Best for family, large group, mixed adults. A proven family-friendly layout.

Lagoon
Lagoon 65

The Lagoon 65 is a 65-foot 5-cabin catamaran launched in 2021. Best for luxury, large group, owner investor. A balanced cruiser that does many things well.

Quick Comparison

Spec Lagoon 50 Lagoon 65
Length overall 50 ft (14.76 m) 65 ft (19.8 m)
Beam 8.1 m 10.2 m
Cabins (guest + crew) 4 + 2 5 + 3
Max guests 8 10
Year introduced 2018 2021
Best for family, large group, mixed adults luxury, large group, owner investor
Standout amenity AC, generator AC, generator
Charter regions Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, South East Asia, Atlantic & Offshore, Red Sea & Middle East, South America & Galápagos Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, South Pacific, South East Asia, South America & Galápagos
Indicative price (bareboat low season) $8,500 $7,000
Indicative price (crewed peak season) $45,000 $57,500
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Pricing data drawn from current-season bookings across BVI and Mediterranean bases. Updated quarterly.

What Would Each Boat Actually Cost You?

Design & Comfort Differences

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

  1. Saloon and deck space. The Lagoon 50 has a classic enclosed saloon with a wide aft deck; the Lagoon 65 offers a more conventional enclosed saloon.
  2. Cabin configuration. Both boats offer 4 (Lagoon 50) vs 5 (Lagoon 65) guest cabins. If you need 5 equal cabins for a multi-couple charter, the Lagoon 65 is the better fit. Otherwise they're both fine for a single-family layout.
  3. Amenities & kit. Lagoon 50 comes with AC, generator, watermaker, solar, dinghy, bow thruster, ice maker. Lagoon 65 adds jacuzzi. The Lagoon 50 has a bow thruster — easier docking in tight Med slips. The Lagoon 65 has a bow thruster — easier docking in tight Med slips.

Performance Differences

Neither boat is a racer; both are cruising catamarans. But the neither — these are cruising-first boats.

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 Lagoon 65's wider 10.2 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 Lagoon 50 starts at $8,500/week bareboat (low season, BVI or Greece) and the Lagoon 65 starts at $7,000/week. At the high end (crewed, peak season) we see the Lagoon 50 reach $45,000/week and the Lagoon 65 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 Lagoon 50. 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

Neither boat is a true performance catamaran; both are cruiser-first. If sailing feel matters most, look at the Excess 14 or Nautitech 46 Open as alternatives.

If you want luxury / open-space

Choose the Lagoon 65. It's specifically tuned for indoor-outdoor living and the finish is the more premium of the two.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lagoon 50 bigger than the Lagoon 65? ▾
The Lagoon 50 is 50 ft (14.76 m) long with a 8.1 m beam, while the Lagoon 65 is 65 ft (19.8 m) with a 10.2 m beam. The Lagoon 65 is the longer boat, but the difference of 15 ft may be marginal once you step on board.
Which is better for a family — Lagoon 50 or Lagoon 65? ▾
The Lagoon 50 is the stronger family pick — it was designed with family / large group in mind, with 4 guest cabins and a layout that's forgiving for kids new to sailing. The Lagoon 65 leans luxury / large group — fine for older families with sailing experience.
Which is better value — Lagoon 50 or Lagoon 65? ▾
The Lagoon 65 is the lower-priced option (starts around $7,000/week bareboat), with the Lagoon 50 starting around $8,500/week. The price difference of ~$1,500/week is usually worth it if you specifically want family; otherwise the Lagoon 65 gives you most of the experience.
Can the Lagoon 50 and Lagoon 65 charter in the same destinations? ▾
Lagoon 50: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, South East Asia, Atlantic & Offshore, Red Sea & Middle East, South America & Galápagos. Lagoon 65: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Indian Ocean, South Pacific, South East Asia, 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? ▾
Lagoon 50: 4 guest cabins + 2 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 8 guests in standard charter config. Lagoon 65: 5 guest cabins + 3 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 10 guests. The Lagoon 65 sleeps more; pick that one for larger groups.
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