The Orana 44 incorporates all of the best input gained while Fountaine Pajot studied the field of what could be offered in a hard top, Offshore/Live-aboard catamaran. Here is the superb result...

The Orana 44

The Catamaran lifestyle... Orana 44'
Catamarans are the ideal choice for a cruising couple. They're easy to handle under power and sail. They offer a stable platform for the experienced and novice sailor alike. Modern designs, like the Fountaine Pajot, have the load carrying ability not available in older designs. They go to windward well. They tack. In fact, with over 100 ocean deliveries of 1,000 miles or more in a variety of conditions--of monohulls and catamarans--we find that catamarans offer about 20% faster passages.

So, how safe is your Fountaine Pajot? Each one does it's shake down as a trans-Atlantic to the East Coast. The insurance for a catamaran is the same or less compared to a comparably sized monohull. See much more about this in How to choose a serious voyaging catamaran... below.

The unique Orana 44

THE CATAMARAN WORLD HAS JUST CHANGED!

…and Fountaine Pajot, the world's leading builder for 30 years, is leading the way to a new generation of cruising catamarans that have the load carrying capacity, while maintaining performance. They are easily handled by one person or a couple with everything leading to the control cockpit. On the new 44' The helmsman is not isolated, but yet the helm station has room for 2-4 people. The new interior and wood treatment is awesome--you will find it Light and airy with the all new light wood treatment. The windows offer an even more panoramic view than ever before.  The all new one level living design allows you to move from cockpit to interior seamlessly with no step up or down--there is virtually no transition and no step as you move through the boat and, with the hard top, you expand the living area enormously while having the capability to have side curtains that really work so that you could A/C or heat this area!!

Not obvious, but something that works beautifully (See the slide show), is that the outside table as you see it, is a cocktail table as is. However with a quick disconnect, the inside table attaches on top of the outside table (remember, you’re under cover and in warm climates you may leave the inside table outside) and, voila! You have a full sized table outside, and what’s left inside is a cocktail table underneath!! See the slide show.

The other thing is the staterooms. Even the forward staterooms are larger and more easily accessed. The heads all have separate showers and this really works--though if there was any compromise, it was to put more room in staterooms and less in heads--we think this is the right compromise.

The owner's stateroom is to starboard and features a large, island bed that is low and easy to get into. The head/shower is extra large and the entire forward area can be customized to be an office, walk in wardrobe with washer/dryer or any combination you would like to come up with--give us a call and talk with our customizing people.

What's unique about the FP approach to the helm/control station is that it is accessible for passage or communication to the cockpit. The boom is low and it remains easy to get to the sail for tucking it in, or unsnarling anything that's come adrift. While 2 or 3 can sit at the helm and a cabriole covers the helmsman for rain and sun protection. A step forward and you're at the sail control station with every control led here.

This is the first, and only, completely successful solution that we've seen that incorporates a hard top, with an integrated helm and control station!

There is one compromise that will always occur with any raised helm station and that is visibility forward to the opposite side, and on a downwind leg. Our solution is to install two windows in the Genoa, and for those that want the ultimate solution, a video camera that has a broad view forward and displays on the helm chart plotter. An elegant solution that offers better visibility and safety than you'll find on any catamaran with any configuration. More about helm station here.

See the slide show. Loads of pictures, including pictures of custom installations. Specs. Polars Layouts. This slide show has everything. Advance or pause it at your own pace.

How to choose a serious, voyaging catamaran.

GOOD CAT, BAD CAT-a short course not brand specific, in choosing a serious, live-aboard, voyaging catamaran. We've been Fountaine Pajots leading North American dealer since the early 90's. We've customized and commissioned around 70 boats.

During this time, we've interviewed delivery captains, designers, builders and owners. We've been to the factories. We've delivered them ourselves and chartered them on the East coast and in the Caribbean. During our travels, we interviewed all of these experienced sailors and recorded their thoughts and opinions. This is the definitive, simple guide that describes what to look for in a serious, voyaging catamaran.

All about Fountaine Pajot

FOUNTAINE PAJOT Find out about how they're built, the philosophy, why they are #1 in the Catamaran industry.

FOUNTAINE PAJOT is the first French naval constructor to have obtained "QUALITY certification to ISO 9001 : 2000 Version" for its entire manufacturing cycle. This certification validates the quality initiative pursued by the company for more than 28 years and justifies your trust. Fountaine Pajot has already constructed 1420 cruising catamarans and Bay Yacht Agency has consistently been their leading, North American dealer.

The final key to success...

It has been our experience, that the final critical element in order to get your boat the way that you want her, is to have an experienced complete commissioning facility in the states as your partner. Unlike other dealers, we have had the experience of commissioning over 75 Fountaine Pajots at our central facility in Annapolis, Americas sailing capital...

We know that we can supply equipment that is more serviceable in the U.S.

We assign a personal, project manager to you. He will interview you and gain an understanding of  how you plan to use your boat, and what your expectations are. Then, we will choose and specify air conditioning systems, generators, water makers and a host of electrical and electronic equipment for local installation. We can  fabricate custom welded Biminis, storage racks and other equipment that far exceeds the minimum specifications of typical European standards. We know that you want rugged, reliable, easy to service equipment that will stand the test of time. You want luxury and comfort--all at a reasonable cost.

We will truly customize your boat for your specific requirements with equipment that will be easy to get service on in the U.S., the Caribbean or wherever your voyaging takes you, and... we do it cost effectively. Usually for far less than the comparable cost of doing the same work in Europe.

Consult with us about your specific needs, alternatives to financing, advice on dockage, insurance, commissioning, delivering your boat or whatever else that you need to know in order to move forward and make an informed decision. We're here to help. To share over 30 years of experience with the voyaging life style...

It doesn't cost, it pays to go with experience. The Bay Yacht Agency Group, serving clients since 1972. We look forward to meeting with you!

Eric Smith, President

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Your Fountaine Pajot can be customized to meet your needs.

Casual cruisers? Comfort options. Air conditioning, generator, custom canvas and designer cockpit cushions.

Live aboards? All of the above plus watermakers, upgraded refrigeration, sophisticated communication equipment and more.

Luxury? Built in offices. Custom lighting. Custom mattresses, bedding and interior decorating.

Annapolis is not called "America's sailing capital" for nothing. We host the worlds largest, in-water boat show. We have every vendor, fabricator and supplier that you could hope to find available right here-- to help commission your new Fountaine Pajot. Our local suppliers have stuff in stock that you may have to wait weeks for in other locations.

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1. Customize your Fountaine Pajot

Fountaine Pajot offers value.  Engineering, performance and quality second to none. But why are they such a great value? Because they build production boats in volume. Fountaine Pajot, Celebrates 30 years of success in 2007, and is the largest catamaran builder in the world--having built over 1,700 boats as this is written. They have a world wide market and a global perspective, offering offshore, live-aboard boats that have the load-carrying capacity to take you comfortably anywhere your dreams lead. As a bonus, compared to other production builders, FP uses the resin infusion and resin injection process to insure light, strong structures. This offers a combination of better performance with better load carrying capacity. If you like the layout, quality and look of the Fountaine Pajot of choice--you're in luck. Because of the efficiency of volume production, we will bring this extraordinary vessel to you at a cost that only slightly exceeds the so-so, entry level boats.

Most Fountaine Pajot dealers stop there. Bay Yacht Agency goes further. Our on-sight engineers will meet with you and offer to customize your Fountaine Pajot so that you end up with a custom built boat at a fraction of the cost of a completely custom built boat, or boutique boat. Compare your custom equipped, Bay Yacht Agency equipped boat to: Lagoon, Catana, Privledge or you name it--we offer the best value of the lot. So, who chooses to own a Fountaine Pajot? Frankly, we generally get more experienced buyers. Owners of entry level boats. Sailors that have experience and appreciate the quality and performance of a Fountaine Pajot.

So what if you are an entry level buyer? We will give you access to engineers, captains and experts in all phases of boat knowledge. We will provide captains to teach you and get you up to speed.

Are we the right match for you? You need to talk to us. You need to know that we offer a complete service and price guarantee. You will get no better value than to work with us. Customizing. The best price. The best service. The secure feeling that we have commissioned more Fountaine Pajots than any other dealer in America. May we help you?  More information here.     What others have said about us...

Our Boat-As-A-Business Plan offers a whole new approach. There is no less expensive way to cruise. This approach costs less than chartering. Less than owning a used boat. Less than fractional or time-share ownership.

Did you know that you're probably already paying for a new boat--you just don't have it. You're paying for it with taxes that could be diverted to equity in your new boat!

Wouldn't it be nice to travel through life with everything you need in one carry on? Here's how to simplify your life and reward your hard work. Find out more here!

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2. Place your Fountaine Pajot in our Boat-As-A-Business Plan

What it's not...

It's not a tax shelter. It's not a Charter company program. It's not "to good to be true".

What it is...

This is a unique idea--one that several tax advisers have commented on: "Innovative.", "This is the first time I have seen one of these programs set up so it will actually work.", "This is the best idea I've seen". "...(a) home based business is one of the few legal tax shelters left." Find out how to incorporate this important approach into your boat owning plans. Your retirement plan. You can own a boat in 1/3 the time for 1/3 the cost--while you enjoy it as much as you want! Tax advantages and income can reduce your costs to $0, while you have your boat professionally maintained and ready for your use anytime. You can still use your boat as much as you want, equip it the way you want and go anywhere you want...

Over 600 others have learned the secret of the easy way to boat ownership--now you can too!

Find out more here! New or used--call us to get a business plan...

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 Testimonials

Our search engine gives you access to over 70,000 boats of all types and just about all of the Fountaine Pajots worth considering. (Click the logo.)

We would be honored to become your personal broker and help you get the right boat--no matter what kind it is. We offer complete services including: Financing, Insurance, service and customizing, finding a slip, captains for moving or teaching you more about sailing--right on your own boat.

We've been in business since 1972 and have helped well over a thousand people find the right boat. Visit our brokerage page here.

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3. Fountaine Pajot Brokerage

What's the difference...
Our singular mission is to help you own a boat that you will love. Our local knowledge, brokerage expertise (35 years in business), and buyer orientation will make you comfortable with a very complex process. We'll look out for you every step of the way and eliminate the guesswork. If you don't know us personally, you may know us by our reputation. Our clients are cruising in boats they love all over the world. They all value the personal service and undivided loyalty they've received from us. You will too! 

When you look up boats on the web, or see for sale signs on boats in a boatyard--you will be talking to the broker who represents the seller! Learn more about why you should have your own broker below.

In the end, we want to earn your business as your Personal Broker.

More about appointing us as your personal broker. Use our brokerage search engine to look at over 70,000 brokerage boats. Click here.

Annapolis is known as "America's Sailing Capital" and we're on the Harbor, in the best location in Annapolis.

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Why a Fountaine Pajot hardtop?

 What's unique about the FP approach to the helm/control station is that it is accessible for passage or communication to the cockpit. The boom is low and it remains easy to get to the sail for tucking it in, or unsnarling anything that's come adrift. While 2 or 3 can sit at the helm and a cabriole covers the helmsman for rain and sun protection. A step forward and you're at the sail control station with every control led here.

This is the first, and only, completely successful solution that we've seen that incorporates a hard top, with an integrated helm and control station!

There is one compromise that will always occur with any raised helm station and that is visibility forward to the opposite side, and on a downwind leg. Our solution is to install two windows in the Genoa, and for those that want the ultimate solution, a video camera that has a broad view forward and displays on the helm chart plotter. An elegant solution that offers better visibility and safety than you'll find on any catamaran with any configuration.

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