VIVE L'AMOUR Yacht Charter — 12.2m Fountaine Pajot sailing catamaran for 4 guests, with a crew of 1
- Length
- 12.2 m
- Guests
- 4
- Cabins
- 2
- Crew
- 1
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Year
- 2022
12.2m · Fountaine Pajot · sailing catamaran
VIVE L'AMOUR at a glance
VIVE L'AMOUR is a 12.2m Fountaine Pajot sailing catamaran launched in 2022, sleeping 4 guests in 2 cabins with a crew of 1. Her charter season is Winter 2026 in the Caribbean.
- Length
- 12.2 m
- Guests
- 4
- Cabins
- 2
- Crew
- 1
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Year
- 2022
Blue Ocean Club overview
Fountaine Pajot launched her in 2022
Fountaine Pajot launched VIVE L'AMOUR in 2022.
She measures 12.2 m in length, 6.7 m across the beam, 1.2 m of draft.
She has a listed cruising speed of 6 knots and a top speed of 10 knots.
01 · On deck
BBQ. Swim platform
On deck: BBQ and Swim platform.
The outdoor spaces serve up to 4 guests.
02 · Where she cruises
the Bahamas. Winter 2026
VIVE L'AMOUR is offered for charter in the Caribbean.
Winter 2026: Bahamas.
Summer 2027: Bahamas.
03 · The crew
A crew of 1
A crew of 1 runs VIVE L'AMOUR, under Captain Tyler Van Roden.
Interiors
VIVE L'AMOUR interiors
Listed on board: air conditioning, tv saloon and wi-fi.
Smoking policy: no smoking.
Accommodation
2 cabins
VIVE L'AMOUR sleeps 4 guests in 2 cabins.
Water toys
VIVE L'AMOUR water toys and tenders
Every item below is listed for VIVE L'AMOUR.
Paddle and sail
Kayaks · Kite board equipment · Paddleboards
Diving
Diving equipment
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Underwater video
- Diving insured: No
Route inspiration · Winter 2026
Journeys in the Bahamas
Winter 2026: Bahamas. These routes follow waters this yacht is listed for.
On board
Amenities and equipment
As listed for this yacht.
Listed amenities
- Air Conditioning
- BBQ
- Big game fishing gear
- Indoor audio system
- iPod dock
- Swim platform
- TV saloon
- Wi-Fi
About the yacht
About VIVE L'AMOUR
Description as supplied.
VIVE L'AMOUR yacht available for charter. Built in 2022 with a charter price from $15,500 for up to 4 guests in 2 suites with a crew of 1.
Particulars
VIVE L'AMOUR specifications
- Length
- 12.2 m
- Length (ft)
- 40 ft
- Beam
- 6.7 m
- Draft
- 1.2 m
- Category
- Sailing
- Hull
- Multihull
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Year launched
- 2022
- Guests (sleeping)
- 4
- Cabins
- 2
- Crew
- 1
- Engine
- 2 x 30HP Volvo Engines Cummins Onan Generator
- Cruising speed
- 6 kn
- Maximum speed
- 10 kn
- Cruising speed (km/h)
- 11.1 km/h
- Maximum speed (km/h)
- 18.5 km/h
- VAT registered
- No
- USA duty
- No
- Smoking
- No smoking
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
VIVE L'AMOUR charter rate & availability
| Season | Period | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2026 | Bahamas | €13,800 – €14,700 per week |
| Summer 2027 | Bahamas | €13,800 – €14,700 per week |
The published rate and availability are confirmed for the requested dates.
Need the cost structure first? Read the Blue Ocean Club guide to base charter fees, APA and taxes.
Who VIVE L'AMOUR suits
VIVE L'AMOUR is a 12.2 m sailing catamaran that provides an intimate setting for a party of 4. With 2 cabins and a crew of 1, she suits a couple or a small family seeking a private experience. Guests can enjoy the air conditioning and indoor audio system when relaxing on board, while the kayaks and paddleboards provide active moments in the water.
When assessed against 4 similar yachts in the Bahamas, she sits close to the typical length and build year. She takes fewer guests than most alternatives in the region, which contributes to a more personal atmosphere. Furthermore, her weekly rate is lower than the other vessels evaluated in this group, providing a practical choice for those exploring these waters.
The best time to experience the Caribbean and the Bahamas is from December through April, as these months feature steady trade winds and dry conditions. May provides warm and calm weather, which is pleasant for sailing. While she remains in these regions through June, July, August, September, October, and November, guests should note the seasonal weather patterns during those months. Planning a trip between January and April allows for the most consistent conditions across her cruising grounds.
Written by Blue Ocean Club from this yacht's listed particulars and checked against them line by line. The yacht's own description is shown separately on this page.
What a week aboard VIVE L'AMOUR costs all-in
Our planning estimate, built on the listed weekly rate shown in the rate section. APA, tax and gratuity are typical figures; your charter contract sets the final amounts.
- Charter fee per guest per night
- $554 – $589
- Weekly rate ÷ 4 guests ÷ 7 nights, before APA, tax and gratuity.
- Nearest airports · Bahamas
- Nassau (NAS); Exuma (GGT) and private airstrips in the Out Islands
- Nassau's marinas are about 20–30 minutes from Lynden Pindling International; regional and private flights reach the Exumas.
- Typical extras
- APA 25% (typical for sailing yachts and catamarans), gratuity 15%, Bahamas charter tax 14%.
- 10% VAT plus a 4% charter fee, paid to the Bahamas Port Department.
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $15,500 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $3,880 |
| Bahamas charter tax (14%) | $2,170 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $2,330 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $23,880 |
| Charter fee (listed rate) | $16,500 |
| Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) (25%) | $4,130 |
| Bahamas charter tax (14%) | $2,310 |
| Crew gratuity (customary) (15%) | $2,480 |
| Estimated all-in week | ≈ $25,420 |
The APA is an advance for fuel, food, drinks, berths and similar running costs; unspent APA is returned. Some yachts are offered on all-inclusive terms, in which case the APA line does not apply. Delivery fees, if any, are extra. How charter costs work.
VIVE L'AMOUR and similar yachts in the Bahamas
| Yacht | Length | Guests | Built | Weekly rate from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIVE L'AMOUR (this yacht)Fountaine Pajot | 12.2 m | 4 | 2022 | $15,500 |
| BELIEVENLeopard | 12.8 m | 4 | 2021 | $19,500 |
| FALMARIOutremer Yachting | 14.6 m | 4 | 2023 | $15,450 |
| JACKALOPEBali Catamarans | 13.4 m | 6 | 2023 | $23,000 |
| PENNY JOBali Catamarans | 13.4 m | 6 | 2022 | $24,000 |
Same type of yacht, listed for the Bahamas, closest in length, guests, rate and age. Rates of the other yachts as listed on 31 October 2026; open each yacht for its current rate.
Cruising the Bahamas: when to go and where to anchor
Best time
The primary charter season runs from mid-December through April, marked by prevailing easterly trade winds of 10 to 20 knots and dry conditions. Occasional winter cold fronts bring stronger northwesterly winds. May is warm and calm. The Atlantic hurricane season officially spans 1 June to 30 November, bringing higher humidity, increased rainfall, and lower charter traffic, though summer conditions can offer settled seas outside of tropical systems.
Practical tips
- Fly into Nassau (NAS) or Exuma (GGT); Nassau's marinas are 20–30 minutes from Lynden Pindling International, while regional and private flights access Out Island airstrips.
- Cruising permits are required upon entry, and fishing or shelling is strictly prohibited within the boundaries of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.
- Provision thoroughly in Nassau before departing for the Out Islands, where grocery selections are limited and dependent on weekly freight deliveries.
Anchorages to know
- Shroud CayLocated within the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, this uninhabited mangrove island offers tidal creeks navigable by tender and sheltered anchorage on its western side.
- Staniel CayA central Exuma hub providing protected mooring options, direct access to Thunderball Grotto, and close proximity to Big Major Cay.
- Warderick Wells CayThe headquarters of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park features a protected mooring field within a natural deep-water channel and marked hiking trails.
- Highbourne CaySituated at the northern gateway to the Exumas, it provides sheltered anchorage on its leeward side and an established marina for fuel and water.
Also listed
Listed with VIVE L'AMOUR
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VIVE L'AMOUR yacht gallery
Photographs courtesy of the yacht's charter management
VIVE L'AMOUR: your questions, answered
The most common questions we receive about chartering VIVE L'AMOUR. For anything specific to your dates, guest list or itinerary, message us directly.