Shangri-La | Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 catamaran rental

Starting at Alimos marina in the Athens/ Saronic region of Greece, sailors have direct access to calm coastal cruising routes and historic island destinations across the Saronic Gulf. Available for bareboat and skippered charters, the Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 Shangri-La is a 2019 catamaran from builder Fountaine Pajot. She measures 12.58 m (41 ft) in length overall with a draft of 1.25 m (4 ft).

The catamaran accommodates up to 12 people across 4 cabins, 2 crew cabins, and 4 heads with electric toilets. For onboard comfort, Shangri-La features air conditioning powered by an onboard generator. Solar panels and an inverter support battery health at anchor and extend time between port calls, while an oven and outdoor speakers provide added convenience during time spent on board.

Under sail, she is rigged with a full batten mainsail and controlled via a steering wheel, supported by an autopilot, VHF radio, and navigation charts and nautical guide. Auxiliary propulsion comes from two 40 HP engines, backed by a 470-liter fuel tank and a 700-liter water tank. Snorkeling equipment and an outboard engine are also supplied for coastal activities and exploration. The vessel is operated and managed by the charter company Athenian Yachts.