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YEMAYA-Test
Catamaran · 45 ft (14 m) · Ibiza
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- Catana (Bali)
- Modell
- Bali 4.8
- Länge
- 45 ft (14 m)
- Gäste
- 10
- Kabinen
- 5
Urteil
The Bali 4.8 is a space-first cruising catamaran with standout livability, a very open layout, and strong charter appeal. It sails adequately for its type, but buyers prioritizing sharp handling or performance will find more focused alternatives.
Vorteile
- +Very open salon-to-cockpit layout with social, indoor-outdoor living space
- +Large beam and wide platform create excellent comfort at anchor
- +Shallow draft suits coastal cruising and island-hopping
- +Generous cabin options make it strong for charter use
Nachteile
- −Performance is more cruising-oriented than sporty
- −Wide, lifestyle-focused layout can feel less traditional under sail
- −Size and systems add complexity for owners compared with smaller cats
- −Value depends heavily on condition and equipment level in the used market
The Bali 4.8 follows the brand’s signature design philosophy: maximize usable living space and minimize barriers between cockpit, salon, and foredeck. Built on Catana’s construction approach with GRP/PVC foam sandwich structure and bonded bulkheads, it aims to combine comfort with decent rigidity and offshore-capable cruising credentials.
On the water, the boat is best understood as a comfortable cruiser rather than a performance catamaran. Its broad beam, moderate draft, and generous sail plan support steady passagemaking and easy coastal cruising, but the emphasis is clearly on stability, load-carrying, and relaxed handling rather than lively acceleration or close-winded sailing.
For livability, the Bali 4.8 is a standout. The open-plan saloon, large social areas, and multiple cabin layouts make it especially well suited to families, private groups, and charter fleets. The trade-off is that the same features add weight and complexity, so the boat’s appeal is strongest when space, convenience, and guest comfort matter more than pure sailing feel.
In value terms, the Bali 4.8 is compelling for buyers who want a premium liveaboard/catamaran charter platform with strong practical amenities. It is less compelling for sailors seeking a taut, performance-led catamaran, but as a versatile cruising model it remains one of the more compelling options in its class.


