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Alta - Caribe 2 review
Catamaran · 55 ft (17 m) · Dominican Republic
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Key specs
- Builder
- Palmer Johnson
- Length
- 55 ft (17 m)
- Guests
- 60
- Cabins
- 5
Verdict
Alta is a genuine Palmer Johnson 2004 motor yacht, but the provided 55 ft catamaran profile is incorrect. The actual yacht is a 144 ft aluminum superyacht with 5 cabins, 12-guest charter capacity, and refits that support modern charter use, though it is not a high-speed or high-capacity vessel.
Pros
- +Palmer Johnson build with aluminum construction and 444 GT volume
- +5-cabin layout suits private charter use
- +Comfortable cruising speed and proven long-range capability
- +Recent refit supports updated onboard presentation
Cons
- −User-supplied specs are materially inaccurate versus the real yacht
- −Not a catamaran; the vessel is a motor yacht
- −Guest capacity is 12, not 60
- −Performance is modest by superyacht standards
Alta is best understood as a Palmer Johnson motor yacht from 2004, not the listed 55 ft catamaran. Public listings describe her as a 43.9 m / 144 ft aluminum yacht with 5 cabins, 444 GT, and a refined custom build rather than a sporty or minimalist platform.
On the water, Alta is tuned for efficient cruising rather than speed. Published figures place her cruising speed around 13 to 14 knots and top speed around 15 to 15.5 knots, which is in line with a full-displacement charter yacht of this size. Handling should be steady and predictable, with the beam and displacement favoring stability over agility.
For comfort and livability, the yacht’s 5-cabin arrangement and 12-guest charter capacity are strong points, and the refit history suggests the interiors remain relevant for charter expectations. That said, value is only moderate: Alta offers true superyacht scale and pedigree, but the experience is sized for intimate luxury rather than large-group entertaining or standout performance.
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