Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 |2015 – acclaimed blue-water cruiser

MANA 987 — Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41 (2015)

MANA 987 is a 2015 Fountaine Pajot Lipari 41, one of the shipyard’s all-time best-sellers, designed by the naval architecture firm Joubert-Nivelt. Built for life aboard, she prioritizes space, ease of use, and effortless handling — whether singlehanded or with a small crew — and has earned a reputation for being rugged, dependable, and comfortable.

A Design Made for French Polynesia

Her layout is especially appealing to families and couples looking to cruise French Polynesia:

• Generous living space for a catamaran of her size (39’2″)
• A single-level saloon that opens onto the cockpit through wide sliding glass doors, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow
• Large windows throughout the saloon and cabins, bringing in natural light and airflow

Comfortable, Yet Built for Blue Water

Fountaine Pajot didn’t stop at building a pleasant catamaran to live aboard — the Lipari 41 is also known for her speed and seaworthy character. Her sail area-to-displacement ratio comes in at 11.8 m²/ton, compared to 8.2 m²/ton for a Lagoon 400 — a decisive advantage for making the most of French Polynesia, where island-to-island passages can stretch for dozens of miles.

An Owner’s Version Built for Long-Range Cruising

MANA 987 is an owner’s version: the starboard hull houses a beautiful double berth, a dedicated office/lounge area, and a spacious head, while the port hull offers two double cabins served by a central head. The saloon is generously sized for life aboard, and the galley is exceptionally well-equipped, with two refrigerators, a three-burner ENO stove, and an oven.

Storage is abundant and movement around the boat is effortless — from the moment you step aboard, it’s clear this is a catamaran built for long-distance voyaging.

A Boat Ready to Go

MANA 987 is fitted with solar panels and a watermaker. The structure and interior are in good condition, the Garmin electronics are fully functional, and the engines show just over 2,000 hours — solid proof that this boat sails as much as she motors. For long-range passages, the rigging should be inspected and the sails eventually replaced, though they remain in satisfactory condition for now.

Cosmetically, she’s in excellent shape for a 2015 catamaran, with a level of cleanliness that speaks to how carefully her owners have looked after her.

An Opportunity to Live French Polynesia Differently

Her price makes her an unbeatable value for anyone dreaming of spending a few years cruising French Polynesia by boat. MANA 987 currently holds a slip at the Papeete marina.

Contact us today to arrange a viewing.