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Bali Catamarans were born from the R&D team at the CATANA shipyard – the legendary brand that’s established themselves as a top producer of high-performance, luxury sailing catamarans . Building on a history of highly successful performance class catamarans, Olivier Poncin recognized the need for fast, light and easy-handling production cruising catamarans that would be luxuriously appointed and also competitively priced . Bali’s innovative ideas and pioneering spirit combined perfectly with CATANA shipyard’s celebrated skills to produce a revolutionary sailing experience. Bali catamarans provide abundant living space, deep comfort and excellent safety for sailors and their crew. Unencumbered decks and superior handling, along with seamless indoor/outdoor living via a tilting rear cockpit door at the touch of a button – it’s all on tap aboard a luxury Bali catamaran. The CATANA shipyard has a philosophy based on going further with speed. Bali’s catamarans are fast, luxurious and innovative ; whilst offering comfort and safety at the heart of each design. Bali catamarans take life at sea to the next level with onboard living at its best. Where excellence in innovation and design translate to life experiences and the pure joy of sailing. Bali’s extensive selection of luxury sailing catamarans range in size from 40- to 54-feet.
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An Eye for Detail Produced in France, Bali Catamarans are manufactured to an exacting standard . Everything from research, development, and design to engine installation, plumbing, furnishings and finishings is controlled and monitored to ensure the highest standard is delivered to you. Unequaled Build Quality Conceived and supervised by Olivier Poncin and his design team, the BALI range is constructed entirely at the legendary CATANA shipyard in France. Here, using decades of experience and expertise , each Bali catamaran’s build employs the technology of sandwich infusion using closed-cell high-density PVC foam, minimizing the weight of the yacht while ensuring optimum quality , greater rigidity , and a longer service life . A Philosophy of Innovation The philosophies and values of the CATANA Group ensure Bali catamarans are produced with a keen eye on innovation . Evidence can be seen throughout each yacht: the increased freeboard and popular rigid foredeck rather than a trampoline provide space and passenger comfort underway; the rig placed further aft allowing for a larger headsail, and a self-tacking solent for better maneuverability; and the cutting-edge tilting cockpit door for a seamless indoor/outdoor experience. Combined, these features reinforce the philosophy of innovation and performance at the heart of the CATANA Group. Bali Catamarans for Sale We sell a range of Bali catamarans, in addition to a variety of other brands, including Bali , Dufour , Nautitech , Fountaine Pajot , Aquila , Jeanneau , Lagoon and Wauquiez . Get in touch with one of our expert advisors to find out more.
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Sailboat Review: New Models from Bali Catamaran
- By Mark Pillsbury
- November 14, 2022
When Cruising World ’s Boat of the Year judges step aboard a new sailboat, the first thing they ask the builder for is the boat’s design brief. Racing? Bluewater voyaging? Coastal cruising? Chartering? Daysailing? What’s the boat built to do?
In the case of two new Bali Catamarans , introduced to North America this past fall during the United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis, Maryland, the manufacturer’s intent seemed perfectly clear: These cats were built for hanging out on the water with family and friends, or perhaps for owners interested in putting them into a charter fleet to help pay the bills. “Pampered crew” were two words that came immediately to mind when I stepped aboard.
Both cats—the Bali 4.6 and Bali Catspace—were conceived of by Olivier Poncin, founder of the Catana Group, and designed by the in-house team that has been building well-respected performance catamarans at their yard in France for nearly four decades now.
When I think about Catana Catamarans, features such as daggerboards, sleek hulls and powerful sail plans designed to gobble up ocean miles come immediately to mind. When I think about Bali, my mind turns to comfortable surroundings and tropical anchorages, with soothing trade winds blowing through the saloon and multiple places to lounge in the sun or shade.
The Catana Group launched the Bali brand in 2014, on the company’s 30th anniversary. At the time, the multihull market was exploding, and while Catana had a strong following at the performance end of the speed-comfort continuum, their boats were expensive and geared to a niche market. Balis, on the other hand, were designed and built to be “more accessible in terms of price,” the company’s online brochure notes, and “therefore aimed at a wider clientele.” It’s no accident that many of those clients chose to add their Balis to charter fleets in the Caribbean and other tropical spots around the world. As a result, the brand took off, to the point where today, it takes up the bulk of Catana’s production capacity.
The 4.6 and Catspace share many of the same features found across the Bali Range: solid composite foredecks rather than the trampolines found on most catamarans; multiple spaces to kick back and relax; home-style refrigerators in the galleys; large sliding windows on the cabin sides; and garage-style doors that open and lift overhead aft in the saloon, making it difficult to discern where the interior stops and the great outdoors begins.
The sail-away prices of the boats we visited in Annapolis were $920,000 for the 4.6 and $550,000 for the Catspace. In all, Bali manufactures seven sailing models and two power cats, so buyers have options when it comes to size and price.
Bali hulls and decks are resin-infused and foam-cored, which makes them strong and stiff while saving weight. Throughout the range, Balis are built with short, fixed keels, affixed to relatively beamy hulls that have abundant load-carrying capacity. In practice, that means the boats can be loaded with gear such as air conditioning, appliances and generators—and toys and provisions for all the crew.
With a length overall of 44 feet, 6 inches, the 4.6 presents a number of interesting features and options. First, there is the flybridge, set atop the cockpit Bimini and a portion of cabin top abaft the mast. It can be reached via steps on either side deck. A helm station is to port, with a bench that seats two comfortably. Adjacent to it is a good-size table with L-shaped seating around it, and sun beds behind. The wheel itself is mounted on a pedestal, and there’s room to walk in front, between it and the winches mounted on the cabin top. With this arrangement, there’s room for the crew to jump in and help trim sails, though without helpers, it does require the skipper to rely on the autopilot when leaving the helm to tend to sheets.
Underway, I liked the setup. There was good visibility, both around the boat and also of the mainsail overhead, thanks to a window in the canvas Bimini. The main was simple to control using the double-ended sheet led to blocks on the corners of the flybridge, replacing the traveler. The arrangement is especially good for jibing.
In a good breeze, 10 to 12 knots, our speed over the ground hovered right around 5 knots; we added a knot to that when we bore off to a beam reach. If I bought the boat and didn’t have plans to put it into charter, I’d definitely add a code zero to my sail arsenal.
Down below, I liked the layout of the saloon as well. With the sliding windows and overhead door open, I had the feeling of being outside, sitting in the shade. The dining table is to port; two chairs are opposite. Forward of the table is an L-shaped galley to port with loads of counter space; a large fridge and freezer sits opposite, with a proper nav station tucked forward, surrounded by windows and adjacent to the centerline door leading to another lounge area on the foredeck.
Depending on how the boat will be used, there are a few different layouts for the staterooms and heads, ranging from a three-stateroom version, where the entire starboard hull is the owner’s en suite, to four- and even five-stateroom layouts. In the latter, access to the port aft stateroom is by a companionway from the cockpit, and a stateroom with bunk beds is amidships, with a third stateroom forward. Crew berths in either forepeak are also available.
The 4.6 we tested in Annapolis was powered by a pair of 57 hp Yanmars with saildrives; 45 hp Yanmars are standard.
A t just over 37 feet length overall, the Catspace is one of the smaller production cats available these days. It also has an airy feeling in the saloon’s dining and lounging area, thanks to a similar aft door arrangement. But space doesn’t permit a second door to the foredeck. Instead, there’s a larger center window that opens to let in the breeze, and the galley (including a full-size fridge) is in the forward starboard corner of the main cabin.
Available layouts include a three-stateroom version, where the owner’s stateroom occupies the port hull, or a charter-friendly four-stateroom layout, with athwartship bunks in the two forward staterooms.
As with its bigger sister, the Catspace has lounge areas on the foredeck and atop its flybridge. The helm station is up top too, to starboard, and is surrounded on the side and behind with cushions. Unlike the 4.6, the Catspace’s winches are close at hand when sitting at the wheel. A singlehander or skipper with a short-handed crew will appreciate this. I found access to the flybridge via stairs from either side deck to be quite good, with handholds located where I needed them.
Again, if I planned to buy and sail the Catspace, I’d include a code zero or some other all-round reaching sail to add a little more get-up-and-go. We went sailing in about 15 knots of wind and notched about 4 knots on the speedo closehauled. In a higher puff, I saw just under 6 knots reaching. But was it a comfortable ride? You bet.
As stated at the outset, sailboats are built to suit a purpose. During a Boat of the Year debrief this past fall, judge Tim Murphy told his colleagues that overall, he thought that the open-air concept incorporated into the design of the 4.6 and Catspace works quite well. Recalling a weeklong vacation spent with five friends aboard an earlier Bali model, he said, “On the charter, it was actually delightful.”
Specifications
Bali 4.6 | |
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LOA | 46’11” |
LWL | 43’10” |
Beam | 25’2″ |
Draft | 4’2″ |
Displ. | 30,429 lb. |
Sail Area | 1,722 sq. ft. |
D/L | 161 |
SA/D | 28.3 |
Price | $920,000 |
Bali Catspace | |
LOA | 40’5″ |
LWL | 37’3″ |
Beam | 21’6″ |
Draft | 3’11” |
Displ. | 20,727 lb. |
Sail Area | 1,087 sq. ft. |
D/L | 179 |
SA/D | 23.0 |
Price | $550,000 |
Mark Pillsbury is a CW editor-at-large.
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History of Bali
Bali Catamarans is a relatively young player in the world of boat manufacturing, having been established in 2014. The brand was launched by the Catana Group, which is well-known for its high-performance, luxury cruising catamarans. Bali quickly carved out its niche by focusing on creating innovative, user-friendly catamarans that emphasise comfort, safety, and ease of operation. Their design philosophy revolves around open spaces, panoramic views, and functional elegance, setting them apart in the competitive market of cruising catamarans.Initially, the manufacturing facilities for Bali Catamarans were located in Canet-en-Roussillon, a town in the South of France that is known for its maritime and nautical industries. This location allowed Bali to leverage the rich nautical heritage of the region and attract skilled workforce experienced in high-quality boat building. From the beginning, Bali utilised modern engineering techniques and state-of-the-art materials to produce catamarans that meet the stringent requirements of ocean cruisers.Today, Bali Catamarans continues to operate from its base in Canet-en-Roussillon, having expanded its production capabilities to meet growing global demand. The brand has earned a reputation for reliability, innovation, and comfort, making it a favourite among sailors looking for a balance of performance and luxury. With a range of models that cater to various needs, from family cruising to long-term liveaboard adventures, Bali has established itself as a significant player in the world of sailing catamarans.
Which models do Bali produce?
Bali produce a range of boats including the Bali 4.2 , Bali 4.6 , Bali 5.4 , Bali 4.8 and Bali 4.3 . For the full list of Bali models currently listed on TheYachtMarket.com, see the model list in the search options on this page.
What types of boats do Bali build?
Bali manufactures a range of different types of boats. The ones listed on TheYachtMarket include Multihull , Catamaran , Sloop , Cruiser and Deck saloon .
How much does a boat from Bali cost?
Used boats from Bali on TheYachtMarket.com range in price from £212,000 GBP to £1,360,000 GBP with an average price of £555,000 GBP . A wide range of factors can affect the price of used boats from Bali, for example the model, age and condition.
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The popular Bali Catamaran in all its variations
The Bali catamaran, designed and built specifically with chartering in mind, has become so popular that it’s been hard to keep up with all the new models, hard to spot which one has just the right size and amenities to perfectly fit your group's sailing holiday charter needs.
So we decided to write a short article for our blog. It’s not exhaustive, and it’s not intended to place the Bali above the rest of the cruising catamaran brands in charter. Quite the opposite. The table below forms a snapshot of one popular brand typical of all those out there. We hope it helps you cut through the noise as your selection process begins.
Beginnings of the Bali Catamaran
Bali charter catamarans come from the French boatbuilder Catana Group. Prior to the Bali’s appearance, Catana had carved a name for their true blue-water cruiser, boats with dagger boards and large sail plans.
Recognising these boats were not ideal for holiday chartering, and to meet the growing demand in this new leisure travel sector, Catana set its designers to work on a craft that was specifically designed an built with chartering in mind. The Bali is the result - a new sort of cat, one that emphasised living space and ease of helming for the modern leisure sailor with family and friends along on vacation.
That's not to say the other catamaran manufacturers were not already offering new charter boat options. The likes of Lagoon, Leopard and Fountaine Pajot were equally developing ranges to meet market demand, and through the 2000s some fabulous cruising cats suitable for charter began coming into service.
So many Bali cats in an expanding market
Bali's innovations gave them a footing in the fast-growing sailing vacation market of the early 2010s and success has bred success. Catana have launched so many Bali models in the ensuing decade that it is often quite challenging to convey differences in models, differences often subtle but important in our drive to ensure our boat recommendations are the right ones.
In 2014 The first Bali model hit the water - the four-cabin 4.5, appearing on the books of charter operators in the Mediterranean and Caribbean before spreading elsewhere. There was a new name in our vocabulary, and it fast became a frequently used one.
In the years since, we have added all Bali models to our charter offerings as they have progressively been introduced to the market. Our collection now stands at nine current and five older models ranging from 11 metres (37ft) to 16.4 metres (54 feet), from versions with two double cabins to six, and with a motor boat for those who prefer power to sail. All are available for bareboat charter with or without skipper, and there are a number of 5.4s in charter fully crewed.
The original Bali, the 4.5
An early Bali at the Boat Show
A summary of Bali catamarans for charter
With boats dating back to 2014 and three completely new models in the 2020’s, our Bali selection now appears as follows:
Catsmart | Yes | 2022 | 4 doubles with bathrooms | 37 footer. Twin aft helms open up the living space |
Catspace | Yes | 2020 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 1 bunk | With flybridge helm. Replaced the 40-foot 4.0 |
Catspace Motor Yacht | Yes | 2020 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 1 bunk | |
4.0 | No | 2015 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 2 bow (external) | Most recent models 2016 - 2019 available |
4.1 | No | 2018 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 2 bow (external) | Most recent models 2018 - 2020 available |
4.2 | Yes | 2021 | 4 doubles with bathrooms | Replaced the 4.1 & 4.3 Loft to merge saloon & cockpit into one space with the 'Bali door". Same layout as the 4.4 |
4.2 Loft | Yes | 2014 | 4 doubles with bathrooms | Launched as the 4.3 |
4.3 Loft | No | 2015 | 4 doubles with bathrooms | Few if any left in charter |
4.3 Motor Yacht | No | 2019 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 1 bow (external) | Most recent models 2019-2020 available |
4.4 | Yes | 2022 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 1 bow (external) | Replaced the 4.5 at same length. First and smallest with door from forward saloon to foredeck |
4.5 | No | 2014 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 1 bow (external) | Models from 2018 have option of raised helm or flybridge. Most recent models 2019-2020 available |
4.6 | Yes | 2020 | 4 doubles with bathrooms, 1 bunk. 2 singles if reqd. in bow (external) | Introduced to match the 5 cabins of the popular FP Saona 47 5-cabin version |
4.8 | Yes | 2020 | 6 doubles all with bathrooms. 2 singles if reqd. in bow (external) | The most compact cat with up to 6 interior cabins sleeping 12 |
5.4 | Yes | 2018 | 4 - 5 doubles + 1 twin, all with bathrooms. 2 singles if reqd. in bow (external) | Range of cabin options including singles. All doubles/twins have ensuites. |
Notes re cabin numbers:
Most Bali models include the option of fewer cabins than itemised above. Those boats are Owner’s Versions , with one large cabin fully occupying a hull. In charter, the higher number of cabins listed for each model, as above, is the standard and are a significant majority of the options available at any given time.
Bow cabins are small singles, normally used by crew if engaged.
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Making your choice of catamarans for charter
All of these Bali catamarans are listed on our website in the destinations they operate. There are many factors in setting prices and older does not necessarily mean cheaper. Furthermore, there are many cats in charter from other boatyards that can undoubtedly be considered alongside the Bali boats.
If you are considering a great all-round catamaran with modern innovations for charter in any of our destinations, we hope this guide provides a practical overview of one popular brand. The next step is to talk to us for full details of the options that best suit your group, and informed comparisons for making your choice. Book your ideal sailing holiday charter catamaran, and then just go sailing!
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Bali 4.4 Review
We are talking about the sailing boat Bali 4.4 , which replaced two predecessors of the Bali Catamarans shipyard, accompanied by a review of topRik experts with photos and schematics, including excerpts from the review by Emmanuel Van Deth, who was one of the first to test multihull from Catana Group at sea.
Bali Catamarans is a relatively new name on the European market. The author of the project is Catana Group, a recognized leader in the production of exclusive catamarans. The Bali range itself is a successful attempt to enter the mass production segment.
High-sided, with voluminous deckhouses, all slightly angular, with low masts and a moderate sail area. But despite all this, demand for catamarans is actively increasing, especially in the charter segment and in warm regions. And this is no coincidence: they provide space and comfort, have large holds and voluminous lockers, comfortable sofas, wide berths and spacious showers.
And this fact is well confirmed by the rapidly growing sales figures, which are not lagging behind the largest manufacturers in the mass catamaran segment. Still a recent newcomer to the mass market, Bali is a subsidiary of the leading luxury Catana brand, whose models are mainly intended for individual owners.
The creator of both brands Olivier Poncin developed Bali as a second line and conceptually aimed in the same direction as its other large-scale French colleagues, that is, it created a relatively inexpensive mass-produced boat that would be of interest to both individual customers and the charter market. In the end, the French were able to sell the first 100 hulls in less than two years.
Bali models Catamarans definitely have unique features that make one talk about Bali's already formed DNA. For example, in front there is no longer a soft mesh between the hulls, but a solid deck flooring. This space can be used as a full-fledged second cockpit: for relaxing guests and for sunbathing, for example.
Additional advantages of this solution: if the boat is in the Mediterranean Sea (where they are moored, as usual, stern to the pier), then the bow cockpit will provide the proper level of privacy from neighbors on the pier. Both when anchored and underway, the crew (or part of it) can choose to stay in any of the two cockpits, therefore, the main (aft) cockpit will be more spacious.
The garage-type lift-and-tilt door, which already bears the name of the brand that it personifies, is forever included in the DNA of the line - the Bali door. If you want to completely close the yacht, the crew closes the side sliding windows and lowers the entire rear wall of the cabin, which is called the Bali door, using a pneumatic mechanism. After this, the interior of the yacht is acoustically, thermally and optically isolated from the external environment - just like boats with a traditionally designed interior.
And for some time (since model 4.2 ), a door leading to the foredeck was added to the distinctive features of Bali. In the first smaller models, in its place was a large, fully folding windshield, which is used as a hatch and for ventilation.
Maximum openness in good weather and reliable protection from bad weather are a big plus of this line. From the aft section of the cockpit to the front wall of the wheelhouse there is one continuous, flat surface, which can be viewed in any way: either as an open-air galley, or as a sea terrace with an attached kitchen. In addition, there is also a navigation corner and a huge refrigerator.
However, the structural loss of rigidity due to the absence of the rear wall of the cabin, which on catamarans takes on a considerable part of the lateral loads, mainly due to torsion, must be somehow compensated for, so Bali is designed very elegantly overall. Both inner half-hulls are laminated together with the bridge and rigid foredeck as a single unit in one complex matrix. This uses vacuum infusion, as well as molded or co-laminated local reinforcements, stringers and stiffeners.
Another interesting solution: the false fins are made in the form of separate parts, glued to the hulls after the latter have been manufactured. The calculation is made that in the event of an unsuccessful grounding, the glued keels will come off, while the hulls of the catamaran themselves will remain intact. But, despite this, the catamaran is designed for drying and winter storage on the shore, supported by hull fins. Additionally, we point out that the forepeaks of the catamaran are designed as ram compartments - with sealed bulkheads.
The high-mounted helm station, combined with the desire for headroom, caused the boom to move strongly upward. However, despite this decision, Bali sail much better than it might seem at first glance.
Free space is always an important issue on a cruising yacht. With the Bali range, everything is in order: sofas in the cockpit, 2 meters of height in the saloon, the bow cockpit with a seating area is very comfortable both on the road and in the parking lot. The raised helm station is separate from the wheelhouse and the cockpit, but there is additional seating and a soft bench next to the helm on the cockpit hardtop.
All controls are concentrated near the steering post; all the running ends of the halyards, sheets and guys are brought out here. The visibility from the helmsman's seat is excellent, except that the stern of the starboard hull is poorly visible - which is a typical situation for a similar architecture of a cruising catamaran with a remote helm station on the port side. If necessary, a second helmsman's seat can be installed on the yacht in the main deck saloon (or wheelhouse); it will be equipped with a joystick (instead of a steering wheel), electronic engine control and other equipment and indicators.
The world premiere of Bali 4.4 took place at International Multihull Show 2022, in La Grande Motte, France. It was designed to replace two predecessors at once: Bali 4.3 with a central control post and Bali 4.5 - the very first model in the line. topRik team will try to understand whether this model was successful at that.
Features of Bali 4.4
- Brand: BALI Catamarans
- Hull type: Catamaran
- Overall length, m: 13.48
- Overall length, ft: 44
- Width, m: 7.4
- Draft, m: 1.26
- Displacement, t: 13.6
- Air draft, m: 21.55
- Water tanks, l: 860
- Exterior design (architect): Xavier Faÿ
- Interior design: Lasta Design Studio
- CE Certification: A
- Engine power, HP: 40
- Fuel tanks, l: 800
- Mainsail type: Full battens
- Jib type: Self-tacking
- Mainsail area, sq.m.: 74
- Jib area, sq.m.: 42
- Code 0 area, sq.m.: 82
Virtual tour
Review of bali 4.4 by toprik team.
As already reported, world Bali 4.4 premiered at the International Multihull Show 2022, and topRik experts were able to take a look at it later, at Cannes Yachting Festival.
The size and layout of the Bali captivated us, and the first glance at the price tag made us urgently sign up for testing.
In such a dense “population” of the pier it is difficult to look at such a large yacht from afar. Of course, it’s easier for you, we’ll show you a photo of what we should have seen at the Bali Catamarans stand.
We assure you that even without the ladies in bikini and at a very close distance, Bali 4.4 knows how to impress. First of all – with its harmony. Naval architects were able to develop a boat with a flybridge, which does not look like a three-story cottage that was swept out to sea by a tsunami. We responsibly declare that not all experts share the ironic view of boats with a flybridge, especially if the purpose of the yacht is charters.
All these free spaces on a relatively small (13.5 meters) boat were quite impressive. And the ability to close the huge saloon on all 4 sides is noticeable even from the pier. Also impressive is the side glazing of the hulls and the height of the sides themselves, which promises sufficient headroom in the cabins.
We see that the mast, shifted to the stern, is somewhat shortened, and the boom is at a convenient height, which promises comfortable sail control. All that remains is to get on board and verify our assumptions.
On the Transom
You can board Bali 4.4 catamaran from the platform at the pier - the middle part of it is intended more for transporting an inflatable boat, for which davits are provided, and the side sugarscoops are used for sunbathing, on the lower step of which a sliding ladder can be equipped.
On both sides, the entrance to the cockpit is blocked (or opened) by steel cables. Stainless steel side cleats, a shower, a neck for refilling tanks - everything is familiar, as in many other cats.
In the Cockpit
With the Bali door closed, the cockpit doesn't make much of an impression - a narrow strip of deck with a large transom sofa. True, there is a large grill on the port side, and a freezer can be hidden in the locker if you choose this optional equipment.
The engines are located in a manner that has become typical for catamarans: in the stern of each of the hulls in engine rooms, well accessible for maintenance, but completely isolated from the internal space to reduce noise and vibration.
In the Saloon
And the cockpit makes a completely different impression when the door to the saloon is open - it becomes part of the huge space from the transom to the bow. Why to the bow - you will find out later, but for now make sure that the effect of the raised Bali door changes your opinion of the cockpit as just a narrow strip of deck.
And if you change the view so that you can see all the way to the door leading to the foredeck, you will have an almost complete view of this huge space.
The modular design method allows you to change the interior arrangement: instead of two armchairs with a cabinet (for cigars or wine), you can install a large comfortable sofa between them, as in the dining area opposite. You can freely seat 8 people at the folding table, and if you make room, then the whole ten. The catamaran is designed for 12 passengers, and a maximum of 12 sleeping places can be equipped if you use the forepeaks and lower the table in the saloon, covering it with a mattress.
But how can we feed these dozen, because so far we have only seen a grill in the cockpit... Oh, and there are also huge refrigerators on the starboard side, this already makes our task easier.
Well, if you get to the refrigerators, you'll of course also see that superbly equipped galley that rivals some home kitchens in terms of equipment, including an optional dishwasher.
And this is only part of the galley - as you can see in the photo below, there is also a cabinet with a large work surface and many drawers. But this natural wood finish is an option for those who prefer comfort and elegance.
Opposite the galley, on the starboard side, there is a full-fledged chart table, which can be equipped as a second control station with the installation of all the equipment that is provided at the main control station.
And to make it easier for you to navigate the placement of areas and furniture on the main deck, we suggest checking this schematic, because we are not finished yet. Through that door, to the left of the chart table, we go out onto the bow deck.
Even from the diagram it is clear that this entire area is given over to a recreation area. The entire area from the outer sides of each hull is used here, since the rigid bow deck is one of the Bali’s distinctive features, which attracted the attention of the topRik team.
This is a great solution both for an owner with a large family or a bunch of friends, and for a charter cruise. By the way, the Bali 4.4 has class A in the CE classification, that is, it allows even transatlantic crossings.
Inside the Cabins
Here again we invite you to consider the layout of the cabins. There are two main options: with three and four cabins, as well as with different possibilities for using quite spacious forepeaks. They can be equipped with berths for the crew or additional storage space can be arranged here.
If you are going to use the boat as an owner, we recommend the 3-cabin version. The left float here is completely dedicated to the master cabin; the design developers have achieved maximum comfort for its inhabitants.
Conventionally, the building can be divided into familiar zones: a king-size double bed with a large locker under it is a bedroom, a sofa with a work desk (or dressing table) is a boudoir or an office, and then in the bow there is a bathroom.
The bathroom is worth showing in more detail, since it is not always possible to see an isolated shower cabin of this size on a yacht of this length - the entire width of the hull, even in its narrow part, as well as two washbasins. There is enough space for both a toilet and a floor cabinet. Above the washbasins there are shelves, cabinets and a mirror.
In the other two cabins, the bathrooms are also individual, but the shower room, of course, is not the same size, and the cabins themselves are more modest, still they have everything you need for a comfortable life on board.
This is what the cabin located at the stern looks like: the bed is also double and large with a locker under it, and the number of portholes is the same as in the master cabin bedroom.
The configuration of the cabin at the bow is interesting: from here you can enter the forepeak - an inexhaustible source of ideas for children, and for boring adults - just a place to store luggage. Here, in addition to the porthole, there is also a hatch in the ceiling.
In general, you probably already noticed without us how much natural light and ventilation opportunities there are under the main deck of the Bali 4.4. Bathrooms are also keeping up with this trend, even in guest cabins.
The 4-cabin version is more suitable for a charter business or when purchasing a catamaran for two owners. The layout shows that the left hull with this configuration is a mirror image of the right one, and the photographs of the guest cabins posted above are also illustrations for this 4-cabin option.
Don’t forget also that a place to sleep for two can be arranged in the saloon, and we still have 2 forepeaks left in stock. A total of 12 sleeping places – everything fits together.
Well, it's time for the topRik team to head to the control room and head out to sea for further testing.
On the Flybridge and at Sea
The yacht turned out to be much more maneuverable than it seems at first glance. Bali 4.4 can be equipped with an additional headsail: it can be a spinnaker or a code 0, which provides the boat with good speed even in small tailwinds. Thanks to the dense structure of the structure and light weight, the yacht breaks into motion at a wind speed of 4.5-5 knots, at which it makes sense to adjust the sails.
The most comfortable control of winches and sheets, everything is within the skipper’s access with one hand, only the head sail is extended a little further. The helm panel is well equipped, and there is a very comfortable sofa that can accommodate up to 3 people, including, of course, the skipper.
Other observers can take seats on the mezzanine - just above on the flybridge there are excellent sun loungers and sofas. Entrance to the flybridge and helm station is from different sides, which is very convenient.
The mast on the catamaran is located aft, which is why the automatic staysail is larger and works quite efficiently. At the same time, the jib is by no means necessary when making tack turns: as we were able to see, even under one mainsail the Bali 4.4 maneuvers simply excellent - at least on smooth water.
This catamaran delights its helmsman: both due to its very decent speed and pleasant responsiveness of the helm, which is not typical of every double-hulled yacht. It really pleases with its driving performance, judge for yourself: with a wind of up to 15 knots, the Bali 4.4 on a sharp course developed up to 7.5 knots at a tacking angle of 110 degrees. You can go steeper into the wind than 55 degrees (sometimes this is even advisable, so as not to make unnecessary turns), but the speed drops significantly.
In our test, we were able to accelerate the boat to 8.2 knots without using a gennaker or code zero, which are a highly sought-after type of “turbocharging” for catamarans. Both of these sails - if the yacht is equipped with them - can be easily stored either in the forepeaks or in the lockers of the foredeck, where the tanks and anchor gear are located.
Advantages of Bali 4.4
Freedom, space and comfort are the main advantages of Bali 4.4. Moreover, comfort refers both to the arrangement of life for passengers on board the catamaran, and to the organization of the work of the crew. Everything is provided in full: from the absence of sharp corners and cutting surfaces to excellent ergonomics of the control station.
Bali 4.4 allows guests to fully enjoy even a long-term cruise, and the skipper and assistants to get real pleasure from working with sails without unnecessary difficulties.
Cost is last but not least advantage of such a thoughtful design and sufficient comfort for everyone.
Reviews of Bali 4.4 from Professionals
To date, reviews of the Bali 4.4 from professionals are limited only to the results of testing this catamaran by the author of Multihulls World, editor-in-chief of Multicoques Magazine and famous yachtsman Emmanuel Van Deth.
Emmanuel with his team tested Bali 4.4 in La Rochelle in sub-zero temperatures. He complained that they were unable to experience the beauty of the open space because the famous door was down and the windows were closed. But even in these conditions, the freedom of movement on the main deck was impressive, and the large saloon windows created a warm, homely atmosphere. True, to warm this atmosphere, a couple of heaters were still needed.
The crew had to gather their courage to unfurl the sails, since all the ropes had become stiff and cold from the frost.
All sailors commented on the very rigid composite sandwich deck - a carefully thought out deck design.
Next, Emmanuel describes the speed tests of the catamaran, linking the results with wind speed and the peculiarity of the sailing equipment - they have a raised mainsail, and also deployed “Code 0”, which was later changed to the self-tacking solent.
The author devoted the rest of the review to describing the design and equipment of the cockpit, saloon, flybridge, foredeck and cabins.
Video Reviews of Bali 4.4
Here are some good walkthroughs and reviews from reputable sources – this boat is really photogenic both outside and inside.
First, Bali themselves proudly demonstrate their product:
Tour around the interior of the boat:
More interior footage with more explanations:
Short and sweet review from Multihulls World:
More information on various features:
After testing this product for ourselves, we can say that the comfortable and easy-to-handle sailing catamaran Bali 4.4 is suitable for both charter companies and owners.
Charter companies will be attracted by the relatively low cost of this cat, as well as its popularity among many categories of sailors, including:
- heads of families who want to provide a comfortable and safe cruise for their family;
- those who like to gather a friendly group of friends on board for a fun holiday at sea;
- lovers of transatlantic crossings or simply long coastal cruises;
- supporters of yachting without extreme sports;
- lovers of living on a boat for a long time.
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Bali 5.4 Catamarans
Bali 5.4 catamaran, specifications brochure.
- Conception: Olivier PONCIN
- Naval Architect: Xavier FAŸ
- Design: LASTA Design
- Overall length: 55.1 ft
- Beam: 28.6 ft
- Waterline length: 53.1 ft
- Mast height: 81.92 ft / 24,98 m
- Draft: 4.9 ft
- Ligth displacement: 22 t approx
- Maximum displacement: 28 t approx
- Sail area: 1,689 sq ft
- Mainsail area: 1,065 sq ft
- Solent: 624 sq ft
- Fresh water: 338 US Gal
- Fuel: 338 US Gal
- Engines: 2 X 60 HP /80 HP
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The Bali 5.4 Catamaran
As Bali 5.4 owners ourselves, we are thrilled with her performance and all the creature comforts. Our maiden voyage with out Bali 5.4, Z3 , was the ARC Rally .
Take a serious look at the Bali 5.4. It has so many good things going for it which is one of the reasons that we chose the Bali 5.4 as our new liveaboard boat, office, and sailing training facility.
Read our Bali 5.4 review .
Some top highlights:
- Expansive flybridge for the whole crew and your guests to enjoy
- Easy, direct access from the salon into the forward cockpit area
- Bali’s signature swing / convertible garage salon door for flexibility to open the lounging and entertaining space into an indoor/outdoor experience, or close up the saloon when weather is not warm and dry
- Bali’s signature solid foredeck with large living and entertaining area where most catamarans carry their trampoline netting
- Large dining area with seating for up to 12 people
- Self-tacking jib and is set up for short handed sailing
- Convenient access from aft cabins directly onto the aft deck
- Oversized water and fuel tanks (315 gallons each)
- Central walk-around beds
- Hydraulic tender lift platform with remote control
- 4, 5, & 6 cabin layout options
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Prior to the Bali's appearance, Catana had carved a name for their true blue-water cruiser, boats with dagger boards and large sail plans. Recognising these boats were not ideal for holiday chartering, and to meet the growing demand in this new leisure travel sector, Catana set its designers to work on a craft that was specifically designed ...
Dec 5, 2023 topRik Team Yachts Review. We are talking about the sailing boat Bali 4.4, which replaced two predecessors of the Bali Catamarans shipyard, accompanied by a review of topRik experts with photos and schematics, including excerpts from the review by Emmanuel Van Deth, who was one of the first to test multihull from Catana Group at sea.
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The Bali 4.5 catamaran was conceived from Olivier Poncin's vision of a Catana-built cruising catamaran. Catana smartly realized that to deliver a cruising catamaran to compete with Fountaine Pajot, Lagoon, or Leopard cruising cats, it had to change its approach to the manufacturing process. It established a production line for the Bali range ...
Le nouveau BALI CATSMART concentre tous les atouts des catamarans de la gamme BALI : Le cockpit avant rigide avec espace lounge et des grands bains de soleil, la plateforme reliant les deux jupes arrière avec une grande banquette et des coffres, le système de bossoirs simple et très pratique, sans oublier l'impressionnante porte BALI oscillo-basculante et les baies coulissantes latérales ...
Empty weight 25,133 LBS. Standard sail area (mainsail + solent) 968 SQ FT. Maximum upwind sail area (square top mainsal + code 0) 1,259 SQ FT. Flybridge Yes. Displacement at maximum load 36372 LBS. Forward cockpit door Yes. Engines 2 x 21hp up to 33 hp Yanmar. Fuel max 169 US GAL.
Initially, access was via a door that lifted to the cabintop like a garage, similar to Bali catamarans. Windelo has since moved away from this, opting for traditional glass sliders. However, that still leaves all the living space technically inside the boat. ... SAIL Top 10 Best Boats 2025 Nominee. I was aboard Joule, the latest version of the ...
Dealers for Bali Catamarans in USA. Catamaran Guru, through its sister company, Ocean Multihulls, has been appointed the exclusive Dealer for Bali Catamarans in Texas & for Charter Management fleets worldwide. ... we have been a part of the catamaran community and created Catamaran Guru™ to encourage and educate all the aspiring sailing out ...
Bali's signature solid foredeck with large living and entertaining area where most catamarans carry their trampoline netting. Large dining area with seating for up to 12 people. Self-tacking jib and is set up for short handed sailing. Convenient access from aft cabins directly onto the aft deck. Oversized water and fuel tanks (315 gallons each)