Helia 44

Sweet & Salty

Sailing

Elegance and performance – Its majestic lines, sleek horizontal styling, flush twin solar panels, deliver top performances under sail and innovative living areas such as its new lounge deck connected directly to the helm station. The Hélia 44, sunburst in Greek, is the ultimate light, spacious, catamaran built with on board luxury firmly in mind. Welcome on board the new flagship for cruising catamarans of its size.

The Hélia 44 delivers all the pleasures of sailing:
  • A protected, high visibility helm station connected directly to the cockpit.
  • Helmsman’s bench, pride of place, designed for three people to enjoy the sailing experience with the skipper.
  • Centralised manoeuvrability and easily accessible boom.

With a superbly designed lounge deck to match the boat’s streamlined style, the Hélia 44 has superb outdoor living areas in store for you.

Interior and Exterior

Integrated indoor & outdoor living – The Hélia 44’s protected cockpit, designed for luxury dining and relaxation, is thoughtfully integrated with the lounge deck on one level, opening onto the galley to create a comfortable 50 m2 entertaining space. Features include a generous table and bench seating for 8-10 people, a sumptuous lounge suite to enjoy the view, a U-shaped galley equipped with a three burner stove, oven, a modern two drawer stainless steel refrigerator, a freezer and generous storage. A protected steering station on the flybridge provides excellent visibility and is connected directly to the cockpit for easy movement. The helmsman’s seat can accommodate three persons and just a few steps up takes you to the lounge deck, perfect for sunning and enjoying the views.  It is truly the ultimate in cruising comfort. Life on board bathed in light – A light and airy lounge deck with roof lights and superb panoramic views, a comprehensively fitted lounge area with sofa and coffee table, a forward-facing navigation station containing electronics, a U-shaped open-plan galley equipped with a generous range of storage options (including under floor) for optimal cruising convenience.

Generous cabins offering privacy and tranquility – Located off the passageways, the cabins are designed as peaceful retreats. Enjoying excellent natural light and ventilation, all cabin versions feature queen beds, private ensuites head and separate shower compartment and large windows affording outstanding views.

Cabins have excellent natural light and ventilation, a fan and ample storage space. Sweet & Salty also comes with one finished out forepeak for a maximum of 9-10 guests.

A positive energy catamaran – The Hélia 44 comes with an Eco Cruising option, an exclusive concept developed by Fountaine Pajot Catamarans. The Hélia 44 features a 750-litre water tank and 190 litres of cold storage, 115 amp alternators, AGM batteries (4×150 amps) plus LED navigation and exterior lights. Sweet & Salty has a generator, full air-conditioning, and a watermaker for your comfort.

Layouts and Specifications

Features

  • Length HT: 44ft (13.30m)
  • Max. width: 24ft (7.40m)
  • Weight: 10 tons
  • Draft: 4ft (1.15m)

Layout

  • Max. sleeping capacity: 8
  • Number of cabins: 3 to 4
  • Bathrooms: 3 to 4
  • Water capacity: 750L

Standard motorisation

  • Engine Power: 80hp
  • Fuel capacity: 470L

Standard canopy

  • Total sail area: 358sqft (109m2)
  • Mainsail area: 184sqft (56m2)
  • Genoa/jib area: 174sqft (53m2)