Fountaine Pajot Salina 48

Built in 2008 and fully refitted in 2023, the Salina 48 is 48 feet long and 25 feet wide — the kind of boat that never feels crowded. Four large cabins each sleep two adults in a full-size bed with a private en-suite bathroom — sink, toilet, and shower — giving every couple or pair of guests their own sanctuary. Two additional single berths tucked between the cabins are perfect for children, stretching capacity to ten.

The deck plan is equally generous: a wide front trampoline for sailing in the breeze, a shaded cockpit for long lunches, a rear sundeck between the hulls for reading or napping, and large saloon windows that frame San Blas like a living painting — air-conditioned for those who prefer to watch the world from inside.

On the water, three kayaks, three fiberglass stand-up paddleboards, twelve sets of snorkel gear, and a motorized dinghy cover every desire. Back aboard, the entertainment options range from a 43-inch 4K TV to a proper sound system, an acoustic guitar, and a curated library of sailing books. Everything about this boat is set up to make a week in the archipelago feel both adventurous and deeply comfortable.

Captain Pabon is a licensed yacht captain with 10 years at the helm, five of them in San Blas. Chef Ulises trained formally and is a certified chef, with eight years in restaurant kitchens and two more in San Blas. Jhai, the stewardess, brings eight years as sailboat crew and cook, five of them here, and speaks excellent English. The whole team is warm with guests and works in Spanish, with English on board.