Introducing Our Newest Fleet Addition: The Neel 51 Trimaran
- May 20
- 6 min read
Our Latest Fleet Addition: The Neel 51 Trimaran — A New Way to Experience San Blas
This May we’re not just adding a new boat to the fleet. We’re introducing a new way to live San Blas.
Imagine waking up surrounded by still, turquoise water. No marina noise. No crowds. Just palm trees and silence. You step into a wide, light-filled living space where the sea is visible in every direction — coffee in hand, family still asleep, the day unfolding slowly.
This is the feeling our Neel Trimarans Neel 51 trimaran was designed to create: more connection, more comfort, and more unforgettable shared moments. And in San Blas, that changes everything. Built in 2023 and crafted by world-renowned French trimaran specialists, this model represents the evolution of modern multihull cruising — combining performance, space, and effortless comfort in one striking design.
Stability Means Relaxation
With nearly 9 meters (29 ft) of beam and three hulls working together, the 2023 Neel 51 trimaran offers remarkable stability — both at anchor and under sail.
Unlike many boats, the central hull carries the weight low and centered, reducing pitching and creating a softer, more comfortable motion. The two outer hulls add balance, so the boat stays steady — even when moving between islands.
For families, this translates into real comfort:
• Children can walk around safely
• Grandparents feel secure
• No constant side-to-side rocking at night
• Meals stay on the table
• Drinks stay in the glass
At anchor in San Blas’ calm turquoise waters, the trimaran naturally aligns with the wind — meaning quieter, steadier nights under the stars. Under sail, it glides smoothly from island to island, often reaching excellent speeds even in light trade winds — allowing you to explore more without feeling rushed.
Sailing Performance
The Neel 51 is a remarkably capable sailing platform that blends performance with comfort in a way that appeals to both cruisers and seasoned sailors alike.
Its wide trimaran hulls give exceptional stability and reduced heel, allowing the boat to carry sail efficiently and comfortably across a wide range of wind conditions.
The generous sail area and clean deck layout translate into responsive handling and good upwind performance for a multihull, while the lightweight structure keeps speeds lively without sacrificing safety.
The Neel 51 delivers a sailing experience that’s dynamic, reassuring, and fun under sail.
Master Cabin
The master cabin on a Neel 51 is one of the standout features of this trimaran’s interior layout. Unlike many multihulls where the owner’s space is down below, the Neel 51 places this double cabin on the main deck, giving you easy access, excellent ventilation, and panoramic views right from your berth, a real advantage when at anchor or sailing.
You’ll find it spacious and bright, with large windows that let in lots of natural light and scenery, and an ensuite bathroom for privacy and comfort. The cabin is designed with comfortable headroom, thoughtful storage, and quality finishes that reflect the same modern, open-plan feel carried throughout the rest of the interior.
Overall, it combines the sense of a private retreat onboard with smart use of space and connection to the environment, ideal for those couples who value comfort and visibility while cruising.
The Cockpit-Lounge, AKA the Cockloon
On the Neel 51 the cockpit and lounge are designed as one of the boat’s best social and living spaces, blending indoor and outdoor living very effectively. The cockpit sits aft, under the hardtop that extends from the coachroof, giving great shade and weather protection while still feeling open to the sea. Large, comfortable seating runs along both sides and across the back, with easy access to the swim platforms and water.
Forward of that, the salon steps up slightly and flows right into the cockpit through wide openings, so guests can move seamlessly between the interior lounge and the outdoor seating area. The layout is very sociable, there’s plenty of room for a group to relax, dine, or enjoy sunset drinks together, and the visibility from the cockpit is excellent both underway and at anchor.
Overall, the cockpit/lounge on a Neel 51 feels spacious, airy, and very integrated with the boat’s living spaces, making it a favorite hang-out spot during charters in San Blas.
Spacious Layout that Brings Everyone Together
The Neel 51 layout is intelligently designed to maximize both living space and sailing functionality, especially compared with traditional monohulls and even many catamarans.
Central to its layout is the open-plan salon, which sits on the raised bridge deck between the hulls and benefits from large windows all around, bringing in light, views, and a strong connection to the outdoors. The seamless flow from the salon to the aft cockpit creates a social heart of the boat where guests can relax, dine, or just enjoy the charter in San Blas together.
Down below, the hulls house comfortable cabins with good headroom and storage, giving real privacy and livability for longer trips. With the owner’s suitelocated on the main deck, the layout also prioritizes ease of access and ventilation. In short, the Neel 51 layout strikes a thoughtful balance between spaciousness, functionality, and the kind of open, airy feel that makes life at sea both comfortable and convivial.
Experience
San Blas is about shared experiences — snorkeling over coral reefs, paddleboarding or kayaking at sunset, beach barbecues with a traditional Guna family or exploring an ancient Guna village.
But what makes it unforgettable is what happens in between.
The Neel 51 was designed so that everyone can gather — or retreat — naturally.
Large open-plan social area
Panoramic views everywhere
Generous cabins with privacy
Master suite on the main level with ocean views
The Neel 51 Trimaran: More Freedom. More Moments. A Different Way to Experience San Blas
San Blas isn’t about rushing. It’s about freedom. Freedom to wake up in one turquoise anchorage and fall asleep in another. Freedom to move effortlessly between untouched islands, without crowds, without noise, without fixed schedules.
With its three-hull design, the trimaran offers a rare balance of smooth performance and exceptional stability — perfectly suited to the shallow, protected waters of the archipelago. You’re not battling waves or sailing for sport. You’re gliding comfortably under steady sunshine, island to island, with complete peace of mind.
Morning swim on one island. Afternoon paddleboard in a quiet lagoon. Sunset cocktail somewhere entirely new.
After flights, airports, and transfers, this is where you finally exhale. The generous beam and intelligent layout create open, flowing living spaces filled with natural light and ventilation. Movement onboard feels steady. Nights at anchor feel calm. Even guests prone to motion discomfort relax quickly.
And beyond comfort, there’s freedom:
• Access to shallow sandbanks and remote cays in our sailing itineraries
• Spacious decks for water toys and sunbathing
• Privacy for families and groups of friends
• Smooth, efficient sailing between anchorages
The islands remain raw, authentic, and beautifully undeveloped. Which is why the true luxury here is mobility, privacy, and space.
For Families. For Friends. For Celebrations.
This experience is ideal for:
• Families wanting safe, spacious adventure
• Couples traveling together in comfort
• Friends celebrating milestones
• Multi-generational trips
• Travelers who value privacy and authenticity
San Blas remains wild, untouched, and culturally rich.
And now, you can explore it from a platform designed to enhance every single moment. As with all our all inclusive sailing charters, your experience is fully crewed and carefully curated — from flexible itineraries to fresh onboard cuisine — so you can simply relax and immerse yourself in the beauty of San Blas.
Starting May – Limited Availability
This new trimaran charter experience will be available from May. If you’ve already sailed San Blas, this will elevate it. If it’s your first time, you’ll experience it the way it was meant to be lived: Slow. Spacious. Connected. Unforgettable.
Reserve your dates now and be among the first to experience San Blas aboard our newest flagship trimaran.
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