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A Wild Night on the Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47

 A Low's Eye View and a Wild Night on the Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47

By Gary, Delivery Skipper at Yacht Delivery Solutions

Date: Monday, June 16th, 2025

Today brought one of the most remarkable and intense experiences of this yacht delivery so far. During the daytime hours, we found ourselves in an eerily calm pocket of weather. With only about 5 knots of wind and bright sunshine, it felt idyllic. However, looking around, it was strikingly clear that we were in the very 'eye' of a low-pressure system. A distinct ring of dark grey and black clouds encircled us, a dramatic meteorological phenomenon that underscored our unique position. It was a visual spectacle – clear blue skies directly above, surrounded by an ominous atmospheric cauldron.

Then, as the day progressed into night, the system hit. Within the astonishing span of just ten minutes, the winds surged to over 30 knots, and that intensity held throughout the entire night. At one point during my night watch, we recorded gusts of 37 knots, running down 5-meter (or more) seas, with the speedo regularly hitting 14 knots as the Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47 surfed down the immense waves. It was undoubtedly a wild ride – exhilarating yet demanding. However, this is a yacht we know well after sailing her half way around the world from La Rochelle to Tahiti on a previous delivery so we know she can handle this blow.


The Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47 proved its mettle magnificently through this intense period. Even with such significant following seas and powerful winds, the catamaran remained remarkably stable, tracking well and handling the dynamic conditions in her stride. While conditions like these are a serious test for any vessel and crew, the inherent design strengths of the Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47 shine through, reinforcing our confidence in her offshore capabilities. Our yacht delivery skipper team maintained rigorous vigilance, ensuring the vessel's safety and optimal performance through every breaking wave.



Yacht Delivery Solutions offers unparalleled expertise in yacht delivery, with yacht delivery skippers capable of navigating through the most challenging and unpredictable weather systems, even on a Fountaine Pajot Tanna 47 or other catamaran delivery. From Auckland's coast to the far reaches of Fiji, our focus is on robust preparation and skilled execution to ensure your vessel's secure passage. Contact us to discuss the secure delivery of your yacht.

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