Fountaine Pajot's 44-foot cruising catamaran from 2013 to 2018. Replaced the Orana 44 and itself replaced by the Elba 45. With over 250 hulls built, one of the most actively traded used Fountaine Pajots.
The Helia 44 entered production in 2013 as the replacement for the Orana 44 in Fountaine Pajot's family-cruiser slot. Designed by Berret-Racoupeau and the FP design team, the Helia introduced two key innovations: the bulkhead-mounted helm station accessible from both aft cockpit and side deck, and the integrated bimini lounge area to port of the flybridge. Both became signatures of FP's mid-2010s sailing range.
Production ran until 2018, when the Elba 45 took over the slot. Industry estimates put Helia 44 production at over 250 hulls — substantial for a five-year run. The boat became dominant in charter fleets across Croatia, Greece, the Caribbean, and the Indian Ocean, and that charter exposure now defines the used market.
On the resale market in 2026, Helia 44 inventory is dominated by ex-charter boats — typically 2013–2016 hulls coming off long charter programmes. Pricing has stabilised at meaningful discounts to the contemporary Elba 45 and Tanna 47, making the Helia 44 a value play for buyers willing to accept higher engine hours and the cosmetic wear of charter use. Maestro owner-version Helias are scarce and command 20–30% premiums.
Specifications are manufacturer figures for a base specification Helia 44. Individual boats vary based on year, equipment, and owner modifications. Always verify against the specific boat's documentation during survey.
The Helia 44 is offered in multiple layouts. Choosing between them is the most important decision in a Helia 44 purchase, and meaningfully affects price, resale, and how the boat actually lives.
Starboard hull dedicated to a single owner suite with island queen berth, ensuite head with separate shower, and storage. Port hull contains two guest cabins with shared head. Total of 3 cabins, 2 heads. Best for couples. Trades at a 20–30% premium on the used market — Maestro Helias are genuinely scarce.
Both hulls split into multiple cabins with four or five heads. Sleeps 8–10 guests plus crew. The dominant layout in original sales — most ex-charter Helias are 4 or 5-cabin versions. Lower per-cabin price but reduced storage. Ideal for buyers who genuinely want more cabins or who plan to operate short-term charters.
Wider context on layout choice and resale implications: our charter version vs owner version guide.
Indicative 2026 ranges for the Helia 44 across condition, year, and layout. Country of sale also affects pricing — Italian and French inventory typically lists 5 to 15 percent above Spanish or Greek equivalents.
For deeper context on Fountaine Pajot pricing, condition adjustments, and country-of-sale variation, see our complete catamaran prices guide.
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Charter Helias commonly show 6,000–10,000+ hours by year 10. At those levels, full engine replacement is a realistic conversation — budget €18,000–€25,000 per side. Verify service history and consider a full engine survey on any 4,000+ hour boat.
Original 2013–2014 sails are well past their service life — most Helias have had at least one full sail replacement, possibly two. Verify date stamps, condition under load during sea trial. Standing rigging on 10+ year boats should be inspected for replacement (every 10–12 years).
The bulkhead helm was a Helia signature; check for water ingress around the helm seat seals, bimini support corrosion, and steering linkage condition. Common watching points on charter boats with deferred maintenance.
Charter Helias have basic B&G or Raymarine packages; many electronics are now obsolete or near end-of-life. Budget €8,000–€18,000 for full electronics refit if planning serious cruising. Owner-version boats typically have substantially better packages.
10+ year charter use shows. Look for: gelcoat fade and oxidation (correctable), structural starring around stress points (concerning), saloon glazing seal condition, and teak deck wear if originally fitted (replacement is €15,000–€25,000).
Used Helia 44 prices typically range from €220k for a 2013 charter-version with very high engine hours, up to €510k for a 2017–2018 final-year Maestro owner-version. The Helia 44 has stabilised at meaningful discounts to the Elba 45 successor — for value-conscious buyers willing to accept charter wear, the Helia is a credible 14-metre catamaran at sub-€300k.
The Elba 45 is the Helia 44's direct successor (2018) with redrawn hulls (~10% lower drag), a larger fly-lounge, and updated saloon glazing. The Elba is a meaningfully better boat in objective terms. But the Helia 44 trades at a substantial discount — typical 2015–2016 Helias are priced at 50–60% of equivalent-year Elbas. For budget buyers, the Helia remains a credible alternative.
No — the Helia 44 was discontinued in 2018 and replaced by the Elba 45. All Helia 44s on the market are used. Inventory remains substantial across the Mediterranean and Caribbean, mostly from charter-fleet returns.
The Helia 44 was sold in three primary layouts: Maestro 3-cabin (owner suite), Quatuor 4-cabin, and Quintet 5-cabin (both hulls split, charter-oriented).
Yes — Maestro 3-cabin Helias work well for couples or small families wanting full-time liveaboard use. The owner suite is genuinely spacious, tankage is reasonable for the size, and parts availability remains good (FP still supports the model). The trade-off vs newer boats is older systems, generally more dated electronics, and accumulated charter wear on most available examples.
Yes — many Helia 44 owners have completed Atlantic crossings, including ARC participation. The boat has the volume, tankage, and sail wardrobe to handle blue-water cruising. The main consideration is condition: a well-maintained Helia is fully capable; a charter-fleet Helia with deferred maintenance needs significant work before being passage-ready.
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