SURPRISE is an exceptional Alibi 65 catamaran built in 2015 by the renowned French shipyard ALIBI and designed by Loic Goepfert. Currently lying in Sète, France, this elegant and lightweight performance multihull has proven her capabilities during a full circumnavigation, showcasing impressive upwind agility, comfort at sea, and ease of handling.
With an overall length of 20.37 meters and a generous beam of 10.15 meters, SURPRISE offers unmatched space and liveability. Constructed from lightweight composite (GRP), she combines speed and safety, making her an ideal platform for both blue-water cruising and coastal exploration. Her 26-meter rotating carbon mast by LORIMA and full set of DOYLE sails deliver superb sailing performance in all conditions.
The interior layout is bright and functional, designed to accommodate up to 8 guests in 4 double cabins, along with 3 crew members in 2 separate cabins. The main salon offers a 360° panoramic view, a dining area, a fully equipped galley, and a relaxing lounge. The spacious aft cockpit features a dining table, a sofa for 4, and dual carbon helm stations for optimal control and visibility under sail.
SURPRISE is exceptionally well-equipped for long-distance cruising and autonomy, including a 200 l/h watermaker, 15 kVA FISHER PANDA generator, 18 SOLBIAN solar panels delivering 2,000 W, and advanced communication systems such as dual Starlink, Iridium GO Exec, and Iridium 9575. Her electronics suite includes B&G H5000 navigation instruments, radar, AIS, autopilot, and multiple plotters.
For leisure, she carries a 12ft AB NAVIGO tender with a 20 HP HONDA outboard, as well as a paddleboard, kayak, and forward trampoline awning. SURPRISE is a rare opportunity to acquire a proven, luxurious, and high-performance catamaran, perfect for a family adventure or high-end charter operation.
