Alcyon

Balance 482 – Alcyon (Hull #8)

A Rare Opportunity to Own One of the World’s Most Sought‑After Performance Cruising Catamarans

Alcyon has less than 300 hours on each engine and only three months of use during the delivery from South Africa to Grenada. Shortly after arriving in Grenada, the boat was hauled and stored until it’s recent launch and is now sitting in Camper & Nicholson’s Port Louis Marina.

Step aboard Alcyon and experience what sailors around the world are talking about. Winner of Sailing World and Cruising World’s Best Performance Catamaran (2022), the Balance 482 has redefined what a modern cruising catamaran can be—fast, beautifully balanced, and effortlessly manageable by a couple.

Crafted for adventurers who refuse to compromise, Alcyon delivers an intoxicating blend of speed, safety, and luxury. Whether you dream of crossing oceans or savouring quiet anchorages, this yacht offers the freedom to go anywhere with confidence.

Why Alcyon Stands Out  

• Thrilling performance: Slice upwind at 7–10 knots and enjoy exhilarating reaching speeds of 8–14 knots. In ideal conditions, the 482 has surfed at 28 knots—performance few cruising cats can match.
• Carbon‑reinforced, foam‑core construction: Light, stiff, and built for bluewater adventures.
• High‑aspect daggerboards: Remarkable upwind efficiency and pointing ability.
• VersaHelm system: Enjoy optimal visibility and control in any weather, seas, or helming preference.
• Integrel high‑output charging: Cutting‑edge energy independence underway.
• Premium Ullman ASDL tri‑radial sails: Designed for both durability and speed.
• Fully outfitted electronics suite: Offshore‑ready and confidence‑inspiring.  

This is a yacht that turns miles into memories—and does it with elegance.

Built for Owners Who Want More

The Balance 482 is for sailors who appreciate craftsmanship as much as capability. Each hull is meticulously hand‑laminated, vacuum‑bagged, and engineered with Balance’s strategic Carbon Cross reinforcement, creating a vessel that feels alive on the water yet stable and composed in a seaway.

The result:   A high‑performance catamaran that is genuinely enjoyable to sail, even short‑handed.

3‑Cabin Owner’s Version – A Private Retreat at Sea

Alcyon features the highly desirable Owner’s Version layout, offering:

• A serene, full‑hull owner’s suite with exceptional storage and a spacious head
• Two stylish, comfortable guest cabins perfect for family or friends
• Bright, contemporary finishes that create a warm, welcoming atmosphere
• Quality craftsmanship throughout—Balance’s signature attention to detail  

Whether you're hosting guests or enjoying quiet nights at anchor, the interior feels like a modern, luxurious floating home