Seawind 1000 Turnkey Catamaran, Fully upgraded &Ready to cruise

? Seawind 1000 "Turtle" (1998) - Turnkey Liveaboard Catamaran, Fully Upgraded & Ready to Cruise!

After an unforgettable year at sea, our sabbatical is coming to an end -- and it's time for Turtle to find her next adventure crew.
This Australian-built Seawind 1000 (1998) is a proven, safe, and seaworthy cruising catamaran -- fully self-contained, energy independent, and 100% ready for liveaboard or extended cruising.
Lovingly maintained and extensively upgraded in 2024-2025, Turtle is a rare turnkey opportunity.

? Location

Turtle is berthed in Airlie Beach -- the gateway to the Whitsundays, a world-class sailing destination and the perfect, protected area to learn how to sail in a safe environment.
Berth fees are paid until May 2026, so you can move aboard immediately and start living the dream.
We've already done the hard part for you -- sailing her up the East Coast from Sydney!

? Power & Energy Independence

All-new Victron system (2025): Cerbo GX, DC-DC converter, 4x MPPT controllers, Smart Shunt, and Multiplus II 3000W inverter/charger

Lithium power bank: 4x 100Ah Victron LiFePO4 batteries (400Ah total)

New (2025) 1720W solar array:

2x 440W bifacial panels

2x 430W flexible Sunman eArc panels

Honda i22 backup generator - new, used less than 5 hours

12V, 24V, and 230V systems for full redundancy and flexibility

? Water & Comfort

Rainman 140L/h watermaker (fixed installation, dedicated through-hull)

ElectroScan sanitation system with new marine toilet & hoses (2025)

2.5kg wall-mount washing machine - perfect for life aboard

Bright, airy saloon and practical galley designed for long-term comfort

UV-shade protectors on saloon windows

? Sails, Rigging & Anchoring

New Barracouta Sails flat-top mainsail (2025)

Genoa & Jib in great condition

New standing & running rigging (2024)

New Rocna 20kg main anchor (2025) + Rocna 15kg secondary anchor

New 80m 8mm main chain + 30m chain & rope for secondary anchor

? Navigation & Electronics

All-new Raymarine suite (2025):

Axiom Pro 2 MFD

EV100 wheel autopilot

i70 instruments (wind, depth, speed)

Raymarine AIS 700

? Engines & Tender

2x brand new Tohatsu 20hp engines (2025) - with new throttle cables & controls

New Sirocco dinghy + Mercury 5hp outboard (2025)

New 6-person liferaft (2025)

? Safety & Extras

Full safety inventory: lifejackets, danbuoy, and more

2 inflatable SUPs for exploring and fun

All inventory stays onboard - from tools to galleyware and linens. You literally just need to bring your suitcase!

? Why "Turtle"?

Turtle has been our trusted floating home -- comfortable, efficient, and completely self-sufficient.
Every major system has been upgraded or renewed for safety, comfort, and simplicity.
She's a true turnkey catamaran, ideal for coastal or offshore cruising, liveaboard life, or your own sailing sabbatical.