The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.
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Who This Suits. The Bali 4.8 works well for larger groups or extended families who value space and stability; six cabins and 11 berths mean everyone gets reasonable comfort without cramming. If you're chartering from Sardinia and want a catamaran that handles both anchorages and social sailing, this is a sensible choice.
What Stands Out. This is a 2021 build, so systems and rigging are current and well-maintained. The Bali 4.8 design is purpose-built for bareboat and skippered charter, with a proven track record for user-friendly handling and decent storage. You're getting a relatively new platform with the reliability that comes with that.
Value For Money. At €7800 per week, you're in the mid-range for a six-cabin catamaran in the Mediterranean. That's competitive for a 2021 vessel with this layout; older or smaller multihulls at the same base often price similarly. The €5000 deposit is standard and reasonable.
One Caveat. Marina di Portisco is about 45 minutes north of Olbia airport by car, which is straightforward enough for most European arrivals. That said, there's no detailed equipment inventory provided here, so you'll want to confirm what's included for water sports, navigation gear, and galley provisioning before committing.
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Based at Marina di Portisco, Italy. Arianna is operated by Boomerang.
Marina di Portisco sits on Sardinia's northeast coast and provides excellent access to the Maddalena archipelago, reachable in 15-20 nautical miles on a typical northwesterly breeze. Week 1 charters work well as sheltered day hops between granite-studded islands with good holding in sandy bays, or longer passages south to the Costa Smeralda if conditions favour. The marina itself offers full facilities and lies close enough to Porto Cervo for provisioning, making it a practical base for both relaxed cruising and more ambitious sailing.
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Amalfi Coast — Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast — Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
A starting point, not a script — pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
We'll check live availability, apply any discounts, and come back within hours.
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