Gigiona (Bavaria 37 Cruiser)
Marina di San Vincenzo
Weekly prices€2,100 · 12 Sep – 24 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
19 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Solid midrange choice The Bavaria 37 is a well-proven cruising design that punches above its weight for three-cabin charters. At 11.3 metres, "Gigiona" offers genuine comfort for small groups or families without the complexity or cost of a larger vessel.
Strong practical features You get autopilot as standard, a real comfort on longer passages, plus a dinghy included, which matters if you're exploring anchorages around your charter destination. The three-cabin layout sleeps eight, so couples or small groups have genuine privacy rather than bunking down together.
Fair value proposition A 2007 Bavaria in this class typically represents honest value for a bareboat charter. The operator's 5/5 rating is encouraging, though that's based on just one review, so take it as a positive signal rather than absolute proof.
One practical note Confirm the exact charter base location and whether Palm Yachting provides airport transfer assistance or local representation, that matters if you're flying long-haul from North America or central Europe. A 2007 boat is well-maintained but not brand new, so clarify what systems have recent upgrades before you commit.
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The marina & destination Marina di San Vincenzo · Italy
Based at Marina di San Vincenzo, Italy . Gigiona is operated by Palm Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di San Vincenzo · Italy
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence and VHF certificate are required. Italian operators ask for a sailing CV; conditions are stricter in the Aeolian Islands than on the mainland.
- Security deposit
- €2,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there3 airports nearby
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.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
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