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.
Available Weeks
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What you'll pay
Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.
Paid at the base (mandatory)
Services & extras (optional)
Specifications & Equipment
Equipment (9 aboard · 43 not)
- Refrigerator
- Radio-CD player
- Autopilot
- Chart plotter
- Bimini
- Bow thruster
- Swimming platform
- Dinghy
- Air condition
- Heating
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Dishwasher
- Washer/Dryer
- TV
- DVD player
- Cockpit speakers
- Game console
- Wi-Fi & Internet
- Convertible table
- Cockpit cushions
- Electric toilet
- Generator
- Solar Panels
- Inverter
- Water maker
- Holding tank
- Outside Steering Position
- Chart plotter in cockpit
- Radar
- Spinnaker
- Gennaker
- Racing sails
- Lazy jack
- Lazy bag
- Electric winches
- Sprayhood
- Outboard engine
- Rudder blades
- Flybridge
- Hydraulic gangway
- Tender garage
- Tenderlift platform
- Swimming pool
- Underwater lights
- Teak Cockpit
- Teak deck
- Railing net
- Barbecue grill in cockpit
- Diving equipment
- Snorkeling equipment
- Stand up paddle
SailChecker Expert View
Solid mid-range cruiser The Bavaria Cruiser 46 is a dependable, well-equipped sailboat that suits families and groups of friends looking for a comfortable, manageable week afloat without breaking the bank. At 13.6 metres with four cabins sleeping up to 10, it offers genuine space for a larger crew without the complexity or cost of a bigger vessel.
Practical standout features The bow thruster and autopilot are real quality-of-life wins, especially if your group includes less experienced sailors or anyone who dislikes tight marina manoeuvres. The swimming platform and bimini awning are genuine bonuses for warm-weather sailing, and the full navigation suite keeps you confident in open water.
Honest value assessment A 2018 Bavaria is a sensible choice , well-maintained, proven design, and not overly fancy, which means fewer surprises with maintenance costs. The €4,000 deposit is reasonable for a yacht this size, though you'll want to confirm the weekly charter rate and what's included (fuel, final cleaning, etc.) before committing.
One practical note The operator's base location isn't specified here, so do check airport transfer times and whether the team speaks English fluently , crucial details when you're flying in from the US or further afield. Confirm too that the dinghy is included in your charter cost, as that's sometimes a separate fee.
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The marina & destination
Based at Marina di Portisco, in Portisco, Italy. Rigel is operated by Cruising Charter.
Str. Panoramica Costa Smeralda Km0,100
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.
Frequently asked questions
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