Sherdana (Bavaria Cruiser 46)
2018 · 14.3 m · 4 cabins · 9 berths
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Weekly prices€2,667 · 31 Oct – 7 Nov
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 9 berths (8+1) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups The Sherdana is an excellent choice if you're chartering with friends or family, four cabins and nine berths mean everyone gets their own bunk without feeling cramped. She's a 2018 Bavaria Cruiser 46, so you're getting a modern, well-maintained boat that handles the cruising fundamentals really well.
Well-equipped cruiser What stands out here is the thoughtful extras: sprayhood and lazy jack make sailing more comfortable, the chart plotter keeps navigation straightforward, and heating matters if you're exploring cooler waters or shoulder seasons. You've also got a dinghy included, which is genuinely useful for exploring anchorages and getting ashore.
Solid value proposition At a €2500 deposit with a 5-star operator rating, this looks like honest pricing for a well-kept group boat. Sail and Experience clearly maintain their fleet properly, and that five-star feedback tells you other charterers have been genuinely happy here.
One minor note The listing doesn't specify the charter base location, so you'll want to confirm exactly where this boat operates, that affects your flight logistics and what sailing grounds you'll access. Once you've got that detail locked in, this is a confidence-inspiring choice for a multi-cabin holiday.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Amalfi, 48% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno during the 2026 season so far. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Amalfi appeared on 48% of trips, Fornillo free on 45% and Sant Angelo d'Ischia on 30%. Procida was the most common first night, while Amalfi led last nights at 15%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 43% of trips and 40 to 60 nm on 32%.
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Amalfi48%
- Fornillo free45%
- Procida38%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno went
The marina & destination Marina di Stabia · Italy
Based at Marina di Stabia, Italy . Sherdana is operated by Sail and Experience.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di Stabia · 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
- €2,500
- 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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