Belize 43 | Piropo (Cuba)

Catamaran · Marina Cienfuegos · Alboran Charter

6 cab 10 berths 13m 2006

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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)

Sailing tax per person Cuba

€12 per person per day mandatory

Gas consumption

€15 per week mandatory

End cleaning 5 cabins and catamarans

€140 per rental mandatory

Refundable security deposit

Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

€2,500 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Outboard engine

€125 per week optional

Extra towel

€5 per rental optional

Bedding per person (includes sheet, duvet cover and one towel)

€20 per rental optional

Fuel for the outboard engine

€10 per week optional

Cockpit cushions per unit

€5 per rental optional

Security Insurance (sailing yachts)+reduced deposit with credit card of 600€

€220 per rental optional

6 Cabins

10 Berths (8+2)

4 Toilets

13m Length

Length13m

Beam7m

Cabins6

Berths10

WC4

Year2006

TypeCatamaran

Deposit€2,500

Equipment (9 aboard · 43 not)

Refrigerator
Radio-CD player
Solar Panels
Autopilot
Chart plotter in cockpit
Lazy jack
Bimini
Outboard engine
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
Inverter
Water maker
Holding tank
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Hydraulic gangway
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Teak Cockpit
Teak deck
Railing net
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle

Best for groups Piropo suits larger parties or multi-family getaways—six cabins sleep ten comfortably, making per-person costs very reasonable for a catamaran charter. The 43-footer hits a sweet spot between spacious accommodation and manageable sailing in Caribbean waters around Cuba.

Solid practical kit She's well-equipped for independent cruising: solar panels keep power costs down, autopilot eases long passages, and the chart plotter handles navigation without fuss. The dinghy and outboard mean you can explore shallow anchorages and tender ashore easily.

Fair value proposition At €2,500 deposit for a six-cabin cat, the entry cost is competitive—though you'll want to confirm total charter fees directly with Alboran, as the listing doesn't show daily rates. A 2006 boat is honest work rather than pristine, but catamarans this age hold up well if maintained.

Limited track record caveat Alboran Charter has only two reviews on record, so you're betting on a smaller operator with less public feedback than established brokers. Do ask Alboran directly about recent refit work, crew experience, and their support network in Cuba—important given the region's logistical quirks and distance from most international flybases.

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Can Piropo (Cuba) be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Piropo (Cuba) bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.

What sailing licence do I need to charter Piropo (Cuba)?

Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.

What's included in the charter price?

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.

What additional costs should I expect at the base?

Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.

How does the security deposit work?

The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

Can I cancel my charter booking?

Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.

Is the yacht insured?

Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.

What documents do I need to bring?

You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.

What payment methods are accepted?

Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.

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