Hydra (D&D Kufner 54)

La Cala (Porto Palermo)

Hydra
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Weekly prices€5,000 · 26 Sep – 27 DecAvailability on application
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26 Sep€5,000
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 5 wc16.8m · 2020 · Sail boat
Length16.8m
Beam4.9m
Cabins5
Berths10
WC5
Year2020
TypeSail boat
Deposit€500
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Built for groups. The Hydra sleeps 10 across five cabins, making it ideal for families or friends chartering together, you'll get more intimate space than typical bareboat flotillas, and the 2020 build means everything's modern and reliable.

Well-equipped vessel. Autopilot, bow thruster, and a full suite of electronics (chart plotter, radio) take the pressure off longer passages, while air conditioning and a bimini keep everyone comfortable in warmer waters, a real bonus on extended trips.

Reasonable entry point. A €1500 deposit is refreshingly modest, suggesting competitive weekly rates for a five-cabin 54-footer in this condition, though final pricing depends on your charter dates and Sundream's current availability.

One note: We don't have the base location listed, which matters for flight connections and voyage planning, reach out to Sundream directly to confirm where you'll pick up and whether the airport transfer time suits your itinerary from the US or Europe.

KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.

The marina & destination La Cala (Porto Palermo) · ItalyLa Cala (Porto Palermo)

Based at La Cala (Porto Palermo), Italy . Hydra is operated by Sundream.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
La Cala (Porto Palermo) · Italy
Licences
We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
Security deposit
€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 nearbyFlights to Italy

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

NaplesNAP~60 km · 1.5 h

Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.

OlbiaOLB~10 km · 20 min

Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.

PalermoPMO~30 km · 40 min

Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.

Possible routes2 hand-picked itinerariesItaly · west coast & islands

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Amalfi Coast7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.

1Salerno
Charter base. Spend the first night here before the coast.
2Amalfi
Tie alongside or pick up a mooring outside the breakwater.
3Positano
No marina, moor offshore and tender in. The dramatic photo stop.
4Capri
Marina Grande books months ahead; many boats anchor in Marina Piccola instead.
5Procida
Quieter than Capri, equally pretty. Marina di Corricella has the colourful houses.
Sardinia & La Maddalena7 days · ~140 nm · 4 stops

Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.

1Olbia
Charter base.
2Maddalena
Permits required, the park office handles them; budget €20-30 per night.
3Caprera
Garibaldi's island; clear anchorages on the east side.
4Bonifacio
French Corsica: cliff-faced fjord harbour. Stamp the passport. Worth the day.

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