Dufour 350 Adventure | Moonsail

Sail boat · Marsala Marina · Sicily Charter

3 cab 8 berths 10.3m 2020

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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Marsala (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)

Jan

16°

8h 22

Feb

16°

9h 19

Mar

18°

10h 25

Apr

20°

11h 21

May

23°

12h 20

Jun

29°

13h 18

Jul

32°

14h 21

Aug

31°

13h 19

Sep

28°

11h 20

Oct

25°

9h 20

Nov

20°

9h 20

Dec

17°

7h 21

Prime Shoulder Off-season

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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)

additional gas cylinder and outboard petrol tank

€50 per week mandatory

egadi protected sea air

€10 per day mandatory

Outboard engine

€150 per week mandatory

End celaning

€200 per rental mandatory

Bedlinen

€25 per booking person 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.

€3,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

sup/paddle

€100 per week optional

trolling fishing gear

€50 per rental optional

3 Cabins

8 Berths

1 Toilet

10m Length

Length10.3m

Beam3.54m

Cabins3

Berths8

WC1

Year2020

TypeSail boat

Deposit€3,000

Equipment (2 aboard · 50 not)

Autopilot
Dinghy
Air condition
Heating
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Radio-CD 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
Chart plotter in cockpit
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Bimini
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Outboard engine
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

Perfect for couples and small groups. The Dufour 350 Adventure is an ideal entry-level cruiser for sailors wanting comfort without complexity. With three cabins and eight berths, it's spacious enough for families or friends, yet manageable for two people to sail confidently.

Practical, well-equipped boat. The 2020 build means modern systems and reliable performance, while the autopilot takes the strain on longer passages and the included dinghy opens up anchorages beyond the main marina. At 10.3 metres, she's nimble enough for coastal exploring but has the stability for proper sailing.

Solid value proposition. A €3,000 deposit on a newer Dufour in a busy Mediterranean base like Sicily suggests competitive daily rates without compromising on gear or boat condition. You're getting a well-maintained, relatively new vessel, not cutting corners.

One practical note: Sicily is wonderfully remote when you're there, but getting there from the UK, US, or mainland Europe means connecting flights through Rome or Palermo. Factor in 3, 4 hours of ground transfers before you're actually aboard and sailing, so plan accordingly with your travel schedule.

AI-assisted insight based on yacht specifications. Our charter experts can provide personalised advice.

The marina & destination

Based at Marsala Marina, in Marsala, Italy. Moonsail is operated by Sicily Charter.

Why this is a great starting point

Marsala Marina sits on Sicily's northwest coast, offering direct access to the Aeolian Islands and the Tyrrhenian Sea's sheltered cruising grounds. Week 1 typically takes you northeast to Favignana and Levanzo in the Egadi Islands, or across to Pantelleria; these passages are 20-40 nautical miles with reliable thermal winds and settled summer conditions. The marina provides good facilities and provisioning for longer explorations toward the Lipari archipelago or the Tyrrhenian coast.

Can Moonsail be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Moonsail 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 Moonsail?

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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