Dufour 405 | Chioggia Minuddaa

Sail boat · Carloforte · Carloforte Sail Charter

3 cab 6 berths 12.17m 2011

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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)

One Way Cagliari Carloforte

€200 per rental mandatory

End cleaning

€120 per rental mandatory

One Way Carloforte Cagliari

€200 per rental mandatory

One Way Alghero

€500 per rental mandatory

Cagliari extra obligatorio

€250 per rental mandatory

suppl. for charter in Cagliari

€250 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.

€3,500 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Linens-Towels set single (sheets, case, towels)

€25 per rental optional

Skipper + food

€1,400 per week optional

Lines-Towels set double (sheets, case, towels)

€50 per rental optional

Wifi on board

€50 per week optional

Safety net (if available)

€80 per rental optional

Inverter

€25 per week optional

One Way Olbia/Portisco

€600 per rental optional

Hostess, babysitter+food

€800 per week optional

Outboard

€100 per week optional

SUP (stand up paddle)

€150 per week optional

Technical assistance (per hour)

€30 per rental optional

3 Cabins

6 Berths

2 Toilets

12m Length

Length12.17m

Beam3.98m

Cabins3

Berths6

WC2

Year2011

TypeSail boat

Deposit€3,500

Equipment (5 aboard · 47 not)

Radio-CD player
Cockpit speakers
Chart plotter
Sprayhood
Dinghy
Air condition
Heating
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Cockpit cushions
Electric toilet
Generator
Solar Panels
Inverter
Water maker
Holding tank
Autopilot
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter in cockpit
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Bimini
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

Who it suits This Dufour 405 is ideal for couples or small families (up to 6 people) who want a manageable, well-proven cruiser without the complexity of a larger boat. It's nimble enough for one or two people to handle confidently, yet roomy enough for a proper getaway with friends.

Standout features The 2011 build means decent age but solid reliability—Dufours are workhorses in the charter fleet. Three cabins and six berths give genuine flexibility, and the sprayhood plus chart plotter are genuinely useful for serious sailing. You're getting practical kit rather than luxury frills.

Value for money At €3,500 deposit, pricing seems reasonable for a 12-metre boat of this vintage, though you'll want to confirm the weekly rate with Carloforte Sail Charter. The equipment list is honest—nothing flashy, but no embarrassing gaps either. Good bones for a Mediterranean or coastal adventure.

One thing to note The base location isn't specified in your data, which matters hugely for flight connections from the US or UK. Carloforte (Sardinia) is lovely but not a major airport hub—you're likely looking at a Rome or Milan connection, so factor in transfer time before committing.

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The marina & destination

Based at Carloforte, in Carloforte, Italy. Chioggia Minuddaa is operated by Carloforte Sail Charter.

Can Chioggia Minuddaa be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Chioggia Minuddaa 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 Chioggia Minuddaa?

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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