Chioggia Minuddaa (Dufour 405 GL)
2011 · 12.2 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Weekly prices€2,200 · 26 Sep – 2 Jan
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
15 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
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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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Pula, 35% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Sardinia, Cagliari and the south 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.
Pula and Perda Longa led the overnight ranking, with Perda Longa appearing on 35% of trips and Porto di Carloforte on 24%. Marina Piccola was the most common first night, while Marina di Villasimius and Pula shared the last-night lead. The furthest straight-line point from base stayed under 40 nm on 100% of recorded trips.
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 Sardinia, Cagliari and the south, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Pula35%
- Perda Longa35%
- Marina di Villasimius32%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Sardinia, Cagliari and the south went
The marina & destination Carloforte · Italy
Based at Carloforte, Italy . Chioggia Minuddaa is operated by Carloforte Sail Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- Carloforte · 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
- €3,500
- 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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