Dufour 430 | Thymus

Sail boat · Punta Nuraghe · Yachting in Sardinia

4 cab 8 berths 13.24m 2023

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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)

Starter Pack 4: Welcome gift; BBQ; water purifier; Bed linen for each cabin; Bath Towel set (1 bath towel + 1 face towel + 1 beach towel for each crew member); 1 Gas Cylinder; Final cleaning.

Standard end-of-charter cleaning + bed linen, charged across the industry.

€470 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)

Hammock

€38 per week optional

Hostess - quote upon request

€1,250 per week optional

Outboard engine monohulls

€170 per week optional

Bed-making service (per 1 cabin) (guaranteed after 18:00)

€15 per rental optional

Liferaft (6 pax) - sailing over 3Nm

€200 per week optional

Liferaft (10 pax) - sailing over 3Nm

€300 per rental optional

Liferaft (8 pax) - sailing over 3Nm

€250 per week optional

Wi Fi Router (Unlimited guaranteed only in Italy

€100 per week optional

Additional gas cylinder

€30 per rental optional

Canoe

€200 per week optional

Safety Net up to 45 ft

€200 per rental optional

Guaranteed skipper service (compulsory when chosing skipper, searching for 2 alternative CVs with pricing)

SERVIZIO SKIPPER GARANTITO (compulsory when chosing skipper, searching for 2 alternative CVs with pricing)

€150 per rental optional

Deck sunbeds non customized (2 psc)

€250 per week optional

Guaranteed hostess service (compulsory when chosing hostess, searching for 2 alternative CVs with pricing)

SERVIZIO HOSTESS GARANTITO (compulsory when chosing hostess, searching for 2 alternative CVs with pricing)

€150 per rental optional

Snorkelling set per person

€25 per week optional

Early Boarding - monohulls over 42ft (embarkation on Sat. at 13pm)

€375 per rental optional

Luggage deposit (per standard size luggage/per week)

€30 per week optional

Skipper for monohulls up to 50'

Skipper for monohulls - quote upon request

€1,550 per week optional

Transfer Olbia/YiS base by car up to 3 person per way

€65 per rental optional

Paddle Board (SUP)

€135 per week optional

Bow Thrust

€150 per week optional

Late check-out monohulls over 42

€375 per rental optional

Deposit reduction up to 50ft (deposit reduced 1000 EUR)

€250 per week optional

Nespresso coffee machine

€50 per week optional

Pets on board - maximum 10 kg (+500€ additional deposit)

€185 per rental optional

Transfer Olbia/YiS base minibus up to 8 person per way

€90 per rental optional

4 Cabins

8 Berths

2 Toilets

13m Length

Length13.24m

Beam4.3m

Cabins4

Berths8

WC2

Year2023

TypeSail boat

Deposit€3,500

Equipment (10 aboard · 42 not)

Refrigerator
Cockpit cushions
Electric toilet
Inverter
Chart plotter in cockpit
Electric winches
Hydraulic gangway
Swimming platform
Teak Cockpit
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Air condition
Heating
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Radio-CD player
Cockpit speakers
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Generator
Solar Panels
Water maker
Holding tank
Autopilot
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Bimini
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Outboard engine
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Teak deck
Railing net
Dinghy
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle

Perfect for families The Dufour 430 is an excellent choice if you're bringing the whole clan—four cabins sleeping up to eight makes it roomy without being unwieldy. At 13.2 metres, it's genuinely easy to handle, so even less experienced sailors can manage it confidently.

Smart modern kit Electric winches and a hydraulic gangway take the physical strain out of sailing, while the chart plotter and excellent safety gear keep things straightforward. The teak cockpit, barbecue, and swimming platform are genuine quality-of-life touches that make longer charters really enjoyable.

Decent value proposition A 2023 boat in this size and spec, with four proper cabins, typically offers solid bang for your buck on the charter market. The €3,500 deposit is reasonable, and you're getting modern systems that should run without headaches.

Operator track record matters That said, the 3.3-star rating from 19 reviews is a yellow flag worth noting—it suggests inconsistent service or support from Yachting in Sardinia. Before booking, dig into those reviews specifically about handover, responsiveness, and condition checks; a middling operator can sour an otherwise brilliant boat.

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The marina & destination

Based at Punta Nuraghe, in Porto Rotondo, Italy. Thymus is operated by Yachting in Sardinia.

Via G. Bonanno

Can Thymus be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Thymus 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 Thymus?

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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