Dufour 470 : Sama 1
- Length
- 14.8 m
- Toilets
- 4
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Price & Extras
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Weekly prices
Specifications
14.8m · 2022 · Sail boat
Equipment
Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.
- Ice maker
- Coffee maker
- TV
- Generator
- Watermaker - desalinator
- Air Conditioning
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About the Dufour 470
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect family cruiser. The Dufour 470 is an excellent mid-sized cruising yacht that suits families and small groups looking for comfortable, accessible sailing without complexity. With four cabins sleeping eight, you've got genuine privacy and flexibility, whether you're chartering with kids or two couples.
Smart onboard comfort. This 2022 model is well-equipped for extended cruising, air conditioning, generator, water maker, and ice maker mean you'll have modern conveniences even in warm Mediterranean climates. It's the kind of thoughtful specification that makes longer charters genuinely relaxed rather than roughing-it experiences.
Solid value proposition. The Dufour 470 sits at a sweet spot: roomy enough to avoid feeling crowded, modern enough to be reliable, and typically priced fairly for what you get in the four-cabin category. That €3,500 deposit is reasonable and suggests Nel Blu Charter operates professionally.
One practical note: I don't have the base location here, which matters, confirm where you're picking up and how convenient it is from your nearest international airport. Some Med bases are 30 minutes from major hubs; others require ground transfers. Worth clarifying before booking.
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.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi
If you're planning a yacht charter from West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Calamoni appeared on 69% of trips, Finocchio Marino on 48% and Cala Dogana on 46%. San Vito lo Capo was the most common first and last night. The furthest straight-line point from base stayed under 40 nm on 76% of trips, while 24% reached over 60 nm.
Planning your charter route
We can help you work through a charter route from West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
- Calamoni69%
- Finocchio Marino48%
- Cala Dogana46%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi went
The marina & destination
La Cala (Porto Palermo)
Based at La Cala (Porto Palermo) , Italy . Sama 1 is operated by Nel Blu Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- La Cala (Porto Palermo) · 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 there
Flights 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.
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 routes
Italy · 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 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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