ARTEMIDE (Dufour 530)
2022 · 16.4 m · 5 cabins · 12 berths
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Weekly prices€4,700 · 3 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 5 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for larger groups With 5 cabins sleeping 12, ARTEMIDE is built for family gatherings or friends wanting their own space, ideal if you're chartering with extended crew and flying in from abroad. The 2022 build means everything is modern and reliable, which matters when you're travelling long-haul to Sicily.
Well-equipped modern boat Electric winches, water maker, ice maker, and radar are serious comfort upgrades that make a real difference on longer passages or multi-week charters. The sprayhood and cockpit cushions show someone's thought about liveability, not just bare-bones sailing.
Reasonable value proposition A newer 16.4m Dufour with this spec and cabin count typically sits at a fair price point for Mediterranean sailing, you're not paying premium rates for a boutique boat, but getting genuine 2022 quality. The €5,000 deposit is standard and reasonable.
One fair caveat The operator has only one review recorded, so there's limited track record to assess reliability, communication, or how they handle pre-charter briefings and post-charter issues. Before committing, I'd recommend reaching out directly with specific questions about their experience with international charterers and base logistics from Palermo or Catania airports.
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 WentTop Stop: Cala Junco, 62% of trips
If you're planning a yacht charter from Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria, 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.
Cala Junco appeared on 62% of trips, Porto di Levante on 57%, Santa Marina Salina on 51% and Stromboli Porto on 50%. Porto di Levante was the most common first night at 34% and last night at 16%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 40 to 60 nm on 53% of trips, and 92% fell in the Aeolian islands destination group.
We can help you work through a charter route from Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria 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.
- Cala Junco62%
- Porto di Levante57%
- Santa Marina Salina51%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination Capo d'Orlando Marina · Italy
Based at Capo d'Orlando Marina, Italy . ARTEMIDE is operated by Invictus Sicily.
Good to know
- Location
- Capo d'Orlando Marina · 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
- €5,000
- 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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