Gryffindor (Dufour 530 Exclusive 2020)
Punta Nuraghe
Weekly prices€5,010 · 10 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment7 cab · 13 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Who It Suits This boat is ideal for larger groups or multi-family charters, with 7 cabins and 13 berths, you've got genuine flexibility without cramping anyone's style. If you're bringing extended family or friends and want a spacious, modern platform to explore Sardinia together, the Dufour 530 delivers that comfort level.
Real Standout Features The teak cockpit and deck are genuinely lovely for entertaining, and those electric winches will save your crew's arms on longer passages. Solar panels plus an inverter mean you can anchor in quiet spots without draining batteries, which is a smart cruising touch for the Mediterranean.
Value Question Worth Asking At €4,500 deposit, pricing sits in mid-range territory for a 2020 boat of this size in Sardinia. Before booking, check the weekly rate against comparable Dufour 520s or Bavaria Cruiser models, the operator's 3.3/5 rating (based on 19 reviews) suggests it's worth clarifying what those mixed reviews mention, as that score is noticeably lower than premium charter operators.
One Real Caveat Sardinia's main airport (Cagliari or Costa Smeralda) can mean 1, 2 hours to the charter base depending on which port you're sailing from. Confirm transfer arrangements upfront so you're not scrambling after a long transatlantic or European flight.
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The marina & destination Punta Nuraghe · Italy
Based at Punta Nuraghe, Italy . Gryffindor is operated by Yachting in Sardinia.
Good to know
- Location
- Punta Nuraghe · 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
- €4,500
- 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
Where charters went
Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena
- Calanque de la Catena40%
- Cala Renella34%
- Cannigione15%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena went
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