Saro (Dufour 530)
2023 · 16.4 m · 6 cabins · 13 berths
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Weekly prices€5,250 · 19 Sep – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment6 cab · 13 berths (12+1) · 5 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for larger groups. With 6 cabins and 13 berths, Saro is ideal if you're bringing family or friends, you won't feel cramped, and the convertible table means flexible dining. This is a genuine crew boat, not a couple's getaway.
Well-equipped modern cruiser. The 2023 Dufour 530 comes loaded: bow thruster for tight anchorages, autopilot to ease long passages, air conditioning (a real comfort in Mediterranean heat), and a generator so you're not living rough. Lazy bag and lazy jacks make sail handling genuinely easier with a bigger group who may be less experienced.
Reasonable value proposition. At €600 deposit, the entry cost is modest, though you'll want to confirm the weekly charter rate with Lascatutto, as that will determine true value. For a modern, well-appointed 16-metre with this cabin count, it's competitive if the daily rate is fair.
One honest note: We don't have the charter base location listed here, so you'll need to check sailing distance from your nearest major airport, European bases vary wildly in access. That said, if Lascatutto is established and English-speaking, logistics shouldn't be a headache for international clients.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Amalfi, 48% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno 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.
Amalfi appeared on 48% of trips, Fornillo free on 45% and Sant Angelo d'Ischia on 30%. Procida was the most common first night, while Amalfi led last nights at 15%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 43% of trips and 40 to 60 nm on 32%.
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 Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Amalfi48%
- Fornillo free45%
- Procida38%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno went
The marina & destination Marina di Procida · Italy
Based at Marina di Procida, Italy . Saro is operated by Lascatutto.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di Procida · 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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