Taddarita (Dufour 530)
La Cala (Porto Palermo)
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
Who it suits This 2025 Dufour 530 is ideal for larger groups or families wanting comfortable cruising without constant sail handling, think 8, 13 people who'd rather relax than wrestle with rigging. The six cabins and modern conveniences make it a floating apartment rather than a purist's challenge.
Standout features Electric winches and a bow thruster do the heavy lifting, while solar panels and an inverter keep you powered without running the generator constantly. The teak cockpit, bimini, and sprayhood create a genuine outdoor living space, and air conditioning across six cabins is a genuine luxury for Mediterranean or warm-water charters.
Value assessment At a €600 deposit, this is competitive for a near-new, fully-equipped 16-metre with serious creature comforts and cabin count. You're paying for convenience and space rather than a stripped-back sailing machine, fair pricing if your group prioritizes comfort and ease of use over performance.
One honest note A 530 with 13 berths means some cabins will feel snug, and coordinating that many people requires solid communication before you arrive at the base. Confirm the exact cabin layouts and whether berthing assignments work for your group dynamic 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.
The marina & destination La Cala (Porto Palermo) · Italy
Based at La Cala (Porto Palermo), Italy . Taddarita is operated by Lascatutto.
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 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
West Sicily: Palermo, Trapani, Marsala and the Egadi
- 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
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