Silente (Dufour 56 Exclusive)
Punta Nuraghe
Weekly prices€6,720 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment6 cab · 11 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups The Dufour 56 Exclusive is genuinely excellent for larger parties or extended families, six cabins and eleven berths mean you can comfortably accommodate everyone without anyone doubling up uncomfortably. For a long-haul flight to Sardinia, this boat delivers serious value in spreading accommodation costs across the group.
Well-equipped modern vessel Built in 2021, "Silente" has some genuinely useful features: electric winches take the strain out of sail handling, solar panels help keep running costs down, and the hydraulic gangway is a thoughtful luxury for boarding. The teak deck and cockpit are lovely touches that elevate the experience beyond a purely functional charter.
Fair value proposition For a boat this size and age with six cabins, the pricing appears competitive, though we'd always recommend getting quotes from multiple operators to be sure. The deposit is reasonable and the equipment list is solid without being extraordinary.
One honest note The operator's 3.3/5 rating is noticeably mixed, which warrants caution; check recent reviews carefully to understand whether issues were one-offs or patterns. Before committing, contact them directly about availability, support response times, and any recent feedback from other charterers, especially important when flying internationally to rely on smooth handover and backup support.
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The marina & destination Punta Nuraghe · Italy
Based at Punta Nuraghe, Italy . Silente 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
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