Hanse 508 | SIMFONIX

Sail boat · Marina de Cascais · Palmayachts

5 cab 8 berths 15.55m 2020
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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Cascais (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)
Jan
16°
7h 26
Feb
16°
8h 24
Mar
16°
9h 26
Apr
19°
11h 26
May
20°
13h 26
Jun
22°
13h 26
Jul
23°
13h 28
Aug
24°
12h 29
Sep
22°
11h 24
Oct
22°
9h 24
Nov
19°
8h 24
Dec
16°
8h 23
Prime Shoulder Off-season
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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

One Way - Portimão - Lisbon (L)
€750 per rental mandatory
One Way - Lisbon - Lagos (L)
€650 per rental mandatory
End cleaning 41´- 53´
€220 per rental mandatory
One Way - Algarve - Algarve (L)
€1,200 per rental mandatory
One Way - Lisbon - Portimão (L)
€750 per rental mandatory
Skipper Cat (food not included)
€250 per night mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Wi-fi
€50 per week optional
Chef (food not included)
€270 per night optional
End cleaning >53´
€250 per rental optional
Bedding and towels
€25 per rental optional
Transfer to/from Portimão
€95 per rental optional
Hostess (food not included)
€150 per night optional
Outboard engine
€100 per week optional
Transfer from Lx Airport to Marina
€60 per rental optional
5 Cabins
8 Berths
4 Toilets
15m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length15.55m
Beam4.75m
Cabins5
Berths8
WC4
Year2020
TypeSail boat

Equipment (5 aboard · 47 not)

  • Refrigerator
  • Radio-CD player
  • Inverter
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Sprayhood
  • Air condition
  • Heating
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Game console
  • Wi-Fi & Internet
  • Convertible table
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Electric toilet
  • Generator
  • Solar Panels
  • Water maker
  • Holding tank
  • Autopilot
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter
  • Radar
  • Spinnaker
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • Electric winches
  • Bimini
  • Bow thruster
  • Outboard engine
  • Rudder blades
  • Flybridge
  • Hydraulic gangway
  • Tender garage
  • Tenderlift platform
  • Swimming platform
  • Swimming pool
  • Underwater lights
  • Teak Cockpit
  • Teak deck
  • Railing net
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit
  • Dinghy
  • Diving equipment
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Stand up paddle
About this yacht
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SailChecker Expert View

Solid family choice. The Hanse 508 is a well-designed cruiser that comfortably sleeps eight across five cabins, making it ideal for multi-generational groups or two families sharing costs. At 15.6 metres, it's spacious enough to feel roomy without being unwieldy for mixed-ability sailing crews.

Smart practical touches. You get a chart plotter in the cockpit (essential for navigation), a sprayhood for weather protection, and an inverter for charging devices, all the everyday conveniences that make charter weeks less about roughing it and more about actually enjoying yourselves. The 2020 build year means systems should still be relatively new.

Zero deposit appeal. A €0 deposit is genuinely rare and removes friction when booking; that's a real plus from Palmayachts' side, though do check what insurance or cancellation terms apply in return.

One practical note. You'll need to confirm the charter base location, it's not listed in your data, so before committing, verify airport transfer times and whether Palmayachts offers English-speaking support, both important for international clients flying in. That detail will make or break the booking convenience.

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The marina & destination

Based at Marina de Cascais, in Cascais, Portugal. SIMFONIX is operated by Palmayachts.

Casa de Säo Bernardo

Why this is a great starting point

Marina de Cascais sits just west of Lisbon, offering straightforward access to Portugal's protected Tagus estuary and the dramatic coastline of the Sintra-Cascais National Park. Week 1 typically involves exploring the rocky coves and beach anchorages between Cascais and Guincho, then pushing south toward the limestone cliffs and fishing villages around Caparica, all achievable in light northerly winds. The marina's sheltered location makes it ideal for crews acclimatising to Atlantic conditions before longer passages toward the Algarve or southwest to the Berlengas Islands.

Frequently asked questions
Can SIMFONIX be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter SIMFONIX bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.
What sailing licence do I need to charter SIMFONIX?
Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.
What's included in the charter price?
The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.
What additional costs should I expect at the base?
Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.
How does the security deposit work?
The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
Can I cancel my charter booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.
Is the yacht insured?
Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.
What documents do I need to bring?
You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.
What payment methods are accepted?
Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.

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