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Marina d'Arechi · Italy

Hanse 588 : Nausicaa II


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Weekly prices€4,300 · 24 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications 4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc

17.2m · 2020 · Sail boat

Length 17.2m
Beam 5.2m
Cabins 4
Berths 10
WC 4
Year 2020
Type Sail boat
Security Deposit €4,500
Equipment 17 aboard

Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.

  • Autopilot
  • Inverter
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric winches
  • Bimini top
  • Bow thruster
  • TV
  • Heating
  • Generator
  • Watermaker - desalinator
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Radio-CD player
  • Sprayhood
  • Coffee maker
  • Electric toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ice maker: Not listed by operator
  • Dishwasher: Not listed by operator
  • Washer/Dryer: Not listed by operator
  • DVD player: Not listed by operator
  • Game console: Not listed by operator
  • Wi-Fi & Internet: Not listed by operator
  • Convertible table: Not listed by operator
  • Solar Panels: Not listed by operator
  • Holding tank: Not listed by operator
  • Outside Steering Position: Not listed by operator
  • Chart plotter: Not listed by operator
  • Chart plotter in cockpit: Not listed by operator
  • Radar: Not listed by operator
  • Spinnaker: Not listed by operator
  • Gennaker: Not listed by operator
  • Racing sails: Not listed by operator
  • Lazy jack: Not listed by operator
  • Lazy bag: Not listed by operator
  • Outboard engine: Not listed by operator
  • Rudder blades: Not listed by operator
  • Flybridge: Not listed by operator
  • Hydraulic gangway: Not listed by operator
  • Tender garage: Not listed by operator
  • Tenderlift platform: Not listed by operator
  • Swimming platform: Not listed by operator
  • Swimming pool: Not listed by operator
  • Underwater lights: Not listed by operator
  • Teak Cockpit: Not listed by operator
  • Teak deck: Not listed by operator
  • Railing net: Not listed by operator
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit: Not listed by operator
  • Dinghy: Not listed by operator
  • Diving equipment: Not listed by operator
  • Snorkeling equipment: Not listed by operator
  • Stand up paddle: Not listed by operator
About the Hanse 588 Builder's walkthrough · 25 min
Launched
2016
Hull type
Monohull

Video: HanseYachts AG on YouTube Hanse 588 at hanseyachts.com

What KateBot thinks Strengths and trade-offs

KateBot generated · ~200 words

Solid family cruiser The Hanse 588 is an excellent choice for families or small groups wanting comfortable, easy sailing without fussy systems. At 17.2 metres with four cabins and ten berths, it sleeps plenty while remaining manageable for couples who know their way around a yacht.

Well-equipped onboard You're getting serious comfort here: air-con, heating, a water maker, generator, and electric winches mean less sweat, more wine. The bow thruster and autopilot take the stress out of tight anchorages and long passages, making this a genuinely relaxing platform for cruising.

Good value proposition For a 2020 production yacht with this specification and sleeping capacity, the €4,500 deposit suggests competitive weekly rates. You're paying for a modern, reliable boat with proper cruising kit rather than flashy extras.

One practical note The base location isn't listed in your data, so check exactly where MARINA'S SERVICE operates, airport transfer times and whether they have English-speaking staff matter if you're flying in from the US or northern Europe. A well-positioned Mediterranean or Caribbean base would make sense for this yacht's capabilities.

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.

Where Charters Went Top Stop: Amalfi, 48% of trips
Heat map showing recorded overnight stops by charter yachts on round trips from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno during the 2026 season so far
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Yacht charter overnight stops in Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno

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.

Where charter yachts spent their nights

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%.

Planning your charter route

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.

  1. Amalfi48%
  2. Fornillo free45%
  3. Procida38%

These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.

The marina & destination Marina d'Arechi · Italy

Marina d'Arechi

Based at Marina d'Arechi , Italy . Nausicaa II is operated by MARINA'S SERVICE.

Coordinates 40.6419° N, 14.8185° E View marina on Google Maps Map data: Natural Earth
Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Marina d'Arechi · 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 there 3 airports nearby

Flights to Italy

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

Naples NAP ~60 km · 1.5 h

Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.

Olbia OLB ~10 km · 20 min

Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.

Palermo PMO ~30 km · 40 min

Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.

Possible routes 2 hand-picked itineraries

Italy · west coast & islands

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 7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.

1Salerno
Charter base. Spend the first night here before the coast.
2Amalfi
Tie alongside or pick up a mooring outside the breakwater.
3Positano
No marina, moor offshore and tender in. The dramatic photo stop.
4Capri
Marina Grande books months ahead; many boats anchor in Marina Piccola instead.
5Procida
Quieter than Capri, equally pretty. Marina di Corricella has the colourful houses.
Sardinia & La Maddalena 7 days · ~140 nm · 4 stops

Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.

1Olbia
Charter base.
2Maddalena
Permits required, the park office handles them; budget €20-30 per night.
3Caprera
Garibaldi's island; clear anchorages on the east side.
4Bonifacio
French Corsica: cliff-faced fjord harbour. Stamp the passport. Worth the day.

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