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Who It Suits. This 2021 Lagoon 40 works well for groups of 6-10 people wanting comfortable catamaran sailing without breaking the bank; it's a solid fit for families or mixed-ability crews thanks to the spacious dual-hull design and forgiving handling.
Standout Features. The four-cabin layout sleeps ten, which is genuinely useful for larger parties sharing costs, and the inverter (pure sine wave) means you can run laptops and sensitive gear without worrying about power quality. Cala dei Sardi in Sardinia is a convenient base for exploring the Maddalena Islands and northeast coast, with reasonable transfer times from Olbia airport.
Value For Money. At roughly €3,500 per week all-in, you're getting a relatively new catamaran with modern systems at a fair mid-season rate; the deposit sits at a sensible €3,500 too. For a four-cabin cat in the Mediterranean, this pricing is competitive without being a bargain.
One Honest Note. Catamarans of this size can feel a touch slow in light winds compared to monohulls, so if you're after consistent pace, manage expectations; the upside is stability and room, which usually matters more to charter groups than raw speed.
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Based at Cala dei Sardi, Italy. Aquila (WM, Inverter) is operated by NSS Charter.
Cala dei Sardi in Portisco sits on the north coast of Sardinia, offering direct access to the sheltered waters and granite islands of the Costa Smeralda and Maddalena archipelago. Week 1 typically involves island-hopping between Caprera, Budelli, and Spargi, with steady northwesterly winds providing reliable sailing conditions for the 15-25 nautical mile passages. The marina serves as an ideal base for cruisers wanting to explore some of the Mediterranean's clearest waters without committing to longer offshore passages.
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.
A starting point, not a script — pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
We'll check live availability, apply any discounts, and come back within hours.
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