Bollicina (Lagoon 42)
2024 · 12.8 m · 4 cabins · 10 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
12.8m · 2024 · Catamaran
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for groups. With 12 berths across 4 cabins, Bollicina is ideal for larger families or friend groups wanting to split costs, especially valuable when you're flying in from the US or Europe for a week-long adventure.
Well-equipped modern cat. The 2024 Lagoon 42 comes with genuine comfort features: air conditioning, a water maker for extended cruising, solar panels, and a generator mean you won't rough it. The teak cockpit and built-in speakers add a touch of style for evening anchorages.
Solid value proposition. At this cabin count and with a new-build spec, the pricing sits fairly in the mid-range for Mediterranean or Caribbean charters. The €3,500 deposit is reasonable, and NSS Charter's 4.3-star rating suggests reliable service, though the modest review volume (10) means less historical data than some operators.
One realistic note: Catamarans this size with 12 berths do mean tighter cabin spaces, so manage expectations if your group values privacy. Before booking, confirm the exact location of the charter base and check flight connections, you'll want to factor in transfer time from your nearest international airport.
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
Yacht charter overnight stops in Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena during the 2026 season so far. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Calanque de la Catena appeared on 40% of trips, Cala Renella on 34% and Cannigione on 15%. Il Pevero was the most common first night at 9%, while Cala Renella led last nights at 9%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 71% of trips.
Planning your charter route
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena for this type of boat.
- Calanque de la Catena40%
- Cala Renella34%
- Cannigione15%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena went
The marina & destination
Cala dei Sardi
Based at Cala dei Sardi, Italy . Bollicina is operated by NSS Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- Cala dei Sardi · 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 there
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.
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 routes
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
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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