Hot Wind (Lagoon 440)

Name: Hot Wind: Lagoon 440
Brand: Lagoon 440
Price: 2780 EUR
Availability: InStock

Marina Golfo Cugnana

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Price across the season €2,780 — €8,100

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31 Dec€2,780Your week

4 Jan€2,780

11 Jan€2,780

18 Jan€2,780

25 Jan€2,780

1 Feb€2,780

8 Feb€2,780

15 Feb€2,780

22 Feb€2,780

1 Mar€2,780

8 Mar€2,780

15 Mar€2,780

22 Mar€2,780

29 Mar€2,780

5 Apr€2,780

12 Apr€2,780

19 Apr€2,780

26 Apr€2,780

3 May€2,780

10 May€2,780

17 May€3,150

24 May€3,350

31 May€3,750

7 Jun€4,070

14 Jun€4,400

21 Jun€5,170

28 Jun€6,270

5 Jul€6,710

12 Jul€6,820

19 Jul€6,900

26 Jul€7,200

2 Aug€7,500

9 Aug€8,100

16 Aug€7,500

23 Aug€6,500

30 Aug€5,200

6 Sep€4,800

13 Sep€4,500

20 Sep€4,200

27 Sep€3,500

4 Oct€3,000

11 Oct€2,780

18 Oct€2,780

25 Oct€2,780

1 Nov€2,780

8 Nov€2,780

15 Nov€2,780

22 Nov€2,780

29 Nov€2,780

6 Dec€2,780

13 Dec€2,780

20 Dec€2,780

27 Dec€3,180

3 Jan€3,180

10 Jan€3,180

17 Jan€3,180

24 Jan€3,180

31 Jan€3,180

7 Feb€3,180

14 Feb€3,180

21 Feb€3,180

28 Feb€3,180

7 Mar€3,180

14 Mar€3,180

21 Mar€3,180

28 Mar€3,180

4 Apr€3,180

11 Apr€3,180

18 Apr€3,180

25 Apr€3,180

2 May€3,180

9 May€3,300

16 May€3,450

23 May€3,650

30 May€3,950

6 Jun€4,200

13 Jun€4,800

20 Jun€5,300

27 Jun€6,400

4 Jul€6,800

11 Jul€6,950

18 Jul€7,000

25 Jul€7,200

1 Aug€7,500

8 Aug€8,100

15 Aug€7,500

22 Aug€6,500

29 Aug€5,500

5 Sep€5,300

12 Sep€5,100

19 Sep€4,800

26 Sep€4,400

3 Oct€3,900

10 Oct€3,500

17 Oct€3,200

24 Oct€3,200

31 Oct€3,200

7 Nov€3,200

14 Nov€3,200

21 Nov€3,200

28 Nov€3,200

2 Jan€3,250

9 Jan€3,250

16 Jan€3,250

23 Jan€3,250

30 Jan€3,250

6 Feb€3,250

13 Feb€3,250

20 Feb€3,250

27 Feb€3,250

6 Mar€3,250

13 Mar€3,250

20 Mar€3,250

27 Mar€3,250

3 Apr€3,250

10 Apr€3,250

17 Apr€3,250

24 Apr€3,250

1 May€3,250

8 May€3,250

15 May€3,400

22 May€3,650

29 May€3,950

5 Jun€4,200

12 Jun€4,500

19 Jun€4,800

26 Jun€5,100

3 Jul€5,700

10 Jul€6,000

17 Jul€6,400

24 Jul€6,700

31 Jul€7,100

7 Aug€7,500

14 Aug€7,900

21 Aug€6,900

28 Aug€6,100

4 Sep€5,700

11 Sep€5,300

18 Sep€4,900

25 Sep€4,500

2 Oct€3,700

9 Oct€3,250

16 Oct€3,250

23 Oct€3,250

30 Oct€3,250

6 Nov€3,250

13 Nov€3,250

20 Nov€3,250

27 Nov€3,250

4 Dec€3,250

11 Dec€3,250

18 Dec€3,250

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Length13.6m

Beam7.7m

Cabins4

Berths10

WC4

Year2008

TypeCatamaran

Deposit€4,000

SailChecker note

18 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.

Perfect for groups This 2008 Lagoon 440 catamaran sleeps up to 10 across four cabins, making it ideal for families or friend groups wanting to share costs on a Sardinia charter. The beam and shallow draft typical of this model mean plenty of living space and easy beach access, genuine advantages for longer voyages around the islands.

Well-equipped vessel She's got the essentials covered: water maker (crucial in the Mediterranean), generator, autopilot, and chart plotter all ease the sailing experience. The bimini and lazy bag suggest previous owners cared about comfort and convenience on passage, which is always a good sign.

Honest value note At 16 years old, the Lagoon 440 is a proven workhorse, but you're factoring maintenance into the equation, older catamarans can surprise you with haul-out costs. The €4,000 deposit is reasonable, though confirm what's actually covered (damage waiver, fuel, crew options) before committing, as charter terms vary widely.

One small caveat The operator shows only one review, excellent rating, but limited feedback to assess consistency. For a long-haul flight to Sardinia, I'd reach out directly and ask for references or photos of the boat's current condition; don't rely solely on that single five-star review.

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.

Based at Marina Golfo Cugnana, Italy . Hot Wind is operated by Sardinia Week.

Continue browsingYacht Charter Italy Marina Golfo Cugnana

Location: Marina Golfo Cugnana · 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: €4,000 · held at base by card swipe or cash. Refunded after handover provided the boat and inventory are returned undamaged.
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 via a UK broker (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).

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

NaplesNAP~60 km · 1.5 h

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

OlbiaOLB~10 km · 20 min

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

PalermoPMO~30 km · 40 min

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.

Amalfi Coast7 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 Maddalena7 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.

Can Hot Wind be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Hot Wind 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 Hot Wind?

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.

Bareboat or skippered, which suits our crew?

Bareboat is for crews with at least one experienced skipper (RYA Day Skipper / ICC level) plus a co-skipper, and a track record of similar passages. Skippered charters add a professional skipper for typically £150-£250 per day, recommended if anyone in your group is light on Mediterranean experience, if you want a relaxed week without responsibility, or if the area is new to you. You can also hire a hostess (cook + cabin help) on top.

Can we sail to a neighbouring country during the charter?

Sometimes, with the operator's written consent and the right paperwork. Common cross-borders: Croatia → Montenegro, Greece → Turkey, BVI → USVI. Most operators charge a one-off cruising-permit fee (typically €100–€300) and need 4–8 weeks' notice. Tell us at quote time and we'll arrange it: spontaneous border-crossing during the trip usually isn't allowed.

Do I need travel insurance on top of the charter insurance?

Yes. The yacht is insured by the operator for damage and third-party liability, but that doesn't cover you. Charter cancellation insurance (typically 4–5% of the charter fee) covers you if you have to cancel last-minute; standard travel insurance covers medical, flight, and personal-effects loss. We can recommend a UK broker that bundles both.

What happens if there's bad weather on the day?

For day-to-day weather you'll plan the week to avoid the worst: the Adriatic and Aegean have very predictable wind patterns. If a serious storm makes the start-day handover impossible, the operator delays check-in until conditions improve and refunds any lost days. The yacht itself is insured against weather damage, so you're not exposed.

Can I hold this yacht while I decide?

Yes: an option holds the yacht in your name for typically 48–72 hours at no cost. Useful if you're waiting on the rest of the crew to confirm, comparing it against another yacht, or sorting flights. Ask us when you enquire and we'll arrange the option with the operator.

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