Calipso (Lagoon 46)

Porto di Porto Pollo

Calipso
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Weekly prices€4,000 · 26 Sep – 10 OctAvailability on application
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
26 Sep€4,000
10 Oct€4,000
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 12 berths (8+4) · 4 wc14m · 2023 · Catamaran
Length14m
Beam8m
Cabins4
Berths12
WC4
Year2023
TypeCatamaran
Deposit€2,000
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Spacious family choice This 2023 Lagoon 46 is ideal for groups or families wanting plenty of room without feeling cramped, four cabins sleep up to 12, and catamarans offer the stability and space that monohulls simply can't match. The recent build year means systems and rigging should be in top condition.

Smart comfort features Water maker and air conditioning are genuine conveniences on longer charters, cutting reliance on shore facilities and keeping everyone comfortable in warm climates. The dinghy opens up exploring smaller anchorages beyond the main bases.

Value question mark With only one five-star review on file, the operator lacks the track record we'd typically want to see for confidence in pricing and service reliability. A modest €2,000 deposit is reasonable, but I'd want to dig deeper into what previous charterers actually experienced before committing.

One practical note You'll need to know where Porto Pollo Charter operates, the base location isn't listed here, so check flight connections and transfer times carefully before booking, especially if you're flying intercontinental.

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.

The marina & destination Porto di Porto Pollo · ItalyPorto di Porto Pollo

Based at Porto di Porto Pollo, Italy . Calipso is operated by Porto Pollo Charter.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Porto di Porto Pollo · 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
€2,000
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 there3 airports nearbyFlights 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.

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.

Possible routes2 hand-picked itinerariesItaly · 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 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.

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