The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.
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Who It Suits. This 2024 Lagoon 46 works well for families or small groups after comfort and stability without breaking the bank; the 10-berth layout means you can split costs across a larger party, which brings the per-person weekly rate down considerably.
Space And Layout. Four cabins on a 14-metre catamaran gives you decent separation, and the wide hull design of a cat means more usable living space than a comparable monohull. The shallow draft is a real practical advantage if you want to explore shallower anchorages around Sicily and southern Italy.
Value For Money. At €5,515 per week from Marina Portorosa, this is competitive pricing for a brand-new cat with reasonable capacity; the €4,000 deposit is standard and not excessive. You're chartering a recent build with modern systems, which typically means fewer unexpected maintenance issues mid-charter.
One Reality Check. Marina Portorosa in Sicily is roughly three to four hours from Palermo airport or five-plus from Catania; if your crew is flying in from Europe or North America, factor in a rental car or private transfer to reach the boat, which adds cost and travel time to your arrival day.
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Based at Marina Portorosa, Italy. Sestante is operated by NSS Charter.
Marina Portorosa sits on Sicily's north coast and offers immediate access to the Aeolian Islands, all reachable within a day's sail. Week 1 typically takes you through Lipari, Vulcano, and Salina, with consistent northwesterly winds making the return journey straightforward. The shallow, protected waters around the archipelago suit various boat sizes, and you can easily explore volcanic anchorages and small harbours before heading further east towards Messina Strait or west to Cefalù.
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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