CARA (Lagoon 55)
2023 · 16.8 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€17,790 · 7 May – 15 May
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for families The Lagoon 55 suits groups or families wanting comfortable catamaran cruising with modern tech and real sleeping space, four proper cabins sleep eight easily without anyone bunking down. The 2023 build year means everything from air-con to the water maker should run reliably.
Smart setup onboard Solar panels paired with a water maker and generator give you genuine independence for extended cruising, while the flybridge and swimming platform make this catamaran genuinely liveable. Radar, autopilot, and a chart plotter keep navigation straightforward, and touchpoints like the teak deck and cockpit speakers suggest thoughtful finishing.
Fair value proposition A nearly-new 16.8m catamaran with four cabins and this spec level sits in a realistic sweet spot for groups, you're not overpaying for novelty, but you're getting a solidly equipped, recent-build boat. The €2000 deposit is reasonable.
One practical note I'd confirm the charter base location before booking, as it wasn't listed in the specs, that'll determine your airport transfer time and whether seasonal availability aligns with your travel plans. Arca Sailing's base location matters for international clients flying in.
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 WentTop Stop: Cala Junco, 62% of trips
If you're planning a yacht charter from Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
Cala Junco appeared on 62% of trips, Porto di Levante on 57%, Santa Marina Salina on 51% and Stromboli Porto on 50%. Porto di Levante was the most common first night at 34% and last night at 16%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 40 to 60 nm on 53% of trips, and 92% fell in the Aeolian islands destination group.
We can help you work through a charter route from Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
- Cala Junco62%
- Porto di Levante57%
- Santa Marina Salina51%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination Capo d'Orlando Marina · Italy
Based at Capo d'Orlando Marina, Italy . CARA is operated by Arca Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Capo d'Orlando Marina · Italy
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- 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 nearby
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 routes2 hand-picked itineraries
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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