Summer Sun (Lucia 40)

Marina de Portimao

Summer Sun
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Weekly prices€6,000 · 12 Sep – 10 OctAvailability on application · €4,000 – €6,000 range
Price across the season€4,000 — €6,000
SEP 26OCT 26SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER12 Sep – 10 Oct 2026 · €6,000 / week10 Oct – 26 Dec 2026 · €4,000 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
12 Sep€6,000
10 Oct€4,000
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc11.7m · 2018 · Catamaran
Length11.7m
Beam6.6m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC4
Year2018
TypeCatamaran
Deposit€3,000
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for families This 2018 Lucia 40 catamaran suits groups of up to 10 people looking for comfortable, stable cruising without the learning curve of a monohull. The four cabins spread the crew nicely, and the wide beam typical of catamarans means excellent deck space and a forgiving motion, ideal if anyone gets seasick.

Well-equipped modern cat Electric winches, chart plotter, and cockpit speakers suggest the owners have invested in making life aboard easier and more enjoyable. The cockpit cushions are a nice touch for those long Mediterranean lunches between anchorages.

Reasonable value proposition At 11.7 metres with four cabins and modern conveniences, the €3,000 deposit signals competitive pricing for a catamaran in this size range. You're getting decent gear and a newer build, which typically means lower maintenance hassles during a week's charter.

One practical note The charter operator information appears incomplete in your details, so do confirm directly with Portiate about their base location, crew qualifications they require, and whether skipper services are available, especially important if you're flying long-haul and want peace of mind about handover logistics.

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 Marina de Portimao · PortugalMarina de Portimao

Based at Marina de Portimao, Portugal . Summer Sun is operated by Portiate.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Marina de Portimao · Portugal
Licences
A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus VHF licence is typical for bareboat charter. We confirm the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
Security deposit
€3,000
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).

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