Oceanco 44m Charter from Genoa, Italy — DEEP BLUE II (1996)

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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Crewed charter: live availability and weekly pricing are confirmed with the operator when you enquire.

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Length43.9m

Beam8.5m

Cabins5

Berths10

WC5

Year1996

TypeSailing yacht

Charter yacht DEEP BLUE II is a 43.78m all-aluminium tri-deck motor yacht designed by the A Group and built by Oceanco in 1996.

This superb yacht combines quality construction with a detailed and thoughtful design, considering every aspect of life on board, from the owner and guest areas to the crew and their working areas. She was internationally recognised at the ShowBoats Awards a few years ago when she was judged best semi-displacement yacht over 40m.

DEEP BLUE II’s intelligent interior design sleeps up to 10 guests in a flexible four or five cabin layout. The master suite can be found forward on the main deck while the remaining three guest cabins are situated on the lower deck, including a VIP suite, a double cabin and a twin cabin. The flexibility lies in the fact that the VIP suite can either be full beam, with a an adjoining lounge area, or easily converted into two private cabins. The additional cabin can either be a double cabin or a twin cabin depending on guest preference.

She also features zero speed stabilisers, increasing on-board comfort whether cruising or at anchor. With a cruising speed of 13 knots, DEEP BLUE II has a maximum speed of 19 knots, delivering excellent charter destination options.

Not a crewed yacht: this boat charters without a professional crew.

Period	Guests	Per week	Not included
West Mediterranean (1 May 2026 to 31 Oct 2026)	10	€155,000	+ all expenses
West Mediterranean (1 May 2026 to 31 Oct 2026)	10	€140,000	+ all expenses
East Mediterranean (1 May 2026 to 31 Oct 2026)	10	€155,000	+ all expenses
East Mediterranean (1 May 2026 to 31 Oct 2026)	10	€140,000	+ all expenses

Weekly crewed rates by season. Fuel, food, drinks, and port fees are typically settled via an Advance Provisioning Allowance and confirmed on your quote.

Water toys

Inflatable Watertoys
Donut
Inflatable floating island
Inflatable Trampoline
Jet Ski (standup)
Kayak
Kneeboard
Mono ski
Paddleboards
Seabobs
Wakeboard
Water skis - adult
Water skis - child
Waverunner (Sit Down)

Tenders

1x Axopar 37ft Tender

Cabin charter (book a single cabin) is not offered for this yacht.

SailChecker note

30 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.

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Location: Genoa, Italy · Italy
Check-in: Flexible from 17:00. Alternative times can usually be agreed with the operator at booking.
Check-out: By 09:00 on the return day. Empty the boat, refuel if required, then a 30-minute handover with the base manager.
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: A refundable security deposit is taken at the base by card swipe or cash. The exact amount is confirmed at quote time; 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.

Naples NAP ~60 km · 1.5 h

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

Olbia OLB ~10 km · 20 min

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

Palermo PMO ~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 Coast 7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.

1 Salerno

Charter base. Spend the first night here before the coast.

2 Amalfi

Tie alongside or pick up a mooring outside the breakwater.

3 Positano

No marina — moor offshore and tender in. The dramatic photo stop.

4 Capri

Marina Grande books months ahead; many boats anchor in Marina Piccola instead.

5 Procida

Quieter than Capri, equally pretty. Marina di Corricella has the colourful houses.

Sardinia & La Maddalena 7 days · ~140 nm · 4 stops

Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.

1 Olbia

Charter base.

2 Maddalena

Permits required — the park office handles them; budget €20-30 per night.

3 Caprera

Garibaldi's island; clear anchorages on the east side.

4 Bonifacio

French Corsica — cliff-faced fjord harbour. Stamp the passport. Worth the day.

Does DEEP BLUE II come with a crew?

DEEP BLUE II is chartered fully crewed. Your captain and crew handle the sailing, provisioning, and itinerary, so no sailing licence or experience is required from you or your guests.

What experience do we need to charter DEEP BLUE II?

None. This is a fully crewed charter: the professional crew run the yacht, so no licence, certificate, or prior sailing experience is needed. Tell us what you want from the week and the crew plan around it.

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 and proof of payment. The captain sends a preference sheet ahead of time covering dietary requirements, preferences, and any special requests, so the crew can plan the week around you.

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.

What is included on a fully crewed charter?

A crewed charter includes the yacht and its professional crew (typically a captain plus chef and/or hostess on larger yachts). The crew handle navigation, cooking, and the daily running of the boat; you agree the itinerary together. Fuel, food, drinks, and port fees are usually settled via an Advance Provisioning Allowance (commonly around 30 percent of the charter fee), confirmed on your quote.

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.

We'll check live availability, apply any discounts, and come back within hours.