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Sailing Yacht · Marina d'Arechi · Italy

Oceanis 38 : Amaral


Length
11.5 m
Toilets
1
Price & Extras

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Weekly prices€1,500 · 10 Oct – 31 Dec
Availability on application
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10 Oct€1,500
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Specifications 3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 1 wc

11.5m · 2016 · Sail boat

Length 11.5m
Beam 4m
Cabins 3
Berths 8
WC 1
Year 2016
Type Sail boat
Security Deposit €3,000
Equipment 14 aboard

Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.

  • Autopilot
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Dinghy
  • Chart plotter
  • Refrigerator
  • Bimini top
  • Bow thruster
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Radio-CD player
  • Teak Cockpit
  • Sprayhood
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Swimming platform
  • Electric toilet
  • Air condition: Not listed by operator
  • Heating: Not listed by operator
  • Coffee maker: Not listed by operator
  • Ice maker: Not listed by operator
  • Dishwasher: Not listed by operator
  • Washer/Dryer: Not listed by operator
  • TV: Not listed by operator
  • DVD player: Not listed by operator
  • Game console: Not listed by operator
  • Wi-Fi & Internet: Not listed by operator
  • Convertible table: Not listed by operator
  • Generator: Not listed by operator
  • Solar Panels: Not listed by operator
  • Inverter: Not listed by operator
  • Water maker: Not listed by operator
  • Holding tank: Not listed by operator
  • Outside Steering Position: Not listed by operator
  • Radar: Not listed by operator
  • Spinnaker: Not listed by operator
  • Gennaker: Not listed by operator
  • Racing sails: Not listed by operator
  • Lazy jack: Not listed by operator
  • Lazy bag: Not listed by operator
  • Electric winches: Not listed by operator
  • Outboard engine: Not listed by operator
  • Rudder blades: Not listed by operator
  • Flybridge: Not listed by operator
  • Hydraulic gangway: Not listed by operator
  • Tender garage: Not listed by operator
  • Tenderlift platform: Not listed by operator
  • Swimming pool: Not listed by operator
  • Underwater lights: Not listed by operator
  • Teak deck: Not listed by operator
  • Railing net: Not listed by operator
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit: Not listed by operator
  • Diving equipment: Not listed by operator
  • Snorkeling equipment: Not listed by operator
  • Stand up paddle: Not listed by operator
About the Oceanis 38 Builder's video · 5 min
Builder
Beneteau (Groupe Beneteau)
Naval architect
Finot-Conq
Interior designer
Nauta Design
Launched
2013
Hull type
Monohull

Video: Beneteau Yacht Channel on YouTube Oceanis 38 at beneteau.com

What KateBot thinks Strengths and trade-offs

KateBot generated · ~200 words

SailChecker note

10 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.

Solid mid-range cruiser The Oceanis 38 is a proven, comfortable design that suits couples and small families wanting accessible sailing without excessive complexity. At 11.5 metres with three cabins and eight berths, you get decent space for mixed-ability groups, though eight would be genuinely snug for a week-long cruise.

Well-equipped for comfort Blue Trend has kitted this 2016 boat sensibly: autopilot and cockpit chart plotter mean less physical strain, the bow thruster helps single-handed manoeuvres, and creature comforts like refrigeration, electric toilet, and a proper teak cockpit are real-world nice-to-haves. The swimming platform and sprayhood justify the asking price.

Decent value proposition At a €3,000 deposit, this feels fairly priced for a well-maintained boat in that age bracket with practical systems already onboard. You're not paying premium rates for a flashy newer yacht, but you're getting a genuinely capable vessel.

One honest note You'll want to confirm the exact charter base location before booking, the operator information is there but the base details aren't shown in what I can see. That matters for your long-haul flight logistics and whether ground transfers work smoothly.

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 Went Top Stop: Amalfi, 48% of trips
Heat map showing recorded overnight stops by charter yachts on round trips from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno during the 2026 season so far
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Yacht charter overnight stops in Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno

If you're planning a yacht charter from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno, 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.

Where charter yachts spent their nights

Amalfi appeared on 48% of trips, Fornillo free on 45% and Sant Angelo d'Ischia on 30%. Procida was the most common first night, while Amalfi led last nights at 15%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 43% of trips and 40 to 60 nm on 32%.

Planning your charter route

We can help you work through a charter route from Bay of Naples and Amalfi coast: Procida, Stabia and Salerno 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.

  1. Amalfi48%
  2. Fornillo free45%
  3. Procida38%

These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.

The marina & destination Marina d'Arechi · Italy

Marina d'Arechi

Based at Marina d'Arechi , Italy . Amaral is operated by Blue Trend.

Coordinates 40.6419° N, 14.8185° E View marina on Google Maps Map data: Natural Earth
Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Marina d'Arechi · 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
€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).
Getting there 3 airports nearby

Flights 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.

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.

Possible routes 2 hand-picked itineraries

Italy · 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 Coast 7 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 Maddalena 7 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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