Vela (Oceanis 40.1 (4cab))
2021 · 12.4 m · 4 cabins · 10 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
12.4m · 2021 · Sail boat
About the Oceanis 40.1
- Builder
- Beneteau (Groupe Beneteau)
- Naval architect
- Marc Lombard
- Interior designer
- Nauta Design (interior and deck)
- Launched
- 2020
- Hull type
- Monohull
Video: BENETEAU America on YouTubeOceanis 40.1 at beneteau.com
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Solid Family Cruiser The Oceanis 40.1 is a well-established cruising design that suits families and groups of up to 10 looking for comfortable, easy sailing without fuss. At 12.4 metres, it's spacious enough for four cabins without feeling cramped, and the 2021 build year means you're getting modern systems in a proven hull.
Smart Practical Kit You've got the essentials covered here: autopilot (saves energy on longer passages), bow thruster (handy in tight anchorages), and a sprayhood for protection in choppy conditions. The dinghy and chart plotter round out a no-nonsense equipment list that prioritises functionality over flashy extras.
Reasonable Deposit Threshold At €2,800, the security deposit sits in the mid-range for a 40-footer, suggesting NSS Charter runs a well-maintained fleet without excessive damage concerns. The 4.3/5 operator rating across 10 reviews is honest feedback, good, not spectacular, which typically means reliable service and fair dealing.
One Practical Note The listing doesn't specify a charter base location, which matters for flight connections and logistics; I'd confirm with NSS where "Vela" sits before booking so you can factor in airport transfers and any potential layovers. That said, Beneteau builds are easy to learn, so even if your base isn't perfectly convenient, the boat itself shouldn't add stress.
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
Yacht charter overnight stops in Tuscany and Elba: Livorno coast, Piombino, Scarlino and Punta Ala
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Tuscany and Elba: Livorno coast, Piombino, Scarlino and Punta Ala during the 2026 season so far. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Planning your charter route
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Tuscany and Elba: Livorno coast, Piombino, Scarlino and Punta Ala, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Porto Azzurro43%
- Darsena Medicea36%
- Marina di Campo25%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Marina Cala de' Medici
Based at Marina Cala de' Medici, Italy . Vela is operated by NSS Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Cala de' Medici · 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
- €2,800
- 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
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.
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 routes
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
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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