Oceanis 40.1 | Karma

Sail boat · Cala dei Sardi · NSS Charter

3 cab 8 berths 12.43m 2023

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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

Dinghy

Included mandatory

Charter Pack 3cab (Cleaning + Sanification + Bed Linen + First Gas Bottle)

€300 per rental mandatory

Maddalena Park Ticket 39-44 ft.

€80 per week mandatory

Refundable security deposit

Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

€2,800 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Outboard engine mono

€130 per week optional

Sanification with Ozone

€80 per rental optional

Early Check-in (14:00pm - to be reconfirmed by NSS office)

€300 per rental optional

Navbow Seascooter (+ deposit 600€ - to be confirmed by NSS)

€390 per week optional

Beach Towels

€10 per rental optional

Inflatable Kayak (to be reconfirmed)

€110 per week optional

Damage Waiver(800 EUR deposit - refundable) - not possible for flotillas or charters longer than 2 weeks

€220 per rental optional

Towels Set (small, medium, big)

€18 per rental optional

SUP (to be reconfirmed)

€110 per week optional

Safety Net Mono (to be reconfirmed)

€160 per rental optional

Small pet on board 30-42

€150 per rental optional

Parking Place(for additional cars the cost is 110€ per week)

€90 per week optional

Snorkeling Equipment Set (mask + flippers)

€15 per rental optional

Second gas bottle

€30 per rental optional

BBQ

€110 per week optional

3 Cabins

8 Berths (6+2)

2 Toilets

12m Length

Length12.43m

Beam4.2m

Cabins3

Berths8

WC2

Year2023

TypeSail boat

Deposit€2,800

Equipment (10 aboard · 42 not)

Cockpit speakers
Cockpit cushions
Electric toilet
Autopilot
Chart plotter
Bimini
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Dinghy
Air condition
Heating
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Radio-CD player
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Generator
Solar Panels
Inverter
Water maker
Holding tank
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter in cockpit
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Outboard engine
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Hydraulic gangway
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Teak Cockpit
Teak deck
Railing net
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle

Perfect entry point The 2023 Oceanis 40.1 "Karma" is an excellent choice if you're new to sailing or chartering with a group wanting comfort without complexity. This Beneteau is known for being forgiving and spacious—you'll find the three-cabin layout genuinely livable for a week, even with eight aboard.

Well-equipped modern boat You're getting genuinely useful kit here: bow thruster and autopilot take the stress out of tight anchorages and long passages, while the sprayhood and bimini keep you shaded and dry. The electric toilet and chart plotter are standard comfort features that make the experience less about roughing it and more about actually enjoying yourselves.

Solid value proposition At €2,800 deposit with a 4.3-star operator rating (10 reviews), NSS Charter appears reliable and the boat itself is nearly brand new. For a modern, well-maintained 40-footer in a reasonable condition, this sits in the honest middle ground—not a bargain, but fair pricing for what you're getting.

One practical note The charter base location isn't listed in your data, which matters hugely when you're flying internationally to pick up. Before booking, confirm the airport transfer time and whether NSS arranges it—some bases are 90 minutes from the nearest hub, which adds real friction to long-haul logistics.

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The marina & destination

Based at Cala dei Sardi, in Portisco, Italy. Karma is operated by NSS Charter.

Strada Provinciale per Porto Cervo

Can Karma be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Karma bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.

What sailing licence do I need to charter Karma?

Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.

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, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.

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.

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