Malandrina (Sun Odyssey 42DS)

Punta Ala

Malandrina
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Weekly prices€2,800 · 19 Sep – 3 OctAvailability on application · €2,100 – €2,800 range
Price across the season€2,100 — €2,800
SEP 26OCT 26NOV 26SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER19 Sep – 3 Oct 2026 · €2,800 / week3 Oct – 7 Nov 2026 · €2,400 / week7 Nov – 31 Dec 2026 · €2,100 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
19 Sep€2,800
3 Oct€2,400
7 Nov€2,100
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc12.9m · 2010 · Sail boat
Length12.9m
Beam4.1m
Cabins3
Berths8
WC2
Year2010
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,000
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words
SailChecker note

16 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-size cruiser The Sun Odyssey 42DS is a proven, comfortable platform that suits couples or small families wanting a bareboat or skippered week without breaking the bank. At 12.9m with three cabins and eight berths, there's decent space for groups of four to six without feeling cramped.

Well-equipped for sailing You're getting the essentials here: bow thruster (brilliant for tight anchorages), heating for shoulder-season cruising, autopilot, and a proper galley fridge. The bimini provides shade on long sailing days, which matters when you're on the water for a full week.

Keen pricing, low commitment A €2,000 deposit is refreshingly modest, and this 2010 model suggests realistic day rates compared to newer flashy boats. Magia Charter's perfect 5-star rating is encouraging, though it's worth noting that's based on just one review, not a huge data sample yet.

One honest note The charter base location isn't listed in your specs, which is crucial information for anyone flying in internationally, you'll want to confirm airport proximity and transfer logistics before booking. I'd definitely ask Magia directly about their home port and ground support.

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 Punta Ala · ItalyPunta Ala

Based at Punta Ala, Italy . Malandrina is operated by Magia Charter SRL.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Punta Ala · 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
€2,000
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 there3 airports nearbyFlights 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.

NaplesNAP~60 km · 1.5 h

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

OlbiaOLB~10 km · 20 min

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

PalermoPMO~30 km · 40 min

Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.

Possible routes2 hand-picked itinerariesItaly · 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 Coast7 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 Maddalena7 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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