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Porto di Tropea · Italy

Sun Odyssey 519 "Kalos : Kalos


Price & Extras

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Specifications 5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc

15.8m · 2017 · Sail boat

Deck plan
Length 15.8m
Beam 4.7m
Cabins 5
Berths 12
WC 3
Year 2017
Type Sail boat
Security Deposit €3,500
Equipment 9 aboard

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

  • Sprayhood
  • Inverter
  • Refrigerator
  • Chart plotter
  • Bimini top
  • Coffee maker
  • Bow thruster
  • Electric toilet
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Air condition: Not listed by operator
  • Heating: 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
  • Radio-CD player: Not listed by operator
  • Cockpit speakers: 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
  • Water maker: Not listed by operator
  • Holding tank: Not listed by operator
  • Autopilot: Not listed by operator
  • Outside Steering Position: Not listed by operator
  • Chart plotter in cockpit: 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 platform: Not listed by operator
  • Swimming pool: Not listed by operator
  • Underwater lights: Not listed by operator
  • Teak Cockpit: Not listed by operator
  • Teak deck: Not listed by operator
  • Railing net: Not listed by operator
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit: Not listed by operator
  • Dinghy: Not listed by operator
  • Diving equipment: Not listed by operator
  • Snorkeling equipment: Not listed by operator
  • Stand up paddle: Not listed by operator
What KateBot thinks Strengths and trade-offs

KateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for larger groups. The Sun Odyssey 519 sleeps up to 12 across five cabins, making it ideal for families or friends wanting to charter together without splitting boats. That capacity is genuinely hard to find at this size, so if you've got a decent-sized crew, this ticks a real box.

Well-equipped cruiser. The 2017 build includes a bow thruster and chart plotter as standard, plus creature comforts like an electric toilet, inverter, and bimini, all the bits that make longer passages and hot-weather sailing more comfortable. The sprayhood is a nice touch too for keeping dry in changeable conditions.

Solid value proposition. At this age and spec, the €3,500 deposit suggests fair daily rates for a five-cabin yacht; you're spreading costs across a large group, which works out well per person. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 519 is a proven, reliable platform with good resale appeal, so operators maintain them well.

One practical note. You'll need a confident skipper or be prepared to hire one, a 15.8m yacht with 12 berths demands solid seamanship, especially if your crew is mixed ability. Also confirm exactly which charter base this operates from, as that affects flight connections from the US or Europe significantly.

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: Cala Junco, 62% of trips
Heat map showing recorded overnight stops by charter yachts on round trips from Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria during the 2026 season so far
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Yacht charter overnight stops in Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria

If you're planning a yacht charter from Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria, 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

Cala Junco appeared on 62% of trips, Porto di Levante on 57%, Santa Marina Salina on 51% and Stromboli Porto on 50%. Porto di Levante was the most common first night at 34% and last night at 16%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 40 to 60 nm on 53% of trips, and 92% fell in the Aeolian islands destination group.

Planning your charter route

We can help you work through a charter route from Aeolian islands: Portorosa, Capo d'Orlando, Milazzo, Tropea and Reggio Calabria 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. Cala Junco62%
  2. Porto di Levante57%
  3. Santa Marina Salina51%

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

The marina & destination Porto di Tropea · Italy

Porto di Tropea

Based at Porto di Tropea , Italy . Kalos is operated by Marimari.

Coordinates 38.6807° N, 15.9042° E View marina on Google Maps Map data: Natural Earth
Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Porto di Tropea · 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
€3,500
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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