Merak

Yes — every boat on charter.boats is insured by its operator; we require it. The policy covers the vessel for fire, collision and third-party liability. For damage it doesn't cover, your liability is usually limited to the security deposit, except where the operator's terms say otherwise. Operator terms: The boat is delivered with kasko (fully comprehensive, Mediterranean, up to total loss) insurance, whose deductible is covered by the charterer's security deposit, and with compulsory third-party liability insurance.

The skipper needs a valid sailing licence and VHF certificate, ideally issued by their country of residence (an ICC is widely accepted).

Unfortunately not. We don't allow any animals on board during the charter.

The boat is for pleasure cruising by you and your crew only. Chartering it out, carrying passengers or goods, racing in regattas, and towing or being towed (except in a real emergency) are not allowed.

For safety you shouldn't sail in seas above force 6 or when forecasts warn of dangerous conditions, and you must follow port authority bans. Plan your route so you can return on time, even by heading back early if bad weather is forecast.

Our recommended sailing area runs from North East Sardinia to South Corsica. If you want to go beyond it or sail 12 to 50 nautical miles offshore, tell us when you book so we can fit extra safety equipment, which is charged to you.

The boat is for you and your crew only, within the stated maximum number of people and the minimum crew requirement. We may also ask to see the skipper's licence and can refuse the handover if we find the skipper's skills insufficient for the boat.

Sitting right at the gateway to the Costa Smeralda, Marina di Portisco is built entirely from local Sardinian granite and cuts a striking figure in the Gulf of Cugnana. Read more →

May–October, warm and settled in summer; July–August are hottest and busiest, with afternoon thermal breezes common.