Thunderball (A/C inc.)

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. You're only responsible for damage it doesn't cover, and that's capped at the security deposit. Operator terms: Lessor provides insurance for vessel. However, insurance does not cover loss or damage of items belonging to Charterer and guests, tort liability towards third party property, or towards Charterer's relatives on board.

Fuel isn't included — you return the tank full. This boat's ~80 HP engine burn roughly 6.4 L/h while motoring, so a typical week (about 3 h a day, ~21 h) works out to roughly 134 L ≈ €261 at €1.95/L — scale it to your own plans.

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

No, animals of any kind are not allowed on board.

The yacht is strictly for pleasure cruising between safe ports and anchorages. You may not transport goods or passengers commercially, give sailing lessons, or keep firearms or drugs on board, even for personal use.

Yes. You must stay within the agreed cruising area and may not leave Italian territorial waters without our written consent. Taking part in races or regattas also needs our written authorisation.

Please follow the authorities' instructions and don't leave port, or head for the nearest safe harbour if already sailing, whenever wind or sea are at or above Force 5 Beaufort or conditions threaten the safety of the boat and those aboard.

Yes. You're asked to treat the yacht and its equipment with care, keep it clean, and handle normal upkeep such as checking the engine oil, batteries and winches during your time aboard.

Carved out of the Sicilian coastline near Messina in the 1980s through ambitious private investment and literal dredging of the land, Marina di Portorosa is a 650-berth facility that can handle vessels from 6 to 35 meters across 4 kilometers of moorings. Read more →