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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 comprehensive (kasko) insurance valid in the Mediterranean, up to total loss. Its deductible is covered by the security deposit or by the non-refundable deposit option taken by the charterer.

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

No, we don't allow any animals on board.

The boat is for you and the crew on your crew list only. You can't sub-charter it, carry paying passengers or cargo, enter regattas, or tow other boats except in a real emergency.

You must follow port authority bans and must not sail in seas above force six or when forecasts predict dangerous conditions. If you sail anyway, you take on responsibility for any damage to the boat, so plan your route to get back on time and head in early if the forecast is poor.

Our recommended sailing area is Sicily and the South Tyrrhenian Sea, and our charts cover only this area. You can sail elsewhere within your licence, but you need to get your own charts, and our breakdown guarantee doesn't apply outside the recommended area.

Tell us immediately and don't carry out any repairs without our authorisation. If a major system such as the engine, rigging or sails fails through no fault of yours and the boat is unusable for over 12 hours (not counting the first night), we let you make up the lost time or give you a credit note, but there are no cash refunds.

Tucked beneath the dramatic cliffs of Tropea, this marina puts you right at the base of one of Calabria's most iconic coastal towns, with its clifftop cathedral and gorgeous beaches just a short walk away. Read more →

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