Frivola

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 operator insures the yacht at its own cost for the whole charter period (navigation risks, civil liability, passengers, full-comprehensive cover). It also takes out a separate civil liability policy covering all persons on board.

Fuel isn't included — you return the tank full. Estimated from engine power: this boat's ~30 HP engine burns roughly 2.4 L/h while motoring, so a typical week (about 3 h a day, ~21 h) works out to roughly 50 L ≈ €98 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).

Not without our approval. No animals may be brought or kept on board unless we expressly consent beforehand, so please ask us before you book.

Yes. The yacht is for recreational use only, within the navigation area in your contract. Commercial carrying of passengers or goods, regattas, hazardous water sports and sub-chartering are not allowed without our written permission, and illegal drugs and weapons are strictly forbidden.

The charter still counts even if weather or port authority orders keep the yacht in port for days, and we can't offer compensation for that. For your safety, you must not leave the mooring when sailing is prohibited or conditions are unsafe.

Yes, but we need to approve them. We may ask the skipper to show their qualifications, and if their knowledge and licence aren't sufficient for this yacht, we may ask you to replace them.

Your charter cost goes up by 10% for each day of delay, counting any fraction over four hours as a day, unless the delay is caused by force majeure. If you're more than 24 hours late, you may also be liable for our losses, such as a disrupted next charter.

Punta Ala is a quietly upscale sailing destination on the Tuscan coast, tucked inside a natural promontory in the Gulf of Follonica. The marina is well-equipped with a full-service facility including a diving center, fuel dock, car rental, and ATM — so you're not scrambling for… Read more →