Yacht charter in Sardinia with or without a skipper
Last updated on 8 April 2025
What type of boat should you choose for your charter in Sardinia?
- Monohull sailboat charter: a monohull sailboat will give you a more sporty experience and allow you to reach secret coves only accessible by sea. For adventure and thrill seekers, a monohull sailboat is for you.
- Catamaran charter: if you are looking for a relaxing cruise and want to prioritize space and comfort for your trip, we highly recommend a catamaran charter, which will offer you more stability.
- Motor yacht charter: more accessible and cheaper, this option is ideal for a day charter.
Services offered for your yacht charter in Sardinia:
- Bareboat yacht charter: this option allows you to rent a boat for a fixed period, generally by the day, week or month. You are then free to sail as you please and discover the wonders of Sardinia in complete autonomy.
- Yacht charter with skipper: If you have little or no sailing experience or you simply want to spend a relaxing vacation, Filovent offers you the option of renting your boat with a professional skipper. The skipper will know the sailing area and will show you some of the most beautiful places in the region.
- Additional services: Many rental companies offer a wide range of additional services that you can book, such as fishing and diving equipment. If you wish, you can also hire a crew, especially if you rent a large boat, which usually includes a captain, a cook and a hostess. The crew will take care of you and make sure you have an unforgettable cruise!
- Cabin cruise: You can book a cabin on the side of the boat of a high-end, people-friendly boat that you will share with a few other travelers as well as a crew that will take care of your every need.
What is the price of a yacht charter in Sardinia?
Here is a table showing the average prices for yacht charters in Sardinia for one week. These prices are a rough dead reckoning and may vary depending on the season, the model and the age of the boat.
| Type of boat | High season July and August | Mid-season May, June and September | Low season April and October |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monohull (35 feet/≈2 cabins) | 2,500 USD | 1,800 USD | 1,200 USD |
| Monohull (40 feet/≈3 cabins) | 3,000 USD | 2,300 USD | 1,600 USD |
| Monohull (45 feet/4 cabins) | 4,000 USD | 3,000 USD | 2,500 USD |
| Catamaran (40 feet) | 4,500 USD | 4,000 USD | 3,500 USD |
| Catamaran (50 feet) | 6,000 USD | 5,000 USD | 4,000 USD |
Where to sail in Sardinia?
- Costa Smeralda: During your cruise in Sardinia, you can't miss the Costa Smeralda, a popular vacation destination, well known for its nightlife. But that's not all, the Costa Smeralda also offers breathtaking scenery, magnificent beaches and crystal clear waters. Those who are afraid of the sea can swim in peace in the translucent waters, where you can almost always see your feet!
- La Maddalena: Located to the north-east of the Sardinian coast, not far from the social whirl of the Costa Smeralda, is the La Maddalena archipelago. This group of 63 islands and islets includes the island of La Maddalena, Caprera, Budelli, Spargi and Razzolli, to name just five. You can discover them all in a day's sailing as they are only a few kilometers apart! Since 1996, the archipelago has also been a national park, a protected marine and land area. You will need a permit to sail there!
- Tavolara and Molara: If you choose northern Sardinia for your yacht charter, you can't miss the Tavolara-Punta Coda Cavallo marine protected area and the islands of Tavolara and Molara, just south of La Maddalena. Less well known and therefore less touristy and less crowded, this area offers all the charm of Sardinia in peace and quiet. The island of Tavolara, rather wild, has as its only inhabited center the marina Spalmatore di Terra. Trekking and snorkeling enthusiasts will feel right at home! The uninhabited island of Molara is also a granite island covered with Mediterranean scrub. Its anchorages are more precarious than those of its sister island, but the Piscine di Molara, in the southeast of the island, is worth a visit! You can also discover Capo Caccia, located close-hauled to the city of Alghero.
- Cagliari: The regional capital, Cagliari, is locatedin the south of the island. An unmissable stop on your cruise in Sardinia, it overlooks the magnificent Gulf of Angels and is built on seven limestone hills. Colle Castello is the historic district, while Colle Marina is the lively waterfront. As you lose yourself in the meandering ancient streets of Cagliari, you can discover the ancient Roman amphitheater and visit the Royal Palace, the Basilica of San Saturno and the Bastion of Saint Remy, one of the most important monuments in Cagliari.
- Sulcis Archipelago: The SulcisArchipelago is a short distance from the southwestern coast of Sardinia. The archipelago includes two main islands, Sant'Antioco and San Pietro, as well as a number of smaller islands and islets, the only inhabited one being Piana.
When to sail in Sardinia?
The climate in Sardinia is typically Mediterranean with little rain. Temperatures are around 20-30° C duringthe summer, with slightly higher temperatures in the south of the island. The water stays around 20° C during the summer, but also in September and October, whileApril tends to be a cold month in Sardinia.
Here is an average of the temperatures recorded in recent years in Sardinia:
| Temperatures | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air min (°C) | 5° | 5° | 6° | 11° | 15° | 20° | 22° | 22° | 17° | 13° | 10° | 7° |
| Air max (°C) | 14° | 15° | 17° | 19°C | 23°C | 28° | 32° | 32° | 28° | 24° | 19° | 16° |
| Sea water (°C) | 15° | 14° | 15° | 16° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 22° | 20° | 17° |
As far as the winds are concerned, the north of the island is particularly windy, especially the La Maddalena archipelago, which is exposed to the libeccio and maestrale winds. In the south of the island, the prevailing wind is the mistral. There is also the sirocco, but it normally does not blow for more than a day and calms down at night. While in the Sulcis archipelago it is easy to find a point of protection from the north and south winds, the area above Carloforte, on the west coast of the island, is less protected and can be particularly dangerous when the mistral is blowing.
Our advice for a successful yacht charter in Sardinia:
- Familiarize yourself with local regulations: Before embarking on your sailboat charter, make sure you are familiar with the regulations in force in the region in terms of navigation zones, anchorages or protected areas.
- Documents and formalities: If you are the skipper of the boat, make sure you have a boat license to present. In addition, we strongly advise you to take out damage waiver insurance even if you hire a skipper: in the event of damage to the boat, you are directly responsible, and damage waiver protects you from any involuntary damage.
- What are the departure bases for sailing in Sardinia? Sardinia has several departure bases, some better known than others. If you are planning a vacation to discover the Costa Smeralda and La Maddalena, in the north of the island, we recommend that you rent your sailboat in Olbia, Cannigione, Porto Cervo, Porto Pozzo, or at the Marina dell'Isola. If you also plan to visit the islands of Tavolara and Molara, we recommend renting your sailboat in Portisco, which is the perfect base for this type of cruise. Fortunately for you, all the bases mentioned above are easily accessible from Olbia airport! However , if you would prefer to explore the most beautiful beaches in southern Sardinia andthe Sulcis archipelago, we recommend renting your boat in Carloforte or Cagliari, both of which are easily accessible from Cagliari airport.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 1 664 |
|---|---|
| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Chef (meals not included), Sailor, Engineer, Mechanic, Masseuse |
| Average price per week | $66,657 |
| Minimum weekly price | $798 |
| Maximum price per week | $69,804,588 |