Bareboat yacht charter · Aeolian Islands, Italy
Sicily Yacht Charter
Your Sicily yacht charter starts at Portorosa Marina on the north coast, in the Gulf of Patti and facing the Aeolian Islands, with direct flights from London to Palermo.
- Charter base
- Portorosa Marina, Gulf of Patti
- Nearest airport
- Palermo, direct from London
- Sailing area
- Aeolian Islands
- Winds
- Northeasterly, around Force 4
- Experience level
- 3
Yacht charter in Sicily, gateway to the Aeolian Islands
Our Sicilian base, Portorosa Marina, is on the northern coast of the island in the Gulf of Patti, ideally placed for exploring the Aeolian Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognised for their ongoing volcanic activity. With Mount Etna as a backdrop, black sand beaches and crystal clear water, Sicily is a truly unique sailing destination and one of the most exciting places for a yacht charter in Italy.
There are seven main Aeolian Islands, each wonderful in its own way. Visit Lipari, the largest, with great archaeological interest, the green landscapes of Salina and the romantic elegance of Panarea. Spend an evening watching lava spurt from Stromboli and take a dip in the natural mud baths on Vulcano. Alicudi and Filicudi have many perfectly placed anchorages, and local restaurants serve Sicily’s world-class wines and food.
The islands take their name from Aeolus, god of the winds, and are swept by prevailing northeasterly winds of around Force 4. Stronger mistral winds often blow in August for one or two days. Summers are hot and dry, with average temperatures of 24 to 28ºC. We rate the area experience level 3.
Your Sicily charter at a glance
- Base at Portorosa Marina, facing the Aeolian Islands
- Direct flights from London to Palermo
- Blue Flag marina since 1993
- Northeasterly winds of around Force 4
- Experience level 3
Live availability
Sicily yacht charter: live availability
Pick your dates and yacht size to see which yachts are free at our Sicily base, then book online.
- Live availability for the Sicily fleet
- Book online in a few steps
- Expert advice from our charter team
Prefer to talk it through? 0208 324 3118Monday to Friday 09:00 to 19:00, Saturday 09:30 to 17:00
Where you start
Our Sicily charter base
An elegant, modern marina on the Tyrrhenian Sea, facing the Aeolian Islands.
Portorosa Marina
On the northern coast of Sicily in the Gulf of Patti. It can berth up to 700 boats of up to 40 metres and has held Blue Flag status since 1993.
- Address
- Complesso Portorosa, 98054 Furnari, Messina, Italy
- Coordinates
- 38° 7′ N, 15° 6′ E
- Berths
- Up to 700, for boats up to 40 m
Facilities
- Coffee bar
- Restaurant
- Supermarket
- Pharmacy
- Parking
- Power, water and wifi at berths
- Fuel station
- WC and showers
- Laundry service
- Weather forecast
- Crane and travel lift
- Workshop and repairs
Flights
There are direct flights to Palermo from London, then a transfer to Portorosa Marina. Other regional flights are also available.
Ferries
Ferry connections run to Sicily from the Italian mainland coast.
Stay longer
Extend your trip in Catania, close to Mount Etna, in the baroque town of Modica, famous for its chocolate, or in Marsala on the west coast, home of the fortified wine.
Sample itinerary
A sample week sailing from Sicily
A suggested seven-night route through the Aeolian Islands, from volcanic Vulcano to wild Filicudi.
Day1
Arrive at Portorosa
Fly from the UK to Palermo and transfer to Portorosa marina for embarkation.
Day2
Vulcano (19nm)
North to Vulcano, aptly named for its three centres of volcanic activity; the ancient Greeks called it Thermessa, source of heat.
Day3
Salina (22nm)
Famed for its fish and wine, the island is dominated by twin peaks, both close to 1,000 metres high.
Day4
Ginostra, Stromboli (25nm)
If the weather is right, Ginostra is the ideal spot from which to watch the still active volcano of Stromboli.
Day5
Panarea (12nm)
The second smallest Aeolian island, popular in summer with the jet set and fashionable Milanese. Stroll the car-free streets of San Pietro.
Day6
Filicudi (25nm)
Still largely wild: an island where you can find peace and quiet after the excitement of Panarea.
Day7
Back to Portorosa
Return to Portorosa marina, ready to disembark in the morning.
Day8
Disembark
Disembark and return to the airport.
Book your Sicily yacht charter
To book a yacht or check availability, get in touch with our experienced team. They will help you choose the right yacht and dates for your Aeolian Islands charter.
Call or email us
- 0208 324 3118Monday to Friday 09:00 to 19:00, Saturday 09:30 to 17:00
- info@seafarerholidays.com
Request a quote
Tell us your dates and party size, and we’ll then come back to you with availability and prices.
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Every payment you make to us is financially protected, from deposit to balance. Holidays with flights are covered by our ATOL licence, and holidays without flights by our ABTOT membership. Trading since 1995.
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