Sardinia is the most sought-after Italian destination for luxury yacht charter. In July-August, the Costa Smeralda concentrates a density of superyachts and HNWI clientele that only Monaco during the Grand Prix can match. But unlike Monaco, Sardinia simultaneously offers natural coves of absolute beauty, an archipelago classified as a National Park, and an irreducible Sardinian gastronomy — bottarga, malloreddus, Cannonau wines.
International Yachts Charter and Brokerage XXIII offers a selection of superyachts available for charter in Sardinia — from 20 to 50 meters LOA, STCW-certified crew, MYBA contract.
The Costa Smeralda extends over 55 kilometers of coastline in northeastern Sardinia. Porto Cervo is its nerve center — reference marina for superyachts from 30 to 80 meters, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, Sottomare beach club, Billionaire. In high season, the port of Porto Cervo is the meeting place for the world’s most discerning international clientele.
Cala di Volpe — the most sheltered bay of the Costa Smeralda — offers waters of intense turquoise and calm anchorages even in summer winds. The Cala di Volpe hotel, with its beach and restaurant accessible by tender, is the reference address.
The La Maddalena Archipelago — 7 main islands and some forty islets — has been classified as a National Park since 1994. Its waters are among the most transparent in the entire Mediterranean — visibility of 20 to 30 meters in certain areas, color palette ranging from emerald green to deep blue. Anchorages are regulated and protected — anchoring prohibited in Posidonia zones, buoys mandatory in certain coves.
Cala Corsara, Cala Coticcio, Cala Granara — three iconic anchorages accessible only by sea, offering intimacy and natural beauty impossible to match.
Between the Costa Smeralda and Olbia — dozens of uncrowded coves, accessible only from a superyacht. Caprera — neighboring island of La Maddalena — is classified as an integral Nature Reserve. Its eastern side, accessible by sea, offers white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters that even the island’s inhabitants know little about.
Cagliari, the Sardinian capital, has a modern marina and a spectacular old town perched on a promontory. The Costa del Sud — Chia beaches, Nora lagoon, Aragonese tower of Capo Carbonara — offers a less crowded alternative to the Costa Smeralda, ideal in low season.
Sottovento Beach Club — Porto Cervo — the reference beach club of the Costa Smeralda. Tables on the water, DJ sets in the evening, international clientele. Reservation required in high season.
Phi Beach — Baja Sardinia — panoramic view of the La Maddalena Archipelago from a terrace on the rocks. The reference sunset address in Sardinia.
Billionaire Club — Porto Cervo — reference evening venue of the Costa Smeralda, founded by Flavio Briatore. Accessible by tender from Porto Cervo.
| Yacht | LOA | Sardinia Highlights | BS Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABELY | 33 m | Access to Maddalena coves | €28,000/week |
| RAY | 32 m | Explorer, wild coast | €90,000/week |
| ASCENSION | 37 m | 25 knots, fast transit | €100,000/week |
| ANNAMIA | 43 m | Porto Cervo, prestige | €120,000/week |
| RILASSATA | 49.8 m | Costa Smeralda ultra-premium | €210,000/week |
| Category | Low Season | High Season |
|---|---|---|
| Motor Yacht 20-25 m | €10,000 – €22,000 | €18,000 – €40,000 |
| Motor Yacht 25-35 m | €22,000 – €60,000 | €40,000 – €100,000 |
| Superyacht 35-45 m | €55,000 – €130,000 | €90,000 – €220,000 |
| Mega Yacht 45-55 m | €110,000 – €250,000 | €190,000 – €400,000 |
Estimated APA: 25 to 30% of base rate — Porto Cervo port fees in high season among the highest in the Mediterranean.
June and September — IYCB XXIII’s number 1 recommendation for Sardinia. Porto Cervo without the August saturation, warm waters, low season rates, more attentive service.
July-August — absolute high season. Porto Cervo at its maximum social intensity. Reservation 4 to 6 months in advance essential.
French Riviera → Sardinia — Monaco → Porto Cervo transit in 20h with ASCENSION. The most requested itinerary of the season.
Sardinia → Balearics — Ibiza → Porto Cervo in 24h via the Spanish coasts. Our RILASSATA is perfectly suited to this itinerary.
Sardinia → Capri — southern Sardinia → Capri crossing in 12h — exceptional cultural itinerary.
Sardinia in July-August must be booked 4 to 6 months in advance. Porto Cervo has the highest occupancy rates in the entire Mediterranean in high season.
