Yacht charter in Italy

The strongest week in Italy for pure sailing: short legs between granite islands, clear water, and Corsica within reach if the forecast allows.

1. 1

   Olbia or Portisco

   Handover, provision, and move north out of the gulf.

2. 2

   Caprera or Spargi

   Into the national park; buoyed bays in the main anchorages.

3. 3

   La Maddalena town

   Resupply and a night alongside.

4. 4

   Bonifacio, Corsica

   Across the strait — the longest leg, and the one to pick your weather window for.

5. 5

   Lavezzi islands

   Back south through the reserve; a daytime anchorage rather than an overnight.

6. 6

   Porto Cervo or Cala di Volpe

   Down the Costa Smeralda.

7. 7

   Olbia

   Short run back into the gulf for handover.

Less about sailing than about what you tie up next to. Short hops, heavy traffic in August, and very little shelter along the Amalfi shore itself.

1. 1

   Naples or Salerno

   Handover; move out to the islands rather than staying in the city.

2. 2

   Procida

   The quietest of the three islands and the easiest harbour.

3. 3

   Ischia

   Larger, with thermal springs ashore and more berth options.

4. 4

   Capri

   Arrive early. Consider a day visit and an overnight back on the mainland side.

5. 5

   Positano or Amalfi

   Anchor off in settled weather; there is no real shelter here.

6. 6

   Salerno or Cetara

   Round the point for a calmer night.

7. 7

   Naples or Salerno

   Back to base.