Boat rental & yacht charter in Palermo, Italy

Rent a boat with or without captain in Palermo, Italy

with SamBoat. Choose from a wide selection of sailboats, motor boats, RIBs, catamarans, yachts and canal boats. We offer a huge range of boats to hire from 50€/day. With the best offers, SamBoat helps you to find the ideal yacht charter for the perfect vacation.

Boat rental in Palermo

Palermo is the stunning capital city of the Italian island of Sicily located in the Mediterranean Sea, southern Italy. The city is rich in history, culture, beautiful architecture and breathtaking natural landscapes. It’s an excellent holiday destination for all types of travellers. You can visit the stunning sites, enjoy the sandy beaches and the crystal clear waters. Moreover, Palermo is an ideal starting point for a memorable sailing holiday. Set sail to discover the beautiful island of Sicily on a sailboat and experience the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. If you are sailing for multiple days, you can even sail to Trapani or Milazzo.

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Palermo?

The cost of the boat hire in Palermo depends on the type of boat and the season you visit the city. In general, expect to find the highest prices and most of the tourists during the high season from June to August. You can enjoy Palermo from April to October, when the city is calmer but the weather is still excellent. If you are planning to charter a yacht in Palermo, expect to pay around 200€/day for a sailboat and around 300€/day for a catamaran.

Moreover, there is a huge selection of motor boats available for rent too. In order to determine the type and size of a boat that will be perfect for your holiday, plan your activities in advance! You will definitely find the ideal boat for you! 

Do I need a license to charter a yacht in Palermo? 

Depending on the type of boat you rent in Palermo, there might be a need for a boating license. In Palermo, it’s mandatory to have a valid boating license if you rent a sailboat that is longer than 6miles from a shelter. Moreover, it’s also obligatory to have a license, if the motorboat you rent has more than 40 horsepower. If it’s less, there is no need for a license in Palermo. 

There is no need to worry, if you don’t have the necessary documentation, as you have an option to rent with a captain. The captain can navigate the boat, while you just sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery of Palermo. 

You can rent a boat to Taormina and sail all the way to Palermo!

Information about boat rental in Palermo

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