Boat rental & yacht charter in Taormina, Italy

Four reasons to rent a boat in Taormina, Italy

• Taormina is a town on the east coast of Sicily. It is near the most famous active volcano in the area, Etna.

• The best months to visit Taormina are September and October. The weather is warm and perfect for sailing.

• If you rent a boat in Taormina, you can sail to the most important cities of Sicily. Like Milazzo, with a great tourist attraction or Trapani, a city with an incredible history.

• Easy access to Isola Bella! If you rent a boat in Taormina. Although you can get there by walking or car, the easiest and most fun way to get there is by boat.

Pricing and information about renting a boat in Taormina, Italy

The prices for renting a boat in Taormina varies depending on the type of boat you want to rent. For renting a sailboat, the prices start from 160 euros. If you want to rent a catamaran in Taormina, the prices start from 450 euros. Please note that during the high season boat prices increase due to demand. 

The high season in Sicily starts in June and ends in September. If you want to charter a boat during the high season, we recommend you start the search process two months in advance. 

Do you need a license to rent a boat in Taormina, Italy?

Italian legislation on nautical licences is different from most European countries. Depending on the type of boat you wish to charter, various laws apply. A licence is needed if you want to charter a sailing yacht or catamaran and sail more than six miles off the Italian coast. In the case of motorboats, a licence is needed if the motorboat has more than 40 hp. Please note that you will be required to submit a nautical CV detailing your sailing experience. 

If you have no sailing experience or licence, you can rent any boat from our catalogue with a captain. Chartering a boat with a captain is a great advantage, as they can show you the best places in each destination. Ask your captain for advice on restaurants, beaches, bars or museums. 

Things to do in Taormina, Italy

Visit Isola Bella, a small island and a nature reserve. Be amazed by the beauty of its flora.

Taormina is well known for its history, architecture and archaeology. Visit its Greco-Roman theatre, which is still in use today.

Visit its coves with sandy beaches. Several of them are only accessible by boat. Rent a boat in Taormina to reach them.

Practical Information:

The best way to get to Taormina is by boat. Rent a boat in Palermo and sail along the coast to Taormina. It will be a fun trip to share with your group of friends.

About SamBoat

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Information about boat rental in Taormina

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