Description
Private Bareboat Charter – 8 Days from Capo d’Orlando through the Aeolian Islands aboard Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
Capo d’Orlando Marina, with its contemporary piers, boutiques, and dining promenade, is a natural springboard to the Aeolian Islands. The base’s efficient services simplify your first hours on board so you can focus on sea time rather than logistics. Sicily’s north coast and the nearby archipelago offer a compact playground of volcanic drama and stylish island life—ideal for a week-long circuit with comfortable daily hops.
About Our Service in Capo d’Orlando & the Aeolians
You’re at the helm of a private bareboat charter, free to follow our curated route—Vulcano, Panarea, Stromboli, Salina, and Lipari—or adjust the plan to match the mood on board. Prefer a skipper or onboard hospitality? Add a professional captain, hostess, or cook. We can also coordinate private airport transfers, pre-provisioning (at select bases), early check-in, and an outboard engine, creating a smooth runway from arrival to cast-off.
Here’s the suggested eight-day flow, balancing navigation with time ashore for hot springs, vineyards, and panoramic hikes.
Day 1: Embarkation in Capo d’Orlando (from 17:00)
Check in, complete your safety briefing, and explore the marina’s upscale shops and bars. Ease into your first evening on deck with the Tyrrhenian Sea as your backdrop.
Day 2: Capo d’Orlando → Vulcano (19 NM)
Glide to Vulcano, where steaming fumaroles and mineral-rich mud baths make for a memorable first stop. Anchor in Porto di Levante, hike to the Gran Cratere, then rinse off at a black-sand strand before a relaxed night aboard.
Day 3: Vulcano → Panarea (15 NM)
Cruise northeast to Panarea, petite and fashionable. Pause for swims in turquoise coves and, once anchored near Cala Junco or Drautto, lean into the island’s elegant energy—beach bars, terraces, and boutique strolling at golden hour.
Day 4: Panarea → Stromboli (13 NM)
Make the short run to Stromboli, whose constantly active volcano becomes most dramatic after dark. Consider a guided trek or a boat tour to the Sciara del Fuoco for the surreal sight of glowing embers meeting the sea.
Day 5: Stromboli → Salina (24 NM)
Head southwest to fertile Salina. Choose Santa Marina, Rinella, or anchoring off Lingua. The call here is nature and flavor: Malvasia wine tastings, artisan capers, and switchback roads to lofty viewpoints.
Day 6: Salina → Lipari (9 NM)
Slip to Lipari, the archipelago’s energetic hub. Wander Lipari Town, pop into the archaeological museum, or loop the island to see white pumice cliffs and hidden coves. Dinner ashore is a treat—fresh seafood and Sicilian classics.
Day 7: Lipari → Capo d’Orlando (22 NM)
Savor your finale under sail back to Capo d’Orlando, aiming to be secure by 18:00. Enjoy a celebratory drink at the marina or a quiet cockpit dinner with city lights twinkling across the bay.
Day 8: Disembarkation in Capo d’Orlando (09:00)
After breakfast, disembark at 09:00—bags full of island souvenirs, camera full of volcanic skylines, and a mind already plotting a return.
About Our Yacht – Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
The Oceanis 40.1 blends responsive sailing with liveaboard comfort. Dual helms, a generous cockpit, and a broad, stable hull create confidence for skippers and calm for guests. A drop-down swim platform expands your connection to the sea at anchor, while wide side decks make foredeck lounging natural and safe.
Inside, large windows deliver daylight to the saloon and cabins. With 4 cabins, 2 toilets, and a convertible double berth, the yacht sleeps up to 10 with room to spread out. Thoughtful stowage tames weeklong provisioning, and simple sail controls keep passages smooth when winds build between islands.
Capo d’Orlando’s proximity to the Aeolians, flexible itinerary design, and the Oceanis 40.1’s sailor-friendly layout combine for a focused, high-reward charter. Add optional crew or pre-provisioning for extra ease, and give your crew a week that balances thermal springs, lava vistas, chic island stops, and unhurried cockpit sunsets.
