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December 31, 2012updated Mar 15, 2013

The 19 Best Yachts to Charter in Sardinia & Corsica

By Chris Boyle

LADY NATINIA

Choose from our stunning selection of yachts available to charter this summer in Sardinia and Corsica

AIME SEA

Aime Sea

Length | 115ft (35.1m)
Number of guests | 8
Number of staterooms | 4
Builder | Alloy Yachts
Year of construction/refit | 1994/2011
Cruising speed | 11 knots
Draft | 12ft (3.7m)
Weekly rate | $64,000

Aime Sea is flooded with natural light and finished in ‘tiger-maple’ with pale leather deckheads.

Acres of teak and automatic sailing systems result in plenty of uncluttered deck space, while the transom opens to a large range of water toys.

Leisure and recreation: 4’(4.26m) 60hp Novurania tender, 2 kayaks (1 double, 1 single), 1 x paddleboard, 2 x kitesurfers, 2 x SeaDoos, 2 sets of waterskis, kneeboard, wakeboard, snorkeling gear, 2 fishing rods with Penn reels, compressor and 4 tanks (rendezvous diving only), wetsuits.

ANJILIS

Anjilis

Length | 161ft (49.08m)
Number of guests | 11
Number of staterooms | 5
Builder | Trinity Yachts
Year of construction | 2009
Cruising speed | 18 knots
Weekly rate | $235,000

Sophisticated and contemporary, Anjilis features Art Deco inspired architectural elements including exotic woods, custom parquetry and stone inlays to stunning effect.

The spacious deck areas, main deck bar and state-of-the-art entertainment system, make her an ideal yacht for entertaining in style.

Leisure and recreation: 21ft Novurania Custom Line 650 with 190hp and 34ft Intrepid with Twin 250hp tenders; 2 x diving equipment, fishing gear, bicycles, treadmill, dumbells and folding exercise bench. 8-person Jacuzzi, Quantum Zero-Speed stabilizers.

CD TWO

CD TWO

Length | 141ft (43m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 7
Builder | Nicolini
Year of construction/refit | 1995/2008
Cruising speed | 14 knots
Weekly rate | $115,000

The beautifully designed CD Two offers an elegant interior and fantastic deck areas.

Cabins are well proportioned to accommodate guest in luxurious comfort. Up on deck, her exterior is equally spacious, providing numerous relaxation, dining and lounging areas.

Leisure and recreation: 1 x Stinger 20ft RIB with 140hp Suzuki 4-stroke outboard; 1 x Avion Cherokee 16ft RIB with 75hp Yamaha outboard. 1 x Yamaha WaveRunner (2006), 1 x Yamaha jetski (2004), diving equipment & Bauer diving compressor, waterskis, towable toys, snorkeling equipment.

DARLINGS DANAMA

Darlings Danama

Length | 197ft (60m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | CRN
Year of construction | 2011
Cruising speed | 14 knots
Weekly rate | $345,000

Boasting a combination of vast open areas and airy interiors, this is the ultimate entertainment yacht. Every inch has been styled to perfection.

Leisure and recreation: 3 x tenders, 2 x jet skis (license required), 2 x underwater scooters, Mono Ski, jet ski with Mono capability, wakeboard, kneeboard, trampoline, Aquaglide chill out platform, 2 x donuts, 4-person banana, diving equipment, gym with cross trainer, exercise bike, and treadmill.

DIANE

Diane

Length | 141ft (43m)
Number of guests | 10
Number of staterooms | 5
Builder | Benetti
Year of construction | 2007
Cruising speed | 16 knots
Weekly rate | $173,000

Diane’s interior is finished in warm colors, with styling by the iconic François Zuretti. Equipped with the latest in communication and audiovisual equipment, she also has zero speed stabilizers for added comfort at anchor.

Leisure and recreation: 20ft main dinghy Novurania CL 600 with 190hp diesel inboard. 13ft Avon 400 Professional Emergency Rescue Boat with 25hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard. Kawasaki STX 12F Jet Bike 1200cc. Kawasaki 800 SXR Jet ski 800cc. 2 x one-man kayaks, waterskis, wakeboard, inflatable tow ring, snorkeling equipment and shorty wetsuits.

LAZY Z

LAZY Z

Length | 169ft (51.4m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Oceano
Year of construction/refit | 1997/2012
Cruising speed | 14 knots
Weekly rate | $239,000

The yacht comes with a range of amenities and luxurious staterooms. More than 2,500 DVDs can be enjoyed in every stateroom, salon area, the cinema or even in the Jacuzzi.

Leisure and recreation: 2 x tenders, 3-person jet skis, waterskiing gear, wakeboards, kneeboards, wake-skates, wake-surfers, slalom, trick-skis, underwater scooters, 2 x beach tents, towable ski biscuit and banana, snorkeling & fishing gear, compressor & scuba gear, water slide, inflatable wakeboard rail slide/fun box and waterski jump, fully equipped gym, massage room.

NATORI

Natori

Length | 137ft (41.8m)
Number of guests | 10
Number of staterooms | 5
Builder | Baglietto
Year of construction | 2009
Cruising speed | 16
knots Weekly rate | $173,000

Huge windows allow sunlight to infuse Natori’s interior, highlighting the décor of Italian cabinetry and African materials.

The fine interior is complemented by impressive outdoor areas, which offer plenty of space for sun loungers, dining and a bar area. Leisure and recreation: 1 x 32ft Luxury Scorpion 500hp tender with teak decks and range of water toys; 1 x 11ft Novarania rescue tender. 3-person SeaDoo, Wake Pro 215hp jet ski, 2 x 2-person inflatable expedition style Sea Kayaks, full water sport package including waterskis, monoskis, wakeboard, towable toys (large banana boat, single and double biscuit), diving and snorkeling equipment with onboard dive compressor, Nintendo Wii with a variety of games.

OXYGEN

Oxygen

Length | 138ft (42m)
Number of guests | 11
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Baglietto
Year of construction | 2009
Cruising speed | 13 knots
Weekly rate | $173,000

A magnificently styled yacht, Oxygen has a strikingly avant-garde interior with a wonderful New England feel. Expansive deck spaces boast large lounging and sunning areas.

Leisure and recreation: 19ft custom made Hypalon with 150hp inboard; 10ft custom made Hypalon with 50hp outboard. 2 x Yamaha GP 1300R jet skis.

PARSIFAL III

Parsifal III

Length | 177ft (54m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Perini Navi
Year of construction | 2004
Draft | 14.8ft (4.5m)
Cruising speed | 12 knots
Weekly rate | $200,000

The modern aluminum hull is complemented by an interior of crafted woods with leather and stainless steel features, a large Jacuzzi, Teppinyaki BBQ and an array of sunning and entertainment areas.

Leisure and recreation: 2 x tenders, 2 x jet skis, 2 x SEABOBS, Hobie Cat Wave, 2 x sailing dinghies, kayak, waterskis, wakeboard, towable toys, Jacuzzi, hoist to the crow’s nest, hydraulic swim platform, wireless connection throughout, SAT TV/DVD in saloon and all cabins, DVD Library, GSM, SATCOM.

SAI RAM

Sai Ram

Length | 170ft (51.8m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Benetti
Year of construction/refit | 2004/2010
Cruising speed | 13 knots
Weekly rate | $264,000

Sai Ram features large, informal deck areas, perfect for entertaining. Her modern, spacious interior is complemented by striking features such as Oriental antiques and contemporary furniture.

Leisure and recreation: 21ft Castoldi jet with 240hp inboard diesel engine tender; 16ft Novuriana 500 Equator tender with 130hp engine; 16ft Zodiac rescue boat with 25hp outboard. 2 x Yamaha VX Cruiser deluxe WaveRunners, Bauer dive compressor and associated diving equipment, snorkeling and fishing equipment, waterskis, wakeboards, inflatables.

TJ ESPERANZA

Diane

Length | 164ft (50m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Amels
Year of construction/refit | 1999/2010
Cruising speed | 11 knots
Weekly rate | $237,000

Operated under MCA and ISM since new, TJ Esperanza has been maintained to the highest standard and is one of the best-kept yachts of her type and age.

She boasts an excellent reputation throughout the industry with a fully documented history. Leisure and recreation: 2 x 18ft Nautica tenders with Yamaha 115hp engines. 3 x pairs of waterskis, 1 x single ski, 2 x wakeboards, 2 x kayaks, 2 x Yamaha jet skis, 2 x mountain bikes, 6 sets of dive gear (rendez-vous diving only), snorkeling equipment, towing donuts, bananas, gyro tube and various other toys.

INDIAN EMPRESS

Indian empress

Length | 312ft (95m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Oceanco
Year of construction/refit | 2000/2009
Cruising speed | 18 knots
Weekly rate | $891,000/$965,500 (high season)

Currently ranked as the 35th largest yacht in the world and one of the largest available to charter, Indian Empress is absolutely vast.

In any bay, port or marina her sheer size will turn heads and attract attention, but nowhere is the view more impressive than onboard. Although first commissioned by the Qatari Royal Family, Indian Empress is now owned by the Indian business tycoon Dr Vijay Mallya who is known for hosting lavish on-board parties during the Grand Prix motor racing season. In keeping with Mallya’s taste all five decks have subtle Indian furnishings but there are also European touches provided by Dali, Renoir and Picasso. Indian Empress is so well equipped, guests need hardly step ashore: there is an oversized Jacuzzi, a fully staffed beauty saloon, and a private office with adjacent PA station and gym. But when the time comes for going ashore there are numerous tenders to ferry guests and even a helicopter pad. Furthermore, with 30 crew far outnumbering the 12 guests Indian Empress can accommodate, there is no shortage of excellent service.

Leisure and recreation: 2 x 26 foot (8.1 meter) custom tenders with 230hp, 2 x Yamaha 1000cc 2 person jet-skis, dive equipment (for rendezvous diving only), 4 x Sea-Doo jet skis, 4 x SeaBob sea scooters, 2 x windsurfers, 2 x sea kayaks, waterskis, wakeboards and towables. A beauty salon includes a massage room, sauna, steam room, two shower rooms and a full medical suite.

POLAR STAR

POLAR STAR

Length | 206’5ft (63m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Lürssen
Yachts Year of construction/refit | 2005/2011
Cruising speed | 15 knots
Weekly rate | $587,500/$670,000 (July, August)

One of the giants of the Lürssen fleet, Polar Star was created to offer guests limitless cruising.

Her steel ice-class hull and long distance standards are not, however, out of place on a glamorous Mediterranean shoreline. The six guest suites have all been placed on the main deck completing a clever division between crew and guest accommodation. All are en-suite, and the master suite is even double en-suite, featuring ‘his’ and ‘hers’ bathrooms as well as panoramic views forward through generous windows. There is capacious outdoor deck space and a spa pool on the owner’s aft deck that holds 10. In addition, Polar Star’s refit will be completed in time for this summer season in the Mediterranean. The newly upholstered interior will give the yacht a fresh contemporary feel and the new outdoor cinema on the sundeck will most certainly be a popular addition.

Leisure and recreation: Mastercraft tender (specially designed for water skiing and wakeboarding), 4 x waterskis, 2 x wakeboards, kneeboard, 6-man towing banana and towing doughnut, 3 x Seabob underwater jet scooters, 2 x new Yamaha jet skis, 1 x stand-up Kawasaki jet ski, 8 sets of scuba gear and 12 sets of snorkeling gear in various sizes.

Annemarie Gathercole, International Yacht Register

+377 97 978 027

www.iyr.net

CAPRI

CAPRI

Length | 192ft (58.5m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Lürssen Yachts
Year of construction | 2003
Cruising speed | 15
knots Weekly rate | $386,500/$475,500 (July, August)

Capri is an elegant and sophisticated creation from the world-renowned Lürssen shipyard.

The spacious and comfortable interior designed by Glade Johnson is a stunning mix of inlaid marble, burled woods and silk fabric upholstery; perfect for sophisticated entertaining. There is a forward observation lounge – unique to Capri – that provides unrivaled views from both inside and out. The innovative design does not stop here; the grand sky lounge is unique in size and décor. Completely furnished in white, it houses a home theater, a full bar and two separate seating areas for indulgent get-togethers. The 22-foot Chris Craft tender, launched through Capri’s side hull door, is a most elegant way to arrive ashore. Indeed, these classic wooden speedboats have become sought-after yachting accessories in their own right.

Leisure and recreation: 22-foot Chris Craft tender, 22-foot Ribtec tender, 2 x Sea-Doo jet skis, 1 x Kawasaki jet-ski, scuba gear with dive compressor, 2 x Hobie kayaks and 2 x bicycles. A fully equipped gym is located in the aft tender garage.

Annemarie Gathercole, International Yacht Register

+377 97 978 027

www.iyr.net

EXCELLENCE III

EXCELLENCE II

Length | 188ft (57.5m)
Number of guests | 12
Number of staterooms | 6
Builder | Abeking & Rasmussen
Year of construction | 2001
Cruising speed | 14 knots
Weekly rate | $468,000/$505,500 (high season)

Excellence III is a much-admired superyacht and her sleek, navy blue build designed by Donald Starkey is an impressive addition to any marina. Onboard she is faultless; the full-beam sundeck includes a Jacuzzi, bar, sun loungers and wicker armchairs that can be shaded by sail-style awnings. Walk inside and large windows light up the mahogany and honey onyx interior with touches of Art Deco styling. Most impressive is the sky lounge, which converts to a theater with state-of-the-art surround sound.

Leisure and recreation: 2.4 foot (7.3 meter) custom tender with 250hp, 20 foot (6 meter) Novurania Equador 600 tender with 250hp, 4 meter Hobie catamaran, Laser sailing dinghy, windsurfers, 2 x kayaks, 2 x Yamaha 800hp jet skis, 1 x Honda 1200hp jet ski, snorkeling equipment, kneeboards, waterskis and other towable ‘toys’.

Tom Collins – Burgess Miami

+1 305 672 0150

www.burgessyachts.com

LADY NATINIA

LADY NATINIA

Length | 105ft (32m)
Number of guests | 8
Number of staterooms | 4
Builder | Canados
Year of construction | 2004
Cruising speed | 21 knots (max speed 29 knots)
Weekly rate | $100,000

Lady Natinia is one of few luxury superyachts that are able to combine intricate opulence with incredible speeds. With a cruising speed averaging 20 knots and top speed approaching 30, she is able to glide effortlessly between destinations, allowing her guests more time to see and explore each one – a rare advantage.

The interior is not what you would expect from a high-speed yacht: the four cabins are all en-suite, and the master cabin, the most spacious, has its own Jacuzzi tub that doubles up as a steam room. The two twin rooms are easily converted into doubles giving a welcome degree of flexibility to guests. There is ample dining and lounging space, a Jacuzzi on the sundeck and a gym on the lower deck making Lady Natinia truly fit for every requirement.

Leisure and recreation: 15 foot (4.8 meter) BWA tender with 40hp, 2 x Yamaha GP1300R two seater jet-skis (new in 2007), wakeboard, waterskis and inflatable towable ‘toys’, two complete diving sets (but no compressor), complete snorkeling equipment and a bicycle. The gym includes a bench with bar and weights, a set of adjustable dumbbells, exercise ball and mats.

Edmiston & Company

+377 93 305 444

www.edmistoncompany.com

CHAMPNEYS

CHAMPNEYS

Length | 82ft (25m)
Number of guests | 6
Number of staterooms | 3
Builder | Sunseeker
Year of construction | 2006
Cruising speed | 26 knots
Weekly rate | $50,000/$56,000

The British-built Sunseekers have a reputation for style and class, and are the yacht of choice for those with wealth and good taste.

Champneys is a Sunseeker Predator 82, a performance range renowned for its combination of high speeds and first class specifications. Alfresco luxury is the defining characteristic of this yacht: large picture windows and side deck doors allow light from an open and airy saloon to flow outside where there is a full wet bar, an integral barbecue and generous sun lounging space. The accommodation includes two double and one twin suite, all contemporarily furnished, while the saloon’s stylish furnishings provide relaxing respite from the sun.

Leisure and recreation: RIB with 50hp, 2 x jet skis, 1 x kayak, waterskis, wakeboard and other towables.

ELENA

Elena

Length | 180ft (55m)
Number of guests | 10
Number of staterooms | 5 (3 double, 2 twin)
Builder | Factoria Naval Marin
Year of construction | 2009
Draft | 17ft (5.2M)
Weekly rate | $100,000/116,000 (high season)

This stunning schooner, a modern recreation of the 1928 Trans-Atlantic Race holder designed by Nathaniel G Herreshoff, is a wonder to behold.

Under full canvas Elena will attract admirers and she will certainly turn heads in port. Her spacious teak decks provide an abundance of room for an entire race crew, a cocktail party of 80 guests or, alternatively, plenty of room for relaxing and sunbathing. Elena’s interior, in accordance with the original designs, is a masterpiece of mahogany wood paneling with gracious fittings. But don’t take this yacht for granted, for underneath her classical hull and luxury amenities lies a true racing pedigree that can be put to the test during Mediterranean classics such as Le Voile de Saint Tropez or Monaco Classics Week.

Leisure and recreation: Wally tender and further watersports facilities available upon request.

BARONG C

BARONG C

Length | 94ft (29m)
Number of guests | 4
Number of staterooms | 2
Builder | Wally Europe, Italy
Year of construction | 2005
Draft | 13.7ft (4.2M)
Weekly rate | $60,000

Barong C is a yacht built for show: the simple lines of this 94 foot (29 meter) sloop are enhanced by her dark navy color and absence of mooring winches, cleats, anchors or sheets with both furling mainsail and jib.

As a result the clear teak space can be used for entertaining or relaxing in the sun. The cockpit seats 10 for alfresco dining and the aft deck can be transformed into one large sunbathing pad. Barong C’s interior was specially designed in accordance with the owner’s request to live onboard comfortably for several months. You will therefore find the owner’s stateroom with its en-suite bathroom and office positioned amidships, where motion of the yacht is less obvious. There is also a generous double guest cabin with en-suite bathroom – also amidships.

Leisure and recreation: Zodiac 12 foot (3.6 meter) RIB with 25hp.

Wally Charter Franco Mercatelli

+377 95 100 093

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