Page 8 - Boat hire & yacht charter in Ischia, Italy

A stunning Campanian Island located in the Gulf of Naples, in Italy, Ischia is a popular destination for Neapolitans but also for tourists from all over the world because of its scenic beauty and its proximity to the Neapolitan coastline. In addition, with a boat hire in Ischia, you will have the opportunity to explore the other islands off the coast, including Procida and the beautiful Capri.

To visit the island, also take advantage of our boat hire in Bacoli or the more popular boat rental in Naples. Set off on an adventure to visit one of the most beautiful islands in our land!

Pricing and Info on hiring a sailboat in Ischia.

Prices for hiring a boat in Ischia average at £300 a day for a sailboat and £200 a day for a motorboat. For a weeklong charter, motorboats average around £2000 while sailboats are a much less popular option but average at around £3000. These prices vary however, due to a number of factors, such as the type of boat and the time of year you want to go.

Do I need a license to hire a boat in Ischia?

If you want to charter a yacht in Ischia, you will need a license to hire a boat. If you're from an EU member state, your license will be automatically valid. If you're from outside the EU, we recommend getting an ICC which is validated by the United Nations. In addition, you will be asked to provide a nautical CV describing your previous experience and what type of boats you handled.

For motorboats, you will need a license if you hire a boat with more than 40 horsepower. Anything below 40 can be hired without a license.

Hire your boat in Ischia with a skipper if you want to relax or if you do not have a boat license. If you don't want to hire a skipper, SamBoat gives you the option of hiring a dinghy with an engine of less than 40 hp. Would you like to hire a fast craft even without a license? Check out dinghy hire in Ischia.

Boat availability in Ischia

The ideal time to visit Ischia for a boating vacation is from May to October. The months of July and August are the hottest and most popular with tourists. Finding a boat during this period is difficult if you do not book in advance, as demand during the period is very high.

hire your boat in June and September for optimal temperatures and affordable prices. What are you waiting for? Embark on an adventure and discover the island of Ischia by boat!

Overview of Ischia

With a boat hire in Ischia, you will have the opportunity to tour the island far and wide. What's more, if you can charter for more than a day or a week, we are sure that by using Ischia as a starting point to explore the coast and the other Neapolitan islands, you won't get bored!

Charter your boat at the port of Ischia and head east to circumnavigate the island. The first stop is the Aragonese Castle, a medieval-era structure that stands tall on Ischia's easternmost point. Located on a small island connected by a stone bridge, the Aragonese Castle certainly falls among the must-see attractions. If you are a lover of local history and culture, you will also find the Torre Guevara, another renowned local historical relic, in the area.

Continue your tour south to Mago Cave and stop for a snorkelling session at the beautiful San Pancrazio Beach. Enjoy underwater flora and fauna surrounded by a unique naturalistic landscape. Continue by stopping for lunch at one of the many restaurants on the coast. Visit the Fumarole dei Maronti to the south and the beach. Then head to the Elephant Arch and the Tower of Sant'Angelo.

For those who are around for two days or more, we recommend continuing around the island and going ashore to follow one of the many hiking trails in the Serrara Fontana area. Then head to the small Bay of Sorgeto for a dip, and again to Baia della Pelara.

Continue west to Punta Imperatore: here visit the famous lighthouse. Then enjoy a visit to Citara Beach and take advantage of all the local amenities, including the various restaurants in the area. Enjoy a long walk on the kilometre-long beach before making your way to Cala dell'isola Beach. Here visit the village's quaint little streets.

Visit the famous smooth white rocks of the Lovers before heading east to return to the starting point. On the way back visit Chiaia Beach, San Montano Beach and Varulo Beach. 

Sailing Areas around Ischia:

• Naples
• Salerno
• Isola
• Amalfi