Boat hire & yacht charter in Porto Cervo, Italy

Hire a boat with or without a skipper in Porto Cervo

Porto Cervo is a small seaside town located in the northern part of Sardinia. Apart from its authentic bars, restaurants and small shops, it’s mostly known for the ports that constitute its marina. Porto Cervo is beautiful and is considered one of the world’s most luxurious places to be. Hiring a yacht in Porto Cervo is one of the best things you can do to enjoy Sardinia and fully explore the area. The town is surrounded by amazing beaches and hidden spots that are much more accessible by boat. 

When should you hire a boat in Porto Cervo?

The best time to visit the island of Sardinia and its incredible town of Porto Cervo is during the summer. July and August have the warmest climate and less rainfall but it’s also the high season meaning a lot more tourists visit at this time of year.

The good thing about Porto Cervo is that you can visit during other seasons too. Spring and Fall also have great weather and a lot fewer tourists than during summer, so maybe adapt your travel plans accordingly. Make sure you book well in advance If you still wish to hire a boat during summer, as the demand increases a lot during the high season.

Pricing and information for a boat hire in Porto Cervo

Porto Cervo is one of the most expensive seaside resorts in the world, with high living standards and a luxurious lifestyle. It's an incredibly beautiful town and comes with a price. If you still want to visit Porto Cervo, SamBoat offers really good prices. With prices starting at 100€ per day, you can hire a sailboat or a motorboat, which is a relatively cheap price.

Prices drastically increase during the high season in Porto Cervo, so make sure to hire a yacht well in advance if you wish to go on a boating adventure.

Do you need a licence to hire a boat in Porto Cervo?

For small boats, you usually don’t need a licence but for most bigger boats, the authorities will require you to have a boating licence. If your licence was registered in a European Union country, it’s valid to hire a boat in Sardinia as well.

For anyone looking to hire a boat, we suggest passing the ICC (International Competence Certificate) which is a boating licence recognized in most European countries. You also have to bring a nautical CV with you, to prove that you have rented before and have the skills to operate a vessel.

What to do in Porto Cervo

Whether you like to go snorkelling and spend your afternoon exploring the ocean floors or relax the whole day under the sun, there is plenty to do in Porto Cervo. Hire a boat in town and head out to find hidden, empty beaches, and caves and go snorkelling to discover the mesmerising ocean life that resides in Sardinia.

At the end of the day, anchor the boat and appreciate the beautiful view with the sun setting on the horizon.