Amalfi Coast sailing charter

Location of Amalfi Coast

One of the most breathtaking coastlines of the world, the Amalfi Coast stretches for 50 km from the south of Naples, by the Salerno Gulf. The view of the range of hills, reaching the height of 1400 m, majestically towering above the coastline will definitely leave you breathless. And the cliff coast offers awe-inspiring vistas, overlooking the pristine waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Can you rent a sailboat in Amalfi coasts- do I need a license? The requirements.

Small boats (under a certain horsepower or length), electric boats, crewed yacht charters, gulet charter may not require a license. Larger boats or those with more powerful engines need a skipper’s license. Before you confirm your sailing trip to Amalfi coasts, please send us a copy and we will check it for you. You need to have the original copies on board, so don’t forget to take them.
To sail in Amalfi coasts, one of the following qualifications is necessary: • ICC (International Certificate of Competence), valid Navigational and VHF licenses, Prerequisites: RYA “Day Skipper Course” or complete the ICC Assessment form to prove competence from previous experience.• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America, Prerequisites: ASA 104 or US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course” OR • NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International, • UK – RYA Day Skipper practical, • USA – US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”, ASA “104 Bareboat Cruising Course” or above, • Germany – “Sportbootführerschein See“ or above, • Belgium – Algemeen Stuurbrevet/ Brevet de conduite général • France – LE PERMIS PLAISANCE
If you do not have a skipper license, it is also possible to rent a sailing yacht with a skipper

Sailboat charter in Amalfi Coast – the main ports

The largest ports in the region:

Port of Salerno

Port of Salerno is one of the busiest ports of the Tyrrhenian Sea. It covers a shockingly huge area with a total territory of 1.7 million square metres. The entrance of the port is 280 m wide and the sea depth is 13 m. Salerno sailing, yacht charter Salerno

Marina d’Arechi (Salerno)

The marina counts as one of the newest and most modern ports in Italy. Very well sheltered and equipped. The Marina has a 340, 000 square metres water basin with a water depth of 8 m. Marina d’Arechi is suitable to accommodate as many as 1, 000 boats and yachts. The length of the latter can be as long as 123 m.

Port of Agropoli

The Port of Agropoli is located in the vicinity of Naples and Salerno. It accommodates most private boats and yachts. The port is dotted with some fine bars and restaurants and great hotels. Near the port, there’s also a huge parking area. Agropoli sailing, Agropoli yacht charter

Main attractions of Amalfi Coast

Amalfi town’s most famous hiking trail, the so-called ‘Gods’ Pathway’ is definitely worth a visit. If you’d like to wander in nature, you ought to walk through this beautiful trail. Not only will you be spoilt with an awe-inspiring panorama, but you can also wonder at the highly popular island of Capri. You can complete the trail in about 2-3 hours. Another very popular town of the coastline is Ravello, otherwise called the ‘City of Music’. Since 1932, Ravello is home to the world-renowned Wagner Festival, in honour of the famous composer, Richard Wagner, who used to compose in this little, southern Italian town.

Gastronomy in Amalfi Coast

The coastline’s cuisine boasts a variety of fish meals. When visiting the area, make sure you try one of the many traditional dishes. The speciality of the area is the spaghetti alle vongole– spaghetti with clams. Another famous one to sample is the deep sea tuna, which is best prepared in the fishing village of Cetara, where the locals also organise an annual Tuna Festival. The different kinds of cheese of the Amalfi Coast are also definitely worth to be tasted. You can enjoy such special ones as the fresh ricotta, the mozzarella di bufala, the provolone, the fior di latte or the caciocavallo. Their traditional drink, limoncello is a very tasty Italian lemon liquor. Limoncello is drank chilled in ice, usually after meals. If you are craving desserts, the so-called ‘Torta al Limone is a perfect choice. The fluffy lemon sponge has featherlight lemon glazing.

Beaches of Amalfi Coast

The coastline boasts beaches lined with crystal clear waters. The beaches range from popular, busy ones to the more secluded, quieter stretches of coast.

Marina Grande

The most famous of Amalfi town, Marina Grande is the most beloved beach amongst tourists. The pebbly beach stretches wide and there are colourful parasols and sun lounges to ensure the highest level of comfort for visitors seeking to relax. The beach tends to be the most crowded from June to September, so if you are after some peace and tranquillity, try to avoid these months. However, if the wind blows you here, don’t miss trying some of the traditional, homemade cakes in one of Amalfi’s cosy cafes and make sure to order a creamy espresso macchiato too.

Spiaggia Grande

Positano is halfway between Sorrento and Amalfi. Its most beloved beach is Spiaggia Grande. It’s a black sandy beach, where apart from sunbathing, you can also try different water sports. There are sun lounges, showers to grant your comfort. The beach also offers a vast variety of food and beverages.

Conca dei Marini

Do you prefer serenity? Conca dei Marini beach is a perfect choice then. Here you can also visit one of the most unique sights of the coastline–Grotta dello Smeraldo, the Emerald Cave. This natural wonder takes its name from the enchanting emerald colour the sunlight tints the inside of the cave and its water. The cave is accessible by boat, stairs or lift.

Praiano

The gorgeous pebbly beach of Marina di Praia is nestled between two cliffs by Torre a Mare, which is an ancient Saracen tower. Spend the day soaking in the sun on the beach and visit one of the atmospheric restaurants of the village in the evening. If you are after some fun and entertainment, Praiano’s club, the Africana is one of the most famous nightclubs on the Amalfi Coast. Owing to its favourable location, the area is also an ideal base for day-trips. You can explore some of the nearby villages as well as other fascinating spots along the coastline.

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The Amalfi Coast has a typical Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers. Most of the precipitation falls between November and December and March and April. The best time to visit the coastline is from April to June, thus you can avoid the overwhelming crowds of tourists in July and August. The area has favourable wind conditions and microclimate, which means that it’s not surprising at all to have the rain pouring down in one second followed by bright sunlight in the next.

The climate diagrams are based on 30 years of hourly weather model simulations. They give good indications of typical climate patterns and expected conditions (temperature, precipitation, sunshine, and wind). The “mean daily maximum” (solid red line) shows the maximum temperature of an average day for every month for Amalfi coast. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.

The wind rose for Amalfi coast shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Amalfi coast shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.

Day 1. Agropoli – Santa Maria di Castellabate 12.16 km (7.55 nm), Day 2. Santa Maria di Castellabate – Salerno 47.55 km (29.55 nm), Day 3. Salerno – Maiori – Minori 13.62 km (8.46 nm), Day 4. Minori – Amalfi – Conca dei Marini 5.74 km (3.56 nm), Day 5. Conca dei Marini – Sorrento 33.38 km (20.74 nm), Day 6. Sorrento – Naples 32.65 km (20.29 nm), Day 7. Naples – Marina grande (Capri) – Agropoli 99.33 km (61.72 nm)More Agropoli itinerariesDay 1. Salerno – Cetara 5.12 km (3.18 nm), Day 2. Cetara – Agropoli 43.98 km (27.33 nm), Day 3. Agropoli – Acciaroli 28.46 km (17.69 nm), Day 4. Acciaroli – Marina di Casalvelino 8.77 km (5.45 nm), Day 5. Marina di Casalvelino – Palinuro 21.51 km (13.36 nm), Day 6. Palinuro – Marina di Camerota 12.13 km (7.54 nm), Day 7. Marina di Camerota – San Marco – Salerno 102.38 km (63.62 nm)
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