Rent a boat Elba

Can you rent a yacht in Elba- do I need a license? The requirements.

Small boats (under a certain horsepower or length), electric boats, crewed yacht charters and 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 Elba, 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 Italy, one of the following qualifications is necessary: • ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International, with 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 boat with a skipper

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Late May and early October are considered the best times to visit – weather and winds are forecast to be at their best. Elba’s stunning harbours and beaches are a special experience, but during the summer peak season, popular spots can get crowded – it’s worth considering the off-season. June and September are a golden mean – the weather is nice but the crowds aren’t overwhelming.
Spring (March – May):
In spring, you can feel the harbours come back to life. The temperatures are still pleasant (15–22°C) and the winds are just right for a little coastal rocking. Of course, the sea isn’t inviting for a splash yet, but the sun is already on your face. And the best part: there are hardly any people around.
Summer (June – August):
This is the real high season. It’s warm, the sun is shining, and the water is inviting like a Mediterranean spa. Temperatures range from 25–32°C, and the Maestrale wind typically hits in the afternoons during the summer months, making it easier for many sailors to plan. However, you should also expect variable weather conditions.
Autumn (September–November):
If you ask me, autumn is the best time to be around Elba. The water is still pleasantly warm, but the tourists are flying home nicely. The air is around 18–26°C, and the winds are ideal. Everything is ideal until October, but by November you can already see some rain or sudden gusts of wind, so you should pay attention to the forecasts.
Winter (December–February):
You can also try it in winter, but this is for advanced sailors. The air is cool (10–15°C) and the sea is unpredictable. Libeccio and Ponente often test both sailors and ships. If you do go in winter, don’t expect open restaurants and tourist programs — but if that’s what you need, then winter on Elba will be your world.

Day 1. Portoferraio – Marina di Campo 41 km (22 nm), Day 2. Marina di Campo – Porto Azzurro 24 km (13 nm), Day 3. Porto Azzurro – Punta Ala 30 km (16 nm), Day 4. Punta Ala – Puntone di Scarlino 11 km (6 nm), Day 5. Puntone di Scarlino – Piombino 20 km (11 nm), Day 6. Piombino – Cavo 15 km (8 nm), Day 7. Cavo – Portoferraio – Portoferraio 13 km (7 nm)