Location of Porto Rotondo
Can you rent a yacht in Porto Rotondo- 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 Porto Rotondo, 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
Yacht charter Porto Rotondo – the main ports
Poltu Quatu
Porto Rotondo’s port, which opened in 1987, is still very popular to this day. They have 305 berths for yachts as long as 8-35 metres. The depth of water is 3 metres around the entrance and 2 metres in the inner dock. Information about sailing in Porto Rotondo, or yacht charter in Porto Rotondo
Marina di Cannigione
The port can accept boats with a length of up to 25 metres with its 400 moorings. The maximum depth is 4.5 metres. They have drinking water, electricity, and laundry and they also provide boat maintenance. You can also explore a cosy bar and a restaurant nearby.
Porto di Santa Teresa Gallura
There are 700 permanent berths for boats with a maximum length of 45 metres. The sea bottom is 5 metres deep. The perfectly protected port offers great services, and there is a great bar and a restaurant nearby.
Porto Cervo Marina
This is one of the best equipped and most welcoming ports on the Adriatic Sea. There are 700 berths available, 100 of which are preserved for yachts passing through. Yachts with a length of up to 120 metres can be docked here. The depth of the water is 1, 7-7 metres. Every berth provides drinking water and electricity.
If you sail around Porto Rotondo, you must visit the other breathtaking holiday resort in the area either. The La Maddalena archipelago, Palau, Santa Teresa Gallura, Baja Sardinia and Porto Cervo offer the experiences of a lifetime to visitors. Find yacht routes in Costa Smeralda, or choose another boat rental in Costa Smeralda
More information about Porto Rotondo
The ideal time to sail in Porto Rotondo is typically from May to September, though each month offers unique advantages depending on the type of sailing experience you’re seeking.
- From May to June (late spring/early summer): Pleasant and warm, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 26°C. The sea begins to warm, skies clear, and daylight lasts longer. Winds are moderate (10-15 knots), mostly from the northwest (Mistral wind), offering ideal conditions for smooth sailing. Fewer tourists than in summer means ports and popular spots are less crowded.
- From July to August (summer peak): Hot and sunny, with average temperatures between 26°C and 32°C. Consistent sea breezes (10-20 knots) provide excellent sailing, though the Mistral can occasionally bring stronger gusts, particularly in the northwestern regions. This is the peak tourist season, and ports can be crowded, so it’s advisable to book in advance.
- September (late summer/early autumn): Still warm but more comfortable, with temperatures between 24°C and 28°C. The sea remains warm, and the weather is generally stable. Winds are moderate and steady (10-15 knots), perfect for relaxed sailing. The Mistral wind is less frequent, making for excellent sailing conditions with fewer tourists compared to the summer months. sailing in Sardinia in September
- April and October: Cooler, yet pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 22°C. The weather can be unpredictable, with occasional rain or strong winds. Winds vary from calm to stronger gusts, especially in April, and there’s a chance of Mistral winds. This period is recommended for more experienced sailors, as the island is quieter with few tourists.
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 Porto Rotondo. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.
The wind rose for Porto Rotondo shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Porto Rotondo shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.
