Frequently Asked Questions

The price covers the boat, skipper, safety equipment, snorkelling gear, towels, Bluetooth audio, and fresh water. Fuel, food, and drinks are extra.

Our charter price includes the boat, a professional skipper, all safety equipment, snorkelling gear, towels, a Bluetooth sound system, and fresh water on board. Fuel, food, and drinks are not included — this is standard practice across the Mediterranean charter industry and allows you to customise your experience. You can bring your own provisions or arrange catering through us.

No licence is required. All MareFun charters include a professional skipper.

No. All MareFun charters come with an experienced skipper who handles navigation and safety, so no licence is required on your part. Simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. Our skippers are fully certified and know the Sardinian coastline intimately.

Book 2–4 weeks ahead in peak season (June–September). Shoulder season is more flexible.

We recommend booking at least two to four weeks ahead during peak season (June through September). Shoulder-season availability is more flexible, but popular boats like the VanDutch 55 fill up quickly regardless of the time of year. Early booking also gives you the widest choice of dates and vessels.

Full refund if cancelled 7+ days before. 50% refund at 3–7 days. Non-refundable within 72 hours. Bad weather = free reschedule.

Cancellations made more than 7 days before the charter date receive a full refund. Between 3 and 7 days, a 50% refund applies. Cancellations within 72 hours are non-refundable. In the event of dangerous weather conditions, we will reschedule your charter at no additional cost.

If conditions are unsafe, MareFun will reschedule your charter for free. You'll be contacted the evening before if the forecast is poor.

Safety always comes first. If our skipper determines that sea conditions are unsuitable, we will offer you an alternative date at no extra charge. We monitor marine forecasts closely and will contact you the evening before your charter if conditions look unfavourable.

A standard full-day charter is ~8 hours (9:30 AM – 5:30 PM). Half-day (4 hours) and sunset cruises are also available.

Our standard charter runs for a full day — approximately 8 hours, typically from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Half-day charters (4 hours) are also available on select boats. Custom durations, including sunset cruises, can be arranged upon request.

Capacity varies by boat: 6 (Saxdor 320 GTO) up to 10 (VanDutch 55). Each boat page lists the exact limit.

Guest capacity varies by boat, ranging from 6 on the Saxdor 320 GTO up to 10 on the VanDutch 55. Each vessel page on our site lists its exact maximum capacity. For safety and comfort, we never exceed the certified limit.

All charters depart from Golfo Aranci marina, northeast Sardinia — about 20 minutes from Olbia airport.

All MareFun charters depart from our base at the marina in Golfo Aranci, on the northeast coast of Sardinia. Golfo Aranci is roughly 20 minutes from Olbia airport and easily accessible from the Costa Smeralda.

Yes — the day is entirely yours. Your skipper will suggest popular spots (Tavolara, La Maddalena, Costa Smeralda) but you decide the route.

Absolutely. While our skippers know the best spots and can suggest popular routes — such as Tavolara, La Maddalena, or the Costa Smeralda — the day is entirely yours. We will tailor the route to your preferences, whether that means secluded coves, beach clubs, or open-water cruising.

No catering is included by default, but MareFun can arrange premium provisioning (platters, full lunches). You may also bring your own.

We do not provide catering as standard, but we can arrange a premium provisioning service for you — from aperitivo platters to full Italian lunches. Just let us know at the time of booking. You are also welcome to bring your own food and beverages.

Yes — children of all ages are welcome. Child-size life jackets are provided. The Brig Eagle 10 and Saxdor 320 GTO are great for families.

Yes, children of all ages are welcome. We carry child-size life jackets and our skippers are experienced with families. We recommend the Brig Eagle 10 or Saxdor 320 GTO for families with young children, as they offer easy boarding and spacious deck layouts.

Fuel varies by boat and route. A day trip to Tavolara costs roughly €90–€260 depending on the vessel. See the Fuel & Routes page for estimates.

Fuel consumption varies by boat and itinerary. As a rough guide, a day trip to Tavolara and Molara costs between €90 and €260 in fuel depending on the vessel. Visit our Fuel & Routes page for detailed cost estimates for every boat and itinerary combination.

Every boat carries life jackets, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, VHF radio, GPS, flares, and EPIRB beacon. The fleet is inspected annually.

Every MareFun vessel carries life jackets for all passengers, a first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, VHF radio, GPS navigation, emergency flares, and an EPIRB distress beacon. Our fleet is inspected annually and complies with all Italian maritime safety regulations.

Yes — snorkelling masks, fins, and noodles are included on every charter. Your skipper anchors in the best swim spots.

Of course — it is one of the highlights. Sardinia's waters are among the clearest in the Mediterranean. We provide snorkelling masks, fins, and noodles on every charter. Your skipper will anchor in the best spots for swimming, often in coves only accessible by boat.

Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and soft-soled shoes. Towels are provided. Use a soft bag instead of a hard suitcase.

We suggest sunscreen (reef-safe if possible), a hat, sunglasses, a light cover-up, and soft-soled shoes or bare feet on deck. Towels are provided. If you plan to bring luggage, a soft bag works better than a hard suitcase on a boat.

Bank transfer, credit card, or digital payment. A 30% deposit secures the booking; the balance is due 48 hours before. Fuel is paid at the marina.

We accept bank transfer, credit card, and major digital payment methods. A 30% deposit secures your booking, with the remaining balance due 48 hours before the charter date. Fuel is settled directly at the marina fuel dock at the end of your trip.

Our boats are day-charter vessels (no overnight cabins), but consecutive-day bookings are available so you can explore a different area each day.

While our fleet is optimised for day charters (our boats are not equipped with overnight sleeping cabins), we can arrange consecutive-day bookings so you can explore a different part of the coast each day. Contact us to discuss a multi-day itinerary.

Yes — every boat has a bimini or hard-top. The VanDutch 55 and SACS Strider 15 have the largest covered zones.

Yes. All our boats feature a bimini top or hard-top providing generous shaded areas. The VanDutch 55 and SACS Strider 15 have particularly large covered zones, making them ideal for guests who prefer to stay out of direct sun.

Yes — birthdays, proposals, anniversaries, and corporate events. MareFun can coordinate caterers, photographers, and musicians.

We do. Birthdays, proposals, anniversaries, and corporate events are some of our most popular special charters. We can coordinate with local caterers, photographers, and musicians to create an unforgettable experience on the water. Contact us to start planning your event.

MareFun is part of the Rental12 Ecosystem — meaning higher fleet standards, transparent pricing, professional skippers, and a seamless digital booking experience.

MareFun is part of the Rental12 Ecosystem — a network of premium rental businesses across Italy. That means a higher standard of fleet maintenance, transparent pricing, professional skippers, and a seamless digital booking experience. We treat every charter as a bespoke experience, not a bus tour. Learn more about MareFun.