Dufour 48 catamaran: sailing cruises in the Maddalena archipelago
Welcome aboard our Dufour 48 catamaran. If you love comfort and convenience, this is the boat for you!
A loft by the sea. Here is the most fitting description for this beautiful catamaran. The Dufour 48, the progenitor of the catamarans created by the legendary Dufour shipyard, is comfortable, spacious, and bright like a luxury apartment by the sea. Designed to offer the maximum in terms of safety and comfort, Dufour catamarans are ideal for sharing life experiences on the sea, while at the same time leaving everyone the right level of privacy and freedom.
This summer it will set sail from the Olbia base for weekly cruises in Northern Sardinia, the Maddalena archipelago, and Southern Corsica. Skipper and Hostess, professional and welcoming, have profound knowledge of the navigation area and will accompany you to discover this Italian paradise, where every cove always seems to be the most beautiful in the world.
Architect: Felci Yachts Design - 2018
Overall length 14.70 m - Fuel tank 900 L - Water tank 700 L - Engine 2 x 60 hp/hp - Sail surface 124 m2 - Mainsail 76m2
Indicative travel program
SATURDAY
Boarding at the port of OLBIA - MARINA MOYS
Starting from 6pm and accommodation on board in comfortable double cabins.
SUNDAY
After having done the food and briefing, we set sail for a sail to the island of Caprera, for the first swim of the week in the clear waters of Cala Napoletana or Cala Coticcio. From here, after lunch and a regenerating relaxation break, we set off again towards the island of La Maddalena, where we can spend the night well protected from the sea and the wind in one of its enchanting bays.
MONDAY'
Unforgettable baths on Cavallo Island
After a relaxing breakfast, with a short navigation through the Strait of Bonifacio towards Corsica, you reach the island of Cavallo, to admire its beauty and take unforgettable swims in a unique naturalistic context. In the afternoon, head towards Rondinara or Santa Manza (Southern Corsica) for a night at anchor a few tens of meters from the beach.
TUESDAY
Excursion in the Lavezzi natural park
Relaxing morning in this paradise, diving into the crystal clear sea or lazily lying in the sun. Then, after a peaceful lunch on board, in the early afternoon we go ashore with the tender to explore this island, part of the protected natural park of the Strait of Bonifacio.
Towards the evening, head for the port of Bonifacio, with its suggestive fjord which also extends between very high cliffs of dazzling white. A visit to the village, climbing through the characteristic alleys up to the medieval citadel on the cliff, from where a breathtaking view opens up over the coast and the quiet and enchanting beaches, such as that of Piccolo Sperone, Palombaggia and Santa Giulia. Night in the Bonifacio marina.
WEDNESDAY'
Straits of Bonifacio
In the morning, sailing between the Bocche, we return to Lavezzi for a swim in another of its spectacular bays. If weather conditions permit, in the afternoon you can reach the Piantarella beach on the Piana island to spend the night.
THURSDAY'
Return to the islands – La Maddalena and Spargi
With a nice sail, you return to the Park, stopping in Spargi in its splendid Cala Corsara. Then, night at anchor in Razzoli or Budelli.
FRIDAY'
Bath in Budelli and conclusion
Morning dedicated to swimming and relaxing in the harbor of Budelli, Santa Maria or Spargi. After lunch on board, head towards Olbia for another stop at anchor in Tavolara, to take the last dives before concluding the cruise.
SATURDAY
Disembarkation must take place by 09:00.
N.B. The itinerary is indicative and non-binding and may be modified by the skipper based on weather and sea conditions or for reasons of force majeure, particularly if relating to the safety of guests and the vessel.
In the middle of the western Mediterranean, where Corsica and Sardinia reflect on one of the most seductive stretches of sea in the world, the Maddalena Archipelago emerges in all its beauty. A cruise aboard a luxury catamaran, among the islands and the most evocative views of this Italian paradise, will be one of the most intense travel experiences of your 2024 summer.