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For a powerboat of under 40 hp, you do not need a license or special permit to drive a boat in Italy. There are requirements for operating a sailboat on the sea if you're more than 6 miles from a shelter onshore. The ICC (International Certificate of Competence) for boating is accepted in Italy for boat operators.
Boat charters in Italy start at just $37/hour for a small deck boat charter. You can find luxury yachts for upwards of $400/hour, sailboats to rent or charter starting at $250/hour, and boat tours for less than $500/day.
You must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a boating license in Italy. You do not need a special license to operate a motorized boat under 40 hp, but completing a boating safety education course and boating lessons is advisable. You will need a boating license to sail more than 6 miles from shore and to operate a jet ski in Italy.
Some of the best boating destinations in Italy include Positano and Capri (visit the famous Blue Grotto on a boat tour) on the Amalfi Coast, Sicily (check out the beautiful seascapes of Catania or Palermo), or sail on Lake Garda for an unforgettable experience in Italy.
I must say that this rental experience was worth much more than the pricing. The yacht was exceptional and so was Leandro and Bianca. They ensured that we had a great time and gave us insight and history on all of the locations on our itinerary. We truly enjoyed every minute!
The experience was amazing. The boat was beautiful and the perfect way to see Capri and the Amalfi Coast from the water. The hospitality shown by Leonardo and Bianca was as good as it gets. This was our favorite experience and day that we spent on the coast. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience!!
Leo and Daniella were AMAZING! We had the time of our lives. They were knowledgeable of the area, friendly and extremely hospitable. Daniella took amazing pictures for us! We brought some meats and cheeses and they did a great job making us a beautiful lunch. Our glasses were never empty! It was our honeymoon and they surprised us with a bottle of beautiful champagne! We went swimming in the beautiful emerald sea and stopped in many beautiful caves. We enjoyed a fabulous sunset off the island of Capri! Leo was a superb captain! We would highly recommend them. Thank you so much Leo and Daniella! Cheers, Pete and Gina.
Leonardo and Daniella gave a rate A service. amazing vessel, Spectacular treatment. You will never forget the experience in your life. worth every penny. do yourself a favor and Book this boat. Forget about everything else on your itinerary. This is the must do! I'm from NYC. I have travel extensively and experienced many things. This is top 3!
Leonardo and the Gianetti are wonderful. The boat is beautiful and Leonardo was very attentive and helped us plan the perfect day right as we got on the boat. The boat has a great deck for lounging and also has great platform for getting in and out of the water. We loved the snorkels, fins and floats they had available. I hope to have the chance to visit Sorrento again and charter the Gianetti again.
We were a group of 9 adults and 7 children and we all had a fantastic time. The staff were amazing, patient, attentive and really very sweet with the kids. We stopped off twice on the trip for a swim and then had lunch which was exceptional. The boat itself was comfortable, stylish and there was plenty of space on board. I can’t fault the whole trip. It was all perfect!
Italy is a beautiful country and traveling here is best enjoyed on the water. From cruising around Positano and to the Blue Grotto on a private yacht tour, to gondola rides in Venice and boat tours in the Italian Riviera, there are endless opportunities to enjoy time on a boat. Charter a yacht in Italy or book a spot on a boat tour to Capri. Book a river cruise and enjoy a delicious meal of Italian food onboard a canal boat. Whatever your boating desires are, there is an amazing option on GetMyBoat to make your time in Italy unforgettable.
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