TRANSFER
40 minutes by road
A road transfer connects the airport with La Cala boarding in 40 minutes.
Departure Port
Plan a Palermo Yacht Charter from La Cala
Start your private crewed yacht charter from Palermo, Italy. Compare live yacht availability, review departure options, and plan a tailored sailing route with YachtCloud.
Port
Palermo
Country
Italy
Fleet
19 yachts
Guests
6-12 guests
Cabins
3-6 cabins
Yacht Types
Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer
Why start your yacht charter from Palermo?
A Palermo yacht charter begins at La Cala, where water and power reach every berth. Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) is 40 minutes by road from boarding. A reception office, fuel supply and nearby supermarkets help organise the first moments aboard.
From this harbour, the Western Sicily round trip brings Mondello Bay, Ustica, Trapani, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo and Castellammare del Golfo into one 7-night plan. The Palermo to the Aeolian Islands route follows Alicudi, Filicudi, Salina, Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea and Stromboli.
Explore the Italy charter guide for wider planning, then return to La Cala for Palermo-specific boarding, marina details and routes across Western Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Read the Italy yacht charter guide.
Port planning snapshot
MARINA
Up to 370 berths
La Cala has water and power at every berth, alongside fuel supply and a reception office.
FLEET
19 yachts
The Palermo fleet spans Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht charter choices.
ROUTE
7-night round trip
The Western Sicily route returns to Palermo via named anchorages, berthing and harbour stops.
Other departure ports in Italy
Departure Base
Naples
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Sardinia
Sardinia combines turquoise waters, rugged coastline and hidden coves for adventure and relaxation in equal measure.
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Sicily
Sicily brings diverse ports, secluded bays, fishing villages and the Aeolian Islands into a yacht charter journey.
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Capo D'Orlando
Capo D'Orlando is another embarkation option for charters in Italy.
View Capo D'OrlandoGetting to Palermo
Board at La Cala after 40 minutes by road from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO). The marina combines a reception office, fuel supply, water and power at every berth, plus supermarkets within walking distance.
40 minutes by road
La Cala: up to 370 berths
Water at every berth
Power pedestals at every berth
Fuel supply
Supermarkets within walking distance
Sample itinerary ideas
Use these as a starting point when planning from Palermo. We can tailor the route to your pace, guest mix, and preferred balance of cruising, swimming, and time ashore.
7 nights
Western Sicily Circuit
Leave Palermo for Mondello Bay, Ustica, Trapani, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo and Castellammare del Golfo, then return to Palermo on this 7-night Western Sicily round-trip itinerary.
Aeolian Island Passage
This route travels from Palermo through Alicudi, Filicudi, Salina, Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea and Stromboli, with Palermo or Naples as the recorded finishing point for this passage.
Syracuse Passage
This itinerary connects Palermo with Mondello, Cefalù, Capo d’Orlando, Taormina and Catania, before continuing to Syracuse and Marzamemi through its named stops on the route.
Best routes from Palermo
Routes from Palermo can be shaped around short escapes, classic week charters, or longer one-way itineraries depending on yacht availability and your preferred cruising rhythm.
Western Sicily — Palermo Round-Trip
7 nightsThis 7-night circuit departs Palermo, calls at Mondello Bay, Ustica, Trapani, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo and Castellammare del Golfo, then returns to Palermo.
Best for: A full Western Sicily circuit
Palermo to the Aeolian Islands
Departing Palermo, this route moves through Alicudi, Filicudi, Salina, Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea and Stromboli, with Palermo or Naples recorded as the return point for this itinerary.
Best for: Island-focused route planning with flexible finish
Palermo to Syracuse
The route leaves Palermo via Mondello, Cefalù, Capo d’Orlando, Taormina and Catania, then continues to Syracuse and Marzamemi as its named destinations on this passage.
Best for: Stops extending to Syracuse and Marzamemi
Explore routes from Palermo
From Palermo, charters explore the Amalfi Coast — Naples, Sorrento, Capri, Positano, Amalfi and more. Use the map to explore route ideas and charter stops.
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Naples
The buzzing gateway to the coast — pizza, palazzi and a quick run out to Capri and the Sorrentine peninsula.
Best for: Charter starts, city and culture, easy flights.
Explore NaplesRoutes from Palermo link Western Sicily, the Aeolian Islands and Syracuse itineraries, with anchorages, harbours and berthing stops identified across the map.
Popular stops and cruising ideas
Mondello Bay
Mondello Bay provides an anchorage for yachts departing Palermo, and it features on the Western Sicily round-trip route from La Cala.
Cala Santa Maria, Ustica
Cala Santa Maria, Ustica offers an anchorage. From Mondello, the journey takes about 5 hours by sailing catamaran or 3 hours by motor yacht.
Trapani waterfront
Trapani waterfront provides berthing for yachts on the Western Sicily round-trip route, adding a berthing stop among the named anchorages.
Cala Rossa, Favignana
Cala Rossa, Favignana is an anchorage included on the Western Sicily round-trip route, giving Favignana a designated anchorage within this itinerary.
Cala Dogana, Levanzo
Cala Dogana, Levanzo has a small harbour and features on the Western Sicily round-trip route alongside Cala Minnola.
Cala Minnola, Levanzo
Cala Minnola, Levanzo is an anchorage on the Western Sicily round-trip route, paired with Cala Dogana as another Levanzo stop.
Stops and itinerary planning FAQ
Where can you sail from Palermo?
You can sail towards Western Sicily, the Aeolian Islands or Syracuse from Palermo. Named stops include Mondello Bay, Ustica, Trapani, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo, Alicudi, Filicudi, Salina, Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea, Stromboli, Cefalù, Capo d’Orlando, Taormina, Catania and Marzamemi.
How many nights does the round-trip need?
The Western Sicily round-trip needs 7 nights. Its plan starts and ends in Palermo, visiting Mondello Bay, Ustica, Trapani, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo and Castellammare del Golfo as named stops on this route.
Do routes return to Palermo or elsewhere?
Both return and alternative finishes are included. The Western Sicily round-trip ends in Palermo, while the Aeolian Islands route names Palermo or Naples, and Palermo to Syracuse continues through Syracuse and Marzamemi as named route points.
Palermo yacht charter costs
Choice of Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer or Motor Yacht shapes the indicative weekly pricing. Budgeting should also account for Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), fuel, food and beverages, port and mooring fees, communications, VAT / taxes and crew gratuities within the charter plan.
| Yacht Type | Indicative Price |
|---|---|
| Catamaran | €8,400 to €33,250 per week |
| Gulet | €13,500 to €22,810 per week |
| Motor Sailer | €16,000 to €189,000 per week |
| Motor Yacht | €12,600 to €39,000 per week |
Prices are indicative and may vary.
Best time to charter from Palermo
The charter season runs from May to October. Departure dates can be selected in May, June, July, August, September or October, aligning boarding plans with the preferred route and yacht type from La Cala for each charter.
| Month | Conditions |
|---|---|
| May | First listed charter season month |
| June | La Cala charter season month |
| July | Season month for La Cala departures |
| August | Included in La Cala charter season |
| September | Palermo charter season month |
| October | Final listed charter season month |
Who is Palermo best for?
Group Charters
Groups of 6-12 guests can select yachts with 3-6 cabins for a La Cala departure.
Airport Arrivals
Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) is 40 minutes by road from boarding.
Western Sicily Routes
The 7-night round-trip joins Mondello Bay, Ustica, Trapani, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo and Castellammare del Golfo.
Aeolian Islands
The island route includes Alicudi, Filicudi, Salina, Lipari, Vulcano, Panarea and Stromboli from Palermo.
Marina-Focused Guests
Water, power, fuel supply, a reception office and supermarkets support boarding at La Cala.
What's included in a Palermo charter?
Included
- Yacht and onboard equipment
- Professional crew
Usually Extra
- Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA)
- Fuel
- Food and beverages
- Port and mooring fees
- Communications
- VAT / taxes
- Crew gratuities
Palermo yacht charter FAQs
Costs, seasonality, routing, and planning from Palermo, answered in a quick format before you enquire.
What does a Palermo charter cost?
Indicative weekly pricing starts at €8,400 for a Catamaran and reaches €189,000 for a Motor Sailer. The range also includes Gulet and Motor Yacht options, with separate weekly pricing bands for each yacht type.
When is the best time to charter?
The charter season runs from May to October. Departure dates can be selected in May, June, July, August, September or October, aligning boarding plans with the preferred route and yacht type from La Cala for each charter.
How do guests reach boarding in Palermo?
Guests can reach boarding from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) in 40 minutes by road. La Cala has a reception office, while water and power are available at every berth at the marina for charter guests.
How long is a Palermo round trip?
The Western Sicily round-trip is set at 7 nights. It calls at Mondello Bay, Ustica, Trapani, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo and Castellammare del Golfo before returning to Palermo as part of its circuit from La Cala.
What group size suits a Palermo charter?
The fleet accommodates 6-12 guests in 3-6 cabins. Palermo has 19 yachts across Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht choices, allowing selection around group and cabin requirements for each charter before departure.
What is included in a Palermo charter?
The charter includes the yacht and onboard equipment plus a professional crew. Extra costs include Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), fuel, food and beverages, port and mooring fees, communications, VAT / taxes and crew gratuities for planning the charter budget.
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