boat hire in Lipari · Lagoon 380 — Miragua (2012)

Description of Carlo's catamaran
Lagoon 380 - Miragua | 12 People
Set sail aboard this splendid catamaran to discover from another perspective some of the most beautiful and exclusive locations in Sicily, the volcanic archipelago of the Aeolian Islands! The catamaran is a special boat, an amplifier of emotions, those who embark on this boat want to return ... the Aeolian Islands are seven special islands .. volcanic and each different from the other, fascinating with their colors of sulfur and lava stone, pumice stone and obsidian .. the skipper is a lover and expert of these places who will show you in pills the pearls of this archipelago with its spectacular treasures and breathtaking nature. The Lagoon 380 is the best-selling catamaran in the world for its rounded lines and great performance in sailing, it can easily accommodate up to 12 passengers for day trips, while it offers 8 comfortable beds in 4 spacious double Nautalins as well as an additional guest (also a hostess) in one of the two single Nautalins (the other is for the skipper). The catamaran was completely renovated in 2022 while the engines and sail drives were replaced in November 2023 reaching a power of 72 HP, which allows it to reach a cruising speed of over 8 knots and consume only 3 liters of diesel for every hour of navigation. It has 100 square meters of floor space, two comfortable bathrooms, one for each hull, three showers (one of which is external) a transformable wooden dinette and a wonderfully equipped kitchen as well as a barbecue outside and one also for the inside. It is also equipped with every comfort, and you can find on board a very fast tender for ten people in neoprene and aluminum with 15 horsepower, a very comfortable net between the hulls, a kayak, a stand up paddle, dinghies, mattresses, hammocks and snorkeling equipment, fishing equipment and an electric scooter, and even a scuba tank for diving. The catamaran is a boat appreciated also for its stability, spaciousness and safety (two independent and separately functioning motor propulsion elements in addition to those of the sails). It is equipped with a battened mainsail, furling jib and gennaker for downwinds. You will enter the hidden and precious coves of this archipelago ... in Lipari to the beach of the stacks and the natural arch, to the pumice descents and the salt pans of White beach, in Panarea in the wonderful Cala Junco where you will encounter the remains of a civilization of the 14th century BC. - Bronze Age, perfectly preserved, and Baia Milazzese, and the little islands where you can have an aperitif and enjoy wonderful sunsets such as Lisca Bianca and Lisca Nera, Dattilo and Basiluzzo surrounded by Formiche the emerging rocks, Stromboli, “Iddu”, so called by the islanders, with the sciara del fuoco, Strombolicchio and the splendid and uncontaminated Ginostra, Salina with Lingua and its exquisite granitas and Alfredo's pane cunzato, Malfa, Santa Marina and Pollara ... on whose beach they shot a film with Massimo Troisi, Filicudi, the island of lobsters, with its Canna rock of volcanic nature and the natural arch where you can taste Sicilian culinary specialties in street food, Vulcano with its mud and the beach of Gelsi and the pools of Venus and Alicudi the magical and uncontaminated rock inhabited by fishermen and donkeys. It will be an unforgettable holiday full of emotions (highly not recommended for the faint of heart) ;D Captain Carlo ... who in his free time, in the winter, plays at being an accountant, has over thirty years of experience at sea with his 52 years of age, and can repair any breakdown on his boat. A person of pleasant company, multifaceted and capable of involving every member of his crew, proving to be a good catalyst for the boat. Hospitality on board is guaranteed! Do not hesitate to contact me if you would like more information. What can I say .... we are waiting for you to spend many fun moments together to savor a mix of smells, flavors and postcard images among the waves of the Aeolian Islands, pampered by the wonderful Sicilian cuisine washed down with its splendid wines. An unforgettable holiday not to be missed between geysers and volcanoes!!! I'll be waiting for you on Nautal! Carlo
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Overall rating
We had a nice time traveling around the Aeolian islands in Carlo's boat, which he captained. The trip would have been better if there was clearer upfront communication about the trip itinerary and the expectations to feed the captain, so that we could have better prepared for the trip (and purchased additional supplies). Instead we ended up needing to take the captain out to dinner nearly every night. While we enjoyed Carlo's company, we would have preferred more to have dined just our family. The one night we did was our best. Also, while Carlo said he loved to sail and we would at any chance we could get, we never actually sailed in the catamaran (at most the jib was unfurled, which is a sad version of "sailing"). This was pretty disappointing as there were multiple occasions in which we could have. Otherwise, Carlo was very congenial and good company and we very much loved the boating adventure.
Our tour of the Aeolian islands exceeded our expectations. The islands are beautiful, dramatic and loaded with history which captain and boat owner Carlo explained passionately at length. Many beautiful bays to overnight in( and save the €100-190 mooring fee). Salina was our favourite island because its restaurant strip was accessible on foot. The Lagoon 380 is quite old but mostly well maintained however the oven didn’t work during our trip. There are only 2 small bathrooms but the boat was comfortable for our group of 4.
Carlo was an incredible host and skipper. We enjoyed every single moment on his catamaran. He's also an exceptional Italian cook!
Carlo is a fantastic skipper, very attentive and an expert in the area and technique. We highly recommend this experience to other families or groups of friends!
Unique experience not to be forgotten. The Aeolian Islands are even more beautiful if experienced by boat, the view, the sea and the sunset on the boat will remain forever remembered. Carlo is a true professional, he loves doing his job and is passionate about these lands, he knows the area very well and can advise very well on how to organize the day at sea. Highly recommended, I will definitely return!
Carlo is an exceptional skipper and excellent company. This is very important when sharing small spaces like a boat. His hostess prepared us delicious dishes based on typical products and she was also really kind and excellent company. The Aeolian Islands are magnificent and Carlo knows them very well. The boat is very comfortable and is equipped with all comforts, it also has very low consumption. Highly recommended for a boat holiday both for the comfort of the boat and for the friendliness of the crew. I hope to return as soon as possible :D

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Location of the catamaran: Milazzo O Lipari, Lipari