Do I need a boating licence to rent a dinghy in Palau?

No. Our self-drive dinghies start at 5.70m with a 40hp engine, which stays within the limits that don't require a licence in Italy. We give you a full briefing before you leave, so even first-timers can drive with confidence.

Where can I go with the boat from Palau?

Most guests spend the day in the La Maddalena archipelago — La Maddalena, Caprera, Santo Stefano, Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria and Razzoli — all within easy reach of Palau. Longer excursions cross toward the Lavezzi islands and southern Corsica.

What's the difference between renting with and without a skipper?

Without a skipper you drive the boat yourself and plan your own day. With a skipper, a local captain takes the helm, chooses the best route for the conditions, and finds the quietest coves — ideal if you'd rather just relax and swim.

How do I book a boat or excursion?

The fastest way is WhatsApp or a call. Send us your dates, group size and whether you'd like a self-drive dinghy, a boat with a skipper, or a daily excursion, and we'll confirm availability and the best option for you.

What is included when I rent a boat?

Rentals include the safety equipment required on board, a pre-departure briefing on the boat and the area, and guidance on fuel and the best anchorages. Fuel is charged on use. Excursions include the skipper and swim stops.

Is there parking and where do I meet you in Palau?

We're based at Via Fonte Vecchia, 14, 07020 Palau SS, a short walk from the waterfront. Send us a WhatsApp or give us a call when you book and we'll share the exact meeting point and parking information for the day of your rental or excursion.

Boat Rental Palau

Via Fonte Vecchia, 14, Palau

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A dinghy and motorboat anchored in the turquoise water of the La Maddalena archipelago near Palau, Sardinia

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Boat Rental Palau

Dinghy Hire & La Maddalena Excursions

Rent a dinghy with no licence needed, hire a boat with a skipper, or join a daily excursion to the islands. A modern fleet and 20 years on the water in Sardinia.

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No Licence Needed

Modern Fleet

20 Years Experience

5-Star Rated

Boat Rental Palau

Via Fonte Vecchia, 14, 07020 Palau SS, Italy

Boat Rentals & Excursions

Rent a dinghy and drive yourself, hire a boat with a skipper, or join a daily excursion to the La Maddalena archipelago and beyond.

PopularFull day

Boat Rental Without Skipper

€250from / day

Drive yourself across the archipelago. Our dinghies range from 5.5m to 6m, so no boating licence is required. A quick briefing, your safety kit, fuel guidance and you're free to find your own cove.

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Full day

Boat Rental With Skipper

€140per person

Prefer to sit back and enjoy the ride? A local skipper takes the helm — including our 9m “Lady Vision” gozzo with a glass-bottom hull to see the seabed — knows every hidden beach and current, and tailors the route to your group while you swim, snorkel and relax. All-inclusive, max 10 guests.

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La Maddalena Archipelago Excursion

€140per person

A full day among the seven islands of the La Maddalena National Park: the pink-tinged sand of Budelli, the turquoise lagoons of Spargi, Santa Maria and Razzoli. Swim stops, anchoring in sheltered bays and time on shore.

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Day trip

Corsica & Lavezzi Excursion

€150per person

Cross the Strait of Bonifacio to the Lavezzi islands and the white cliffs of southern Corsica. Crystal-clear water, granite islets and one of the most spectacular crossings in the Mediterranean.

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Half or full day

Dinghy & Boat Fleet

€300from / day

Around 18 dinghies plus larger boats, all regularly serviced and ready to go. From compact licence-free dinghies for couples to larger boats for families and groups — we match the boat to your plan.

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Mooring & Winter Storage

On requeston request

Own a boat? We offer mooring through the season and dry storage over winter in Palau, with launch, haul-out and basic maintenance handled by our team. Ask us for a tailored quote.

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How It Works

On the water in 3 simple steps

Choose Your Boat

Decide between a self-drive dinghy (no licence needed), a boat with a skipper, or a daily excursion to the islands. Give us a call and we'll help you choose.

Message Us on WhatsApp

Send your dates, group size and plans via WhatsApp. We confirm availability and the best option in minutes.

Set Sail from Palau

Meet us by the waterfront for your briefing, hop aboard, and head out into the turquoise water of the archipelago.

A fleet of inflatable dinghies moored at a pier in Palau, ready to rent

Your Day on the Water Starts in Palau

Palau sits at the gateway to one of the most beautiful stretches of sea in the Mediterranean — the La Maddalena National Park, with its pink-tinged beaches, granite islands and water so clear you can see the seabed from the boat.

With around 18 dinghies and a 10m boat, all kept in top condition, and two decades of experience guiding visitors through these waters, we make it easy to explore at your own pace or with a local skipper who knows every cove.

Self-drive dinghies from 5.70m / 40hp — no licence required
Rentals with an experienced local skipper
Daily excursions to La Maddalena and Corsica
Mooring and winter storage for boat owners

Where We Sail

From our base in Palau, the whole La Maddalena archipelago is within easy reach — and the longer excursions cross toward the Lavezzi islands and southern Corsica.

Palau coastline

La Maddalena archipelago

Home base

Long excursion (Lavezzi)

Boundaries: OpenStreetMap (admin_level=8)

Home base

La Maddalena

Caprera (Garibaldi)

Budelli / Pink Beach

Lavezzi (Corsica)

All the places we sail to

PalauLa MaddalenaCapreraSanto StefanoSpargiBudelliSanta MariaRazzoliPorto RafaelCala CapraCosta SmeraldaLavezzi (Corsica)

What Our Guests Say

Real reviews from visitors who explored the archipelago with us

“Rented a dinghy for the day with no licence and it was the highlight of our trip. Clear instructions, spotless boat, and we had the whole La Maddalena coastline to explore at our own pace.”

James W.

London, UK

“The archipelago excursion was unforgettable. Budelli's pink beach, swimming in water you can see straight to the bottom of, and a skipper who clearly loves these islands. Highly recommend.”

Sophie M.

Lyon, France

“We booked the boat with a skipper for a family day out. He found quiet coves away from the crowds and was great with the kids. Booking by WhatsApp was instant and easy.”

Marco B.

Milan, Italy

“The crossing to the Lavezzi islands was stunning. Calm, professional, and the water around Corsica is unreal. Worth every minute of the trip from Palau.”

Anna K.

Munich, Germany

“Great value and a really friendly team. The dinghy was easy to handle even for a first-timer and they walked us through the whole route before we set off.”

David R.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

“Twenty years of experience really shows. They know exactly where to anchor for the calmest swimming and the best views. A perfect day on the water out of Palau.”

Elena P.

Rome, Italy

Our Prices

Seasonal daily rates by boat size. Fuel is charged on use — message us for the exact quote for your day.

Boat / experience	July	August
Dinghy 5.5 m	€250	€350
Dinghy 6 m	€300	€400
9 m “Lady Vision” gozzo · glass-bottom hull to see the seabed (all-inclusive, per person · max 10)	€140	€160
Fishing tourism on a 16 m fishing boat (all-inclusive, per person · max 12)	€150	€160

Dinghies: price per day in euros. “Lady Vision” and fishing tourism: price per person, all-inclusive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Explore the Archipelago?

Send us a WhatsApp message and we'll find the perfect boat for your day on the water.

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