TRANSFER
5 minutes by road
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) sits 5 minutes by road from the departure point at Marina Genova.
Departure Port
Plan a Genoa Yacht Charter Departure
Start your private crewed yacht charter from Genoa, Italy. Compare live yacht availability, review departure options, and plan a tailored sailing route with YachtCloud.
Port
Genoa
Country
Italy
Fleet
8 yachts
Guests
6-12 guests
Cabins
3-7 cabins
Yacht Types
Gulet, Motor Sailer, Motor Yacht
Why start your yacht charter from Genoa?
Genoa yacht charter boarding combines a 5 minutes by road transfer from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) with Marina Genova’s mooring infrastructure. Marina Genova combines a 150 m fuel quay, berth-side bunkering and shore power for boarding before routes begin.
The departure base supports a varied fleet of Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options for 6-12 guests. Its route patterns range from a round trip through Portofino, Viareggio, Porto Venere and Cinque Terre to a 7-night circuit including San Fruttuoso, Palmaria and Lerici.
Place Genoa within broader <a href="/yacht-charter-italy">Italy yacht charter</a> planning. Return to this port page for Marina Genova details, boarding access and route-specific stops before choosing a yacht and season date. Read the Italy yacht charter guide.
Port planning snapshot
MOORINGS
Over 500 moorings
Marina Genova has over 500 moorings for yachts 8–130 m, with 24/7 mooring assistance.
FLEET
8 yachts
The local fleet spans Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht choices for groups of 6-12 guests.
ROUTING
7-night round trip
The Cinque Terre and Portofino round trip starts and ends in Genoa with multiple named coastal calls.
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View Capo D'OrlandoGetting to Genoa
Arrive via Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA), then reach the departure point in 5 minutes by road. At Marina Genova, mooring assistance operates 24/7, while berth-side bunkering, shore power and a ship’s chandler support boarding preparations.
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
5 minutes by road
24/7 mooring assistance
Marina Genova berth-side bunkering
Shore power up to 320 kW
Ship’s chandler at Marina Genova
Sample itinerary ideas
Use these as a starting point when planning from Genoa. We can tailor the route to your pace, guest mix, and preferred balance of cruising, swimming, and time ashore.
Coastal Port Circuit
Follow the Genoa–Portofino–Viareggio–Porto Venere–Cinque Terre–Genoa route for an itinerary shaped by named ports. It returns to Genoa after calling at Portofino, Viareggio, Porto Venere and Cinque Terre.
7 nights
Seven-Night Circuit
Use the 7-night round trip to include Portofino, San Fruttuoso, Santa Margherita, Sestri Levante, Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Portovenere, Palmaria and Lerici. It begins and ends in Genoa, keeping boarding and return at the same port.
Portofino Alternatives
Shape a Genoa departure around Portofino or Paraggi Bay, the stated anchorage alternative. The route can then follow the named calls at Viareggio, Porto Venere and Cinque Terre before returning.
Best routes from Genoa
Routes from Genoa can be shaped around short escapes, classic week charters, or longer one-way itineraries depending on yacht availability and your preferred cruising rhythm.
Genoa–Portofino–Viareggio–Porto Venere–Cinque Terre–Genoa
This return route departs Genoa and calls at Portofino, Viareggio, Porto Venere and Cinque Terre before concluding in Genoa. It suits guests seeking a clearly named coastal sequence from the same embarkation point.
Best for: Guests wanting a named return coastal route
Cinque Terre and Portofino round trip from Genoa
7 nightsDepart Genoa on this 7-night round trip, calling at Portofino, San Fruttuoso, Santa Margherita, Sestri Levante, Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Portovenere, Palmaria and Lerici before returning.
Best for: Groups planning a fixed seven-night round trip
Explore routes from Genoa
From Genoa, 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 NaplesMap departures from Genoa through Portofino, Viareggio, Porto Venere and Cinque Terre, plus the 7-night circuit via San Fruttuoso, Palmaria and Lerici.
Popular stops and cruising ideas
Portofino
Portofino provides an overnight stop on a Genoa-departure itinerary, creating a planned pause within the named return route before the next call.
Paraggi Bay
Paraggi Bay provides an anchorage alternative to Portofino on a Genoa departure, offering a named choice when planning this part of the itinerary.
San Fruttuoso
San Fruttuoso is a cove on the 7-night Genoa route. The round trip uses this named cove as a planned call.
Santa Margherita
Santa Margherita is a named call on the 7-night round trip from Genoa, appearing with Portofino, San Fruttuoso and Sestri Levante.
Sestri Levante
Sestri Levante appears on the 7-night Genoa round trip, paired in the itinerary with Santa Margherita, Monterosso and Vernazza.
Monterosso
Monterosso is an anchorage lunch stop on the Genoa route. This named pause places lunch within the return itinerary before Genoa.
Stops and itinerary planning FAQ
Where can I sail from Genoa?
You can sail from Genoa to Portofino, Viareggio, Porto Venere and Cinque Terre. A separate 7-night round trip calls at San Fruttuoso, Santa Margherita, Sestri Levante, Monterosso and Vernazza. It also includes Manarola, Riomaggiore, Portovenere, Palmaria and Lerici before returning to Genoa.
How many nights does the round trip need?
The round trip needs 7 nights. The Genoa–Portofino–Viareggio–Porto Venere–Cinque Terre–Genoa route does not carry a fixed night count. Choose the 7-night circuit for a set duration, or discuss timing with yachtcloud for the other route before your departure date.
Are these routes one-way or return charters?
They are return charters. The Genoa–Portofino–Viareggio–Porto Venere–Cinque Terre–Genoa route begins and ends in Genoa. The 7-night itinerary also starts from Genoa and returns after its named calls, including Palmaria and Lerici. This gives each plan the same embarkation and final port.
Genoa yacht charter costs
Weekly charter cost varies by yacht type, with Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options priced separately. The yacht selected, timing within the charter season and costs such as fuel, marina fees and personalised arrangements shape the final charter total.
| Yacht Type | Indicative Price |
|---|---|
| Gulet | €20,010 to €23,000 per week |
| Motor Sailer | €30,100 to €49,000 per week |
| Motor Yacht | €60,200 to €649,950 per week |
Prices are indicative and vary by yacht, timing and charter requirements.
Best time to charter from Genoa
Genoa’s charter season runs from May through October. Choose among May, June, July, August, September and October when aligning embarkation with your preferred route and yacht type. Exact route planning can centre on the 7-night round trip or the separate return itinerary without a stated night count.
| Month | Conditions |
|---|---|
| May | Opening month for charter departures. |
| June | Charter departures continue through June. |
| July | July sits within the charter season. |
| August | August is included in the season. |
| September | Charter departures run during September. |
| October | Final listed charter season month. |
Who is Genoa best for?
Airport Arrivals
A 5 minutes by road transfer connects Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to the departure point.
Large Groups
The Genoa fleet accommodates 6-12 guests across 3-7 cabins in Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht formats.
Route Planners
Return routes begin in Genoa, including a 7-night circuit through named coastal stops.
Marina Preparation
Marina Genova offers 24/7 mooring assistance, berth-side bunkering, shore power and a ship’s chandler.
Yacht Selection
Choose between Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht within the local fleet of 8 yachts.
What's included in a Genoa charter?
Included
- Yacht and standard onboard equipment
- Professional crew
- Vessel and crew insurance
- Crew wages, uniforms and provisions
- Ship’s-linen laundry
Usually Extra
- Advance provisioning allowance
- Charter fuel
- Guest food and beverages
- Marina fees and port charges
- Shore-side transfers
- Personalised arrangements
- Italian VAT
Genoa yacht charter FAQs
Costs, seasonality, routing, and planning from Genoa, answered in a quick format before you enquire.
How much does a Genoa charter cost?
A Genoa charter has weekly indicative ranges from €20,010 for a Gulet to €649,950 for a Motor Yacht. Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht each have their own range. Fuel, marina fees and port charges sit outside the charter price.
When is the best time to charter?
The best time is within the May to October charter season. May, June, July, August, September and October are the departure months. Choose a date in that period to match your route and yacht type for the planned charter.
How do I reach and board here?
You reach the departure point in 5 minutes by road from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA). Boarding uses Marina Genova, where 24/7 mooring assistance, berth-side bunkering and shore power support arrival preparations for guests.
What charter length can I plan?
A 7-night round trip is the only route with a stated duration. The Genoa–Portofino–Viareggio–Porto Venere–Cinque Terre–Genoa route has no night count. Choose the 7-night circuit when a fixed length is preferred, or discuss timing for the other route.
What group size suits this port best?
This port suits groups of 6-12 guests. The fleet covers 3-7 cabins across Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options. That range helps groups select a yacht that fits their planned departure with their crew.
What is included and charged separately?
The charter includes the yacht, standard onboard equipment, professional crew, insurance, crew wages, uniforms, provisions and ship’s-linen laundry. APA, fuel, guest food and beverages, marina fees, port charges, transfers, personalised arrangements and Italian VAT are extra.
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