Discover a magical night under the stars in the Cheradi Islands, sailing from Taranto aboard a luxurious boat. This unforgettable experience combines natural beauty, stellar skies, and Mediterranean serenity.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
overnight (about 8 hours)
Fitness Level
Minimal physical effort required, suitable for most guests
Wildlife
History
The Cheradi Islands have been part of local maritime history since ancient times, serving as strategic defense points and fishing sites.
Conservation
The area is protected to preserve its unique marine and coastal ecosystems, ensuring sustainability for future generations.
BoatSharing Puglia
Discover a magical night under the stars in the Cheradi Islands, sailing from Taranto aboard a luxurious boat. This unforgettable experience combines natural beauty, stellar skies, and Mediterranean serenity.
BoatSharing Puglia is a sailing operator based in Taranto, Puglia, offering curated sea experiences departing from Molo Sant’Eligio. The operator runs two primary vessels: the elegant yacht Chez Black and the spacious Bali 4.8 catamaran. BoatSharing Puglia offers a variety of itineraries including night sails to the Cheradi Islands, guided tours of the Mar Piccolo, dolphin monitoring collaborations, luxury private sails, sunset wine cruises, and a week-long Greek sailing itinerary.
Trips listed by BoatSharing Puglia include a Notte sotto le stelle to the Isole Cheradi, the Tour Mar Piccolo with a knowledgeable guide and crossings of the Ponte di Pietra and the rotating Ponte Girevole, a Dolphin Watch in partnership with Ionian Dolphin Conservation, and multi-day options visiting Porto Cesareo, Gallipoli and the Diapontine Islands. Guests can select intimate yacht excursions on Chez Black or group-friendly comfort aboard the Bali 4.8 catamaran for swims, snorkeling, coastal sightseeing, and sunset experiences.
BoatSharing Puglia emphasizes clear itineraries, on-board briefings, and collaboration with conservation partners for scientific trips. Departure from a central berth at Molo Sant’Eligio makes local sea routes and landmarks easily accessible. Booking options range from single excursions and sunset sails to a one-week Greek sailing experience. Flexible booking and clear pre-trip information make it simple to plan departures and tailor experiences to small groups, families, and couples alike.
Base
Taranto, Puglia
Departures from Molo Sant’Eligio
Vessels
Chez Black & Bali 4.8
Yacht and spacious catamaran options
Trips Offered
9
Day, sunset and week-long options
Conservation Partner
Ionian Dolphin Conservation
Dolphin monitoring collaborations
Choose a Cheradi Islands night sail, Dolphin Watch research day, sunset wine cruise or a week-long Greek itinerary — book departure from Molo Sant’Eligio.
Bring binoculars or a telescope
Enhance your stargazing experience with additional optics to see distant celestial objects.
Pack for overnight comfort
Bring warm clothing and a blanket for a cozy night onboard in case of cooler weather.
Secure valuables
Keep personal items safe in waterproof containers as the sea can be unpredictable.
Start early evening
Arrive before sunset to enjoy the changing light and settle in comfortably before night falls.
Comfortable clothing for night
Light layers and a jacket for cooler evening temperatures are recommended.
summer
Sun protection
Sunscreen and sunglasses for daytime preparations before departure.
summer
Personal toiletries
Basic hygiene items for an overnight stay.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the stunning night sky and scenic views of the islands.