Yacht Description
Dive-first catamaran. OMBRE BLU³ is a Sunreef sailing catamaran built in 2010 and refit in 2018, set up for up to 8 guests who want their water time to be the main event.
A real PADI setup. This is a certified PADI dive centre with a dive compressor and 8 full scuba sets onboard, so you can actually plan proper dives (and even courses) without playing “who packed what.”
Easy in, easy out. Wide swimming platforms make getting in the sea simple. No gymnastics.
Toys that get used. A 5m Castoldi jet tender (new in 2018) handles runarounds, while kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, waterskis, wakeboards, an inflatable tube, windsurfers, and snorkeling gear keep everyone busy between swims.
Simple sleeping plan. Four cabins sleep 8 in a 3 double plus 1 twin layout, with air conditioning for nights that stay comfortable.
Specifications
- Length overall
- 68.7ft / 20.93
- Beam
- 10.46m
- Draft
- 0.58m
- Builder
- Sunreef Yachts
- Year built
- 2010
- Refit
- 2024
- Type
- Sailing Catamaran
- Cruising speed
- 8 knots
- Top speed
- 12 knots
- Generator
- 2 x Kohler 20kW
- Fuel
- Cruising 40 Litres/Hr / Max 60 Litres/Hr / Eco 20 Litres/Hr (Litres/Hr)
- Consumption
- 40 Litres/Hr
- Guests
- 6
- Cabins
- 3
Charter Price
From €35,000 per week, plus 35% APA.
Plus Expenses arrangement — boat and crew only, without tip.
All prices generated as a guide. Availability subject to confirmation. Gratuity discretionary, typically 5%–25% of the base price. APA rate as published in the yacht’s rate sheet.
Variable expenses — fuel, food, marina fees — are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), an additional deposit added to the charter price. The remainder is returned after charter.
- Total guests
- 6
- Total cabins
- 3
- Queen cabins
- 3
- Double cabins
- 3
- A/C
- Yes
3 staterooms for 6 guests.
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Cabin | Queen (island bed) | Private en-suite bathroom | Yes |
| Double Cabin 1 | Queen (island bed) | Private en-suite bathroom | Yes |
| Double Cabin 2 | Queen (island bed) | Private en-suite bathroom | Yes |
| Twin Cabin | Twin beds (more suitable for children/teenagers) | Not specified | Yes |
- Nationality
- Italian / Australian
- Crew size
- 4
Runs the yacht as both captain and head chef, combining passage planning with regional Italian cooking and local wine pairings. As a PADI Master Scuba Trainer, he can guide dives and issue onboard certifications.
- Italian; native of Venice with lifelong time in the Aeolian Islands
- Licenses: MCA Master of Yachts 200gt/OOW 500gt; RYA Yachtmaster Ocean (Sail); Australian Master 5 (Power); Italian License (Sail/Power)
- PADI Master Scuba Trainer; Ombre Blu3 is a registered PADI Dive Centre with onboard compressor and full kit
- Languages: English and Italian
Coordinates onboard activities and supports cooking, with a focus on breakfasts plus baking fresh bread, muffins, and cakes. Provides onboard massage on a professional table.
- Australian; born in Tasmania and later based in Sydney
- Licenses: MCA Master of Yachts 200gt/OOW 500gt; RYA Ocean and Master 200; Australian Master 5 (Power); Yachtmaster Ocean
- Qualifications: Diploma Business Management; Diploma Human Resource Management; Diploma Remedial/Sport Massage
- Languages: English and Italian
Supports tender operations and water time as a licensed tender driver, helping keep days moving smoothly between anchorages and activities. Also handles day-to-day upkeep of the yacht inside and out.
- Filipino
- 20+ years in the yachting industry on charter and private superyachts worldwide
- Certificates: Powerboat Certificate Level 2; STCW '95; Diver Level 2 (PADI); Steward/Mess man Certificate of Competency
- Languages: English, Basic Arabic, Tagalog
Brings restaurant and hotel background to onboard service, supporting day-to-day interior operations. Assists the team to keep meals and guest routines running on schedule.
- Filipino
- Age 38
- Languages: English
-
Certified PADI Dive Centre:
Get PADI-certified onboard with a Master Scuba Diver Trainer and dive compressor. -
8 scuba diving sets:
Full adult and kids gear makes spontaneous dives easy in Greece or Italy. -
Castoldi 150 Turbo jet tender (5m):
Zip to beaches and coves quickly, with a fun, dry ride for island hopping.
- Internet
- Yes
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Jet tender | 1 Castoldi 150 Turbo diesel Jet tender (5m). |
| Underwater scooters | 2 underwater Bladefish scooters. |
| Tube - towable | 1 inflatable tube for 3 persons. |
| Inflatable windsurfers | 2 inflatable windsurfers. |
| Stand-up paddleboards | 2 inflatable stand-up paddle boards. |
| Kayaks - inflatable | 4 inflatable kayaks (for 2 persons). |
| Kayak - inflatable (single) | 1 inflatable kayak (for 1 person). |
| Water skis (adult) | 1 water skis (adult). |
| Water skis (kids) | 1 water skis (kids). |
| Wakeboard (adult) | 1 wake board (adult). |
| Wakeboard (junior) | 1 wake board (junior). |
| Snorkeling gear | 8 sets of snorkeling gear + fins (adults & kids). |
| Snorkeling wetsuits | Snorkeling wet suits of all sizes. |
| Fishing gear | 2 basic sets of fishing gear sets with lures. |
| Scuba diving sets | 8 scuba diving sets (BCDs, regulators, masks, snorkels, fins, wet suits for all sizes). |
| Dive compressor | Dive compressor for scuba tank fills. |
| Underwater camera | 1 underwater camera. |
| GoPro | 1 GO PRO for underwater videos. |
| Swimming platforms | 2 wide swimming platforms providing easy access to the water. |
- Daily breakfast table – fresh sliced tropical fruit, cereal, fruit juices, coffee, tea, fresh bread/pastries
- Scrambled eggs on buns – shredded cheese, garnished with Italian olives
- Eggs Benedict – served on a bed of smoked salmon
- Rum pancakes – topped with honey & butter or hot maple syrup, sprinkled with nutmeg
- Omelette
- Fried eggs with bacon – with grilled tomato
- Octopus salad – made the Sicilian way, drizzled with Italian extra virgin olive oil
- Paccheri pasta – zucchini, fresh ricotta & mint; with pear, walnut & rocket salad
- Hot prawn & potato salad – seeded mustard dressing
- Picnic basket – fresh rolls, assorted cheeses, sliced meats & fruit
- Buffalo mozzarella – tomatoes & basil, drizzled in extra virgin olive oil; prosciutto & rockmelon, home baked bread
- Basil pesto basmati rice – cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts; with anchovy & orange crostini
- Spaghetti with bottarga – breadcrumbs, garlic & chilli
Antipasto
- Caponata – eggplant, peppers & olives
- Red beetroot & Italian goats cheese – drizzled with a green pepper sauce
- Risotto with calamari – cooked in white wine & fresh herbs
- Sautée of prawns – cooked in Marsala wine, served on a bed of cooked Italian salad
- Trio of tartar – swordfish, tuna & prawns with house marinades
- Sautée of mussels & clams – garlic & white wine, topped with Italian flat-leaf parsley
- Sardinian carasau – layered with stracchino, sun-dried tomatoes & black olives
Main course
- Marinated beef fillet – barbecued whole, sliced; with garlic & rosemary roasted potatoes
- Calamari with lemons & breadcrumbs – with shredded zucchini, garlic & mint
- Peperoni pasta alla Trapanese – garlic, fresh tomatoes, basil & pecorino; crushed almonds; sided with whole red prawns
- Fired tuna steaks – soy sauce & sesame seeds; with Mediterranean vegetables
- Swordfish (Aeolian style) – capers, black olives, garlic & tomato
- Pork fillet alla Veneziana – cooked in milk & nutmeg; with sweet & sour peperoni
- Herb & olive crusted chicken – celery mash; green beans cooked in white wine, tomato, garlic & basil
- Chocolate gelato – with chocolate from Modica and fresh mint
- Cannoli – filled with fresh ricotta, topped with chopped pistachio nuts
- Chocolate Vesuvio – served with vanilla bean gelato
- Panna cotta – drizzled with homemade strawberry jus
- Crema pasticciera – served with chocolate grissini
- Chilled cream of lemon – fresh strawberries & Italian biscotti
- Assorted Italian cheese platter – served with dried local fruits
No dedicated snacks section is listed in the provided menu.
Chef’s Style & Influences
Italian and Sicilian-inspired cooking with seafood, olive oil, herbs, cheeses, and classic desserts.
Onboard Entertainment
DCD/MP3 reader + loudspeakers, GO PRO for underwater videos, Harman Kardon Hi-Fi system & home cinema, LCD TV, SKY TV: News, Sport, Cinema, Documentary & Lifestyle, Kids, Music, Fox, CNN, BBC, Bloomberg, etc. All SKY channles are available in Italian or their original spoken language, Stereo system, Underwater camera, Widescreen 32" Samsung LCD TV
Sustainability
Charter Reviews
It was a lovely journey with lots of laughs and fun. Thank you for the amazing time.
The most incredible week! Phenomenal and lovely people.
Thank you for having us on your beautiful boat!
Thank you for the best week. Loved it all !

Thank you for an unforgettable experience.
It was one year on a making and well worth the 3 months it took to go threw hundreds of charter options to find the perfect fit with OMBRE BLU3!
You few exceeded our expectations. You have amazing abilities to get a feel for all of your guests with humor and attention to detail.
Thank you for sporting us for a week.
We will see you soon for another adventure.
I'm so happy I found you!
Many, many thanks B;
Francesco, Melisaa, Aileen & Marlow are wonderful hosts.
OMBRE BLU3 is accommodating confortable, sleek and beauty.
She suits well and makes us happy and proud to be aboard.
Francesco's cookies is A+++.
It will be missed we have never experienced this kind of culinary treat.
Aileen is a delight, Malrow a champion!
We now must leave. We are taking fond memories!
Cheers M & H
Our week trip aboard OMBRE BLU3 was even more fun and exciting as we found the Amalfi Coast.
Your familiar hopspitaly helped us immediately relax and enter into the rythm of our voyage at sea.
And what great times we enjoyed hiking the Path of the Gods, sailing with "captain link"
So glad to know you are here with a magical experience awaiting out retour!
Come see us in Texas !
S, A
Thank you Melissa and Francesco for the wonderful week on Ombre BLU";
Everything was perfect in every way!
We loved the perfect itinerary you planned for us. The places we saw the walks, the visits, the experiences... all fabulous!
We hope you'll visit us in Texas but how to entertain and feed you as you all fed us, has us intimidated!
Thank you again for the most memorable week spent with those we love the best.
A, R & E
Thank you all for yet another amazing trip! You all were able to fit so much in one week. This trip like the last one was beautiful, fun, and relaxing.
I did explore an amazing country that I will surely retourn to but the reason this trip was so special was the crew!
Everyone's kindness, hapiness, and humor in unmatched.
You all feel like part of the family and that is what makes all the moments and memories the better!
Best H.
Thank you for an amazing second trip! Truly loved every moment we had on the boat.
Always making us laugh and sharing the best adventures.
Each stop made on the trip was incredible.
Every meal was like no other!
Thank you for sharing your treasures.
All make us feel so welcomed and we thank you for that the most.
Can't wait for the next adventures.
See you on the slopes next !
PS: Love B

We also once again leave a bit heavy than we arrived.
Next time Sicily.
Thank you for everything. Cme to see us in Bermuda. A.!
Awesome hosts, fabulous food. We need a cookbook
Immaculated boat. Everything is class!
Everything was perfect thank you so much for a fabulous time. S & A
A wonderful escape from the world. Amazing food and hospitality.
You guys are truly great at creating an experience.
Thank you! N.
We did a circle of Procida, Ischia, Ventotene, Capri, Positano, and Sorrento.
My one regret is that we didn’t go further to the Pontine Islands to avoid the crowds (mostly American) but happy to see the Amalfi Coast from the comfort of a boat vs. crowded hotel.
You may be hearing from people in our party about another charter on OmbreBlu. And we may try it again in Sicily!
Thanks again to you for helping us make a fabulous trip!
Thank you again for such wonderful time onboard Ombre Blu3.
3rd time after Sardinia, Greece and SIcily
The time seems to sweep by like the wind and your smoothing and thoughtful attention to details didn't go unnoticed ever.
Hoping to host you State side until next time!
We are a numerous group, but with you, all of our needs were satisfied. The tour was perfect and every island and every night at anchor couldn't have offered better sensations. Guaranteed fun! And top food! Thank you for having given us such a splendid vacation. Ps. More compliments, we forgot to say that the boat is so well looked after and maintained! GR
We had an unforgettable journey on your beautiful boat. You have thought about every detail, from the elegant fabrics and timeless decor to lounging and seating for every occasion a sea and ashore. The food is delicious, perhaps too yummy, as we are all bursting out of our clothes. We loved exploring the coastline, swimming in the magical inviting waters, catching jellyfish, sailing, tasting new wines and local delicacies. You have given us a truly unique family holiday. Whether relaxing or active, we have loved our time aboard OMBRE BLU ³. From our hearts we thank you. Until our next excursion!"
With affection, see you soon!
Paolo, Tatiana, Andrea, Silvia, Nicola & Marta
OMBRE BLU ³ makes a beautiful home base, and we've loved every minute aboard. Thank you also for the fantastic food! Truly we are going home 'fat and happy'! Much love Brit & Phil
*** We hereby award Francesco 3 Michelin Stars - The Kids
Two words... perfect Trifecta!!! Three different locations, three different sets of friends and family on each charter but the one consistent item is the amazing, friendly, knowledgeable experience you provide every time! Your in-depth knowledge of each location enables us to experience all of the beauty of Italy (with no planning on our part :)) The Ombre Blu culinary experience is on par (or better than) many Michelin Star restaurants! We look forward to seeing that Cookbook someday! Thank you for helping us create more memories that will last a lifetime! Until the next time... With love Rosanne & Chris
Thank you for an amazing trip... the boat is amazing, the food magnificent and all your attentions were the best xo
Thanks for a really fun Summer. We all love the new boat!! JP
Dear Melissa - Francesco - Marlowe
Thank you for the amazing week. I love the new boat :) Love you guys!
Allora!! Thank you so much for a perfect 10 days! Such a special time spent together and wonderful to share with our family. Food and Wine exceptional - again! Loved exploring beautiful Sardinia & Corsica - stunning!! Really appreciate all your hard work, We were totally spoilt & loved every minute of our trip xoxo Sue & Bruno
To Melissa & Francesco & Marlowe
Thank you for 10 days of blissful sailing around Sardinia & Corsica. Everything was amazing! Thank you for introducing us to Hugo Cocktails, Phi Beach Club and skillet apple/pear Pancakes. :) Tash & Cameron
Dear Francesco, Melissa & Marlowe
Too good! 70ft Seriously!! Boat is Awesome. Food as always was beyond exceptional. Ya'll are the most gracious hosts. Thanks for all your effort and expertise. Marlowe was amazing. Rooms always perfect. Too good. We shall return! Spencer & Amizzetta
Francesco, Melissa & Marlowe
We love the new boat! Great time, great food, great Crew. Than you for being so attentive and fun. See you for our 4th charter in 2021. Paul & Barb
Melissa, Francesco & Marlowe
Our hearts are full - thank you for making our first experience a perfect dream. You have set the bar high for any comparison... ever! Laughter every night. Until next time. Leslie & Bill
Thank you for having us on board OMBRE BLU ³. The kids and I had a trip of a lifetime and saw parts of Itlay through new lenses. I know you both put so much thought and care in everything you do - it really does show! We hope to see you next year.
With Best Wishes Wendi
Thank you for making our holiday so memorable and amazing! I'll never forget all the cool things I've done this week, such as Pizza making and Scuba Diving for the first time, as well as the amazing places and the yummiest food ever! All of the extra care you put into every little thing has made this trip extra special. Hope to see you in the near future! Much love Shaan
Dear Melissa, Francesco & Marlowe
Thank you for such a fun holiday on the boat! I really enjoyed the delicious meals :) The chicken was seriously amazing. Thank you for a super fun Pizza night too :) I will always remember this trip and its extremely good peach juice. I thinks its impossible to forget Mario the gay and psychotic chicken!! Best wishes Ayla
Thank you soooo much for everything you have done for us. Your eye for detail is awesome. Your happy face is wonderful to see every day. Again thanks heaps. Cheers Tory & Harry
Melissa & Francesco
What can I say?? Amazing again. Food booze and fun. Again only one hangover from one of us!! Ouch :) So cool to catch up with our awesome friends. See you hopefully in NZ in the not too distant future. Love you loads. Us 2 Crazies, Tory & Harry xoxoxoxo
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