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Beneteau Idylle 44 San Blas Sailboat Charter

Classic 44-Foot Monohull for Intimate San Blas Sailing

44'
Length
2
Guests
1
Cabin
Monohull
Type
Type
Monohull Sailboat
A/C
No
Designer
German Frers
Cabin
1 En-suite
Crew
Captain + Cook
From
$600 / night
About This Vessel

The Beneteau Idylle 44 is a 44-foot sailboat for up to 2 guests in 1 cabin, without air conditioning. Private charters start at $600 a night for 2 guests, with the crew, meals cooked on board and drinks included; transport from Panama City and the Guna Yala tax are extra.

The Beneteau Idylle 44 is a beautifully maintained classic monohull sailboat designed by German Frers, offering an intimate and authentic sailing experience through the San Blas archipelago. With one private cabin featuring an en-suite bathroom, she is ideal for couples seeking a genuine Caribbean adventure. Her 44 feet of graceful hull, spacious cockpit, and warm wood-paneled interior create the perfect blend of character and comfort. Two friendly hypoallergenic dogs, Coco and Canela, live aboard as part of the crew.

Prices checked October 2026


The Vessel

Exterior & Sailing

Charter Rates

Pricing

Private Charter - All Inclusive
$600
starting per night
Per person per night $300
2 Guests (max) $600 / night

Availability: this vessel hauls out for maintenance at the end of September 2026 and returns to service from late November 2026. Morning checkout (6-8 AM). Late checkout: +50% of nightly rate. 20% surcharge applies during high season: New Year (Dec 20 - Jan 10), Carnival week, and Holy Week / Easter. Carnival and Holy Week dates follow each year's holiday calendar. No children under 12.

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Onboard Living

Cabins & Interior

Onboard Experience

Cabins & Amenities

Private Cabin

One beautifully appointed cabin with en-suite bathroom in a warm wood-paneled interior.

  • Private cabin with en-suite bathroom
  • Spacious salon with character
  • Classic wood-paneled interior
  • Cozy cockpit for sunset views
  • Two hypoallergenic dogs, Coco and Canela, live aboard with the crew

Activities & Gear

Guided snorkeling every day, with the crew's own free-diving experience behind it.

  • Snorkel equipment (masks & fins)
  • Guided snorkeling daily, plus fish identification in the evenings
  • Kayak
  • Hammocks on deck
  • Beach bonfires and sunset cocktails
  • Aged rum tastings on board
  • Dinghy boat for island access
Culinary Experience

Dining & Cuisine

Your Team

Professional Crew

C
Captain
Captain & Navigator

Your experienced captain knows every anchorage and hidden gem in the San Blas archipelago, ensuring a safe and unforgettable sailing experience.

C
Cook
Chef & Host

The boat is sailed by its owners, a couple, and she cooks every meal on board herself, adapted to your dietary preferences.

All Inclusive
  • Experienced Captain
  • All meals, cooked on board
  • Dietary adaptations available (vegetarian and other requirements)
  • Drinks in moderation: beer, wine, Coke, juice, rum and rum cocktails
  • Cook with fully equipped kitchen
  • Bed linen and bath towels
  • Dinghy boat
  • Snorkel equipment (masks and fins)
  • Kayak
  • Hammocks on deck
  • Guided snorkeling daily with an experienced free-diver
  • Beach bonfires, sunset cocktails and aged rum tastings
  • Safety equipment (EPIRB, liferaft, life rings, lifejackets)
Not Included
  • Guna Yala entry tax, paid in cash at the checkpoint: $22 per tourist, $7 per Panamanian resident (includes the $2 port fee; children under 9 are exempt from the entry fee)
  • Ground transportation and water taxi
The Destination

San Blas Islands

Important Dates

High Season & Holidays

New Year's
Dec 20 - Jan 10
Carnival
Carnival week (varies yearly)
Holy Week / Easter
Varies yearly (Mar - Apr)

20% surcharge applies during high season dates

Trusted by Travelers

Incredible experience sailing through San Blas with AMPA Tours. The crew was professional, and the islands were paradise. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Panama.

Allan Y. , TripAdvisor

Pick your trip length

How many nights aboard the Beneteau Idylle 44?

Real pricing and a day-by-day itinerary for each length. All prices for 2 guests.

3

Nights

$1,800

all-inclusive, 2 guests

5

Nights

$3,000

all-inclusive, 2 guests

7

Nights

$4,200

all-inclusive, 2 guests

Ready to charter the Beneteau Idylle 44?

Tell us your dates, group size, and interests. We will put together a custom itinerary within two hours.

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Yacht: Beneteau Idylle 44

5.0 / 5 across 28 reviews on Google and TripAdvisor. Custom quote replied within 2 hours during Panama business hours (7 AM to 8 PM).

Last updated 19 October 2026 Written by Michael Baade, Founder, AMPA Tours