Bsc 78 in Porto Santo Stefano

BSC 78 in Porto Santo Stefano, heading for the Argentario

Departing from Porto Santo Stefano, the BSC 78 gives you the freedom to organize your day at sea at your own pace, along the Maremma coast. With a maximum of ten people, you can plan a group outing to the coves of the Argentario, with swimming breaks and a return to port whenever you wish.

A 7.9-meter rigid inflatable boat to pilot

This 2015 BSC 78 measures 7.9 meters and has a 200-horsepower engine. Rental is without a skipper: a boating license is therefore mandatory. On board, you will find a sun canopy, an outdoor shower, a ladder and a swim platform, as well as sun decks at the front and rear. The listing also mentions full cushions, teak finishes, a refrigerator and large storage compartments. For navigation, the indicated equipment includes a VHF, a GPS, a depth sounder and an electric windlass. Two 180-liter steel tanks are noted; however, fuel remains to be paid separately, according to consumption.

A day between the coves and the islands

From Porto Santo Stefano, you can follow the contours of the Argentario peninsula and choose coves where you can stop, adapting your itinerary to the weather and sea conditions. The island of Giglio and Giannutri also offer a possible direction for an excursion, but the distance and the day's conditions matter: it is best to check before setting off whether the planned program is realistic. The boat is advertised with safety equipment suitable for navigation within 12 miles. Since the rental is self-drive, prepare your route and keep a margin for the return.

I recommend this rigid inflatable boat if you have the required license and wish to share a day of boating without a skipper, while keeping control of the stops. The rate starts at €400 per day, excluding fuel. In summer, book early and ask for useful information about the route, departure conditions and fees to expect: you will thus enjoy your day on the water even more.