Nimbus Weekender 9

Nimbus Weekender W9: Private Boat for Six on the Gulf of Poets

The Nimbus Weekender W9 is the most versatile and intimate vessel in the Viaggi di Mare fleet — a 9.5-metre motor boat built in 2021, powered by a Mercury F350 Verado XL engine, and designed for groups of up to 6 guests who want a completely private day on the water without the scale of a larger charter yacht. Responsive, well-designed and capable of reaching coves and anchorages that bigger boats pass at a distance, the Nimbus W9 is the boat for guests who value proximity — to the coast, to the water and to the experience itself.

The Fleet’s Most Flexible Departure Point

Unlike every other vessel in the fleet, the Nimbus W9 operates from three departure ports, giving guests based anywhere along the eastern Ligurian shore the option to board closest to where they are staying:

  • La Spezia — the main port, central to all itineraries
  • Lerici — ideal for guests staying in the eastern Gulf of Poets
  • Portovenere — direct boarding at the first destination of most tours

No fixed marina, no obligatory transfer. The flexibility of departure is one of the most practical advantages of choosing the Nimbus W9, and it is not available on any other boat in the portfolio.

Details

Type Motor Boat

Year 2021

Length 9,50

Width 3

Engine Mercury F350 Verado XL

Max People 6

Cabins 1

Toilets 1

Crew 2

Port of boarding La Spezia - Lerici - Portovenere

Authorization 5Terre marine Area NO

Our proposals

Sunset Aperitif on Nimbus W9
3 hours6
4
950.00 
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Romantic Dinner Cruise on Nimbus W9
4 hours2
6
1500.00 
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Golfo dei Poeti on Nimbus W9
7 hours6
7
1500.00 
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Cinque Terre on Nimbus W9
7 hours6
5
1500.00 
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Portofino on Nimbus W9
8 hours6
7
1500.00 
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The Cinque Terre Authorisation: Inshore Access for Six

The Nimbus W9 holds the official Cinque Terre Park Authority authorisation to sail inside the Marine Protected Area — one of the most sought-after certifications on this coast and a distinction shared in this fleet only with the Goletta Kimera. This means the boat can navigate close inshore under the cliff face, moor at the designated buoys inside the park, and allow guests to disembark in Vernazza via the authorised taxi boat for approximately one hour ashore. For a group of six guests seeking the most intimate possible authorised access to the Cinque Terre by sea, the Nimbus W9 is the only option available.

Six Tours, from a Romantic Dinner to Portofino

The breadth of the Nimbus W9 programme reflects the boat’s versatility. Six itineraries are available, covering the full range from a 3-hour evening experience to a full 8-hour day:

  • Sunset Aperitif (3 hours, up to 6 guests) — evening cruise to Portovenere and Palmaria Island with Byron’s Grotto, swimming stop and rich aperitif served on board at golden hour.
  • Half Day Gulf of Poets (4 hours, up to 6 guests) — morning or afternoon slot covering Lerici, Fiascherino, Tellaro, the UNESCO islands and Portovenere. The most flexible format in the programme.
  • Romantic Dinner Cruise (4 hours, 2 guests only) — exclusively for couples: sunset swim, aperitif and a 3-course fresh fish dinner served on board, moored in front of Portovenere. The most intimate experience in the entire fleet.
  • Gulf of Poets (7 hours, up to 6 guests) — the complete full-day itinerary with local aperitif and wine included, and optional lunch ashore on Palmaria Island.
  • Cinque Terre (7 hours, up to 6 guests) — authorised inshore sailing along the Cinque Terre coast with optional landing in Vernazza, plus the Gulf of Poets route and optional stops on Palmaria and in Portovenere.
  • Portofino (8 hours, up to 6 guests) — the longest Nimbus itinerary: Portovenere, the Cinque Terre coast and Portofino harbour with its celebrated piazzetta in a single day along the full eastern Ligurian Riviera.

Nimbus Weekender W9: Frequently Asked Questions

Can we depart from Lerici or Portovenere instead of La Spezia?

Yes — the Nimbus W9 is the only boat in the Viaggi di Mare fleet that operates from three departure ports: La Spezia, Lerici and Portovenere. Guests choose the most convenient option based on where they are staying. No transfer to a fixed marina is required.

Does the Nimbus W9 have authorisation to enter the Cinque Terre Marine Park?

Yes — the Nimbus W9 holds the official Cinque Terre Park Authority authorisation, allowing inshore sailing under the cliffs and mooring at the designated buoys inside the Marine Protected Area. Landing in Vernazza via the authorised taxi boat is included in the Cinque Terre itinerary, weather permitting.

Is the Romantic Dinner Cruise really only for 2 guests?

Yes — the Romantic Dinner Cruise is designed exclusively for 2 guests and is the only experience in the Viaggi di Mare portfolio with this format. The Nimbus becomes a fully private floating restaurant for the evening, with a 3-course fresh fish dinner served on board moored in front of Portovenere.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Bad weather
If poor marine weather conditions prevent rhe regular running of the tours, it can be scheduled at a later date, alternatively the full amount paid will be refund
For cancellation by the customer
For cancellations up to 60 days before departure, no cancellation fee is required
From 59 to 30 days before departure cancellation fee will be 30%
From 29 to 15 days before departure cancellation fee will be 50%
For cancellation within 14 days before departure, there is no refund
In case of NON SHOW there is no refund
For cancellation by organizer the full amount paid will be refund

Sede operativa

Piazza Pellerano, 1
Marina di Massa (MS)
Italy

Info & Booking

Opening hours

Invernale: dal Lunedì al Sabato – Mattina 9:30 – 12:30 Pomeriggio 15:30 – 19:30

Estivo (dal 15 Giugno al 30 Agosto): dal Lunedì al Sabato 9:30 – 12:30 Pomeriggio 16:30 – 20:00

Domenica reperibili al numero: +39 393 8460930