Lake Como Unfettered: Pilot a Trimarchi 57 Sundek from Dervio without a license

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Lake Como Unfettered: Pilot a Trimarchi 57 Sundek from Dervio without a license

A practical guide to NeoMarine’s Noleggio barca: drive a compact Trimarchi 57 Sundek (up to six people) from Dervio’s S. Cecilia harbor and reach Bellagio, Varenna and beyond.

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Lake Como Unfettered: Pilot a Trimarchi 57 Sundek from Dervio without a license.

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Dervio
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NeoMarine
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Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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From the Neomarine darsena at Porto di S. Cecilia in Dervio, the wide expanse of northern Lake Como opens up. The Trimarchi 57 Sundek—a compact motorboat with twin sun decks—lets small groups and couples glide to classic lakeside towns such as Bellagio, Varenna, Menaggio, Gravedona and Colico, all without requiring a boating license.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Access the high and central lake from Dervio

Launching from Neomarine’s dock at S. Cecilia, this rental places the full width of Lake Como within reach—easy hops to the high-lake towns of Gravedona and Colico or the central gems Bellagio, Varenna and Menaggio.

THE BOAT

A compact, easy-to-handle Trimarchi 57 Sundek

The Trimarchi 57 Sundek is an agile motorboat powered by a Suzuki 40 CV ARI engine, designed for comfortable day outings with two sun decks—one fore and one aft—and a maximum capacity of six people.

THE PRACTICALS

Fuel included; flexible hourly rentals

Rentals run from two to eight hours with fuel and a sun awning included; optional insurance is available for short and long outings at set rates.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

You step aboard at the Neomarine dock in S. Cecilia, cast off and feel the compact Sundek respond to the throttle as the shore opens into long vistas. With room for six and sun pads fore and aft, the boat is set up for easy stops at lakeside towns, swimming off the hull and long, sunlit crossings across Lake Como.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Active familiesFits small families well—the boat carries up to six people and offers sun decks for relaxed, swim-and-stop days on the lake.
2
CouplesIdeal for couples seeking a private half- or full-day outing without the need for a boating license, with space to sunbathe and explore nearby towns.
3
Small groups of friendsMakes a practical day trip for groups of up to six who want flexible itineraries across the central and northern lake.
4
Pet owners or those planning onboard drinksNot a fit: animals and alcohol are explicitly forbidden on board, so travelers with pets or plans for onboard drinking should make other arrangements.

Practical planner

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Timing & Pricing

Rental durations span from two to eight hours with set prices: 2h €150, 3h €220, 4h €250, 6h €350, 7h €400, 8h €450. Optional insurance is available (€30 up to 3 hours, €50 for 4+ hours).

What’s included

Fuel and the tendalino (sun awning) are included in the rental price.

Boarding & logistics

Embarkation is at Neomarine’s darsena in Porto di S. Cecilia, Dervio; late returns incur the cost of an additional hour, and excessive dirtiness may trigger a cleaning fee of €20–€50.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Do I need a boating license to drive this boat?

No— the Trimarchi 57 S with Suzuki 40 CV ARI motor is usable without a nautical license.

How many people can the boat carry?

Maximum permitted capacity is six people.

Where do I board the boat?

Boarding takes place at the Neomarine darsena in Porto di S. Cecilia, Dervio.

Is fuel included in the price?

Yes—fuel is always included in the rental price.

Can I bring pets or alcohol on board?

No—bringing animals or alcohol on board is prohibited.

What happens if I return late or the boat is very dirty?

Late returns are charged as an additional hour; if the boat is excessively dirty upon return an extra cleaning fee of €20–€50 may be applied.