Pillabans (Bavaria 38)
Real Club Nautico de Vigo
Weekly prices€1,623 · 30 Sep – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
23 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Perfect for families The Bavaria 38 suits groups of up to six looking for a comfortable, well-equipped cruising boat without breaking the bank. Three cabins give everyone decent privacy, and the practical layout makes her easy to handle for mixed sailing abilities.
Solid cruising kit You get genuinely useful extras here , a water maker (great for longer trips), snorkeling gear, dinghy, and teak cockpit all included. The lazy bag and sprayhood show this boat's been set up for real sailing comfort, not just basics.
Good value proposition At 21 years old, she's well-maintained and offers more equipment than many newer boats in her class at comparable daily rates. The €2,500 deposit is reasonable for a yacht this size.
One realistic note Older boats mean slightly more variable condition season to season, so it's worth doing a thorough pre-charter walk-around with the Sailway team on arrival. Ask specifically about engine hours and any recent major services , it matters on a 2003 model.
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The marina & destination Real Club Nautico de Vigo · Spain
Based at Real Club Nautico de Vigo, Spain . Pillabans is operated by Sailway.
Good to know
- Location
- Real Club Nautico de Vigo · Spain
- Licences
- Spanish PER, RYA Day Skipper, or ICC accepted plus VHF licence. The Balearics enforce more strictly than the mainland coast: bring originals, not photocopies.
- Security deposit
- €2,500
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there2 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Balearic Islands hub: Palma is the largest base and the busiest airport. Cabs and shuttle services to every Mallorca marina.
Ibiza and Formentera bases. Summer-heavy; book transfers ahead.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Mallorca circumnavigation
The two-night Cabrera permit must be booked weeks ahead, your operator will sort it.
1Palma
2Cabrera
3Pollença
4Sóller
Ibiza & Formentera
Short distances, party-or-not your call, the clearest water in the Med.
1Ibiza Town
2Formentera
3Espalmador
4San Antonio
Where charters went
Galicia (Rias Baixas)
- Combarro44%
- Sanxenxo33%
- Porto de Pedras Negras33%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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