Živa (Bavaria 40 BT '13)
D-Marin Dalmacija Marina
Weekly prices€1,400 · 26 Sep – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
13 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.
Solid family cruiser The Bavaria Cruiser 40 is a well-proven platform that suits groups of 4, 8 sailors who want a comfortable, manageable boat without steep learning curves. At 12.4 metres, she's roomy enough for families or friends but still accessible for less experienced skippers, no mega-yacht complexity here.
Practical features You're getting the essentials: bow thruster (a real convenience in tight anchorages), autopilot for longer passages, and a dinghy included, which matters when exploring Adriatic coves. The sprayhood and bimini keep the sun and spray manageable during Croatia's warm sailing season, and the refrigerator helps on week-long charters.
Fair value proposition At €1,418 per week with a modest €1,500 deposit, this sits in the middle ground, neither budget-basement nor premium-priced. Adriatic Charter's 4.7-star rating across 7 reviews suggests reliable turnarounds and honest maintenance, which counts for real money on a 2013 build.
One honest note The boat is now over a decade old, so mechanical surprises occasionally happen on older vessels. Request a detailed pre-charter condition report and confirm exactly what's included in your damage waiver, it'll save stress if the radio glitches or the fridge plays up mid-week.
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The marina & destination D-Marin Dalmacija Marina · Croatia
Based at D-Marin Dalmacija Marina, Croatia . Živa is operated by Adriatic Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- D-Marin Dalmacija Marina · Croatia
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) and VHF radio licence are required for bareboat charter. Sailing CV listing your previous yachts and miles is checked on arrival.
- Security deposit
- €1,500
- 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 there4 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.
Closest for Sukošan, Biograd, and Northern Dalmatia. Direct seasonal flights from London, Manchester, and most German cities.
Central Dalmatia hub: Split, Trogir, Hvar bases. Busiest summer route; expect crowds in July-August.
Southern Dalmatia: Dubrovnik, the Pelješac peninsula, the Elaphiti islands.
Istria: Pula, Rovinj, Poreč. Smaller airport; convenient for Italian and Austrian arrivals.
Possible routes3 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.
Northern Dalmatia & the Kornati Loop
Kornati National Park is empty coves, no shore power, true wilderness sailing. The route most people quietly call their best charter ever.
1Sukošan / Zadar
2Žut
3Telašćica
4Sali (Dugi Otok)
5Sukošan return
Central Dalmatia · the Hvar Circuit
Mixes the lively (Hvar town, Bol beach) with the still untouched (Vis, away from the cruise routes).
1Split
2Brač
3Hvar
4Vis
5Šolta
Istria & Kvarner
Italian-influenced architecture, the warmest water in Croatia by mid-July, fewer charter boats than further south.
1Pula
2Rovinj
3Cres
4Krk
Where charters went
Zadar, Sukošan and Biograd
- Hramina14%
- Luka Sali13%
- Uvala Lojena11%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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