"LADY BUTTERFLY" (Bavaria 40 Cruiser)
Marina Tučepi
Weekly prices€1,400 · 30 Sep – 31 Oct
Weeks near your dates
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
17 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 Lady Butterfly suits groups of up to six looking for a relaxed Adriatic escape without breaking the bank. The three-cabin layout works well for two couples or a family, and the included dinghy opens up hidden coves that bigger charters can't reach.
Well-equipped cruiser This Bavaria delivers practical cruising gear: bow thruster for tight anchorages, autopilot for longer passages, radar and chart plotter for navigation, plus solar panels to keep the batteries topped up. The snorkeling kit and bimini cover show the operator understands what makes a bareboat holiday actually enjoyable.
Honest value proposition At 12 metres and 2009-built, you're getting a proven, no-nonsense cruiser rather than a showpiece. The modest €1,700 deposit suggests competitive rates, though you'll want to confirm the weekly charter cost directly with Butterfly Water Sports, as it's not listed here.
One practical note Croatia's charter bases typically require a flight into Dubrovnik, Split, or Zagreb, then a drive or short domestic flight to the Dalmatian coast. Factor in transfer time when planning your arrival, but the Adriatic's protected waters and island-hopping make the journey worthwhile.
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The marina & destination Marina Tučepi · Croatia
Based at Marina Tučepi, Croatia . "LADY BUTTERFLY" is operated by Butterfly Water Sports Croatia.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Tučepi · 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
- €1,700
- 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
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