Scorpion (Bavaria 44)
Rijeka
Weekly prices€1,790 · 26 Sep – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 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 44 Scorpion suits groups or families wanting comfortable bareboat sailing without breaking the bank. Four cabins sleeping eight make it ideal for splitting costs across a larger party, and the teak cockpit with cushions promises relaxed evenings after exploring anchorages.
Solid practical features This boat comes properly equipped for a proper sailing holiday, bow thruster for easy marina work, autopilot for longer passages, and solar panels plus an inverter keeping your devices charged even off-grid. The sprayhood and bimini mean you're covered in dodgy weather, and Wi-Fi keeps you loosely tethered to the world if needed.
Genuinely good value At €1,860 per week split four ways, you're looking at under €500 per cabin, excellent for a 2003 Bavaria with this spec and cabin count. The €1,500 deposit is reasonable, and the breadth of gear (heating, fridge, dinghy included) means minimal surprise add-ons.
One honest note At 21 years old, this vessel will likely show her age cosmetically and may need slightly more hands-on troubleshooting than a newer boat, nothing unusual for a bareboat at this price point, but worth factoring into your confidence level if you're a first-time charter group.
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The marina & destination Rijeka · Croatia
Based at Rijeka, Croatia . Scorpion is operated by Scorpion Yacht Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- Rijeka · 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
Kvarner (Krk, Rijeka and Cres)
- Mali Lošinj21%
- Belveder21%
- Uvala Bokinić15%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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