Ocean Caresser (Bavaria 46 Cruiser)
Marina di Valletta
Weekly prices€5,000 · 1 Jul – 1 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
20 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.
Ideal for families The Bavaria 46 Cruiser suits families or small groups wanting comfortable cruising without breaking the bank. With four cabins and eight berths, everyone gets reasonable private space, rare at this price point.
Well-equipped cruiser Ocean Caresser packs thoughtful kit: solar panels and inverter for self-sufficiency, bow thruster for easy docking, autopilot for relaxed sailing, and a bimini plus sprayhood for Mediterranean sun protection. The teak deck and cockpit cushions suggest decent maintenance standards.
Strong value proposition At €5,143 per week from Malta, this 2006 Bavaria offers solid crewed day-sailing and week-long cruising without premium pricing. The deposit is modest, and you're chartering from an established sailing school operator, a positive sign for support and fleet upkeep.
Age consideration She's 18 years old, so while the equipment list looks comprehensive, factor in that older vessels occasionally throw surprises mid-charter. Request a recent survey report and confirm exactly which systems are regularly serviced. Malta's central Mediterranean location does mean relatively short flights from the UK or US, which helps offset the long-haul element.
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The marina & destination Marina di Valletta · Malta
Based at Marina di Valletta, Malta . Ocean Caresser is operated by Sailing School Malta.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di Valletta · Malta
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- Security deposit
- €2,000
- 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).
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