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Pricing €1,800.00
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Specifications & Equipment 5 cab · 8 berths · 3 wc
Crew
Not a crewed yacht: this boat charters without a professional crew.
Season rates
No crewed season rates for this yacht.
Water toys and diving
No water toys or diving listed for this yacht.
Cabin charter
Cabin charter (book a single cabin) is not offered for this yacht.
What KateBot thinks Strengths 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.
Who This Suits. The Bavaria 50 works well for groups of 4 to 8 wanting a properly equipped cruising yacht without breaking the bank; the five cabins give everyone reasonable privacy, which matters on a week-long trip.
What Stands Out. This 2006 Bavaria is a solid, proven design with good sailing characteristics and enough space below decks that you won't feel cramped during Adriatic cruising. The boat clearly has a full inventory of basics; you're getting a genuine working yacht, not a stripped-down budget option.
Value For Money. At 1550 euros per week from Bilice, you're looking at competitive Croatian charter pricing for a five-cabin vessel. The modest deposit and straightforward setup suggest a no-nonsense operator; this is honest value rather than a bargain that hides problems later.
One Thing To Note. At 18 years old, the Bavaria will feel less polished than newer boats, and you'll want to confirm the full equipment list with Foresail before booking, particularly life-raft certifications and electronics, since the spec provided here is fairly basic.
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The marina & destination Bilice Port · Croatia
Based at Bilice Port, Croatia. Led Zeppelin is operated by Foresail d.o.o..
Bilice Port sits on the Dalmatian coast near Šibenik, positioning you well for exploring the central Adriatic's island-studded cruising grounds. From here, week 1 typically takes you through the Šibenik archipelago and south towards the Kornati National Park, with steady northwesterly winds suiting coastwise sailing and island-hopping between sheltered anchorages. The short hop to nearby Primosten or further south to Hvar and Vis keeps distances manageable for settling into boat routines while building towards more demanding passages.
Good to know Check-in Flexible · 17:00 · out 09:00
- Location
- Bilice Port · Croatia
- Check-in
- Flexible from 17:00. Alternative times can usually be agreed with the operator at booking.
- Check-out
- By 09:00 on the return day. Empty the boat, refuel if required, then a 30-minute handover with the base manager.
- 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
- €1,000 · held at base by card swipe or cash. Refunded after handover provided the boat and inventory are returned undamaged.
- 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 via a UK broker (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Typical weather Jul · 32°C high · 14h sun
- Air high
- 12°C
- Air low
- 4°C
- Sun
- 6h / day
- Wind
- 22 km/h
- Sea
- 13°C
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 13°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 13°C
- Air low
- 4°C
- Sun
- 8h / day
- Wind
- 19 km/h
- Sea
- 13°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 13°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 16°C
- Air low
- 7°C
- Sun
- 9h / day
- Wind
- 21 km/h
- Sea
- 13°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 13°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 19°C
- Air low
- 9°C
- Sun
- 11h / day
- Wind
- 21 km/h
- Sea
- 15°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 15°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 23°C
- Air low
- 14°C
- Sun
- 12h / day
- Wind
- 19 km/h
- Sea
- 18°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 18°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 30°C
- Air low
- 18°C
- Sun
- 13h / day
- Wind
- 18 km/h
- Sea
- 22°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 22°C — warm enough for long swims.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 32°C
- Air low
- 21°C
- Sun
- 14h / day
- Wind
- 19 km/h
- Sea
- 24°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 24°C — full-summer swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 32°C
- Air low
- 21°C
- Sun
- 13h / day
- Wind
- 18 km/h
- Sea
- 25°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 25°C — full-summer swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 27°C
- Air low
- 17°C
- Sun
- 10h / day
- Wind
- 19 km/h
- Sea
- 22°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 22°C — warm enough for long swims.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 22°C
- Air low
- 13°C
- Sun
- 9h / day
- Wind
- 19 km/h
- Sea
- 19°C
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 19°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 15°C
- Air low
- 7°C
- Sun
- 7h / day
- Wind
- 22 km/h
- Sea
- 17°C
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 17°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 12°C
- Air low
- 4°C
- Sun
- 6h / day
- Wind
- 22 km/h
- Sea
- 14°C
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 14°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Sea above 20°C is comfortable swimming · above 22°C is full-summer · below 18°C feels brisk.
Frequently asked questions 14 answers
Can Led Zeppelin be rented with or without a skipper?
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Bareboat or skippered — which suits our crew?
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