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Pricing €275.00
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Early Check in (from 13.00) (in agreement with the charter base) €200.00
Skipper + food €225.00
At base
Extra bedlinen €66.00
Stand up paddle (SUP) €130.00
WIFI free in the marina Punat, to bring 25 Euros - 50 GB €25.00
Security net - without installation €50.00
Dingy €100.00
Non-refundable deposit (500 Euros refundable) €250.00
Pets on board €200.00
Additional towels €66.00
Late return (next day until 9.00) ( in agreement with the charter base ) €200.00
Security net - with installation €150.00
Outboard engine €100.00
Wakeboard including lines,Tube... €75.00
Final figures confirmed at quote — applies any active discounts and locks the operator's per-unit rates.
Specifications & Equipment 5 cab · 11 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
18 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 It Suits. This Bavaria 50 works well for larger groups or families wanting comfortable sailing without premium pricing; 11 berths across 5 cabins means you can split costs effectively and still have private sleeping quarters. It's a straightforward, well-proven platform that doesn't demand experienced skippers, though competent sailors will appreciate its predictable handling.
Strong Points Here. The Bavaria 50 is a popular charter workhorse built for reliability rather than flash, so maintenance tends to be solid and parts availability is excellent. At nearly 16 metres with a spacious saloon and cockpit, you get decent volume for the money, and the Adriatic base puts you within reach of stunning Croatian islands with minimal passage-making.
Value Assessment. Pricing from €1850 weekly is genuinely competitive for a five-cabin boat of this size in the Adriatic; you're paying for function and space rather than age or name. The modest €1500 deposit is straightforward, though confirm what equipment (autopilot, GPS, dinghy, tender) is included as standards vary by operator.
One Real Caveat. This is a 2008 build, so expect some cosmetic wear and older electronics; Charter Service Punat should be transparent about recent refits or upgrades to avoid surprises when you arrive. If you're flying from North America or northern Europe, factor in the drive or connecting flight to reach Marina Punat in Krk.
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The marina & destination Marina Punat · Croatia
Based at Marina Punat, Croatia. Prominea is operated by Charter Service Punat.
Marina Punat sits on Krk Island and offers sheltered access to the northern Adriatic's best week-one cruising grounds; you can reach the Velebit Channel and explore the Velebit Islands within a day's sail, or head south toward Rab and Pag with reliable northwesterly winds behind you. The marina itself provides good provisioning and a quiet base away from busier charter hubs, making it ideal if you want to avoid crowds while accessing protected anchorages and small island villages throughout the Kvarner Gulf.
Good to know Check-in Flexible · 17:00 · out 09:00
- Location
- Marina Punat · 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
- €1,500 · 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 · 30°C high · 13h sun
- Air high
- 11°C
- Air low
- 6°C
- Sun
- 5h / day
- Wind
- 28 km/h
- Sea
- 13°C
Heavy — experienced crews only, shelter in lee.
Sea 13°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 12°C
- Air low
- 7°C
- Sun
- 7h / day
- Wind
- 24 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
- 15°C
- Air low
- 9°C
- Sun
- 8h / day
- Wind
- 24 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
- 17°C
- Air low
- 11°C
- Sun
- 10h / day
- Wind
- 23 km/h
- Sea
- 15°C
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 15°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 21°C
- Air low
- 15°C
- Sun
- 12h / day
- Wind
- 22 km/h
- Sea
- 18°C
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 18°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 27°C
- Air low
- 20°C
- Sun
- 13h / day
- Wind
- 20 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
- 30°C
- Air low
- 23°C
- Sun
- 13h / day
- Wind
- 20 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
- 30°C
- Air low
- 23°C
- Sun
- 13h / day
- Wind
- 21 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
- 24°C
- Air low
- 19°C
- Sun
- 10h / day
- Wind
- 21 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
- 20°C
- Air low
- 15°C
- Sun
- 9h / day
- Wind
- 25 km/h
- Sea
- 19°C
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 19°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 15°C
- Air low
- 10°C
- Sun
- 6h / day
- Wind
- 28 km/h
- Sea
- 17°C
Heavy — experienced crews only, shelter in lee.
Sea 17°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
- Air high
- 12°C
- Air low
- 8°C
- Sun
- 6h / day
- Wind
- 23 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
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