Verdi (Bavaria 55 BT '12)
2012 · 16.8 m · 5 cabins · 12 berths
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Weekly prices
Specifications & Equipment
16.8m · 2012 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
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14 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 larger groups With five cabins and 12 berths, Verdi works beautifully for multi-family holidays or groups of friends wanting to split costs, that weekly rate becomes very reasonable per person. The Bavaria 55 Cruiser is a well-proven design that prioritizes comfort and livability over racing performance.
Solid cruising comfort You get genuinely useful kit here: bow thruster for tight anchorages, autopilot for longer passages, a swimming platform with diving ladder, and a proper galley with refrigeration. The bimini and sprayhood keep sun and spray manageable in the Adriatic, where afternoon thermals can kick up quickly.
Strong value proposition At €2,030 per week with a reputable operator (4.7-star rating), this represents fair pricing for a 12-berth yacht in a popular Mediterranean base. The deposit is modest, and Adriatic Charter's solid feedback suggests reliable maintenance and helpful support.
One practical note The 2012 build age is honest; systems like the radio-CD and TV won't impress, though they work fine. If you're flying from North America or northern Europe, factor in travel time to the Adriatic, it's not a quick hop, but once you're there, the sailing and anchoring grounds are exceptional.
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Where Charters Went
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Zadar, Sukošan and Biograd during the 2026 season so far. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Hramina appeared on 14% of trips, Luka Sali on 13% and Uvala Lojena on 11%. Vrgada was the most common first night, while Hramina led last nights at 7%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 48% of trips, with 23% staying under 20 nm.
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Zadar, Sukošan and Biograd for this type of boat.
- Hramina14%
- Luka Sali13%
- Uvala Lojena11%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
D-Marin Dalmacija Marina
Based at D-Marin Dalmacija Marina, Croatia . Verdi is operated by Adriatic Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- D-Marin Dalmacija Marina · 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
- €2,500
- 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 there
Flights to Croatia
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 routes
Croatia · the Adriatic
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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