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Port Grimaud · France

Ti Dodo IV (Bavaria C42)


2023 · 12.4 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths

Weekly prices€3,300 · 3 Oct – 31 Dec
Availability on application
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Specifications & Equipment 3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc

12.4m · 2023 · Sail boat

Deck plan
Length12.4m
Beam4.3m
Cabins3
Berths6
WC2
Year2023
TypeSail boat
Security Deposit€4,000
About the Bavaria C42 Builder's video · 1 min
Naval architect
Cossutti Yacht Design
Launched
2020
Hull type
Monohull

Video: BAVARIA YACHTS on YouTubeBavaria C42 at bavariayachts.com

What KateBot thinks Strengths and trade-offs

KateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for smaller groups. This 2023 Bavaria C42 sleeps six across three cabins, making it ideal for couples or small families who want their own space without paying for a massive boat. The layout works well for mixed-age crews where privacy matters.

Well-equipped modern boat. You're getting genuinely useful kit here, bow thruster for tight anchorages, electric winches to ease the workload, autopilot for longer passages, and a sprayhood plus bimini for comfort in variable weather. The teak deck and lazy bag are nice touches that suggest thoughtful ownership.

Solid value proposition. At 12.4 metres, this is an efficient size that doesn't demand a huge charter budget while still offering genuine comfort and modern conveniences. The €4,000 deposit is reasonable and suggests competitive daily rates for a 2023 boat in this class.

Base location unclear. We don't have the charter base listed, so you'll want to confirm where this yacht operates, whether it's a Mediterranean, Atlantic, or Caribbean location will affect your flight logistics and what sailing conditions you'll actually encounter. Once you know the base, we can advise on airport transfers and whether there's English-speaking support on-site.

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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Plateau du Milieu, 36% of trips
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If you're planning a yacht charter from Saint-Tropez, Saint-Raphaël, Cannes and Antibes, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.

We can help you work through a charter route from Saint-Tropez, Saint-Raphaël, Cannes and Antibes for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.

  1. Plateau du Milieu36%
  2. Rade de Porquerolles24%
  3. Baie de Briande20%

These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.

The marina & destination Port Grimaud · France

Port Grimaud

Based at Port Grimaud, France . Ti Dodo IV is operated by Arcadie Plaisance.

Coordinates43.2740° N, 6.5814° EView marina on Google MapsMap data: Natural Earth
Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Port Grimaud · France
Licences
ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence accepted plus VHF. Corsican operators check thoroughly; Côte d'Azur operators usually rely on a sailing CV plus a brief on-water check.
Security deposit
€4,000
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).
Getting there 3 airports nearby

Flights to France

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

NiceNCE~20 km · 30 min

Côte d'Azur: Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Tropez bases. Many low-cost European connections.

AjaccioAJA~5 km · 15 min

Corsica west: Ajaccio, Propriano. Smaller airport; connect via Paris or Marseille.

BastiaBIA~20 km · 25 min

Corsica east. Closer if you're starting from Saint-Florent or Bastia bases.

Possible routes 2 hand-picked itineraries

France · French Riviera and Corsica

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Côte d'Azur7 days · ~100 nm · 4 stops

Glamorous but moorings are pricey in summer; alternate marina nights with anchor nights.

1Antibes
Charter base; Picasso museum and the old harbour.
2Cannes
Skip the film-festival weeks. Île Sainte-Marguerite for a quiet anchorage.
3St Tropez
Famous harbour; book or anchor in Pampelonne Bay nearby.
4Porquerolles
Île d'Or national park; protected anchorages, pine forests.
Corsica · north and west7-10 days · ~160 nm · 5 stops

Wild, mountainous, and far less crowded than the mainland, Corsica is a different charter than people expect.

1Ajaccio
Charter base; Napoleon's birthplace.
2Sanguinaires
Granite islands at sunset; anchor in the lee.
3Girolata
No road access, only by boat or trail. The most special stop on the route.
4Calvi
Citadel town; sheltered bay; provisions available.
5Saint-Florent
Gateway to the Désert des Agriates beaches.

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A similar match, a premium step-up, and a different boat type, from the same waters.

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