Matija (Bavaria Cruiser 37)
Marina Zadar
Weekly prices€1,400 · 3 Oct – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families The Bavaria Cruiser 37 is an excellent choice if you're flying in from the US or Europe with family or friends, three cabins sleep up to eight people comfortably, making it great value for group charters. It's a forgiving, well-designed cruiser that doesn't demand expert sailing skills, so mixed-ability crews will enjoy it.
Smart modern kit This 2019 boat comes well-equipped for independent cruising: autopilot takes the strain, solar panels mean less engine time, and the chart plotter handles navigation while you relax with the cockpit speakers. The teak cockpit and sprayhood add real comfort for long days on the water.
Solid value proposition At 11.3 metres with three cabins, you're getting genuine cruising space without paying superyacht prices, the €2,000 deposit is straightforward, and solar panels help keep running costs down. For a 2019 Bavaria, this represents fair mid-range charter pricing.
One practical note The listing doesn't specify the exact base location (likely Croatia given the operator name CRO-MAR), so confirm flight logistics, most Adriatic bases are 1-2 hours from Split or Dubrovnik airports, making it accessible but not a quick hop from the UK or US. Check whether CRO-MAR handles airport transfers to avoid last-minute scrambling.
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The marina & destination Marina Zadar · Croatia
Based at Marina Zadar, Croatia . Matija is operated by CRO-MAR.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Zadar · 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
- €2,000
- 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 there4 airports nearby
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 routes3 hand-picked itineraries
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
Where charters went
Zadar, Sukošan and Biograd
- Hramina14%
- Luka Sali13%
- Uvala Lojena11%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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