PIA M (Bavaria Cruiser 40)
Marina Zadar
Weekly prices€1,878 · 26 Sep – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 7 berths (6+1) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
15 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.
Solid mid-range choice The Bavaria Cruiser 40 is a proven, well-built platform that suits families and small groups wanting comfort without breaking the bank. At 12.3 metres with three cabins and seven berths, you get decent space for a week's sailing without the complexity of a larger vessel.
Practical standout features The bow thruster, autopilot, and chart plotter in the cockpit are genuine time-savers for bareboat sailing, and the teak cockpit adds durability in changeable weather. A dinghy and sprayhood are included, which keeps your costs down compared to similar-sized boats elsewhere.
Value proposition At around €2,066 per week with a modest €2,000 deposit, this Bavaria represents fair pricing for a 13-year-old boat with solid equipment. You're not paying for brand-new gloss, but you're getting a reliable workhorse that's been trusted in charter fleets for years.
One practical note The base location isn't specified in your data, so I'd recommend confirming where Albatros Yachting operates and checking flight times from your nearest hub, that'll affect your total trip logistics more than the boat itself.
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The marina & destination Marina Zadar · Croatia
Based at Marina Zadar, Croatia . PIA M is operated by Albatros Yachting.
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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