Bavaria Cruiser 45 | Santa Maria

Sail boat · Ece Marina · BBS Yachting

4 cab 8 berths 14.27m 2012

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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Fethiye (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)

Jan

17°

8h 12

Feb

16°

10h 14

Mar

19°

10h 14

Apr

21°

11h 14

May

25°

13h 14

Jun

31°

14h 13

Jul

35°

14h 14

Aug

33°

13h 13

Sep

30°

12h 14

Oct

26°

10h 13

Nov

22°

9h 14

Dec

18°

8h 13

Prime Shoulder Off-season

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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

Service pack (Includes Transitlog, Bed-linen, Towels, Gas Bottle)

Standard end-of-charter cleaning + bed linen, charged across the industry.

€400 per rental mandatory

Refundable security deposit

Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

€2,750 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Skipper + food

€180 per night optional

Outboard motor

€100 per week optional

Wi-Fi on board

€80 per week optional

4 Cabins

8 Berths

3 Toilets

14m Length

Length14.27m

Beam4.35m

Cabins4

Berths8

WC3

Year2012

TypeSail boat

Deposit€2,750

Equipment (14 aboard · 38 not)

Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Radio-CD player
Cockpit cushions
Autopilot
Chart plotter
Chart plotter in cockpit
Bimini
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Teak Cockpit
Teak deck
Dinghy
Air condition
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
DVD player
Cockpit speakers
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Electric toilet
Generator
Solar Panels
Inverter
Water maker
Holding tank
Outside Steering Position
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Outboard engine
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Hydraulic gangway
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Railing net
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle

Well-suited cruiser The Bavaria Cruiser 45 "Santa Maria" is perfect for families or small groups of 6, 8 people wanting a comfortable, relatively easy sail without excessive complexity. The four cabins and modern conveniences like heating, refrigeration, and a TV mean everyone sleeps well and there's room to spread out, ideal if you're chartering with friends or multi-generational family.

Comfort-focused features The teak cockpit, bimini, and sprayhood make for genuinely pleasant time on deck, while the bow thruster and autopilot take stress out of manoeuvring and longer passages. Solid spec for a 2012 build, and the chart plotter in the cockpit is a nice touch for real-time navigation.

Reasonable value proposition At 14.3 metres with eight berths and a well-equipped layout, you're getting decent volume per person, deposit of €2,750 is moderate. BBS Yachting's perfect 5-star rating (though only two reviews) suggests reliable service, which matters when you're flying long-haul to an unfamiliar base.

One honest note We don't have the base location in your details, so double-check airport proximity and whether transfers are straightforward, that can easily add 2, 3 hours to your arrival day from a major European hub.

AI-assisted insight based on yacht specifications. Our charter experts can provide personalised advice.

The marina & destination

Based at Ece Marina, in Fethiye, Turkey. Santa Maria is operated by BBS Yachting.

Karagözler, Fevzi Cakmak Cd.

Why this is a great starting point

Ece Marina sits in Fethiye's well-protected bay on Turkey's southwest coast, making it ideal for week 1 exploration of the Lycian coast's pine-backed anchorages and island-hopping grounds. Light northwesterly winds typically allow you to reach the Red Island group, Oludeniz lagoon, and the Ekincik river delta within easy day-sail distances; the sheltered bays here offer good holding and few other boats early in the season. The marina itself provides reliable facilities and a straightforward departure point before venturing further east toward Gocek or west toward Dalyan.

Can Santa Maria be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Santa Maria bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.

What sailing licence do I need to charter Santa Maria?

Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.

What's included in the charter price?

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.

What additional costs should I expect at the base?

Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.

How does the security deposit work?

The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

Can I cancel my charter booking?

Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.

Is the yacht insured?

Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.

What documents do I need to bring?

You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.

What payment methods are accepted?

Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.

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