Astra (Bavaria Cruiser 51)
2017 · 15 m · 5 cabins · 12 berths
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Weekly prices€3,938 · 3 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Great family option The Bavaria Cruiser 51 is a solid, modern cruiser that suits families and small groups looking for comfortable bareboat sailing in a spacious layout. With 5 cabins and 12 berths, you've got room to spread out , no cramped quarters on this one.
Smart practical kit She's well-equipped for independent cruising with autopilot, chart plotter, bow thruster, and a swimming platform that'll be a real hit on warm-water charters. The bimini will keep the sun at bay during longer days on the water, and the dinghy lets you explore anchorages properly.
Solid value proposition At 15 metres with five cabins, this represents decent value for groups splitting costs , you're getting genuine cruising comfort without paying superyacht rates. The €4,500 deposit is reasonable and suggests the weekly hire price sits in the accessible mid-range for this class.
One honest note We'd need to know the charter base location to advise on flight connections and logistics from your side of the Atlantic , that matters a lot when you're flying long-haul. Once you've got that detail sorted, this is a trustworthy, unsexy workhorse that delivers exactly what it promises.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Calanque de la Catena, 40% of trips
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena 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.
Calanque de la Catena appeared on 40% of trips, Cala Renella on 34% and Cannigione on 15%. Il Pevero was the most common first night at 9%, while Cala Renella led last nights at 9%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 71% of trips.
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 Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena for this type of boat.
- Calanque de la Catena40%
- Cala Renella34%
- Cannigione15%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena went
The marina & destination Marina di Portisco · Italy
Based at Marina di Portisco, Italy . Astra is operated by Cruising Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina di Portisco · Italy
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence and VHF certificate are required. Italian operators ask for a sailing CV; conditions are stricter in the Aeolian Islands than on the mainland.
- Security deposit
- €4,500
- 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 there3 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.
Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
Possible routes2 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.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
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