Vidra (Beneteau First 21.7)
MCI Marine Club International
Weekly prices€693 · 26 Sep – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment1 cab · 4 berths (2+2)
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
20 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.
Compact pocket rocket. The First 21.7 is a nimble day-sailor or short-break boat that punches above its weight for speed and handling. At 6.2m, it's genuinely fun to sail single-handed or with a small crew, making it ideal if you're after active sailing rather than resort-style floating.
Smart efficiency touches. Solar panels and triple outboard engines (likely for redundancy) show practical thinking, while the gennaker and autopilot mean you can enjoy both spirited sailing and easier cruising depending on conditions. The lazy bag is a genuine quality-of-life feature for quick sail handling.
Tight sleeping quarters. One cabin with four berths means close quarters, realistic for two couples on a long weekend, less comfortable if you need privacy or are chartering with teenagers. This is a boat for people who actually like sailing, not floating hotels.
Keen value, with a catch. At just €600 deposit through CroSails, the entry cost is refreshingly low, though you'll want to confirm the total charter rate and whether the base location (not listed here) suits your travel plans. If you're flying in from the US or UK, factor in whether the charter base is reasonably accessible from a major airport, that can make or break a short break.
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The marina & destination MCI Marine Club International · Croatia
Based at MCI Marine Club International, Croatia . Vidra is operated by CroSails.
Good to know
- Location
- MCI Marine Club International · 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
- €600
- 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
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