ZEPHYR (Beneteau First 45)
Marina Kaštela
Weekly prices€2,590 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
13 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 cruiser for groups The First 45 is a proven, manageable cruiser that suits small groups or families wanting a hands-on sailing experience without oversized complexity. With 3 cabins and 8 berths, it's efficient for 4, 6 people comfortably, or up to 8 if you don't mind tight quarters.
Practical setup You get the essentials done right: chart plotter for navigation confidence, spinnaker for downwind fun, and a working galley with refrigeration. The sprayhood keeps spray at bay in rougher conditions, and electric toilet means no manual pumping, small comfort, big difference on a week-long charter.
Good value proposition At this size and age (2013), the €2,000 deposit is reasonable, and the operational costs should be manageable compared to larger yachts. You're paying for a workhorse, not brand-new flash, which means realistic pricing without cutting corners on safety gear.
Know the base first The operator details are blank here, so confirm where Sailing Forever is actually based, that'll determine your travel logistics from the airport and whether English-speaking support is readily available during your charter.
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The marina & destination Marina Kaštela · Croatia
Based at Marina Kaštela, Croatia . ZEPHYR is operated by Sailing Forever.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Kaštela · 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
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