HARPIA (Beneteau Oceanis 48)
Marina Kaštela
Weekly prices€2,990 · 26 Sep – 7 Nov
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups With 5 cabins sleeping 12, Harpia is ideal for larger parties, families, friends, or corporate groups looking to share costs on a Mediterranean or Atlantic charter. The 2017 Oceanis 48 is a proven, spacious cruiser that handles well in mixed conditions.
Well-equipped vessel You're getting solid kit here: modern chart plotter, autopilot for longer passages, a teak deck that looks gorgeous, and a sprayhood for comfort in choppier waters. The stand-up paddle board is a nice bonus for exploring anchorages and keeping active between sails.
Reasonable value proposition A modest €2,000 deposit suggests competitive weekly rates for a boat this size and age. If you're splitting costs five ways with full cabins, the per-person daily cost becomes genuinely attractive compared to land-based holidays.
One honest note With 12 berths, some cabins will be snug, confirm sleeping arrangements before booking, especially if anyone has mobility concerns or prefers privacy. The Oceanis 48 is comfortable, but it's a working boat, not a floating villa, so manage expectations around personal space on larger groups.
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The marina & destination Marina Kaštela · Croatia
Based at Marina Kaštela, Croatia . HARPIA 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
Where charters went
Split, Kaštela and Trogir
- Uvala Stonca44%
- ACI Palmižana36%
- Stari Grad23%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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