Palagruža (Classsic dalmatian boat)
Marina Zenta
Weekly prices€2,200 · 24 Apr – 15 May
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Specifications & Equipment2 cab · 5 berths (4+1) · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
100 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.
Character & Heritage Palagruža is a beautifully preserved 1926 motor sailer with genuine period charm, she's a proper classic rather than a reproduction. If you love authentic wooden boats with history and don't mind trading modern convenience for character, this vessel rewards you with an experience you simply can't replicate on a newer charter boat.
Who Should Book This suits couples, small families, or friends seeking a slow-travel, nostalgic voyage rather than high-speed exploration. You'll appreciate her if you're drawn to maritime heritage, comfortable with compact spaces, and willing to embrace a gentler pace of cruising.
Honest Trade-offs The 12-metre length and 2-cabin layout mean genuinely cosy quarters, fine for two couples or a family, but tight if anyone values personal space. While she has air-con, Wi-Fi, and modern essentials, a 1926 hull is still a 1926 hull: expect quirks, slower speeds, and maintenance surprises that come with vintage vessels.
Value Assessment At €1,000 deposit, the pricing appears competitive for a classic boat with real character and an experienced operator (Leut Vagabundo Charter). Just confirm base location and total weekly cost before booking, the operator's location will determine your flight logistics from the UK or Europe.
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The marina & destination Marina Zenta · Croatia
Based at Marina Zenta, Croatia . Palagruža is operated by Leut Vagabundo Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Zenta · 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
- €1,000
- 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, Trogir and the Makarska Riviera
- Uvala Stonca44%
- ACI Palmižana36%
- Stari Grad23%
Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Split, Kaštela, Trogir and the Makarska Riviera went
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