Sara (Dufour 390 Grand Large)
Marina Kaštela
Weekly prices€1,871 · 10 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for families
The Dufour 390 is a popular mid-sized cruiser that suits families or groups of up to eight looking for comfort without complexity. The three-cabin layout sleeps well, and the 2019 build means systems are modern and reliable.
Well-equipped choice
Sara stands out with genuinely useful kit: solar panels and an inverter for off-grid comfort, a bow thruster for tight anchorages, and a teak cockpit that feels special. The sprayhood and bimini mean you're protected from sun and spray, important for longer passages.
Solid value story
Ban Tours has a perfect 5-star rating across six reviews, which speaks volumes about their maintenance standards and customer care. The €1,500 deposit is reasonable, and you're getting a well-maintained 2019 yacht with practical cruising gear included.
One realistic note
The charter base location isn't shown in your data, so confirm airport proximity and transfer times before booking, long transfers can eat into your first day. Once you land, this boat rewards straightforward sailing and will feel confidence-building rather than demanding.
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The marina & destination Marina Kaštela · Croatia
Based at Marina Kaštela, Croatia . Sara is operated by Ban Tours.
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
- €1,500
- 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 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 WentSplit, Kaštela, Trogir and the Makarska Riviera
- Uvala Stonca44%
- ACI Palmižana36%
- Stari Grad23%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Split, Kaštela, Trogir and the Makarska Riviera went
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