Dufour 430 | First Love

Sail boat · ACI Marina Skradin · Istion Yachting

4 cab 8 berths 13.24m 2023

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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Skradin (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)

Jan

12°

6h 22

Feb

13°

8h 19

Mar

16°

9h 21

Apr

19°

11h 21

May

23°

12h 19

Jun

30°

13h 18

Jul

32°

14h 19

Aug

32°

13h 18

Sep

26°

10h 19

Oct

22°

9h 19

Nov

15°

7h 22

Dec

12°

6h 22

Prime Shoulder Off-season

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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

HR Tourist tax (final amount advised and payable at the base in cash)

Regulated rate, charged by the marina (not the operator).

€1.33 per person per night mandatory

HR SUP (FREE OF CHARGE)

Included mandatory

HR Transit Log | Sailing Yacht 42 - 46ft (Welcome kit, Dinghy, Outboard & 1st fill of gasoline, Spare bottle of cooking gas, Wifi 50GBs, set of linens and bath towels/person/week for up to 2 weeks)

Bang on the Croatia average (€200–€350 typical for boats this size).

€300 per rental mandatory

HR INTERNET Pack: Wi-Fi router (subject to GSM coverage up to 50GB/week)

Included at no extra cost. A nice touch — many operators charge €30–€50 per week for this.

Included mandatory

Refundable security deposit

Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

€2,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

HR Stand Up Paddle

€100 per week optional

HR Skipper’s fee (excl. food provisioning € 40/per day)

€1,400 per week optional

HR BBQ (Portable)

€80 per week optional

HR COMBO SUP, WIFI | SY 42-46ft. (replacing Transit Log 290€)

€350 per rental optional

HR Freelance Hostess (excl. food provisioning € 40/per day)

€180 per night optional

HR COMBO SUP, BBQ | SY 42-46ft. (replacing Transit Log 290€)

€370 per rental optional

HR Beach Towels (rental)

€5 per rental optional

HR FAST TRACK PACK | SY 42-51 and CAT up to 44ft (Fast track access to the yacht by 14h00)

€170 per rental optional

HR Automatic life jackets (per unit, per week)

€20 per rental optional

HR Safety Net per charter (Installed)

€150 per rental optional

FW CABIN CONVERSION (IF POSSIBLE)

€150 per rental optional

HR Security Deposit Reduction (plus refundable security deposit € 500)

€300 per week optional

HR INTERNET Pack: Wi-Fi router (subject to GSM coverage up to 100GB/week)

€30 per week optional

HR Pet on board (up to 7kg)

€150 per rental optional

HR Extra Linen and Bath Towels (Sets of two)

€10 per rental optional

HR OVERNIGHT EMBARKATION (Embarkation on yacht with overnight stay the day before charter starts,Check-in by 13:00 hrs on charter start day. Subject to last minute availability of yacht on previous day)

€150 per rental optional

HR Extra Cleaning

Free optional

HR Freelance Cook (excl. food provisioning € 40/per day)

€1,400 per week optional

HR COMBO SUP, BBQ, WIFI | SY 42-46ft. (replacing Transit Log 290€)

€390 per rental optional

INTERNET PACK Wi-Fi router for Internet aboard | Unlimited

€90 per week optional

4 Cabins

8 Berths

2 Toilets

13m Length

Length13.24m

Beam4.3m

Cabins4

Berths8

WC2

Year2023

TypeSail boat

Deposit€2,000

Equipment (23 aboard · 29 not)

Refrigerator
Radio-CD player
Cockpit speakers
Wi-Fi & Internet
Cockpit cushions
Electric toilet
Solar Panels
Holding tank
Autopilot
Chart plotter
Chart plotter in cockpit
Lazy jack
Bimini
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Outboard engine
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle
Air condition
Heating
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Game console
Convertible table
Generator
Inverter
Water maker
Outside Steering Position
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Hydraulic gangway
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Teak Cockpit
Teak deck
Railing net
Dinghy
Diving equipment

BOW THRUSTER, BBQ, SOLAR PANELS, ELECTRIC WC, FREE WIFI, 1x SUP FREE OF CHARGE, OUTBOARD INCLUDED

Perfect for families This 2023 Dufour 430 suits groups and families wanting a modern, well-equipped cruiser without breaking the bank. Four cabins and eight berths give you genuine sleeping flexibility, whether you're sailing with friends or keeping cabins for privacy.

Thoughtful spec The bow thruster and lazy jack system make single-handed sailing realistic, whilst solar panels and Wi-Fi keep you connected without draining batteries. Cockpit amenities like the bimini, sprayhood, and barbecue turn lounging into a proper holiday rather than just crew duty.

Strong value proposition A brand-new Dufour 430 from a 5-star operator (Istion Yachting) at a modest €2,000 deposit suggests genuinely competitive daily rates, you're getting current-season kit without premium pricing. The snorkeling gear and SUP board included is a nice touch for Mediterranean or Caribbean bases.

One heads-up Dufour 430s are spacious but not enormous; if you're chartering with eight people for two weeks, cabin storage and galley space will feel snug. Confirm the base location with Istion, it matters hugely for your flight connections from the US or Europe.

AI-assisted insight based on yacht specifications. Our charter experts can provide personalised advice.

The marina & destination

Based at ACI Marina Skradin, in Skradin, Croatia. First Love is operated by Istion Yachting.

Obala Pavla Šubica 18

Why this is a great starting point

ACI Marina Skradin sits at the gateway to the Krka River estuary and the central Dalmatian islands, making it ideal for week-one exploration of sheltered waters and small anchorages within 15-20 nautical miles. From here you can reach the Kornati archipelago to the south (a protected national park with dramatic limestone islands) or cruise north toward Sibenik and the Trogir area, with consistent summer northwesterlies providing reliable sailing. The marina itself offers good facilities and lies far enough inland to provide shelter from stronger Adriatic swells, though note that summer thermals and wind-shadow effects can make mornings light.

Can First Love be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter First Love bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.

What sailing licence do I need to charter First Love?

Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.

What's included in the charter price?

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.

What additional costs should I expect at the base?

Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.

How does the security deposit work?

The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

Can I cancel my charter booking?

Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.

Is the yacht insured?

Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.

What documents do I need to bring?

You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.

What payment methods are accepted?

Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.