Sandra (Dufour 430 Grand Large)
2022 · 13.2 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€3,500 · 17 Oct – 2 Jan
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for mixed groups The Dufour 430 is a brilliant four-cabin cruiser that sleeps eight comfortably, making it perfect for families or friends splitting costs on a week-long adventure. The 2022 build means everything's modern and reliable, which matters when you're flying in from abroad and want hassle-free sailing.
Well-equipped and thoughtful Solar panels, electric winches, heating, and an autopilot take the grunt work out of sailing, while the swimming platform and bimini keep everyone happy on downtime. The inverter and fridge mean proper provisioning, not roughing it, plus an electric toilet removes one common boat gripe.
Solid value proposition At this size and specification, the €2,000 deposit is reasonable, and you're getting a near-new boat that won't nickel-and-dime you with breakdowns mid-charter. The five-star Sailway rating (albeit from one review) is a good sign, though you might want to dig into what that reviewer actually did.
One small note: We don't have the base location listed here, so I can't comment on airport proximity or how long your transfer might be, that matters when you're jet-lagged from a long-haul flight. Worth confirming with Sailway directly whether you're looking at a 20-minute drive or a three-hour schlep.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Serçe, 22% of trips
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun during the 2026 season so far. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Serçe appeared on 22% of trips, with Ekincik and Bozburun each on 18%. Muğla was the most common first night at 26% and last night at 20%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 47% of trips and 40 to 60 nm on 30%.
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Marmaris, Datça and Bozburun for this type of boat.
- Serçe22%
- Ekincik18%
- Bozburun18%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination Skopea Marina · Turkey
Based at Skopea Marina, Turkey . Sandra is operated by Sailway.
Good to know
- Location
- Skopea Marina · Turkey
- Licences
- ICC, RYA Day Skipper, or equivalent plus VHF licence accepted. Sailing CV checked at the base. Hire a local skipper if your crew is light on Mediterranean experience.
- 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 there2 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.
Gocek and the Lycian Coast: 25 minutes to Gocek bases. The standard arrival airport for the Turquoise Coast.
Bodrum Peninsula and northern Aegean Turkey bases.
Possible routes2 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.
Gocek Bay & the Lycian Coast
Sheltered bays, almost no swell, great for non-sailing partners. Ottoman ruins at Cleopatra Bay.
1Gocek
2Tomb Bay
3Sarsala
4Ekincik
5Hamam Koyu
Bodrum Peninsula
Cross-border charter (Turkey + Greece) is straightforward; bring passports and clear in at Kos.
1Bodrum
2Kos (Greece)
3Knidos
4Datça
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