Max (Dufour 455 Grand Large)
2009 · 13.8 m · 4 cabins · 9 berths
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Weekly prices
Specifications & Equipment
13.8m · 2009 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
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17 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.
Great family choice The Dufour 455 is a proven cruising design that suits families or groups of up to 9 looking for comfortable, straightforward sailing without breaking the bank. Four cabins mean decent privacy, and the 13.8m length is manageable for mixed experience levels.
Solid all-rounder You're getting a well-established sailboat with the reliability of a major European builder, these boats have logged serious miles across Mediterranean charter fleets. At €4,130 per week with a modest €4,000 deposit, the pricing is competitive for the cabin count and boat size.
Smart value proposition For groups splitting costs across 9 berths, the per-person outlay becomes very reasonable, especially if you're flying long-haul from the US or Northern Europe to Malta. The central Mediterranean base puts you within easy reach of Italy, Greece, and North Africa, excellent cruising grounds.
One honest note At 15 years old, this particular boat will need careful inspection before booking; check the condition of standing rigging, through-hull fittings, and cabin upholstery. Request a pre-charter survey report from Malta Charters to avoid surprises on a longer week away.
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Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Malta
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Malta 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.
Planning your charter route
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 Malta for this type of boat.
- Saint Nicholas37%
- Dwejra30%
- Mġarr23%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Kalkara Marina
Based at Kalkara Marina, Malta . Max is operated by Malta Charters.
Good to know
- Location
- Kalkara Marina · Malta
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus VHF licence is typical for bareboat charter. We confirm the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- Security deposit
- €4,000
- 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).
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