Alibaba (Dufour 470 GL)
D-Marin Marina Mandalina
Weekly prices€3,500 · 26 Sep – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families This 2022 Dufour 470 suits families or small groups wanting comfortable sailing without compromise, four cabins sleep ten, and the modern build means reliability for less experienced sailors. The bow thruster and generous equipment list make handling straightforward, even for intermediate skippers.
Solid creature comforts You get heating, Wi-Fi, a chart plotter, and a cockpit barbecue, plus a sprayhood and bimini for all-weather cruising. For a 14.8-metre boat at this price point, the spec feels well-rounded and thoughtfully fitted out.
Fair value proposition At €3,153 per week with a modest €2,500 deposit, this represents reasonable mid-range charter pricing for a newer, four-cabin sailboat. The operator holds a solid 4.3/5 rating, though only three reviews exist, worth checking recent feedback before committing, especially given the small sample size.
One minor flag The base location isn't specified in the listing, so you'll need to confirm with NCP-Charter where Alibaba sits and how long your airport transfer takes, critical for international flights. Always verify that detail before booking.
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The marina & destination D-Marin Marina Mandalina · Croatia
Based at D-Marin Marina Mandalina, Croatia . Alibaba is operated by NCP-Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- D-Marin Marina Mandalina · 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
- €2,500
- 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
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