Avanti (Dufour 470 GL)
D-Marin Marina Mandalina
Weekly prices€3,750 · 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 The Dufour 470 is a brilliant choice if you're bringing kids or want extra space for two couples. With four cabins and 10 berths across a manageable 14.8m hull, everyone gets their own bunk without feeling cramped, ideal when you're flying in from North America or Europe and want comfort after a long journey.
Well-equipped modern boat This 2025 model hits the sweet spot with genuinely useful features: bow thruster for tight anchorages, Wi-Fi to stay connected, teak deck for that premium feel, and a cockpit grill for evening entertaining. The sprayhood and bimini mean you're protected from sun and spray, which matters when you're chartering somewhere warm and unfamiliar.
Solid value proposition At €3,990 per week with only a €2,500 deposit, this offers genuine bang for your money, a new boat with serious creature comforts at a reasonable all-in cost. For a week-long family escape from the States or UK, the value stacks up well against comparable alternatives.
One honest note The operator (NCP-Charter) has a respectable 4.3/5 rating but only three reviews on record, so there's limited feedback to go on. Before booking, I'd suggest requesting contact details for recent charterers to get a fuller picture of the hands-on experience and support.
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The marina & destination D-Marin Marina Mandalina · Croatia
Based at D-Marin Marina Mandalina, Croatia . Avanti 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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