Dufour 470 | Pontika

Sail boat · Ece Marina · Solar Yachting

5 cab 10 berths 14.85m 2023

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Available Weeks

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

Jan

17°

8h 12

Feb

16°

10h 14

Mar

19°

10h 14

Apr

21°

11h 14

May

25°

13h 14

Jun

31°

14h 13

Jul

35°

14h 14

Aug

33°

13h 13

Sep

30°

12h 14

Oct

26°

10h 13

Nov

22°

9h 14

Dec

18°

8h 13

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)

Service Pack (Transit log for Turkey, final cleaning, 1 set if bedlinen and towels)

Standard end-of-charter cleaning + bed linen, charged across the industry.

€380 per rental 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.

€3,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Extra towel set (1 small 1 big)

€10 per rental optional

Skipper

€150 per night optional

Exta bedlinen set (1 sheet + 2 pillowcases)

€10 per rental optional

Spinnaker (or Gennaker) + 1000 EUR Deposit

€350 per week optional

One way fee Marmaris

€400 per rental optional

Cook

€130 per night optional

Safety net

€100 per rental optional

Extra blanket

€10 per rental optional

One way fee Gocek

€200 per rental optional

Hostess

€130 per night optional

One way fee Bodrum

€600 per rental optional

Outboard

€80 per week optional

SUP + 400 EUR deposit

€100 per week optional

WiFi (Unlimited)

€50 per week optional

5 Cabins

10 Berths

3 Toilets

14m Length

Length14.85m

Beam4.74m

Cabins5

Berths10

WC3

Year2023

TypeSail boat

Deposit€3,000

Equipment (0 aboard · 52 not)

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

Perfect for families The Dufour 470 is a spacious cruiser with five cabins sleeping up to 10, making it ideal for multi-family groups or larger parties looking to share costs. At 14.8 metres, it's manageable enough for mixed-ability crews while offering real comfort and separation of space.

Smart, modern build As a 2023 model, Pontika benefits from current design standards and should have well-maintained systems throughout. The Dufour 470 is a proven platform known for solid construction and practical layouts that work well in Mediterranean or Atlantic conditions.

Reasonable deposit required The €3,000 deposit is modest and suggests competitive pricing for a five-cabin boat of this size and age. You'll want to confirm the full charter rate with Solar Yachting, but this is an encouraging sign for value.

Base location unclear Without knowing where Solar Yachting operates Pontika, it's hard to comment on flight convenience or regional sailing conditions. Before committing, check the actual base, some Mediterranean locations offer easy airport transfers, while others may involve longer drives from major hubs. That detail matters when you're travelling long-haul.

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

The marina & destination

Based at Ece Marina, in Fethiye, Turkey. Pontika is operated by Solar Yachting.

Karagözler, Fevzi Cakmak Cd.

Why this is a great starting point

Ece Marina sits in Fethiye's well-protected bay on Turkey's southwest coast, making it ideal for week 1 exploration of the Lycian coast's pine-backed anchorages and island-hopping grounds. Light northwesterly winds typically allow you to reach the Red Island group, Oludeniz lagoon, and the Ekincik river delta within easy day-sail distances; the sheltered bays here offer good holding and few other boats early in the season. The marina itself provides reliable facilities and a straightforward departure point before venturing further east toward Gocek or west toward Dalyan.

Can Pontika be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Pontika 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 Pontika?

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.

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