ZEPHYRUS (Dufour 520 GL(owner version))
2019 · 15.2 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
15.2m · 2019 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
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Ideal for couples and small groups Zephyrus suits families or friends seeking a comfortable, well-equipped 50-footer without breaking the bank. The three cabins sleep six, making it perfect for two couples or a small family wanting proper privacy rather than tight quarters.
Seriously well-appointed This 2019 Dufour punches above its weight with creature comforts: air conditioning, heating, dishwasher, electric winches, and even underwater lights for evening swims. The bow thruster and autopilot mean less physical demand on longer passages, while the teak deck and sprayhood add genuine luxury touches.
Strong value proposition At €5,120 per week, you're getting a newer boat with excellent systems and full galley kit, typically what you'd expect from a higher-end charter. The 5-star rating from Under the Heavens Sailing (though only 4 reviews) suggests reliable service and well-maintained equipment.
One practical note The charter base location isn't listed here, so check airport access and flight connections carefully before booking. Depending on where Zephyrus is based, your international arrival could mean a quick transfer or a longer drive, worth confirming with the operator upfront.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Rogoznica and Primošten
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Rogoznica and Primošten 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.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Maslinica appeared on 26% of trips, Uvala Stonca on 25% and ACI Palmižana on 22%. Maslinica also led first nights at 12% and last nights at 8%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 51% of trips.
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 Rogoznica and Primošten for this type of boat.
- Maslinica26%
- Uvala Stonca25%
- ACI Palmižana22%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Marina Kremik
Based at Marina Kremik, Croatia . ZEPHYRUS is operated by Under the Heavens Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Kremik · 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
- €2,000
- 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 there
Flights to Croatia
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 routes
Croatia · the Adriatic
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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