Alboran XXIV Cocomaluco (Majorca) (Elan 434 Impression 1)
La Lonja Marina Charter
Weekly prices€1,890 · 26 Sep – 10 Oct
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Gallery2 photos
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
21 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.
Perfect for groups This Elan 434 offers genuine value for a sailing group or family of up to 8 looking to explore the Balearic Islands from Majorca. Three cabins and a week-long charter from €2,310 work out to excellent per-person economics if you're splitting costs.
Well-equipped boat She's got the practical essentials: autopilot, chart plotter, sprayhood, and solar panels mean you're comfortable and independent on the water. The teak deck and lazy jack are nice touches that speak to sensible maintenance thinking.
Fair value proposition At 18 years old, this yacht is honest about her age but still competitively priced for a three-cabin bareboat in the Western Mediterranean. The €2,500 deposit is reasonable and the operator's 4/5 rating from existing charters is a solid green light.
One realistic note With only 2 reviews on file, there's limited feedback to dig into, we'd recommend contacting Alboran Charter directly to chat about the boat's recent maintenance history and current condition. Coming from the US or Northern Europe, factor in an easy hop to Palma airport, then roughly an hour's drive to your charter base.
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The marina & destination La Lonja Marina Charter · Spain
Based at La Lonja Marina Charter, Spain . Alboran XXIV Cocomaluco (Majorca) is operated by Alboran Charter.
Good to know
- Location
- La Lonja Marina Charter · Spain
- Licences
- Spanish PER, RYA Day Skipper, or ICC accepted plus VHF licence. The Balearics enforce more strictly than the mainland coast: bring originals, not photocopies.
- 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 there2 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.
Balearic Islands hub: Palma is the largest base and the busiest airport. Cabs and shuttle services to every Mallorca marina.
Ibiza and Formentera bases. Summer-heavy; book transfers ahead.
Possible routes2 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.
Mallorca circumnavigation
The two-night Cabrera permit must be booked weeks ahead, your operator will sort it.
1Palma
2Cabrera
3Pollença
4Sóller
Ibiza & Formentera
Short distances, party-or-not your call, the clearest water in the Med.
1Ibiza Town
2Formentera
3Espalmador
4San Antonio
Where charters went
Palma and south-west Mallorca
- Portocolom23%
- Tramontana21%
- Es Trenc20%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
Three yachts to weigh against this one
A similar match, a premium step-up, and a different boat type, from the same waters.
