Elba 45 | Clipper IV

Catamaran · La Lonja Marina Charter · Yates Mallorca

4 cab 8 berths 13.45m 2020

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Available Weeks

Typical weather at Palma de Mallorca (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)

Jan

16°

8h 18

Feb

16°

9h 16

Mar

18°

10h 19

Apr

21°

11h 16

May

24°

12h 15

Jun

30°

13h 14

Jul

32°

14h 15

Aug

32°

13h 14

Sep

28°

11h 15

Oct

25°

10h 17

Nov

20°

8h 18

Dec

16°

8h 17

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)

Final cleaning + gas

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

€350 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.

€6,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

Wi-Fi router

€119 per week optional

Towels set of 2 towels

€10 per rental optional

Nespresso coffee machine

€25 per week optional

Bed linen (Set)

€20 per rental optional

Stand-up paddle (per week)

€120 per week optional

4 Cabins

8 Berths

4 Toilets

13m Length

Length13.45m

Beam7.55m

Cabins4

Berths8

WC4

Year2020

TypeCatamaran

Deposit€6,000

Equipment (10 aboard · 42 not)

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

Voted best charter boat of the year by Cruising World!
The space above and below deck is enormous. The newly designed steering position makes handling noticeably easier, and the sailing characteristics leave nothing to be desired.
Extra equipment: big engines 2x Volvo D2-60hp, solar panels, big inverter with 2 kw, IPad with ?Garmin Active Captain', electric toilets, underwater lighting, teak in cockpit, gas barbecue, dinghy on Davids with 15hp outboard engine and much more.

Special features: big engines 2x Volvo D2-60hp, solar panels, big inverter with 2000W, ipad with “Garmin Active Captain”, electric toilets, underwater lighting, teak in cockpit, gas barbecue, dinghy on davids with 15hp outboard engine etc.

Solid mid-range catamaran. The Elba 45 Clipper IV is a 2020 build with decent modern kit, solar panels, autopilot, and a chart plotter make for comfortable cruising, and the teak cockpit with bimini and cushions suggests she's been well-maintained for charter guests.

Who it suits best. This works nicely for couples or small groups of up to 8 who want a stable, spacious platform without breaking the bank; catamarans are forgiving in chop and offer plenty of room to spread out, which makes long-haul travel worth it.

Real value question. At 13.4 metres with 4 cabins and a €6,000 deposit, you're in the mid-market sweet spot for Mediterranean charter, not a bargain basement option, but reasonable for a modern, well-equipped boat in the Balearics (Mallorca is a major international hub with good flight connections from the US and Europe).

One honest caveat. Catamarans can feel a touch slower and less "connected" to sailing than monohulls if you're after proper sailing thrills, and without knowing the exact mooring or marina setup at Yates Mallorca, I'd confirm whether there are extra costs for fuel, moorings, or skipper hire before you commit.

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

The marina & destination

Based at La Lonja Marina Charter, in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Clipper IV is operated by Yates Mallorca.

Muelle de la lonja

Why this is a great starting point

La Lonja Marina sits in Palma's working harbour, offering immediate access to the Balearic Islands' best cruising grounds; week one typically sees charters heading south to Cabrera National Park or northeast along the coast toward Andratx and Port d'Andratx, with reliable northwesterly winds making for straightforward sailing. The sheltered waters around Mallorca's southwest coast suit varied skill levels, while nearby islands like Dragonera and Illa Fogoneu break up longer passages and provide good anchorages. You can also reach Menorca within two days' sailing, opening a second-week option without repositioning.

Can Clipper IV be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Clipper IV 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 Clipper IV?

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.