CHECKMATE (First 44)
ACI Marina Split
Weekly prices€2,050 · 3 Oct – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for smaller groups This 2023 First 44 suits couples, friends, or small families wanting a modern, well-equipped sailing yacht without the complexity of a larger vessel. At 14.2 metres, she's nimble enough for one or two confident sailors to handle, yet spacious enough for six people to share comfortably across three cabins.
Modern comfort afloat Checkmate punches above her weight with genuinely useful kit: bow thruster for easy mooring, quality navigation (chart plotter, autopilot), a proper teak cockpit with cushions and shade options, plus those coffee makers suggest the operator knows what charter guests actually want. The 2023 build means systems are current and reliable.
Solid value proposition A €2,500 deposit on a newish First 44 is reasonable, and Ultra Sailing's perfect 5-star rating (granted, only four reviews) signals attentive service. This yacht delivers modern comfort and practical features without premium pricing.
One practical note We don't have the base location listed, so confirm transfer times from your nearest international airport, that'll matter more than the boat's features when you're coordinating a long-haul flight. Once you know where she's based, Ultra Sailing's track record suggests they'll handle logistics smoothly.
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The marina & destination ACI Marina Split · Croatia
Based at ACI Marina Split, Croatia . CHECKMATE is operated by Ultra Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- ACI Marina Split · 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
Where charters went
Split, Kaštela, Trogir and the Makarska Riviera
- Uvala Stonca44%
- ACI Palmižana36%
- Stari Grad23%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Split, Kaštela, Trogir and the Makarska Riviera went
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