Maia (Grand Soleil 45)

Club Nàutic Costa Brava

Maia
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Weekly prices€12,915 · 19 Sep – 17 OctAvailability on application · €4,305 – €12,915 range
Price across the season€4,305 — €12,915
SEP 26OCT 26SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER19 Sep – 17 Oct 2026 · €12,915 / week19 Sep – 17 Oct 2026 · €4,305 / week17 Oct – 31 Dec 2026 · €12,915 / week17 Oct – 31 Dec 2026 · €4,305 / week
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19 Sep€12,915
19 Sep€4,305
17 Oct€12,915
17 Oct€4,305
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc13.3m · 1994 · Sail boat
Length13.3m
Beam4.2m
Cabins3
Berths8
WC2
Year1994
TypeSail boat
Deposit€500
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words
SailChecker note

32 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.

Great for traditionalists This 1994 Grand Soleil 45 suits sailors who love classic aesthetics and proven reliability over cutting-edge tech. The teak throughout and solid build quality appeal to those seeking character and timeless elegance on the water.

Well-equipped cruiser You're getting serious cruising kit here, radar, autopilot, electric winches, and dual chart plotters mean this boat handles longer passages and respects your crew's energy levels. The gennaker and bimini/sprayhood combo gives you genuine sailing pleasure plus good weather protection for extended trips.

Honest about her age At 30 years old, she'll sail beautifully if well-maintained, but expect some quirks and the occasional service hiccup that newer boats won't give you. Any 1990s yacht requires a thorough pre-charter inspection and realistic expectations about systems.

Solid value proposition A €500 deposit is reassuringly low, and at this price point and age, you're paying for a capable boat rather than flashy new-build premiums. If you're flying long-haul from the US or Northern Europe, you're getting genuine sailing credentials without the boutique-charter markup.

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The marina & destination Club Nàutic Costa Brava · SpainClub Nàutic Costa Brava

Based at Club Nàutic Costa Brava, Spain . Maia is operated by VELANOMADA YACHT CHARTER.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Club Nàutic Costa Brava · Spain
Licences
We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
Security deposit
€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 nearbyFlights to Spain

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

Palma de MallorcaPMI~10 km · 15 min

Balearic Islands hub: Palma is the largest base and the busiest airport. Cabs and shuttle services to every Mallorca marina.

IbizaIBZ~10 km · 20 min

Ibiza and Formentera bases. Summer-heavy; book transfers ahead.

Possible routes2 hand-picked itinerariesSpain · Balearic Islands

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Mallorca circumnavigation7 days · ~140 nm · 4 stops

The two-night Cabrera permit must be booked weeks ahead, your operator will sort it.

1Palma
Charter base; cathedral views from the marina.
2Cabrera
National park; max 2 nights, permit required. Snorkel the crystal-clear coves.
3Pollença
Northern bay; sheltered from the prevailing wind.
4Sóller
West coast; tram from the port to the village. Picturesque.
Ibiza & Formentera5-7 days · ~80 nm · 4 stops

Short distances, party-or-not your call, the clearest water in the Med.

1Ibiza Town
Charter base; old town (Dalt Vila) for the evening.
2Formentera
Illetes beach is the photo. Anchor early, gets crowded by 11.
3Espalmador
Sandy lagoon between Formentera and Ibiza. Restricted hours for anchoring.
4San Antonio
Sunset bar scene if that's your weekend; quieter coves nearby otherwise.

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