LUCE (Oceanis 38.1)
ACI Marina Dubrovnik
Weekly prices€1,350 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect starter cruiser The Oceanis 38.1 is an excellent choice if you're new to bareboat sailing or want a manageable boat that still feels spacious. At 11.1 metres, she's forgiving to handle yet comfortable enough for a proper week away with friends or family.
Smart practical touches You get the essentials that matter: autopilot for those longer passages, a chart plotter to keep you honest, and shade options (sprayhood and bimini) that make anchoring in the Med genuinely enjoyable rather than a sunbake. The teak cockpit is a nice detail that speaks to decent build quality.
Solid value proposition At a 2017 model with three cabins sleeping eight, the pricing appears competitive for a well-maintained Beneteau in this size range. Ultra Sailing's perfect 5-star rating across four reviews is encouraging, suggests they look after their fleet and handle client relationships properly.
One practical note The base location isn't specified in the details provided, so you'll want to confirm where LUCE is moored and factor in your airport connection time from wherever you're flying in. That said, Ultra Sailing's top rating suggests they're likely good at sorting logistics for international clients.
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The marina & destination ACI Marina Dubrovnik · Croatia
Based at ACI Marina Dubrovnik, Croatia . LUCE is operated by Ultra Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- ACI Marina Dubrovnik · 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
- €1,300
- 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
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