GREY PEARL (Oceanis 38)
2015 · 11.6 m · 3 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€1,700 · 10 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
11 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.
Solid mid-range cruiser The Oceanis 38 is a proven, comfortable cruiser that suits families and mixed-ability groups wanting relaxed sailing without complexity. With three cabins and eight berths, it's practical for a couple of families or friends sharing costs on a week-long getaway.
Sensible feature set You get the essentials: autopilot to ease helming, chart plotter for navigation, heating for shoulder-season comfort, and a sprayhood plus bimini for protection in variable weather. The lazy bag is genuinely useful for easier sail handling, and the fridge means proper provisioning rather than relying on daily shopping.
Fair value proposition At €2,120 per week, the pricing sits comfortably in the mid-market for a 2015 boat of this size and layout in Mediterranean or Atlantic bases. The €1,000 deposit is reasonable, and you're getting decent kit without paying premium rates.
One honest flag Batana Navtik's 3.3/5 rating across just three reviews is thin evidence, not alarming, but worth checking recent feedback and contacting them directly about specific boat condition and any recent refits. Given you're flying internationally to reach the base, a quick call to confirm the yacht's current state and their English-language support is sensible due diligence.
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Where Charters WentPula and Istria
- Mali Lošinj30%
- Unije28%
- Susak17%
Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination Marina Izola · Slovenia
Based at Marina Izola, Slovenia . GREY PEARL is operated by Batana Navtik.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Izola · Slovenia
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus VHF licence is typical for bareboat charter. We confirm the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- Security deposit
- €1,000
- 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).
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