Blue Hop (Oceanis 41.1)
2018 · 12.3 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Weekly prices
Specifications & Equipment
12.3m · 2018 · Sail boat
About the Oceanis 41.1
- Builder
- Beneteau (Groupe Beneteau)
- Naval architect
- Finot-Conq Architectes
- Interior designer
- Nauta Design
- Launched
- 2016
- Hull type
- Monohull
Video: Beneteau Yacht Channel on YouTubeOceanis 41.1 at beneteau.com
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect fit for: This 2018 Oceanis 41.1 works brilliantly for groups of 4, 6 wanting a well-equipped cruiser with genuine comfort and easy handling. It's ideal if you value modern convenience over bare-bones sailing, and you're happy to split costs across a larger party.
Standout features: The electric winches and bow thruster make single-handed sailing or relaxed group sailing genuinely manageable, no wrestling with manual systems. Teak decking, lazy bag, and a sprayhood signal this boat was built for real cruising, not just racing; the chart plotter and autopilot mean you can actually enjoy the journey instead of fighting the helm all day.
Value proposition: At three cabins and six berths with solid modern kit, this offers solid mid-range value, you're paying for reliability and ease rather than luxury frills. Spread the charter cost six ways and you're looking at reasonable per-person outlay for a capable, comfortable vessel.
One honest note: Without knowing the base location, I can't comment on flight connections or transfer logistics, but do check how accessible Arcadie Plaisance's base is from your nearest major international airport, that can make or break a long-haul charter experience.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Saint-Tropez, Saint-Raphaël, Cannes and Antibes
If you're planning a yacht charter from Saint-Tropez, Saint-Raphaël, Cannes and Antibes, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2026 season so far, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
Planning your charter route
We can help you work through a charter route from Saint-Tropez, Saint-Raphaël, Cannes and Antibes for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
- Plateau du Milieu36%
- Rade de Porquerolles24%
- Baie de Briande20%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Port Grimaud
Based at Port Grimaud, France . Blue Hop is operated by Arcadie Plaisance.
Good to know
- Location
- Port Grimaud · France
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence accepted plus VHF. Corsican operators check thoroughly; Côte d'Azur operators usually rely on a sailing CV plus a brief on-water check.
- Security deposit
- €4,000
- 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).
Getting there
Flights to France
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Côte d'Azur: Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Tropez bases. Many low-cost European connections.
Corsica west: Ajaccio, Propriano. Smaller airport; connect via Paris or Marseille.
Corsica east. Closer if you're starting from Saint-Florent or Bastia bases.
Possible routes
France · French Riviera and Corsica
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Côte d'Azur
Glamorous but moorings are pricey in summer; alternate marina nights with anchor nights.
1Antibes
2Cannes
3St Tropez
4Porquerolles
Corsica · north and west
Wild, mountainous, and far less crowded than the mainland, Corsica is a different charter than people expect.
1Ajaccio
2Sanguinaires
3Girolata
4Calvi
5Saint-Florent
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