Alba (Oceanis 51.1)
ACI Marina Dubrovnik
Weekly prices€3,510 · 3 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Modern cruiser for groups Alba is a 2023 Oceanis 51.1, a spacious, well-equipped sailing yacht that suits families, friends, or small corporate groups wanting comfortable coastal cruising rather than serious racing. With 5 cabins sleeping 12, she's built for socializing and relaxation across the Adriatic.
Standout kit onboard The spec sheet reads like a comfort wish-list: air conditioning, heating, solar panels, Wi-Fi, autopilot, and a bow thruster make life genuinely easy whether you're anchoring in a tight Mediterranean bay or motoring through calm water. The bimini and sprayhood keep the sun and spray at bay during longer passages.
Strong value proposition At €2,500 deposit with a 5/5 operator rating (albeit from a small sample), Adriatic Yacht Charter appears reliable and responsive. For a brand-new, fully-equipped 51-footer in the Adriatic, this represents solid mid-market pricing, you're getting modern build quality without premium superyacht rates.
One practical note The listing doesn't specify the exact base location, which matters for flight planning from the US or UK; you'll want to confirm whether it's Split, Dubrovnik, or elsewhere to assess airport transfer times and connection feasibility.
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The marina & destination ACI Marina Dubrovnik · Croatia
Based at ACI Marina Dubrovnik, Croatia . Alba is operated by Adriatic Yacht Charter.
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
- €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
Dubrovnik
- ACI Korčula29%
- Uvala Pomena29%
- Luka Polače24%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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