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Luxury sailing yacht Rara Avis
The luxury sailing yacht Rara Avis, whose Latin name means “Rare Bird” and lets you travel in style, will meet your expectations for a relaxing vacation on board.
33 M
6 CABINS
12 guests
6 crewLuxury Yacht Rara Avis Key Features
- Designed for the ultimate sailing and relaxation experience
- VIP cabin and a master cabin with en-suite bathrooms
- Impressionable indoor salon and lounge bar, equipped with a state-of-the-art audio and video system
- Impressive outdoor social areas, as well outdoor dining area
- Superb sundeck with a Jacuzzi, sunbathing area with sundeck mattresses, open bar, telescope and Cinema screen
- Nintendo, Play Station 4
- Wide variety of water toys including Sea Doo, kayaks, water ski, SeaBob, wakeboard, ringo, paddle boards, amateur fishing equipment, snorkeling equipment, YACHTBEACH platform, Jetski platform, YACHTBEACH relax zone, and also various Board games/cards
- Exceptional Crew
Luxury Yacht Rara Avis Accommodation:
1 Master Cabin: Cabin 30 m2 with double bed
1 Vip Cabin: Cabin 16 m2 with double bed
2 Double Cabins: Cabin 13 m2 with double bed
2 Twin Cabins: Cabin 13 m2 with twin bed, convertible to double bed
- Each of the cabins has wardrobe, 24 V/220 electricity, hair dryers, its own en-suite bathroom home type with toiletries
- TV in every cabin
- Music system in every cabin
- Wi-Fi in every cabin
- Safe box in every cabin
- Inter phone in ever cabin
- Room service available
Interior
- Air conditioning throughout guest and crew areas
- Lounge area with TV, DVD, USB, Bluetooth (wireless) speakers
- Wi-Fi mobile internet connection
- Separate crew quarters
- Main Saloon combines a spacious and luxury dining area with an elegant bar and lounge seating area
- Kitchen galley features all necessary equipment – including ovens, grill, refrigerators and deep freezers. ice makers, espresso machine
Deck
- The aft deck has cushioned platform, hard top shade, al-fresco dining seating
- The front deck also has comfortable seating area
- The sundeck with large Jacuzzi surrounded by cushioned area, sun mattresses, outside shower and two seating areas with coffee tables, all under a lovely shade and masts
- Swimming platform with a staircase available for a comfortable entering and exiting the sea
Fly bridge
- Jacuzzi
- Projector and screen
- Spacious and comfortable sunbathing area with mattresses
The crown of a 70-year-old family shipping tradition, the 33-meter-long the luxury sailing yacht Rara Avis is made of modern, high-tech materials, with a handmade teak deck and elegant sails.
Available for rent along the Dalmatian coast and islands, luxury yacht Rara Avis has a maximum capacity of 12 guests, housed in six spacious cabins, each of which is a work of art in itself. Air conditioned, with a private bathroom with shower, toilet, hairdryer, personal toiletries such as soap and shampoo, bath towels, and beach, to provide relaxing and comfortable accommodation.
The decks of the boat are designed to provide you with more common spaces for socializing, relaxing and playing. On the aft deck, there is a comfortable outdoor dining area, and there is an elegant modern design lounge with a separately equipped living room, dining area, and bar.
Enjoy a fully equipped sun deck with a Jacuzzi and comfortable sun loungers. In addition to the outdoor bar, there are comfortable seating sofas for drinking your favorite cocktails at sunset.
The swimming platform at the back makes it easy to enter the blue waters of the Adriatic and for adventurous hours with water sports such as jet-skiing, SUP, diving equipment, water skis, inflatables and a host of board games.
Let the six-member Rara Avis crew take care of you with their professional but warm and friendly approach and share the cruise’s passion.
Specifications
Charter Rates
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Prices for Rara Avis
Season 2024
SEASON A
From 07 May 2024 till 11 October 2024
(Rara Avis has a 24-hour turnaround)
60 000 € / week + 13% Croatian VAT + 30% APA
Included in price:
- Accommodation on the yacht
- 6 crew members
- Wages and food for the crew
- Yacht insurance
- Service on board
- Complete linen and towels
- Use of water sports equipment
- Fuel for 24 hours/day of generator use
- Sojourn taxes
- Yacht cleaning
- Wi-Fi
Extra payments:
- APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance): 30% of charter fee paid with the balance for covering running costs during the charter: food and beverages for the Charter Party, port and marina fees, fuel for tender operated water toys (donut, water ski, wakeboard, jet ski), personal laundry, delivery/ redelivery fee if any, national park entrances, custom fees and charter licenses if chartered outside of Croatia, shipping agent’s fees and anything else that guests might need or require while on charter.
- VAT: 13% from the charter price
- A strict set of accounts is held by the captain throughout the charter and any funds not spent are refunded to the client in full. APA to be paid in cash on board or as a wire transfer with the last payment to a shipping agent’s account. If APA is to be paid as a wire transfer, commission of 1.5% for the shipping agent will be deducted from the APA.
Remarks:
- Charter terms: MYBA TERMS, what is MYBA: read more
- Terms of payment: 50% at booking confirmation, 50% forty fife days before charter commencement
- Fuel for navigation approx. 3000 €/week is charged from the APA
- Crew gratitude is customary and not in the price included (usually varies from 10% to 20% of the charter fee)
- The price does not include: transfers from/to the airports, hotels, 1000 € repositioning fee for embarkation / disembarkation in any other port except base port, if “empty leg” caused.
- Leisure equipment: Tender boat with outboard engine, Yamaha 7m 150 hp (12 pax), Mini Tender boat Yamaha 3m 20hp, Sea Doo 130 hp, 2 kayaks, water ski, SeaBob, wakeboard, ringo, 3paddle boards, amateur fishing equipment, snorkeling equipment, TV, DVD/CD player, Nintendo, Play Station 4, WiFi, board games, cards, telescope, YACHTBEACH platform 4x2m, Jetski platform, YACHTBEACH relax zone, Cinema screen on sundeck
- To drive a Wave Runner in Croatia one needs to have a boat driving permit with him/her when on the Wave Runner. It is forbidden to allow a person to drive a Wave Runner if one does not have a license with him/her
Our Crew
Časlav Reljić
Captain
From the first moment you come aboard Rara Avis you will feel you are in a safe and hospitable hands of Časlav, young 34 years old captain who has spent last 12 years of his life connected with sea.
Soon after finishing high school, he has realized his love is not commercial and marketing but sea and the boats. He started working as a sailor on different boats and patiently he sailed his way to become a captain.
Experience that he gathered in meantime has made him an excellent host who can provide his guests the most memorable cruise. Časlav has been showing enthusiasm and love for the nature all of his life so when he is not sailing, he spends his free time on the mountains.
For him this is ideal way of recharging his batteries and connecting with nature and his family. He is married, has two children and his wife shares his love for this job as she comes from the family that has been working in nautical tourism for few generations now.
Časlav has very friendly and cheerful nature and you will like him from the first moment you meet him especially as he takes his job very seriously and he wants to provide his client’s complete experience.
He enjoys meeting new people from all over the world and he feels it is his mission to show them all the beauties of h is country.
This is why his main goal is happy and completely satisfied client. He speaks Croatian and English.
Kristian Vučić
Bartender
The latest addition to the Rara Avis team is Kristian Vučić, a 28- year-old waiter and a former professional Croatian basketball player.
Before entering the yacht industry, Kristian worked as a waiter and barista at some of the most acclaimed Croatian restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, where he obtained his 5-year-long hospitality experience.
He brings an eclectic hospitality background to Rara Avis, and the Rara team and guests are truly fortunate to have him on board in season 2023.
His former colleagues describe him as a great team player and hardworking yet easy going.
In his spare time, Kristian enjoys sports and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Marko Matić
Chef
Born and raised in the historical city of Sinj, where the antient battles for Croatia took place, chef Marko has that fighting spirit and the will to give the best that he can in everything he does.
And he does food, he is doing it with such legerity and enthusiasm. Marko has mastered cooking skills as a chef in several well-known and praised a la carte restaurants along the Dalmatian coast as well as on some other yachts.
As a young chef, he has wider views in sense of being more familiar with new cooking ideas and ways of cooking, new flavors and very large spectrum of groceries selection.
His dedication to food preparation has made him not only a great cook but an amazing food decorator. His meals tell an authentic Mediterranean gourmet story that will enchant your flavor buds as much as your eyes.
Chef Marko takes special pride in rustic style meat & fish dishes preparation combined with modern cuisine tricks. Speaks English, very friendly and open to any menu suggestions from the guests as his only wish is to complete the cruising experience with terrific dining.
His eagerness to please is very visible and tasteful in his food creations.
Mirna Kozina
Hostess
Mirna Kozina was born in Split, Croatia, on July 2, 1998. Her journey into the workforce began in her teenage years. She began seasonal work at Ciprianis, a local establishment known for its delectable ice cream, pancakes, and bakery products. This experience laid the foundation for her future career in the culinary industry, as she honed her sales and customer communication skills, proficient in Croatian and English.
After completing her secondary education, Mirna pursued further studies in graphic design at the School of Design, Graphics, and Sustainable Construction in Split. This educational background equipped her with valuable technical skills, which she would later integrate into her professional endeavors.
Throughout her career, Mirna demonstrated versatility and a solid commitment to excellence. From her early roles as a salesman at Bobis Riva and later at Sugarin Ice Cream Production, she immersed herself in artisanal ice cream, mastering the art of production and decoration while ensuring impeccable cleanliness and customer service standards. Her journey continued with roles at Pumparela Gelateria and Zvijez D.O.O., where she further refined her abilities in sales, supply management, and customer interaction. Mirna’s dedication to her craft led her to Slastičarnica Voćni Trg, where she specialized in producing and selling artisanal ice cream.
Beyond her professional achievements, Mirna’s personal qualities shine through. She is described as communicative, adaptable, and highly motivated, with a strong sense of ethics and a readiness to embrace challenges. Her proficiency in English, technical skills, and interpersonal strengths position her as a valuable asset in any workplace.
Roko Ercegović
Deckhand
Roko is the youngest crew member on Rari Avis. Although he is only 19 years old, his colleagues say that he is hardworking, enjoys the sea, and is gaining experience working as a deckhand.
He was born in Split, where he graduated from maritime school, and after this sea season he will continue his education at the Maritime Faculty.
Among foreign languages, he speaks English, and in his free time he likes to play football the most.
Matelj Reljić
Deckhand
Matej was born in February 2nd 2000, which makes him the 2nd youngest member of Rara Avis crew.
He graduated from Maritime High School in Split as a technician for marine engineering. Since his early age he was always helping out on boats as he resides in a small village, city of Split outskirts, Krilo Jesenice, which has been famous for many years, as a place in Croatia with the biggest number of boat builders and owners.
It was very clear for Matej what career he will dedicate his life to. Before he joined the crew on Rara Avis, he has had some experience already working as a hand on deck and as a waiter on another charter ship. He speaks active English.
This young man, eager to learn and to be of service is doing the best he can with a big great smile on his face. In his free time, Matej is doing some serious fishing and also is a permanent volunteer for city of Omiš Fire Department.
Reviews
Rara Avis
FROM THE „POKKINNOKKIO“ PEOPLE
Rara Avis and it`s wonderful, devoted team have delivered as an unforgettable journey, holiday and above all an experience we will never forget for the rest of our days. The places we`ve seen and visited were breathtaking and were an eyeopener for us to discover this beautiful country and it`s hospitable people. The very best examples of this kindness and dedication were you: Caslav, Kiki,Matea, Marko, Roko and Stipe! Thank you for your help and professionalism in anyway.We will miss your wonderful service. Now we have to pour our glasses ourselves!
Rara Avis
To the stellar, sweet, helpful and amazing crew of the Rara Avis, we cannot thank you enough for the most incredible week in Croatia. The country alone is amazing, but your kindness, warmth and hospitality have made our time even more special. Thank you x1,000,000 for the many RanchWaters, for the laughs, and for sharing so much of your lives with us. What a beautiful place to call home for a week, made even more special by the excellent crew; We couldn`t have asked for a better time or a more impactful experience. We will be back, hopefully aboard the Rara Avis again. We will miss you! Stay in touch!!
Rara Avis
Thank you for such a great week and the endless supply of Shirley temples! The crew is so much fun and thanks for such an awesome week! Thank you chef for the AMAZING meals! We will miss you and hope to see you in the near future! Much thanks.
Rara Avis
Thank you to all of the crew–its been an absolutely fabulous trip and you all made it extra special.Your recommendations for activities, for restaurants and events, for the amazing meals and the love that you took with all of us will be with us forever.Safe travels and we hope to see you all again on a future adventure!
Rara Avis
RARA AVIS + CREW…
The worst part about the trip is leaving!Its even difficult to write in this book.Words on paper cant describe the feelings we have for Rara. Thank you for making our second time around even more special and memorable as first. I wish you all could come to my house so I could show you the same love and hospitality you have show to us! You take us to the most incredible journey. Captain goes above and beyond to put us in places that make our hearts skip a beat.Other memorable moments are–“Kiki, do you love me”LOL, and how he kicks our childrens assesat FIFA.“Matea”always there when I need her and for the“Bis”keeping us so clean.“Steve”the spider monkey. How do you jump rocks like that? Are you a beast?“Captain”–a million thank yous are not enough. You always make us feel safe. God bless you and your family.“Marco”you have spoiled us. I don’t want to go home and cook. We love you all!!!
Rara Avis
Rara Avis crew–Coming into this trip you all exceeded every expectation we had. Sean + I enjoyed our morning visits with Matea, surryifit was to early. Marco my daily check in for lunch + dinner will be acore memory of this trip, thank you for your amazing smile!Sailors (Roko & Stipe) your support & smile (even if confused on what I said to fast) was so fun.Thanks captain for“keeping us safe”always with yours mysterious smile! And Kiki sorry we tried to run out of red wine daily, we will miss you! Congrats to the young happy couple Matea & Kiki, we love you two! Amazing trip. Writing this looking at Šuma Marjan Park was a perfect spot to end this trip!
Rara Avis and crew were beyond anything weever expected! This experience was a trip of a lifetime.The service was on the top. Food amazing, better than five *. We look toward to our new adventure in the new future with Rara Avis crew.
Rara Avis
Thank you so much for the lovely cruise. Rara Avis is absolutely marvellous. Thw whole crew is so nice and helpful. This vacation we will always remember!
Pierre’s 40th birthday celebration was a wonderful oment!
Thanks a lot, Antoinette
Rara Avis
Dear Rara Avis Crew,
We want to thank you all for a wonderful week. We got to know CROATIA, a beautiful country, incredible towns, amazing people, delicious food and a very rich culture.
During this magical week on the RARA AVIS we had a unique experience, the service was excellent, all of the crew made us feel more than at home but most of all you guys showed us the best of your country; it’s people.
We really appreciate all the details, your help on everything, your service and your incredible attitude.
Buena Vela Navigantes,
Thank you very much,
Ante, Captain Caslav, Petra, matey, Steve and Marko,
The Martinez Salcedo Family
Guadalajara Jalisco MEXICO
Rara Avis
Liebe Rara Avis Crew
Dear Rara Avis Crew
The time we could spent with you on this boat was a perfect escape for us all during these times. We really appreciate your kindness and excellent service. Laughing together, talking together and a little bit of partying 😉
Please keep this attitude for all times.
See you hopefully soon!
Rara Avis
Dear team of Rara Avis,
We would like thank to you for fantastic hospitality and effort spend our vacation in perfect mood. We have spent very nice week, see beautiful bays and ports. The trip was amazing. Specialy I would like thank to all crew in health and emergency situations, try find solution anytime.
Next thanks comming to chiev beacuse food was absolutely delicious 😊
The team, crew, Captain Caslav, Matej, Ante, petra, Marco, Stepe are greta team!!
Family Barta
(Czech Republic)
Rara Avis
Our (Karpetian-Dorian) families first experience on a yacht and first time in Croatia….Absolutely AMAZING!!
Croatia is a hidden gem that is full of history, beauty, culture and kind people.
The Rara Avis (Wicked Game) is the most beautiful, unique sexy yacht! Both our families feel that the Rara Avis is special beacuse of the poeple inside.
Caslav, Ante, Marco, Petra, Matej & Stipe are the gems of the Rara Avis. Our experience was the BEST! Our experience on the Rara was the best because of you six. You made feel like family! We hope we will have mayn adventures together.
Love,
Nick&Silvia, Amanda &Aslin
Rara Avis 21.08.-28.08.2021
Dear Friends,
There are no words to express our gratitude for everything you did for my family during this amazing week. Your professionalism and dedication exceed all standards but the most important thing to all of us is your authentic charming personality and the vocation SHOWN. We all hope to see you again very soon.Wish you all the best. Mari Rancel and Family
Amigos! Gracia spor sus atenciones durante toda esta semana, son increiblemente amables, esperamos vovler a tener el privilegio de repetir por todas estas bellas islas. Gracias, gracias!
Incredible trip. Incredible crew. You guys are amazing and we felt like in home. Thanks for this amazing week.
Jorge Rancel 28/08/2021
Thanks for an amazing week. Keep up those great vibes and enjoy life, we’ll see you soon! Love, Genchy
Rara Avis
Dear Rara Avis Crew,
Our family Zambrano Barrera has found the experience at Rara Avis extraoridnary and memorable. You’ve made this trip extremely special due to your amazing and warm service, hospitality, kindness and food.
We’ve enjoyed the beauty of your country and your people. As well as the uniqueness of every place from Dubrovnik to Mljet. Thank you for all the early mornigns so we could enjoy water sports and all the late dinery. Ante, your kind service and joyful attitude brighten our days. Thank you for having disposition to help us at all times, even waiting for us to arrive aftre going out to Carpe Diem.
Časlav, your navigation plan was a perfect blendo f culture and nature. Thank you for getting us to our destination safely.
Marco, despite the gluten and dairy restrictions, we can all agree you are the best Chef in Croatia. Thank you for going above and beyond for searching gluten free recipes and cooking new rcipes to perfection.We enjoyed every single meal.
Matej, thank you for being ready to take us swimming every morning. We hope you enjoyed it as much as us.
Petra, thank you for your cheerfull attitude and keeping all of our rooms impecable clean and serving the drinks in the afternoon.
Stipe, thank you for supportin the whole crew and making this trip possible and lovely.Thank you for keeping the ship and it’s toys well-mantained.
Rara Avis has exceeded our expectations in ever way. Thank you all for making this trip and unforgettable experience.
With love,
Familia Zambrano Barrera
Rara Avis
Dear Rara Avis Crew,
You are the best! Thank you so much for a truly wonderful week. You are all perfect and have given us some wonderful memories we will have forever!
Thank you for the trip, has been amazing. You are amazing. R.A. is amazing!!!
From Lou and the Pellowes
Rara Avis
Querida Tripulacion :
Les agradecemos de todo corazon en habernos hecho sentir como en cas en todo momento.
Conocer Croacia ha sido una experiencia inolvidable; pero conocerlos a ustedes lo hizo una experiencia magica.
De Croacia nos llevamos sus mejores paisajes, los mas lindos atarcederes, los mejores postres, las vistas de los guapos; pero sobre todo los momentos compartidos con la tripulacion que nos robo el corazon.
Esperamos que sea un hasta pronto, siempre tendran una familia en Guatemala.
Muchas Gracias!!
Fam: Salazar
Dear Rara Avis crew:
You fulfilled my expectations further than perfect. You and the boat created a memory difficult to forget.
You’re a great team. Always with a smile and the willingness of helping and serving.Thank you from my heart, you make Croatia a great and beautiful country.
Hope to see you soon. 4/9/21
You are amazing people, made us feel like million dollr bebes. Thank you from my heart.
Aria 4/9/21
Dear Guapos,
Simply&truly an extraordinary trip! We are forever grateful for welcoming the union of both Salazr and Sicilia families. The crew, Anton, Petra, Markos, Mate, Stevit and captain ”Barbosa”, was wonderful to spend our time with. We take with us a sweet memory of Croatia only wanting to come back for more. You have shown to us a side of the world we never expected to be so beautiful.
We aer eternally grateful for this beyond amazing trip. This is a goodbye until we see eachother agan in Guatemala.please come prepared to spend some time in our lovely canoe (next ro Rara Avis 😊 )
Big hugs from the Sicilia’s 4/9/21
Rara Avis
Liebe Rara Avis Crew,
Die Woche, die wir bei Euch verbracht haben war einfach traumhaft!
Vielen dank fur diesen unvergesslichen Urlaub!
Ihr sied ein spitzen Team!
Ein fach ”OPTIMAL” 😊
Itinerary
North Dalmatian route: Split – Zadar – Split
Sail along the breathtaking Northern Dalmatian coast, rich in history and culture. Listen to the Zadar Sea organ singing a unique melody while watching the stunning sunset, then explore the trails that lead to lush national parks to learn how this land was ruled by emperors centuries ago!
Central Dalmatia Route: Split-Split
The journey through Central Dalmatia is spectacular.
You swim in the bays of Pakleni islands which are the most beautiful part of the Hvar Riviera, and enjoy the magnificent view from the Fortica fortress. Explore the military bunkers of the island of Vis, float down the cold river Cetina exploring the power of winding rivers and their canyons.
South Dalmatia Route: Dubrovnik – Dubrovnik
The island hopping rich in lush green to ancient towns, is a cruise along the breathtaking South Dalmatian coast.
Feel the power of the Dubrovnik walls, and experience the meaning of the name of the Hvar bar, “Carpe Diem,” while drinking a cocktail and dancing to the sunset.
Food Menu
