A sailboat built for enjoying the sea
The Bavaria 36 Cruiser, the boat we use for skippered sailboat charter in Barbate, is one of the most widely sailed cruising yachts in the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, and for good reason: it’s stable, seaworthy and very roomy for its size. It sails well in light winds and feels safe when the sea gets up.
Our boat was built in 2004 and is registered on List 6, the Spanish register for recreational boats used for charter, and it’s maintained all year round. Its home port is Barbate marina, a few minutes from Zahara de los Atunes, Caños de Meca and Cape Trafalgar.
The cockpit seats seven people comfortably, there’s room to stretch out on the foredeck and, below deck, there are cabins and a toilet.
Sailboat specifications
- ModelBavaria 36 Cruiser
- Year2004
- LengthAbout 11 metres (36 feet)
- Capacity7 people plus the skipper
- Below deckCabins and toilet
- EngineVolvo Penta diesel
- RegistrationList 6 (charter vessel)
- Home portBarbate marina
Why a sailboat and not a motorboat?
Sailing with the wind
With the sails up and the engine off, all you hear is the water. It’s a different way to be at sea.
More stable and spacious
The weight of the keel means a sailboat moves around less than a motorboat of the same size.
Made for taking it easy
The idea isn’t to race, but to sail, drop anchor, swim and take in the coast.
Safety on board
Every trip has a skipper on board. The boat carries the safety equipment required for its category, including life jackets for every passenger, and before setting off the skipper explains the basic rules on board.
Before every trip we check the wind and sea forecast. On this coast the levante (easterly) and poniente (westerly) winds call the shots, and if conditions aren’t good we’d rather change the time or the date.
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Sailing trips on the Bavaria 36
from€245
Sunset sailing trip
From Barbate
We sail off Zahara in the evening light and head back as the sun sinks into the Atlantic.
from€420
Half-day sailboat charter
From Barbate
The Barbate cliffs, Caños de Meca and a stop at anchor in calm water for a swim.
from€750
Full day and charter
From Barbate
Head for Trafalgar and Conil or for Bolonia and Tarifa, with lunch on board and stops for a swim.
Tailor-made
Hen & stag dos and events
From Barbate
Hen and stag dos, birthdays, proposals or company outings on a boat that’s just for you.
skippered sailboat charter
Charter the Bavaria 36 in Barbate
The Bavaria 36 Cruiser is the boat for every South Sailing trip from Barbate Marina. It has a large cockpit, cabins, galley, toilet and a swim platform with ladder. You can book it for the sunset sail (€245), the half-day charter (€420) or the full-day charter (€750), always with a skipper.
Your skipper holds an official nautical licence, the sailboat is cleared for charter and fully insured (liability and passenger cover), and our guests rate us 5 stars on Google.
life on board
What it is like on board the Bavaria 36
The cockpit seats the whole group comfortably. Below deck there are cabins, a galley and a toilet, and the swim platform at the stern makes getting in and out of the water easy.
The skipper handles the sailing, but you are welcome to take the helm or help trim the sails. Life jackets and all the mandatory safety equipment are on board.
How to book
Send us a WhatsApp or use the contact form with the date, the trip and the number of guests. We reply quickly and confirm availability and payment. Please arrive about 15 minutes before departure at Barbate Marina; we send you the exact pontoon location when you book.
Questions about the sailboat
Can’t find your answer?
Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll reply within 24 hours.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes, the sailboat has a toilet.
Can I take the helm?
Yes. The skipper will explain how and stay right beside you the whole time.
Do we always sail under sail?
Whenever there’s enough wind. We use the engine to leave and enter the marina, or if the wind drops.
Can we sleep on board?
Our trips are day trips. If you’re interested in a sailing trip of several days, ask us.
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Book the Bavaria 36 with a skipper
Choose your trip and date and we’ll confirm availability.
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