Dufour 470 sailing yacht – Šibenik

Yacht Overview

From our experience, the Dufour 470 is a very sensible choice for guests who want a modern sailing experience without sacrificing comfort. We have noticed that charter parties based around Šibenik, Croatia, especially like this 14.85 m sailboat for day-to-day cruising and longer passages. Built in 2025, it feels fresh and efficiently set up for life aboard.

This model comes with four cabins, and we can confirm it works well for groups: accommodations are arranged for 8 berths in cabins, plus 2 additional berths. When our guests arrive, they usually comment first on the practical interior layout and the calm, well-planned sailing area.

For sail handling, we state with certainty that the 2025 main sail and the roll genoa make trimming straightforward, even when the crew is not large. The boat’s 4.74 m beam supports stability and comfort at anchor—actually, we have seen families and mixed-experience crews enjoy the same confidence in changing conditions.

On board equipment is geared toward safety and convenience. There are four toilets, a heating system with hot water, and a reliable battery charger. For navigation and communication, you’ll find an autopilot, GPS plotter, VHF radio, and electronic sea charts with cockpit instrumentation. Maneuvering is made easier by a bow thruster.

For living on the water, we recommend the cockpit shower, cockpit table, cushions, and the cockpit fridge; meals become simpler with the stove and oven, plus a refrigerator. The bimini top and sprayhood are a real relief in bright weather!! For transfers and shore visits, there is a dinghy with an outboard engine.

Our guests who have trusted us often choose Šibenik because of the access to islands and coves—this Dufour 470 is built to match that rhythm!