EMERALD GEMINI
- Year Built 2021
- Length 51 ft.
- Designer Lagoon
- Cabins 3
- Maximum Guests 6
- Starting From $10,880
*2 Guests, 5 Nights with Half-Board Meal Package
- Amenities Details
- 7-Night Rates
- Availability
- Specifications
The yacht has a spacious and modern interior, with 3 comfortable cabins (+ crew), each with its own private bathroom, and a generous main salon and cockpit area where you can sit back and take in the breathtaking views. The yacht is equipped with a generator and air conditioning, ensuring that you have all the comforts of home even while you’re out at sea. There is also a watermaker on board, allowing you to have a steady supply of fresh water, as well as an ice maker, so you can keep your drinks nice and cold on hot summer days. In addition, the Emerald Gemini comes with a coffee machine, so you can enjoy a fresh cup of coffee or espresso whenever you like. When it comes to water sports, the Emerald Gemini has plenty to offer. The yacht comes with a tender, a Highfield Classic 380 Deluxe, which is perfect for exploring the coast or for taking a quick dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic. The tender is powered by a Yamaha 30 HP outboarder, and comes with a variety of water toys, including 2 stand-up paddle boards, a kneeboard, and a donut. The fully equipped galley ensures a luxurious dining experience, with modern appliances including a Miele dishwasher, Siemens coee machine, and ample refrigeration. Solar panels enhance energy eciency, while the ice maker is perfect for chilled refreshments on warm day. "Emerald Gemini" is equipped for adventure, with a variety of water toys including paddleboards, a kneeboard, snorkeling gear, and a donut for exciting fun on the water. The basic fishing gear provides an opportunity for some peaceful angling during your voyage. Experience the height of comfort with electric toilets, a watermaker for freshwater independence, plush towels, and luxurious toiletries provided for every guest. A walk-in closet adds an extra touch of convenience and luxury. Main Engines: Yanmar 2x80 HP Generator: Cruising Speed: 7 kt Maximum Speed: 7 kt Fuel Consumption: 8 l/h/engine + 5 l/h/engine for GenSet Inverter: 220 V/220 sockets
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INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
2 stand-up paddle boards (SUP)
1 kneeboard
1 donut
Security deposit: 1,000.00 €
Optional extras:
Beach towels (per person): 7.00 €
Bluetooth speaker (portable) JBL Xtreme 2 GM (limited and on request only): 50.00 €
Code 0 (Available on request only. Obligatory extra 1.000 EUR security deposit): 1,000.00 €
Cook (meals not included, separate cabin and toilet needs to be given for accommodation if not in the front peak. Cook details will be provided three days prior to charter): 1,820.00 €
Decktent (medium size): 200.00 €
E-FOIL Fliteboard AIR 3.0: 2,000.00 €
Extra bedlinen (per person): 5.00 €
Extra towels set (per person): 8.00 €
Fatboy bean bag (2 x Fatboy bean bag chairs in set): 120.00 €
Fishing gear (basic set): 150.00 €
Fishing gear (professional set): 240.00 €
FUN PACK A - (Jokerboat Coaster 470 + 70HP Yamaha, Wakeboard, Waterskis, Banana, Donut) : 1,300.00 €
(SKIPPER SURCHARGE MIGHT APPLY IF CLIENT HAS NO VALID LICENCE 440,00 EUR)
FUN PACK B - (Highfield OM 540 + 100HP Honda, Wakeboard, waterskis, banana, donut) : 1,700.00 €
(SKIPPER SURCHARGE MIGHT APPLY IF CLIENT HAS NO VALID LICENCE 440,00 EUR)
FUN PACK C - (Highfield 640 + 150HP Honda, Wakeboard, waterskis, banana, donut) : 2,300.00 €
(SKIPPER SURCHARGE MIGHT APPLY IF CLIENT HAS NO VALID LICENCE 440,00 EUR)
Gas BBQ Weber Q1200 black: 100.00 €
Hostess (meals not included, separate cabin and toilet needs to be given for accommodation if not in the front peak. Hostess details will be provided three days prior to charter): 1,610.00 €
JBL Karaoke Partybox: 110.00 €
JET SKI 180 HP (2022): 1,900.00 €
LICENCE REQUIRED
JET SKI Yamaha 90 HP (2020) : 950.00 €
LICENCE REQUIRED
KAYAK -2 seats version : 120.00 €
Kneeboard: 110.00 €
Masseuse / Nanny / Yoga / Fitness Instructor- ON REQUEST (from 200 €-300 €/day; meals not included, separate cabin, toilet and food obligatory, details will be provided three days prior to charter): 1,760.00 €
One way charter fee - Catamarans from 50 up to 53 ft (includes: full 7-days charter, operational/logistics fee, mooring fee in Dubrovnik not included, Fun pack A, B , C not included)- ON REQUEST ONLY: 860.00 €
Portable refrigerator CF 45 / 12 volt: 100.00 €
Safety net / catamarans from 50 ft up to 56 ft charter / : 240.00 €
Seabob F5: 900.00 €
Seabob F5S : 1,200.00 €
Seabob fast charger: 50.00 €
Snorkeling equipment - 1 set per person: 15.00 €
Snorkeling equipment - 3 sets : 30.00 €
Sports equipment (weights: 2x5kg, 2x7,5 kg, 2x15kg, push-up grips, yoga mat - limited): 170.00 €
SUP: 100.00 €
Swimming platform 3x3 m: 350.00 €
Tiwal 3 & 7 m2 sail: 500.00 €
Fun pack A, B, C: skipper's surcharge of 440€ will apply if the guest has no valid licence -
Offered via rendezvous only
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INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: GENERATOR & A/C , WATERMAKER, ICE MAKER, COFFEE MACHINE, TENDER: HIGHFIELD CLASSIC 380 DELUXE + OUTBOARDER YAMAHA 30HP, 2 x SUP, 1 x DONUT, 1 x KNEEBOARD, 2 JBL BOOMBOXES Obligatory extras: -Captain (meals not included): 1,820.00 € per week -Comfort package C 2025 (Includes final cleaning, welcome package, Wi-Fi (75 GB/week), bed sheets & towels, beach towels, snorkeling gear (for 2 persons), coffee machine + 10 capsules, ice maker, cooking gas): 720.00 € per booking -Croatian Tourist Tax: 1.33 € per person/night -Security deposit: 1,000.00 € Optional: Cook (meals not included): 1,820.00 € per week Hostess (meals not included): 1,610.00 € per week PLEASE NOTE: One guest bathroom needs to be shared with the crew 2026 PRICE LIST Until 23.05. - 13.200,00 EUR/week (Croatian VAT 13% icluded) 23.05. - 27.06. - 17.400,00 EUR/week (Croatian VAT 13% included) 27.06. - 29.08. - 23.200,00 EUR /week (Croatian VAT 13% included) 29.08. - 26.09. - 17.400,00 EUR /week (Croatian VAT 13% included) from 26.09. - 13.200,00 EUR/week (Croatian VAT 13% included) ONE WAY CHARTERS (ON REQUEST) One-way from/to: Split (Marina Kaštela) –> ACI Marina Dubrovnik or ACI Marina Dubrovnik –> Split (Marina Kaštela) 860.00 € per booking One way charter fee includes: full 7-days charter, operational/logistics fee, mooring fee in Dubrovnik not included and it is payable on the ACI Marina's reception FUN PACK NOT AVAILABLE FOR ONE WAY
Summer Base Port:Marina Kaštela (Split, Croatia)
Summer Operating Area:Croatia
Winter Base Port:Marina Kaštela (Split, Croatia)
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Location Details:Marina Kaštela Obala kralja Tomislava 21213 Kaštel Gomilica Split, Croatia Clients enjoy priority, private boarding with direct access to the yacht, where they are warmly welcomed by the crew. For added convenience, transfers from Split International Airport to Split West bank can be arranged upon request.
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Yacht layout
Specifications
Locations
Marina Kaštela (Split, Croati
Amenities
Water Sports
Other Toys
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
2 stand-up paddle boards (SUP)
1 kneeboard
1 donut
Security deposit: 1,000.00 €
Optional extras:
Beach towels (per person): 7.00 €
Bluetooth speaker (portable) JBL Xtreme 2 GM (limited and on request only): 50.00 €
Code 0 (Available on request only. Obligatory extra 1.000 EUR security deposit): 1,000.00 €
Cook (meals not included, separate cabin and toilet needs to be given for accommodation if not in the front peak. Cook details will be provided three days prior to charter): 1,820.00 €
Decktent (medium size): 200.00 €
E-FOIL Fliteboard AIR 3.0: 2,000.00 €
Extra bedlinen (per person): 5.00 €
Extra towels set (per person): 8.00 €
Fatboy bean bag (2 x Fatboy bean bag chairs in set): 120.00 €
Fishing gear (basic set): 150.00 €
Fishing gear (professional set): 240.00 €
FUN PACK A - (Jokerboat Coaster 470 + 70HP Yamaha, Wakeboard, Waterskis, Banana, Donut) : 1,300.00 €
(SKIPPER SURCHARGE MIGHT APPLY IF CLIENT HAS NO VALID LICENCE 440,00 EUR)
FUN PACK B - (Highfield OM 540 + 100HP Honda, Wakeboard, waterskis, banana, donut) : 1,700.00 €
(SKIPPER SURCHARGE MIGHT APPLY IF CLIENT HAS NO VALID LICENCE 440,00 EUR)
FUN PACK C - (Highfield 640 + 150HP Honda, Wakeboard, waterskis, banana, donut) : 2,300.00 €
(SKIPPER SURCHARGE MIGHT APPLY IF CLIENT HAS NO VALID LICENCE 440,00 EUR)
Gas BBQ Weber Q1200 black: 100.00 €
Hostess (meals not included, separate cabin and toilet needs to be given for accommodation if not in the front peak. Hostess details will be provided three days prior to charter): 1,610.00 €
JBL Karaoke Partybox: 110.00 €
JET SKI 180 HP (2022): 1,900.00 €
LICENCE REQUIRED
JET SKI Yamaha 90 HP (2020) : 950.00 €
LICENCE REQUIRED
KAYAK -2 seats version : 120.00 €
Kneeboard: 110.00 €
Masseuse / Nanny / Yoga / Fitness Instructor- ON REQUEST (from 200 €-300 €/day; meals not included, separate cabin, toilet and food obligatory, details will be provided three days prior to charter): 1,760.00 €
One way charter fee - Catamarans from 50 up to 53 ft (includes: full 7-days charter, operational/logistics fee, mooring fee in Dubrovnik not included, Fun pack A, B , C not included)- ON REQUEST ONLY: 860.00 €
Portable refrigerator CF 45 / 12 volt: 100.00 €
Safety net / catamarans from 50 ft up to 56 ft charter / : 240.00 €
Seabob F5: 900.00 €
Seabob F5S : 1,200.00 €
Seabob fast charger: 50.00 €
Snorkeling equipment - 1 set per person: 15.00 €
Snorkeling equipment - 3 sets : 30.00 €
Sports equipment (weights: 2x5kg, 2x7,5 kg, 2x15kg, push-up grips, yoga mat - limited): 170.00 €
SUP: 100.00 €
Swimming platform 3x3 m: 350.00 €
Tiwal 3 & 7 m2 sail: 500.00 €
Fun pack A, B, C: skipper's surcharge of 440€ will apply if the guest has no valid licence
- Year Built 2021
- Length 51 ft.
- Designer Lagoon
- Cabins 3
- Maximum Guests 6
- Starting From $10,880
*2 Guests, 5 Nights with Half-Board Meal Package
Got a Question? We’ve Got Answers.
Meet our Crew
CAPTAIN - VEDRAN GVOJIĆ
Vedran is a Croatian professional skipper, born in 1985 and based in Zagreb. His passion for the sea made him to fully dedicate to his sailing career since 2018, building solid experience through charter seasons and yacht deliveries in various sea conditions in Mediterranean, Atlantic and Caribbean waters.
He is known for his calm presence, friendly personality, strong navigational skills, and dedication to ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and seamless experience for every guest on board.
He has extensive knowledge of ports, anchorages, bays, restaurants and local activities, allowing him to plan well-balanced itineraries tailored to guests’ preferences while always maintaining a strong focus on safety and professionalism.
Skills/Expertise/Languages:
• Yachtmaster Category A (up to 100 GT)
• GMDSS Restricted Operator’s Certificate (HR IV/1)
• Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1)
• Security Awareness (STCW VI/6-1)
• Designated Security Duties (STCW VI/6-2)
• Experience with monohulls and catamarans (up to 60 ft / 55 ft)
• Maintenance and repair of onboard technical issues
• Experience with power boats, Jet-ski, Seabob and water towables
• EU Drone licence
• Croatian (native), English (fluent)
Personal interests:
When he’s not at sea, Vedran enjoys fishing, mountain biking, and spending time outdoors. He has a passion for photography and drone videography, and loves capturing special moments and beautiful scenery along the journey — often sharing these unique perspectives with guests as a memorable part of their experience. At home, he enjoys relaxing with his dog and cat, who are an important part of his everyday life.
Why Vedran loves his Job:
“For me, sailing is more than a profession — it’s a way of life. I take great pride in creating safe, relaxed, and unforgettable experiences for guests, whether discovering hidden bays, navigating open seas, or completing demanding offshore passages. Every journey brings new challenges and opportunities to deliver excellence.”
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Guest Testimonials
Guest review and testimonial - summer 2022
Guest review and testimonial - summer 2022