Zeilboot Uljanik Pula Ketch (1964)

Sail with the Legend on a voyage where history meets the Adriatic soul. Besa is not just a sailing boat—she is a storyteller, The first Croatian boat that sailed around the world. Writer and sailor Joža Horvat together with 3 other crew members accomplished that voyage from ’s log was published in several world languages and became one of the best Croatian travel logs, while the sailboat Besa became the most famous boat in Croatian literature. She offers travelers a chance to step aboard a piece of living history, moving beyond simple sailing to explore the relationship between the people of Dalmatia and the sea. Unlike many historic vessels relegated to museums, Besa continues to sail, preserving the intangible heritage of traditional sailing techniques and maritime storytelling. Besa is available for daily tours for up to 10 guests. Onboard you have SUP, kayak and snorkeling gear. Traditioinal dalmatian finger food with water and white wine will be served.

Specifications:

Build year – 1964 Builder – Uljanik, Pula, Croatia Material – Submarine Steel Type - ketch

Length Overall – 16,80 m Hull Length – 15,00 m Beam Max. – 4,10 m Draft – 2,50 m Displacement – 27.000 Kg Fuel Tank – 800 lt approx. Water Tank – 2000 lt approx.

Toilets – 1 Recommended passengers – 8(daily tour) Max. passengers – 10(daily tour)