The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.
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Final figures confirmed at quote — applies any active discounts and locks the operator's per-unit rates.
Not a crewed yacht: this boat charters without a professional crew.
No crewed season rates for this yacht.
No water toys or diving listed for this yacht.
Cabin charter (book a single cabin) is not offered for this yacht.
Who This Suits. The Bali 4.2 works well for mixed-ability groups of 4 to 8 people who want relaxed sailing in the Ionian without complexity. It's particularly good if you have non-sailors or less confident crew alongside experienced hands, because the catamaran layout is forgiving and the modern systems do heavy lifting for you.
Standout Strengths. This 2022 build ticks almost every comfort box: air conditioning, generator, solar panels, electric winches, and a proper flybridge with bimini give you genuine cruising comfort rather than roughing it. The lazy bag and lazy jacks mean sail handling is low-stress, and the four cabins allow reasonable privacy for two couples or a small family group.
Value For Money. At roughly £4,700 per week, you're paying a fair rate for a fairly new, well-equipped catamaran in a prime Mediterranean base. Corfu's Gouvia Marina is genuinely convenient for European flights, and Greek islands sailing is excellent value compared to the Caribbean; the spec here justifies the price without being premium.
Honest Caveat. The boat sleeps 10 but realistically you'll want 6 to 8 for comfort; the smaller cabins will feel tight for two weeks. Check that Minas-Yachting's support is English-speaking and responsive before you commit, since you'll be flying from abroad and won't want communication headaches if something needs sorting.
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Based at Corfu, Gouvia Marina, Greece. Persona Grata is operated by Minas-Yachting .
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki) — Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.
Ionian bases — Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.
Dodecanese — Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.
Cyclades — Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 15°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 14°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 14°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 16°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 19°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 23°C — warm enough for long swims.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 25°C — full-summer swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 25°C — full-summer swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 23°C — warm enough for long swims.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 21°C — comfortable swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 19°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 17°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Sea above 20°C is comfortable swimming · above 22°C is full-summer · below 18°C feels brisk.
A starting point, not a script — pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day — and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece — most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
We'll check live availability, apply any discounts, and come back within hours.
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