Bavaria 36 Cruiser : Irene
- Length
- 11.3 m
- Toilets
- 1
Photos
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Price & Extras
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Weekly prices
Specifications
11.3m · 2011 · Sail boat
Equipment
Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.
- Sprayhood
- Inverter
- Cockpit speakers
- Outboard engine
- Dinghy
- Snorkeling equipment
- Radar
- Lazy jack
- Cockpit cushions
- Radio-CD player
- Solar Panels
Air condition: Not listed by operatorHeating: Not listed by operatorRefrigerator: Not listed by operatorCoffee maker: Not listed by operatorIce maker: Not listed by operatorDishwasher: Not listed by operatorWasher/Dryer: Not listed by operatorTV: Not listed by operatorDVD player: Not listed by operatorGame console: Not listed by operatorWi-Fi & Internet: Not listed by operatorConvertible table: Not listed by operatorElectric toilet: Not listed by operatorGenerator: Not listed by operatorWater maker: Not listed by operatorHolding tank: Not listed by operatorAutopilot: Not listed by operatorOutside Steering Position: Not listed by operatorChart plotter: Not listed by operatorChart plotter in cockpit: Not listed by operatorSpinnaker: Not listed by operatorGennaker: Not listed by operatorRacing sails: Not listed by operatorLazy bag: Not listed by operatorElectric winches: Not listed by operatorBimini: Not listed by operatorBow thruster: Not listed by operatorRudder blades: Not listed by operatorFlybridge: Not listed by operatorHydraulic gangway: Not listed by operatorTender garage: Not listed by operatorTenderlift platform: Not listed by operatorSwimming platform: Not listed by operatorSwimming pool: Not listed by operatorUnderwater lights: Not listed by operatorTeak Cockpit: Not listed by operatorTeak deck: Not listed by operatorRailing net: Not listed by operatorBarbecue grill in cockpit: Not listed by operatorDiving equipment: Not listed by operatorStand up paddle: Not listed by operator
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
15 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Perfect for couples This Bavaria 36 works brilliantly for two couples or a small family wanting a proper sailing yacht without breaking the bank. At 11.3 metres, she's manageable for someone with basic sailing experience but still feels like a real boat.
Clever kit onboard The standout features here are the solar panels, radar, and lazy jack system , these show an owner who understands what actually matters on a charter yacht. Snorkeling gear and a dinghy included means you can properly explore anchorages, not just hit the obvious spots.
Excellent value proposition At €1,400 per week with a modest €1,000 deposit, this is genuinely competitive pricing for a well-equipped three-cabin sailboat. You're getting a 2011 Bavaria in active use, which suggests the boat is maintained regularly.
One note of caution The operator has only one review on file, so this is a smaller outfit , brilliant service is absolutely possible, but you won't find a track record yet. Before booking, I'd suggest contacting GA Holidays directly to confirm their support setup, especially if you're flying in from abroad and need reliable communication around arrival logistics.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia during the 2025 season. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Meganisi was the most common first night out, at 37% of trips with a recorded first night. On 62% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
Planning your charter route
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia for this type of boat.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Blue shading shows approximate sea depth, not for navigation. Depth data: GEBCO Compilation Group (2026) GEBCO 2026 Grid (doi:10.5285/4f68d5c7-45eb-f999-e063-7086abc036fa)
Top Overnight Stops
- Meganisi 59%
- Fiskardo 55%
- Sivota (Lefkas) 44%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
A common three-stop core
Meganisi · Fiskardo · Sivota (Lefkas)
15% of qualifying full weeks included this core.
The share covers these three stops, not necessarily their listed order or the connecting path. Other stops may be omitted. This is a historical area pattern from tracked sailing boats in 2025, not a prediction for this boat.
The marina & destination
Marina Paleros
Based at Marina Paleros , Greece . Irene is operated by GA Holidays.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Paleros · Greece
- Licences
- Bareboat skipper licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, or equivalent) and VHF licence are required, plus a co-skipper or second crew member with a sailing CV. Greek authorities check both at the marina.
- Security deposit
- €1,000
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there
Flights to Greece
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.
Possible routes
Greece · three classic charter areas
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Saronic Gulf
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
1Athens (Alimos)
2Aegina
3Poros
4Hydra
5Spetses
Cyclades
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day, and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
1Athens
2Kea
3Paros
4Naxos
5Mykonos
Ionian
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
1Lefkas
2Meganisi
3Ithaca
4Kefalonia
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