Bavaria 38 Cruiser | Meander

Sail boat · Nikiti · Albatross Yachting

3 cab 8 berths 11.72m 2004
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€1,600 from / week
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Refundable security deposit €2,000 held at check-in, returned after charter

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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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

Comfort pack 3 cabins
The comfort pack includes: • Welcome at the airport by your English-speaking escort • One Transfer from Airport to Nikiti in a minibus - For additional transfers request quote - Extra transferts (airport-hotel and hotel-marina) are not included (request quote) • Assistance and advising during provisioning • Outboard and first fill of gasoline • Spare gas bottle • A practical illustrated guide with local tips • Linen - 1 set of linen per person - For additional linen please request quote • End cleaning • One Transfert from Nikiti to the Airport in a minibus - For additional transfers request quote - Extra transfers (airport-hotel and hotel-marina) are not included (request quote)
€530 per rental mandatory
Refundable security deposit
Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
€2,000 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

One way fee, Nikiti to Sporades
€520 per rental optional
SUP
€120 per week optional
Extra crew change
€150 per rental optional
Skipper's fee + meals
€190 per night optional
gennaker up to 40ft yacht
€250 per week optional
Cleaning 3 cabins
€105 per rental optional
Extra set of linen
€10 per rental optional
Safety net
€170 per rental optional
Hostess fee + meals
€180 per night optional
Beach towels
10, 00 euro per towel. (Yours to keep)
€10 per rental optional
All inclusive food service-hostess mandatory
€55 per night optional
Extra children lifejackets
€10 per week optional
WiFi 3.5 GB on board
€50 per week optional
3 Cabins
8 Berths (6+2)
1 Toilet
11m Length
Specifications & Equipment
Length11.72m
Beam3.9m
Cabins3
Berths8
WC1
Year2004
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,000

Equipment (8 aboard · 44 not)

  • Radio-CD player
  • Cockpit speakers
  • Autopilot
  • Chart plotter
  • Bimini
  • Sprayhood
  • Outboard engine
  • Dinghy
  • Air condition
  • Heating
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Game console
  • Wi-Fi & Internet
  • Convertible table
  • Cockpit cushions
  • Electric toilet
  • Generator
  • Solar Panels
  • Inverter
  • Water maker
  • Holding tank
  • Outside Steering Position
  • Chart plotter in cockpit
  • Radar
  • Spinnaker
  • Gennaker
  • Racing sails
  • Lazy jack
  • Lazy bag
  • Electric winches
  • Bow thruster
  • Rudder blades
  • Flybridge
  • Hydraulic gangway
  • Tender garage
  • Tenderlift platform
  • Swimming platform
  • Swimming pool
  • Underwater lights
  • Teak Cockpit
  • Teak deck
  • Railing net
  • Barbecue grill in cockpit
  • Diving equipment
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Stand up paddle
SailChecker Expert View

Perfect for groups The Bavaria 38 is an excellent choice if you're chartering with friends or family—three cabins sleep up to eight people, making per-person costs very reasonable for a week's escape. You'll get genuine comfort without the premium price tag of newer boats.

Well-equipped cruiser This boat ticks the practical boxes: autopilot takes the strain on longer passages, the sprayhood and bimini keep you protected from Atlantic spray or Mediterranean sun, and the chart plotter with radio means you're navigating safely. A dinghy is included, which opens up anchorages the bigger boats can't reach.

Strong value proposition At €1,600/week with just a €2,000 deposit, you're getting genuine cruising capability at genuinely fair pricing. The outboard engine means easy maneuvering in tight harbors, and the cockpit speakers add a nice quality-of-life touch that doesn't appear on every bareboat.

One honest note She's nearly 20 years old now, so while Bavarias are famously robust, you'll want to confirm during your pre-charter walk-through that systems like the autopilot and chart plotter are functioning reliably—age does take its toll. That said, Albatross Yachting's maintenance reputation is solid, and a boat this age in their fleet suggests it's been looked after properly.

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The marina & destination

Based at Nikiti, in Nikiti - Chalkidiki, Greece. Meander is operated by Albatross Yachting.

Frequently asked questions
Can Meander be rented with or without a skipper?
You can charter Meander bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.
What sailing licence do I need to charter Meander?
Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.
What's included in the charter price?
The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.
What additional costs should I expect at the base?
Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.
How does the security deposit work?
The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.
Can I cancel my charter booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.
Is the yacht insured?
Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.
What documents do I need to bring?
You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.
What payment methods are accepted?
Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.