Ira (Bavaria 39 Cruiser)
Lavrion Main Port
Weekly prices€2,990 · 22 Aug – 3 Oct
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Gallery6 photos
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
20 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.
Solid Mid-Range Cruiser The Bavaria 39 is a proven, comfortable cruising yacht that suits couples and small families wanting to explore at a relaxed pace rather than race. With 3 cabins and 6 berths, "Ira" handles mixed groups well without feeling cramped.
Well-Equipped Vessel This boat ticks practical boxes: bow thruster for easy mooring, solar panels and inverter for battery management, autopilot and chart plotter for navigation, plus a proper galley fridge and electric toilet. The teak deck, bimini, and sprayhood make time on deck genuinely pleasant in variable weather.
Fair Value Proposition At 2006 vintage with solid gear, the pricing should feel reasonable for a bareboat charter, though the base location isn't listed here, so confirm that against your travel logistics from the US or Europe. The €2,500 deposit is standard.
One Honest Note The 5-star rating comes from just one review, so take that glowing assessment with a pinch of salt until you see more feedback. Ask Olympic Yachting directly about recent season reports and any quirks with this specific boat.
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.
The marina & destination Lavrion Main Port · Greece
Based at Lavrion Main Port, Greece . Ira is operated by Olympic Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Lavrion Main Port · 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
- €2,500
- 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 there4 airports nearby
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 routes3 hand-picked itineraries
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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