Okyrroy (Bavaria 40)
2009 · 12.5 m · 3 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€1,660 · 17 Oct – 31 Dec
Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
17 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 midrange cruiser The Bavaria 40 is a well-proven design that suits couples and small families looking for a manageable sailboat without breaking the bank. At 12.5 metres and 3 cabins sleeping 8, it's roomy enough for a relaxed week without feeling cramped, and the outboard engine takes the stress out of tight anchorages.
Practical comfort features You get sensible kit here, solar panels mean less generator noise, a sprayhood keeps the helm station dry during passage work, and the bimini provides shade at anchor. The radio-CD player is a nice touch for those lazy afternoons, though by modern standards you'll want to bring a Bluetooth speaker or your own audio setup.
Excellent value proposition At €2,070 per week with just a €2,000 deposit, this represents genuinely competitive pricing for a boat in this size and condition class. You're getting a 15-year-old vessel that's clearly been maintained, without paying premium rates for a newer model.
One realistic note Aegeas Yachting operates from an unlisted base location, so do confirm the charter base before booking, you'll need to factor in airport transfers and connection times from whichever European hub you're flying into. A 2009 Bavaria will also require a bit more hands-on maintenance than a newer build, so it suits sailors comfortable with standard troubleshooting rather than those wanting a spotless, worry-free week.
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Where Charters WentKavala and Thassos
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Kavala and Thassos, 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.
Top Overnight Stops
- Limenaria80%
- Thimonias25%
- Skala Kallirachis12%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Thassos Town was the most common first night out, at 52% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 63% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Kavala · Greece
Based at Kavala, Greece . Okyrroy is operated by Aegeas Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Kavala · 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
- €2,000
- 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 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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