Chimera (Bavaria 42)
2001 · 12.9 m · 4 cabins · 9 berths
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Weekly prices€1,280 · 1 Jan – 16 Apr
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 9 berths (8+1) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
25 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 Choice The Bavaria 42 "Chimera" is a well-equipped 42-footer that suits couples and small groups (up to 9 berths across 4 cabins) looking for comfortable, unpretentious sailing in the Mediterranean. At 23 years old, she's experienced but the spec suggests decent maintenance with modern navigation and practical amenities.
Smart Practical Features You get real cruising comfort here: solar panels for longer anchoring, a sprayhood and bimini for Greek sun, dual chart plotters for navigation peace of mind, and a dinghy included, useful for exploring quieter anchorages around the Aegean. These aren't flashy upgrades, but they make actual sailing easier.
Value Holds Up Well At €1,890/week with a modest €1,500 deposit, this represents decent value for a 4-cabin boat. You're paying fairly for what you get without the premium tag of newer vessels, and the included kit (dinghy, solar, outboard) adds practical value that matters on longer charters.
Age Does Matter Here She's a 2001 build, so while that's not ancient for a charter boat, factor in that systems and upholstery will show their age. Request a detailed handover survey and confirm engine hours, on a vessel this vintage, those details matter more than the build year alone.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Limenaria, 80% of trips
If you're planning a yacht charter from Kavala and Thassos, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2025 season, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
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.
We can help you work through a charter route from Kavala and Thassos for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
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%
- Aliki25%
- Skala Kallirachis12%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
The marina & destination Kavala Marina · Greece
Based at Kavala Marina, Greece . Chimera is operated by Kavala Sailing Holidays.
Good to know
- Location
- Kavala Marina · 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
- €1,500
- 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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