Skarape (Bavaria 44)
Preveza Marina
Weekly prices€2,000 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
22 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.
Great family choice The Bavaria 44 "Skarape" is a solid mid-size cruiser that suits families or groups of 6, 10 looking to explore Greece without breaking the bank. Four cabins sleep up to 10, though realistically you'll be most comfortable with 6, 8 people who don't mind sharing bathrooms.
Well-equipped vessel This boat punches above its weight for the price, you get essentials like autopilot, chart plotter, radar, and bow thruster, plus nice-to-haves like solar panels, Wi-Fi, and a paddle board. The bimini and sprayhood mean you're protected from the Greek sun, and electric winches take the strain out of sailing.
Excellent value At €1,785/week with a modest €1,500 deposit, you're looking at one of the better deals for a 44-footer in the Mediterranean. For international guests flying into Athens or nearby, the Ionian base offers good access via a short connecting flight or scenic drive.
Age worth noting She's 20 years old, which is honest and not unusual for Greek charter fleets, but do factor in that older vessels sometimes need more patience with systems and maintenance during your week.
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The marina & destination Preveza Marina · Greece
Based at Preveza Marina, Greece . Skarape is operated by Ionian Serenity Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Preveza 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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