Captain John (Bavaria 46 Cruiser)
Nikiana Marina
Weekly prices€3,400 · 19 Sep – 28 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 9 berths (8+1) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
10 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 46 is a proven, well-balanced design that handles cruising and coastal sailing equally well. Captain John's 2016 build means she's modern enough to be comfortable without being fussy about maintenance.
Standout practical kit. Solar panels, generator, air conditioning, and a bow thruster give you real-world conveniences, no sweating belowdecks or struggling in tight anchorages. The four cabins sleep nine, so it's genuinely sociable without feeling cramped, and that snorkeling gear suggests the operator knows their clientele.
Fair value proposition. At this size and age with this equipment spec, the €2,500 deposit is reasonable and suggests sensible pricing overall. You're not paying boutique-boat rates, but you're getting a yacht that won't surprise you with reliability gremlins mid-charter.
One honest note: The base location isn't listed in your details, which matters, a lot. Before booking, confirm where Captain John actually floats; that'll determine your travel logistics and whether you're looking at a simple airport hop or a multi-leg journey to reach her. Ask Main Sailing directly about the home port and transfer time from the nearest major international airport.
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The marina & destination Nikiana Marina · Greece
Based at Nikiana Marina, Greece . Captain John is operated by Main Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Nikiana 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
- €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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