Lila (Bavaria 46 Cruiser)
Zante
Weekly prices€2,400 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
18 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.
Perfect for families The Bavaria 46 Cruiser suits groups of 4, 8 looking for a comfortable, well-equipped sail experience without breaking the bank. Four cabins and solid cruising kit make this a genuine family-friendly option.
Standout practical features Solar panels, bow thruster, and a full sprayhood keep life aboard easy and enjoyable, especially useful in variable Ionian weather. The chart plotter and inverter mean you're genuinely self-sufficient for longer passages, and a dinghy with outboard opens up anchorages the bigger boats can't reach.
Excellent value proposition At €1,920 per week with just a €2,000 deposit, this Bavaria undercuts a lot of comparable 4-cabin cruisers in the Greek islands charter market. You're getting 2008 build quality (proven platform) at a price point that leaves budget for provisioning and experiences.
One practical note The operator has only one review on record, so while the 5/5 rating is positive, you won't have the historical feedback trail longer-established operators offer. Worth asking Aiolos directly about their maintenance schedule and recent refit work before committing, especially given the boat's 2008 vintage.
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The marina & destination Zante · Greece
Based at Zante, Greece . Lila is operated by Aiolos Zante.
Good to know
- Location
- Zante · 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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