Bavaria 50 Cruiser | Sophia

Sail boat · D-Marin Marina Lefkas · JF Yachts

5 cab 10 berths 15.4m 2006

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€2,432 from / week

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Refundable security deposit €2,500 held at check-in, returned after charter

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.

Available Weeks

Typical weather at Lefkada (3-year mean, Open-Meteo)

Jan

15°

7h 15

Feb

15°

9h 15

Mar

18°

10h 18

Apr

20°

11h 17

May

24°

11h 17

Jun

31°

14h 16

Jul

34°

14h 18

Aug

33°

13h 18

Sep

29°

11h 16

Oct

24°

10h 14

Nov

20°

7h 17

Dec

16°

7h 12

Prime Shoulder Off-season

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What you'll pay

Charter pricing is famously opaque. Here's everything the operator will charge — mandatory items paid at the base, plus optional add-ons you can opt into.

Paid at the base (mandatory)

Final Cleaning

Includes bed linen and towels - one set per person

Standard end-of-charter cleaning + linen, charged across Greece.

€200 per rental mandatory

Refundable security deposit

Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer), refunded after charter if the yacht is returned without damage. Deposit-waiver insurance is one of the optional extras below — reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

€2,500 refundable mandatory

Services & extras (optional)

WiFi spot (10 GB)

€50 per week optional

Outboard Engine

€100 per week optional

Hostess

€190 per night optional

SUP

€130 per week optional

Gennaker (upon availability)

€200 per week optional

Railing net

€150 per rental optional

Skipper

€210 per night optional

5 Cabins

10 Berths

3 Toilets

15m Length

Length15.4m

Beam4.49m

Cabins5

Berths10

WC3

Year2006

TypeSail boat

Deposit€2,500

Equipment (7 aboard · 45 not)

Radio-CD player
Electric toilet
Solar Panels
Chart plotter in cockpit
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Teak Cockpit
Air condition
Heating
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Cockpit speakers
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Cockpit cushions
Generator
Inverter
Water maker
Holding tank
Autopilot
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Electric winches
Bimini
Outboard engine
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Hydraulic gangway
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Teak deck
Railing net
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Dinghy
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle

Ideal for families This Bavaria 50 is a solid choice if you're bringing a larger group or multigenerational crew, five cabins sleep ten comfortably, making per-person costs very reasonable. The teak cockpit and sprayhood suggest genuine cruising comfort rather than racing-focused design.

Smart practical kit The bow thruster is a real bonus for tight anchorages and marina maneuvers, and the solar panels plus electric toilet show thoughtful provisioning for longer passages. A chart plotter in the cockpit is standard these days, but worth noting it's there.

Excellent value proposition At €2,432/week with a modest €2,500 deposit, you're getting a well-reviewed boat (4.8/5 from JF Yachts) at a genuinely competitive rate for a five-cabin vessel. For international guests flying in from the US or further afield, this pricing makes the charter economically attractive even after flight costs.

Age worth noting Built in 2006, "Sophia" is now 18 years old, still seaworthy if maintained, but worth confirming the engine hours and recent service history before committing. Ask JF Yachts directly about any recent refits or upgrades to major systems.

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The marina & destination

Based at D-Marin Marina Lefkas, in Lefkada, Greece. Sophia is operated by JF Yachts .

East Shore

Why this is a great starting point

D-Marin Lefkas sits on the west coast of Lefkada, positioning you perfectly for week one exploration of the Ionian Islands; you can reach Meganisi, Scorpios, and Nidri across the channel within an hour, then push south toward Kefalonia and Ithaka. The protected waters and light northerly winds typical in summer make this an ideal launch point for less experienced sailors, while stronger crews can venture further south toward Zakynthos or explore the intricate anchorages around Paxi to the north. The marina itself offers good facilities and a reliable base for provisioning before heading into the Ionian's quieter anchorages and fjord-like inlets.

Can Sophia be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Sophia bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.

What sailing licence do I need to charter Sophia?

Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.

What's included in the charter price?

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.

What additional costs should I expect at the base?

Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.

How does the security deposit work?

The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

Can I cancel my charter booking?

Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.

Is the yacht insured?

Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.

What documents do I need to bring?

You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.

What payment methods are accepted?

Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.