Paolo (Bavaria 50)
Nikiana Marina
Weekly prices€2,600 · 19 Sep – 28 Oct
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Gallery4 photos
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 3 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.
Who it suits: This is a solid choice for families or small groups wanting a spacious, well-equipped sailing boat without breaking the bank. With 5 cabins and room for 10, you've got flexibility for multi-generational trips or friends' holidays.
Standout features: The Bavaria 50 punches above its weight with bow thruster, autopilot, and chart plotter, all things that make life easier when you're managing a bigger boat. Solar panels, snorkeling kit, and a decent inventory (sprayhood, bimini, cockpit cushions) suggest the owner actually thinks about comfort and practicality.
Value proposition: At €2,551 per week with a modest €2,000 deposit, you're getting a 15-metre boat at a genuinely competitive rate. For groups, the per-person cost splits very favourably compared to newer or smaller alternatives.
One heads-up: She's 16 years old, so while the spec looks good, do ask Main Sailing specifically about recent engine hours, when the rig was last serviced, and whether she's been regularly maintained. A pre-charter survey chat is worth your time before committing.
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The marina & destination Nikiana Marina · Greece
Based at Nikiana Marina, Greece . Paolo 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
- €2,000
- 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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