Little Secret (Bavaria 55 Cruiser l)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€3,900 · 26 Sep – 10 Oct
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Gallery3 photos
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
16 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 groups With 5 cabins sleeping up to 12, this Bavaria is ideal for larger parties, families, friends, or corporate groups wanting to share costs and the experience. At €3,630/week, that's excellent value when split among eight people or more.
Well-equipped cruiser The bow thruster and sprayhood make her genuinely user-friendly for mixed-ability crews, while solar panels and modern amenities keep you comfortable on longer passages. The 2010 build is well-maintained judging by JF Yachts' stellar 4.8/5 rating across nine reviews.
Strong value proposition This is one of the better-value large cruising yachts available, you're getting serious accommodation and comfort at a price that undercuts newer competition. The low €2,000 deposit is refreshingly reasonable too.
One honest note We're missing the charter base location, which matters for your flight logistics; contact JF Yachts directly to confirm how close the departure port is to an international airport and whether they offer airport transfers. That detail will shape whether this is genuinely convenient for your group or requires an extra travel day.
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The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Little Secret is operated by JF Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Alimos 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
Where charters went
Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus)
- Poros76%
- Aegina54%
- Hydra46%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus) went
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