MAIA (Bavaria C42 (3 cab.))
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€3,343 · 26 Sep – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families The Bavaria C42 is an excellent choice if you're bringing kids or less experienced sailors, it's spacious enough for three cabins with eight berths, yet manageable enough to handle without a professional crew. The modern 2024 build means reliable systems and low maintenance headaches during your week.
Smart practical features You get the essentials that make charter life comfortable: bow thruster for easy mooring (brilliant in tight Med harbours), autopilot so you're not hand-steering all week, and a sprayhood to keep spray off when motoring into the wind. The bimini and cockpit speakers are nice touches for those relaxed anchorage evenings.
Honest value proposition At €4,135 per week, this sits in the mid-range for a modern 42-footer, not bargain-basement, but fair for a 2024 boat with solid kit and zero deposit required. You're paying for reliability and comfort rather than luxury frills, which suits most charter groups perfectly.
One realistic caveat We don't have the base location listed here, which matters if you're flying international, some bases require long ground transfers that can eat into your first day. I'd recommend checking where Y Knot Yachting operates and confirm airport logistics before booking, especially if you're connecting from a major European hub.
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The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . MAIA is operated by Y Knot Yachting.
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.
- 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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