Simeon (Bavaria C45 (5 cbs))
Paros port
Weekly prices€3,280 · 26 Sep – 10 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups The Bavaria C45 is an excellent choice if you're chartering with extended family or friends, five cabins sleep up to 12, making per-person costs very reasonable for larger parties. The 2019 build means modern systems and good condition throughout.
Smart practical features This boat includes genuinely useful kit: the bow thruster makes tight anchorages and marina entries straightforward (great for less experienced skippers), solar panels offset power consumption, and the sprayhood protects your cockpit time in typical European waters. The chart plotter in the cockpit is standard but essential.
Strong value proposition JF Yachts has an impressive 4.8/5 rating, and the €3,000 deposit is reasonable, suggesting competitive daily rates for a five-cabin, well-equipped cruiser of this age. You're getting a reliable, modern boat without premium pricing.
One thing to note At 14 metres with 12 berths, cabin space will be cosy if you're actually filling all bunks; it's genuinely better suited to 8, 10 people for real comfort. Also, we'd recommend confirming the exact charter base location and transfer logistics from your nearest international airport before booking, that'll determine your ease of arrival.
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The marina & destination Paros port · Greece
Based at Paros port, Greece . Simeon is operated by JF Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Paros port · 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
- €3,000
- 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
Paros, Antiparos and Santorini
- Antiparos63%
- Schinousa49%
- Pano Koufonisi48%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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