Bavaria C50 Style | Vela

Sailing yacht · Port of Volos · Aquatrotters

5 cab 12 berths 15m 2023

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Pay now €1,400.00

Skipper (excl. meals) €1,400.00

Hostess (excl. meals) €1,330.00

Billed €190.00 per day · total for your 7 nights = €1,330.00

Skipper (excl. meals) €1,470.00

Billed €210.00 per day · total for your 7 nights = €1,470.00

At base €300.00

End cleaning, bed linen, towels €300.00

Outboard €100.00

Billed €100.00 per week · total for your 7 nights = €100.00

Long Term Parking Coupon €120.00

Billed €120.00 per week · total for your 7 nights = €120.00

Conversion to 4 double cabin €200.00

Safety Net €250.00

Extra Linen (per set) €20.00

Conversion to 3 double cabins €200.00

Your price €1,700.00

Estimate — final figures confirmed at quote

Refundable deposit €3,500.00

Held at check-in (card pre-auth or bank transfer). Returned after charter if the yacht is returned without damage.

Final figures confirmed at quote — applies any active discounts and locks the operator's per-unit rates.

Length15m

Beam5m

Cabins5

Berths12

WC3

Year2023

TypeSailing yacht

Deposit€3,500

Not a crewed yacht: this boat charters without a professional crew.

No crewed season rates for this yacht.

No water toys or diving listed for this yacht.

Cabin charter (book a single cabin) is not offered for this yacht.

Who It Suits. The Bavaria C50 works well for larger groups or families wanting comfortable sailing without boutique pricing; with five cabins and space for 12, you can spread out properly and avoid the squeeze many sailing charters impose. It's equally suited to mixed-ability crews since modern Bavarias are well-balanced and forgiving to sail.

What Stands Out. A 2023 build means the boat is essentially new; systems are reliable, interiors are fresh, and you're not inheriting wear from multiple seasons. Volos is a solid Greek base with reasonable airport access from Athens (around 3.5 hours drive), making it workable for European and transatlantic crews without excessive ground time.

Value For Money. At €2623 per week, the per-person cost for a full charter drops to roughly €220 weekly per berth; that's competitive for a modern five-cabin boat with a manageable deposit of €3500. You're paying a fair rate for the age and capacity, though rates depend on season and booking window.

One Thing To Note. Twelve berths sounds spacious on paper, but the C50 was designed for comfort rather than maximum packing; realistically, you'll be happiest with 8-10 people aboard. Confirm exact cabin layouts with Aquatrotters before committing, as comfort at full capacity varies by how berths are arranged.

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Based at Port of Volos, Greece. Vela is operated by Aquatrotters.

Why this is a great starting point

Volos sits at the gateway to the Sporades islands, making it ideal for week-one cruising to Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos with consistent northerly winds; the crossing to these islands typically takes 4-8 hours depending on your chosen anchorage. The marina offers good facilities and the Pelion peninsula provides a scenic backdrop, though expect the meltemi wind to strengthen as the season progresses. From here you can also explore the quieter Evia coast to the south or venture north towards Thassos if conditions allow, giving you flexibility for a relaxed first week of chartering.

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Location: Port of Volos · Greece
Check-in: Flexible from 17:00. Alternative times can usually be agreed with the operator at booking.
Check-out: By 09:00 on the return day. Empty the boat, refuel if required, then a 30-minute handover with the base manager.
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: €3,500 · held at base by card swipe or cash. Refunded after handover provided the boat and inventory are returned undamaged.
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 via a UK broker (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).

Jan

13°

7h 14 15°

Feb

13°

8h 13 14°

Mar

17°

9h 14 14°

Apr

20°

11h 14 16°

May

23°

12h 15 19°

Jun

30°

14h 15 23°

Jul

34°

14h 16 25°

Aug

32°

13h 15 25°

Sep

27°

11h 13 23°

Oct

23°

9h 11 21°

Nov

18°

8h 13 19°

Dec

14°

7h 12 17°

Prime Shoulder Off-season

Sea above 20°C is comfortable swimming · above 22°C is full-summer · below 18°C feels brisk.

Can Vela be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter Vela 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 Vela?

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.

Bareboat or skippered — which suits our crew?

Bareboat is for crews with at least one experienced skipper (RYA Day Skipper / ICC level) plus a co-skipper, and a track record of similar passages. Skippered charters add a professional skipper for typically £150–£250 per day — recommended if anyone in your group is light on Mediterranean experience, if you want a relaxed week without responsibility, or if the area is new to you. You can also hire a hostess (cook + cabin help) on top.

Can we sail to a neighbouring country during the charter?

Sometimes, with the operator's written consent and the right paperwork. Common cross-borders: Croatia → Montenegro, Greece → Turkey, BVI → USVI. Most operators charge a one-off cruising-permit fee (typically €100–€300) and need 4–8 weeks' notice. Tell us at quote time and we'll arrange it — spontaneous border-crossing during the trip usually isn't allowed.

Do I need travel insurance on top of the charter insurance?

Yes. The yacht is insured by the operator for damage and third-party liability, but that doesn't cover you. Charter cancellation insurance (typically 4–5% of the charter fee) covers you if you have to cancel last-minute; standard travel insurance covers medical, flight, and personal-effects loss. We can recommend a UK broker that bundles both.

What happens if there's bad weather on the day?

For day-to-day weather you'll plan the week to avoid the worst — the Adriatic and Aegean have very predictable wind patterns. If a serious storm makes the start-day handover impossible, the operator delays check-in until conditions improve and refunds any lost days. The yacht itself is insured against weather damage, so you're not exposed.

Can I hold this yacht while I decide?

Yes — an option holds the yacht in your name for typically 48–72 hours at no cost. Useful if you're waiting on the rest of the crew to confirm, comparing it against another yacht, or sorting flights. Ask us when you enquire and we'll arrange the option with the operator.

We'll check live availability, apply any discounts, and come back within hours.

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