S/Y Lydia (Bavaria Cruiser 37)
Marina Kos
Weekly prices€2,300 · 3 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Solid family cruiser The Bavaria Cruiser 37 is a smart pick for families or small groups wanting genuine comfort without breaking the bank. At 11.3 metres with three cabins and a galley setup, she's spacious enough for up to eight people without feeling cramped.
Well-equipped for independence Solar panels, autopilot, and a bow thruster mean you'll handle longer passages and tight anchorages with confidence, no fancy frills, but the practical gear that matters. The swimming platform and sprayhood are proper touches for Mediterranean cruising, and having a dinghy included saves you a rental fee.
Excellent value proposition At €2,480 per week, this represents genuinely fair pricing for a 2017 vessel with decent modern kit. The €3,200 deposit is reasonable, and you're getting a boat that's young enough to be reliable without premium pricing.
One practical note The operator details aren't shown here, so before booking, confirm their base location and transfer logistics from the nearest major airport, critical if you're flying in from the US or further afield. A quick chat with Kekeris Yachts will tell you everything about turnaround timing and whether they offer airport shuttle services.
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The marina & destination Marina Kos · Greece
Based at Marina Kos, Greece . S/Y Lydia is operated by Kekeris Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Kos · 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
- €3,200
- 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
Kos and the north Dodecanese
- Leros57%
- Kalymnos50%
- Lipsi48%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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