S/Y Klelia (Bavaria Cruiser 40)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€2,350 · 3 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 7 berths (6+1) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
14 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 small crews. The Bavaria Cruiser 40 works well for groups of 4, 6 sailors who want a comfortable, manageable boat without the complexity of larger vessels. Three cabins give everyone decent privacy, and 7 berths mean you can stretch if needed.
Solid practical setup. The bow thruster and autopilot make handling straightforward, especially useful if your crew includes less experienced sailors, and the solar panels keep energy costs down during longer passages. You get real cruising essentials: dinghy for shore trips, swimming platform, and a sprayhood for those Atlantic crossings or windier Mediterranean days.
Strong value proposition. At €2,880 per week plus a modest €2,800 deposit, this 2012 Bavaria sits in the sweet spot for budget-conscious charterers who don't want to compromise on comfort or reliability. The brand's reputation for solid construction means fewer surprises mid-charter.
One honest note: A 12-metre boat feels intimate rather than spacious, cabin headroom and galley elbow room are modest, so it's genuinely better for 4, 5 people than 7. Also check where Kekeris Yachts is based; some eastern Mediterranean operators require longer airport transfers, which matters when you're flying long-haul from the UK or US.
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The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . S/Y Klelia is operated by Kekeris 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
- €2,800
- 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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