Salty Baby (Bavaria Cruiser 40)
2002 · 12.3 m · 3 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€1,950 · 3 Oct – 7 Nov
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
24 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.
Solid Family Choice The Bavaria Cruiser 40 suits families or small groups after a relaxed, hassle-free sailing week in Greece. With three cabins sleeping eight and well-chosen comfort kit like electric winches and autopilot, this 2002 boat prioritizes ease over cutting-edge thrills.
Standout Practical Features Solar panels, a sprayhood, and bimini top make real-world Greek sailing genuinely pleasant, no fighting the sun or constantly hand-cranking sails. The dinghy, outboard engine, and decent electronics (chart plotter, autopilot) mean you can anchor in quiet spots and explore without stress.
Good Value Proposition At €1,950/week with a modest €2,000 deposit, this Bavaria punches well above its price point for mainstream holidays. You're paying modest money for proven, comfortable gear and a boat that does what it promises without surprises.
One Honest Note She's now 22 years old, so expect cosmetic wear and potentially older systems that work but lack modern refinement. Budget time for the transfer from your European arrival airport, confirm charter base location with Greeceboating before booking, as it wasn't specified here.
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Where Charters WentWest Attica, Salamis and Kiato
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from West Attica, Salamis and Kiato, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Top Overnight Stops
- Poros70%
- Aegina35%
- Baltiza28%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Poros was the most common first night out, at 42% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 40% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 40 to 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Salamis Yachting Club · Greece
Based at Salamis Yachting Club, Greece . Salty Baby is operated by Greeceboating.
Good to know
- Location
- Salamis Yachting Club · 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
- €2,000
- 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
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