Nouvelle Vague (Bavaria Cruiser 45)
2011 · 13.6 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€3,150 · 3 Oct – 24 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
15 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 groups This Bavaria Cruiser 45 suits families or friends wanting comfortable cruising without breaking the bank , four cabins sleep eight, so you've got flexibility whether you're four couples or a multigenerational crew. The teak cockpit and swimming platform make it a genuine pleasure-boat, not just a floating cabin.
Smart modern touches You're getting genuinely useful kit here: bow thruster and autopilot take the stress out of tight anchorages and long passages, while solar panels plus inverter mean you can run essentials quietly at anchor. The chart plotter in the cockpit is standard these days, but it's good to see it included rather than as an extra.
Excellent value proposition At €3,230 per week with a modest €2,500 deposit, this 2011 Bavaria punches well above its weight for groups splitting costs , that works out roughly €400, €800 per person depending on crew size. You're getting a well-proven, mid-sized cruiser that's easy to sail, well-equipped, and genuinely liveable below decks.
One honest note The operator details aren't shown here, so before booking, check where the base actually is and factor in your flight logistics , a 13.6-metre boat takes time to reach from most UK/US airports, and you'll want to confirm whether transfers and provisioning support are straightforward for international clients like yourselves.
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Where Charters WentVolos and the Sporades
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Volos and the Sporades, 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
- Skopelos96%
- Skiathos67%
- Alonissos31%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Skopelos was the most common first night out, at 41% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 54% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Port of Volos · Greece
Based at Port of Volos, Greece . Nouvelle Vague is operated by Agafya.
Good to know
- Location
- Port of Volos · 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
- €2,500
- 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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