AF-BC51 (Bavaria Cruiser 51)
Kos Port
Weekly prices€3,850 · 10 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for larger groups This 51-footer sleeps up to 10 across five cabins, making it perfect for families or friends chartering together, much better value per person than smaller vessels. The 2019 build means systems are modern and reliable, which matters when you're coordinating multiple cabins.
Well-equipped for comfort Air conditioning, three chart plotters, autopilot, and a bow thruster make this boat surprisingly user-friendly for a 15-meter sailing yacht. The bimini and sprayhood mean you've got shade and protection without sacrificing the sailing experience.
Strong value proposition At €4,099 per week with a modest €3,000 deposit, this Bavaria offers excellent bang for money, especially split among 6, 10 people. You're getting a modern, capable cruiser with solid onboard systems at a fair mid-range price.
Small operator rating caveat AF Yachting has only three reviews (averaging 4.3/5), so there's less track record to assess than larger, more established brokers. Before booking, it's worth asking directly about their support during your charter, handover procedures, and how quickly they respond to issues, peace of mind matters on a long-haul trip.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination Kos Port · Greece
Based at Kos Port, Greece . AF-BC51 is operated by AF Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Kos Port · 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
- €3,000
- 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
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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