Leonidas VI (Bavaria Cruiser 51)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€5,900 · 12 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Solid family choice The Bavaria Cruiser 51 is a genuinely dependable platform for groups or families wanting comfortable cruising without the learning curve of a high-performance yacht. With five cabins sleeping 12, it's built for relaxed socializing and shared trips, think multi-family holidays or small corporate groups.
Space and practicality You're getting a 2018 boat with modern systems, reasonable beam, and the kind of sea-kindly reputation the Bavaria range is known for. It's not flashy, but it handles well and won't demand constant attention from less experienced crew.
Fair value proposition At roughly €3,200 per week, this sits in the comfortable mid-range for a five-cabin 51-footer in European waters. The €3,600 deposit is reasonable, and the boat offers solid resale appeal if you're chartering to offset ownership costs.
One realistic note The Bavaria Cruiser 51 is honest rather than thrilling, expect steady, safe sailing rather than sparkling performance. If your crew includes serious sailors wanting responsive handling or racing potential, you might feel this boat is playing it safe rather than pushing boundaries.
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The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Leonidas VI is operated by SailWays.
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
- €3,600
- 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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