OREO (Bavaria Cruiser 51)
Skiathos
Weekly prices€2,700 · 1 Jan – 24 Apr
Price across the season
Weeks near your dates
Gallery3 photos
Photos supplied by the operator. Specifications are SailChecker-Verified , but images may show a sister yacht or stock photography, especially on yachts under two years old. Confirm the actual boat with us at quote time.
Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
11 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.
Well-suited for families The Bavaria Cruiser 51 is a fantastic platform for groups or families wanting proper sleeping space, five cabins and ten berths mean everyone gets their own bunk without feeling cramped. At 15.6 metres, she's spacious enough for a week-long adventure without the complexity of managing a much larger vessel.
Smart, practical spec Solar panels, an inverter, and air conditioning make this boat genuinely comfortable for extended cruising, while the bow thruster and electric winches take the strain out of handling in tight anchorages. The teak cockpit and swimming platform add real leisure appeal, and you get a dinghy included, no surprise rental fees.
Fair value proposition At around €4,934 per week, you're paying a reasonable rate for a well-equipped five-cabin cruiser from a reputable builder; the deposit is modest too. The real question is where she's based, without that information, I can't assess whether you're looking at a convenient flight path from the UK or US.
One note of caution The operator has only one review, so Zen Yachting is either very new or rarely reviewed on our platform. I'd recommend asking them directly about their maintenance record, handover process, and whether they offer 24/7 support during your charter, especially important if you're flying in internationally and unfamiliar with the waters.
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 Skiathos · Greece
Based at Skiathos, Greece . OREO is operated by Zen Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Skiathos · 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
Three yachts to weigh against this one
A similar match, a premium step-up, and a different boat type, from the same waters.
Premium option
Pandora
From €3,520 / week
Have you thought of...
Kepi
From €6,000 / week