Ksenya (Cyclades 43.4)
Salamis Yachting Club
Weekly prices€2,350 · 5 Sep – 3 Oct
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Gallery6 photos
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
19 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 mid-range choice The Cyclades 43.4 is a proven workhorse for groups of 4, 8 people who want comfortable bareboat sailing without premium pricing. At 13.2 metres, she's manageable for experienced sailors yet spacious enough that cabin mates won't feel cramped across a week-long charter.
Smart practical kit Electric winches and an autopilot take the grunt work out of sailing, while solar panels and the electric toilet reflect modern cruising comfort. The bimini and sprayhood mean you're genuinely protected from the Aegean sun and spray, not an afterthought add-on, and a dinghy plus outboard makes exploring anchorages straightforward.
Fair value proposition At around €2,150 per week with a modest €2,000 deposit, Ksenya sits at the sweet spot for a 2007 boat in good working order. You're paying for reliability and practicality rather than glossy newness, which suits sailors who care more about performance than Instagram aesthetics.
One realistic caveat A 17-year-old hull means you should budget for the occasional surprise repair cost, ask Greeceboating upfront about recent major servicing (engine, rigging, through-hulls). Nothing unusual for this age, but worth clarifying before you commit, especially if you're flying from overseas and have tight itinerary windows.
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The marina & destination Salamis Yachting Club · Greece
Based at Salamis Yachting Club, Greece . Ksenya 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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