Marla (Cyclades 50.5)
Lavrion Main Port
Weekly prices€3,500 · 26 Sep – 17 Oct
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Gallery5 photos
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
17 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 50-footer sleeps up to 10 across five cabins, making it ideal for families or friends wanting to share costs on a longer charter. At €3,400 per week, you're looking at roughly €340 per person for a week, genuinely good value for that capacity.
Well-equipped cruiser Marla comes with the essentials you'd want: autopilot, electric winches, a bimini for sun protection, and air conditioning for hot-weather sailing. Snorkeling gear is included, which is a nice touch if you're exploring Mediterranean or Caribbean waters.
Honest value proposition A 2009 Cyclades is a proven, comfortable design built for bareboat chartering, and ND Sails' 4/5 rating across three reviews suggests reliable service. However, with only three reviews to go on, do ask the operator directly about recent maintenance and any known quirks before committing.
One practical note The base location isn't specified here, so confirm where you'll pick up and whether it's near a major airport with good international connections, especially important if you're flying long-haul from the US or elsewhere in Europe.
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The marina & destination Lavrion Main Port · Greece
Based at Lavrion Main Port, Greece . Marla is operated by ND Sails.
Good to know
- Location
- Lavrion Main 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
- €2,800
- 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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