Why Not 16 (Dufour 390 Grand Large)
2020 · 11.9 m · 3 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€2,500 · 3 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for couples and small groups. The Dufour 390 is a proven, comfortable cruiser that sleeps up to eight, making it ideal for two families or a group of friends wanting to share costs on a week-long charter.
Well-equipped and practical. Solar panels, radar, autopilot, and a swimming platform tick all the boxes for modern sailing comfort, while the lazy jack and sprayhood mean less faffing about with lines, great if your crew isn't super experienced. The 2020 build year means everything should be in good working order.
Solid value proposition. At €2,800 per week, this is competitive pricing for a three-cabin boat of this size, especially with the solar setup reducing generator costs and that dinghy included. You're getting a no-fuss platform to explore Mediterranean or Atlantic sailing grounds without breaking the bank.
One practical note: The operator (AVeleCazzate) has only five reviews, so track record is limited compared to larger charter companies, worth checking recent client feedback before committing. The €2,000 deposit is reasonable, but confirm fuel surcharges and whether provisioning is available at your base, as these can add up quickly for international charterers flying in.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Meganisi, 59% of trips
If you're planning a yacht charter from Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2025 season, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
Meganisi was the most common first night out, at 37% of trips with a recorded first night. On 62% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
We can help you work through a charter route from Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Blue shading shows approximate sea depth, not for navigation. Depth data: GEBCO Compilation Group (2026) GEBCO 2026 Grid (doi:10.5285/4f68d5c7-45eb-f999-e063-7086abc036fa)
Top Overnight Stops
- Meganisi59%
- Fiskardo55%
- Sivota (Lefkas)44%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
A common three-stop core
Meganisi · Fiskardo · Sivota (Lefkas)
15% of qualifying full weeks included this core.
The share covers these three stops, not necessarily their listed order or the connecting path. Other stops may be omitted. This is a historical area pattern from tracked sailing boats in 2025, not a prediction for this boat.
The marina & destination Port of Lefkas · Greece
Based at Port of Lefkas, Greece . Why Not 16 is operated by AVeleCazzate.
Good to know
- Location
- Port of Lefkas · 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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