Ithaki (Dufour 430 Grand Large)
Preveza Main Port
Weekly prices€3,950 · 3 Oct – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families The Dufour 430 is a brilliant choice for groups or families wanting a modern, comfortable cruising experience without fussiness. Four cabins sleeping ten makes it spacious enough that nobody feels cramped, even on longer charters.
Smart, practical boat This 2024 build comes genuinely well-equipped, solar panels and an inverter mean you're not hammering the engine, the bow thruster makes tight anchorages manageable, and the sprayhood plus bimini keep the cockpit pleasant in variable weather. The swimming platform is a genuine bonus for Mediterranean cruising.
Strong value proposition At €3,400 per week from a highly-rated operator (4.6/5 across 14 reviews), you're getting a new boat with solid kit at a fair price point for this segment. The €500 deposit is refreshingly low, which speaks well of Fyly's confidence in their fleet.
One practical note The charter base location isn't listed in your data, that matters for flight connections and transfer times from major European hubs, so I'd recommend checking directly with Fyly whether you're looking at somewhere like Greece, Croatia, or the western Med. Once you've confirmed the base, you'll have a clear picture of your door-to-departure time.
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The marina & destination Preveza Main Port · Greece
Based at Preveza Main Port, Greece . Ithaki is operated by Fyly Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Preveza 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
- €500
- 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
Where charters went
Preveza
- Meganisi52%
- Fiskardo49%
- Sivota45%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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