Dufour 430 | OCEAN WHISPER

Sailboat · Port of Avdira · Y Knot Yachting

4 cab 10 berths 13.24m 2020

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The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.

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Pay now €4,895.00

Dufour 430 · 7 nights €4,195.00

2 weeks Damage Waiver (SY 40'-43') - refundable amount 550€ €420.00

If you're sailing with us for more than a week, the extra waiver cost for each additional week is 50% of the standard rate. The damage waiver is excluded from racing activities. Therefore the full Security Deposit is required for these bookings. If the yacht is returned in perfect condition, we'll give you a reward credit voucher for your next charter! This is just for you (non-transferable). It's valid until the end of the year (31/12) and can be used for a trip this year or the next.

Damage Waiver (SY 40'-43') - refundable amount 550€ €280.00

Early Check in 190 €190.00

Embarkation at 13:00h option is subject to the condition that the yacht returns without damages from the previous charter

Billed €190.00 per rental · total for your 7 nights = €190.00

Cook €1,470.00

Cook's meals are not included and are covered by the customer. 25% charge applicable if cook service is cancelled less than 4 weeks before departure.

Billed €210.00 per night · total for your 7 nights = €1,470.00

Hostess €1,260.00

Hostess' meals are not included and are covered by the customer. Crew Cancellations: If canceled less than 30 days prior to departure: 50% of crew services fee is due.

Billed €180.00 per night · total for your 7 nights = €1,260.00

At base €285.00

Service Pack - 285 €285.00

includes: final cleaning, water / 1x cooking gas bottle at the departure, batteries, linen equipment ( towels included ) for each crew member

GR: Railing net (Safety net) €150.00

upon availability

Billed €150.00 per rental · total for your 7 nights = €150.00

Kids fun pack €35.00

Chocolate spread, Fruit juice boxes,Small bottled water, Breakfast cereal (cornflakes or choco pops),Cookies or cereal bars, Fresh fruit (bananas,apples, grapes),Small pack of cheese sticks or babybel-type cheese

Billed €35.00 per rental · total for your 7 nights = €35.00

GR: Extra bedlinen €15.00

Billed €15.00 per rental · total for your 7 nights = €15.00

Harbour and marine fee Free

for the first and the last charter-night

GR: Stand up paddle 150 (SUP) + 300 EUR security deposit €150.00

Billed €150.00 per week · total for your 7 nights = €150.00

Ready to go Pack €100.00

Toilet paper, Kitchen rolls, Garbage bags (pack), Dish-washing liquid, Sponge,Matches,Sugar,Coffee,Tea,Orange juice,Milk,Cookies,Wine (1 bottle), Water,Fresh fruit,Bread,Butter,Jam, Honey,Beers, Cold cuts, Cheese selection,Yogurt,Fresh vegetables,Eggs, Chips, Crackers, Nuts, Sparkling water, Soft drinks,Extra wine,Breakfast cereal or muesli, Salt & Pepper,Olive oil, Pasta & canned tomato sauce,Small bottle of local ouzo/tsipouro

Billed €100.00 per rental · total for your 7 nights = €100.00

Drinks pack €60.00

Drinks Upgrade Pack: Gin (small bottle),Rum (small bottle),Mixers: tonic water, cola, soda water, lemon-lime soft drink ,Freshlemons/limes for garnish,Ice (on request / for first night only)

Billed €60.00 per rental · total for your 7 nights = €60.00

Welcome package €60.00

Toilet paper (per WC), Kitchen rolls (1), Garbage bags (per bin), Dishwashing liquid, Sponge,Sugar, Coffee, Tea, Orange juice, Milk, Cookies, Wine (1 bottle), Water (2-4 bottles)

Billed €60.00 per rental · total for your 7 nights = €60.00

Your price €5,180.00

Estimate — final figures confirmed at quote

Final figures confirmed at quote — applies any active discounts and locks the operator's per-unit rates.

Length13.24m

Beam4.3m

Cabins4

Berths10

WC2

Year2020

TypeSailboat

Equipment (13 aboard · 39 not)

Refrigerator
Cockpit speakers
Cockpit cushions
Electric toilet
Solar Panels
Inverter
Autopilot
Chart plotter
Electric winches
Bimini
Sprayhood
Bow thruster
Dinghy
Air condition
Heating
Coffee maker
Ice maker
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer
TV
DVD player
Radio-CD player
Game console
Wi-Fi & Internet
Convertible table
Generator
Water maker
Holding tank
Outside Steering Position
Chart plotter in cockpit
Radar
Spinnaker
Gennaker
Racing sails
Lazy jack
Lazy bag
Outboard engine
Rudder blades
Flybridge
Hydraulic gangway
Tender garage
Tenderlift platform
Swimming platform
Swimming pool
Underwater lights
Teak Cockpit
Teak deck
Railing net
Barbecue grill in cockpit
Diving equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle

Layout supplied by the operator. May show a sister yacht of the same model — the cabin count, berths, and heads above are SailChecker-Verified against the operator's record for this specific yacht.

Perfect for families Ocean Whisper suits groups of up to 10 looking for comfort without breaking the bank. The four cabins and generous berth count make this ideal for multi-family charters or friends sharing costs.

Well-equipped modern boat This 2020 Dufour packs smart features: electric winches and bow thruster take the physical strain out of sailing, while solar panels, inverter, and autopilot mean less faffing and more relaxing. The bimini and sprayhood are genuine quality-of-life additions for longer passages or sunny anchoring days.

Strong value proposition At €4,195 per week with zero deposit required, you're getting a relatively new, four-cabin cruiser with modern conveniences at a fair rate, especially split among a larger group. That kit list justifies the price.

Base location unknown The charter operator (Y Knot Yachting) isn't showing a location, so I can't advise on airport proximity or international flight logistics. Contact them directly to confirm whether the base suits your travel plans from the US, UK, or mainland Europe, that'll make or break the overall convenience factor for a long-haul trip.

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Based at Port of Avdira, in Limenas Avdiron, Greece. OCEAN WHISPER is operated by Y Knot Yachting.

Why this is a great starting point

I don't have reliable specific information about Port of Avdira as a charter starting point, including its facilities, water depth, weather patterns, or typical week-1 cruising itineraries from that location. Rather than provide inaccurate details about nearby cruising grounds or prevailing conditions, I'd recommend verifying current marina specifications and charter routes directly with local operators or SailChecker's network contacts in northern Greece. If you have additional details about this marina's setup or charter operations there, I'm happy to write the summary.

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Location: Port of Avdira · Limenas Avdiron · Greece
Check-in: Flexible from 17:00. Alternative times can usually be agreed with the operator at booking.
Check-out: By 09:00 on the return day. Empty the boat, refuel if required, then a 30-minute handover with the base manager.
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: A refundable security deposit is taken at the base by card swipe or cash. The exact amount is confirmed at quote time; refunded after handover provided the boat and inventory are returned undamaged.
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 via a UK broker (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

Athens ATH ~30 km · 25 min

Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki) — Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.

Preveza PVK ~25 km · 35 min

Ionian bases — Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.

Kos KGS ~25 km · 30 min

Dodecanese — Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.

Mykonos JMK ~5 km · 15 min

Cyclades — Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.

Jan

12°

7h 16 15°

Feb

12°

8h 16 14°

Mar

15°

9h 15 14°

Apr

19°

11h 17 16°

May

22°

12h 17 19°

Jun

29°

14h 15 23°

Jul

34°

14h 16 25°

Aug

33°

13h 19 25°

Sep

29°

11h 18 23°

Oct

22°

9h 13 21°

Nov

17°

7h 15 19°

Dec

13°

6h 16 17°

Prime Shoulder Off-season

Sea above 20°C is comfortable swimming · above 22°C is full-summer · below 18°C feels brisk.

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 7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.

1 Athens (Alimos)

The main Saronic charter base; 25 minutes from the airport.

2 Aegina

Easy first-day sail; try the pistachios. Anchor at Perdika.

3 Poros

Narrow channel between island and mainland; charming town quay.

4 Hydra

No cars on the island. Tie alongside the working harbour for the evening.

5 Spetses

Old shipbuilding island, elegant. Old harbour is the spot.

Cyclades 7-10 days · ~180 nm · 5 stops

Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day — and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.

1 Athens

Departure. Check the wind forecast and consider clockwise vs counter-clockwise.

2 Kea

Sheltered bays on the south side; first-night-out easy.

3 Paros

Naoussa for the small-village vibe; Parikia if you need provisions.

4 Naxos

The biggest island in the Cyclades. Mountain villages worth a hire-car day.

5 Mykonos

Tie alongside in the new marina; the old town quays are for tourist boats.

Ionian 7 days · ~120 nm · 4 stops

Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece — most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.

1 Lefkas

Charter base. Provision in the town; the bridge opens on the hour.

2 Meganisi

Vathy or Spartochori; both have quayside tavernas with welcome moorings.

3 Ithaca

Vathi harbour for the night, then to Frikes for the quiet morning.

4 Kefalonia

Fiskardo is the postcard town. Book the quay.

Can OCEAN WHISPER be rented with or without a skipper?

You can charter OCEAN WHISPER bareboat (you skipper) if you hold the relevant sailing licence, or hire a professional skipper alongside the yacht. The choice is yours when you request the quote.

What sailing licence do I need to charter OCEAN WHISPER?

Bareboat charter typically requires a recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) plus a VHF radio licence. The exact requirements depend on the country of charter — we confirm with the operator when you enquire.

What's included in the charter price?

The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance for the dates booked. Tourist tax, transit log (final cleaning + bed linen), fuel, food, marina fees during the trip, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are normally extra and paid at the base.

What additional costs should I expect at the base?

Typical mandatory extras are the transit log (often €200–€350), tourist tax (a small per-person-per-day fee), and a refundable security deposit (often €1,500–€5,000 depending on the yacht). Optional extras like a skipper, hostess, paddle board, or early check-in are listed on the quote.

How does the security deposit work?

The deposit is held by the operator at check-in (usually card pre-authorisation) and refunded after check-out if the yacht is returned without damage. Many operators offer a deposit-waiver insurance product that reduces the held amount in exchange for a smaller non-refundable premium.

Can I cancel my charter booking?

Cancellation terms vary by operator. Most allow cancellation with a full refund if requested more than 60–90 days before the start date, with progressive penalties closer to departure. Some operators offer a flexible-cancellation insurance product when you book.

Is the yacht insured?

Yes — every yacht is insured by the operator against damage and third-party liability. The insurance covers the yacht itself; personal effects and trip cancellation are not covered and are worth insuring separately.

What documents do I need to bring?

You'll need your passport, sailing licence (if chartering bareboat), VHF radio licence, and proof of payment. The operator will send a check-in form ahead of time covering crew details and any special requests.

What payment methods are accepted?

Charter fees are normally paid by bank transfer in advance (often a 50% deposit at booking, balance 30 days before charter). On-base extras are usually paid by card or in cash.

Bareboat or skippered — which suits our crew?

Bareboat is for crews with at least one experienced skipper (RYA Day Skipper / ICC level) plus a co-skipper, and a track record of similar passages. Skippered charters add a professional skipper for typically £150–£250 per day — recommended if anyone in your group is light on Mediterranean experience, if you want a relaxed week without responsibility, or if the area is new to you. You can also hire a hostess (cook + cabin help) on top.

Can we sail to a neighbouring country during the charter?

Sometimes, with the operator's written consent and the right paperwork. Common cross-borders: Croatia → Montenegro, Greece → Turkey, BVI → USVI. Most operators charge a one-off cruising-permit fee (typically €100–€300) and need 4–8 weeks' notice. Tell us at quote time and we'll arrange it — spontaneous border-crossing during the trip usually isn't allowed.

Do I need travel insurance on top of the charter insurance?

Yes. The yacht is insured by the operator for damage and third-party liability, but that doesn't cover you. Charter cancellation insurance (typically 4–5% of the charter fee) covers you if you have to cancel last-minute; standard travel insurance covers medical, flight, and personal-effects loss. We can recommend a UK broker that bundles both.

What happens if there's bad weather on the day?

For day-to-day weather you'll plan the week to avoid the worst — the Adriatic and Aegean have very predictable wind patterns. If a serious storm makes the start-day handover impossible, the operator delays check-in until conditions improve and refunds any lost days. The yacht itself is insured against weather damage, so you're not exposed.

Can I hold this yacht while I decide?

Yes — an option holds the yacht in your name for typically 48–72 hours at no cost. Useful if you're waiting on the rest of the crew to confirm, comparing it against another yacht, or sorting flights. Ask us when you enquire and we'll arrange the option with the operator.

We'll check live availability, apply any discounts, and come back within hours.