Why Not 18 (Dufour 530)

Port of Lefkas

Why Not 18
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Weekly prices€4,150 · 3 Oct – 31 DecAvailability on application · €4,150 – €7,050 range
Price across the season€4,150 — €7,050
OCT 26MAY 27JUL 27SEP 27SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER3 Oct – 31 Dec 2026 · €4,150 / week31 Dec 2026 – 15 May 2027 · €4,150 / week15 May – 12 Jun 2027 · €5,250 / week12 Jun – 10 Jul 2027 · €6,250 / week10 Jul – 21 Aug 2027 · €7,050 / week21 Aug – 18 Sep 2027 · €6,250 / week18 Sep – 2 Oct 2027 · €5,250 / week2 Oct – 31 Dec 2027 · €4,150 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
3 Oct€4,150
31 Dec€4,150
15 May€5,250
12 Jun€6,250
10 Jul€7,050
21 Aug€6,250
18 Sep€5,250
2 Oct€4,150
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 4 wc16.4m · 2021 · Sail boat
Length16.4m
Beam5m
Cabins5
Berths12
WC4
Year2021
TypeSail boat
Deposit€3,000
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Ideal for larger groups. This 2021 Dufour 530 sleeps up to 12 across five cabins, making it perfect if you're bringing extended family or friends, far better value per person than booking multiple smaller yachts. The modern build and solid spec mean you're not compromising on comfort or reliability.

Well-equipped for independence. Solar panels, generator, inverter, and a bow thruster show the owner has invested in practical cruising gear rather than flashy extras. Autopilot, chart plotter, and radar give you genuine peace of mind, while the swimming platform and snorkeling kit let you make the most of warm-water destinations.

Reasonable value proposition. At €5,250 per week, you're paying roughly €440 per berth for a modern, spacious vessel with solid amenities, that's fair for a 2021 boat of this size. The €3,000 deposit is standard and reasonable.

One practical note: We don't have the base location listed, so you'll need to confirm where you're flying to and how long the airport transfer takes before booking. The operator has a solid 4.2-star rating, which is reassuring, definitely worth a direct message to clarify logistics and any questions about group dynamics across twelve people.

KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.

The marina & destination Port of Lefkas · GreecePort of Lefkas

Based at Port of Lefkas, Greece . Why Not 18 is operated by AVeleCazzate.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
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
€3,000
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 nearbyFlights to Greece

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

AthensATH~30 km · 25 min

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

PrevezaPVK~25 km · 35 min

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

KosKGS~25 km · 30 min

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

MykonosJMK~5 km · 15 min

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

Possible routes3 hand-picked itinerariesGreece · three classic charter areas

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Saronic Gulf7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

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

1Athens (Alimos)
The main Saronic charter base; 25 minutes from the airport.
2Aegina
Easy first-day sail; try the pistachios. Anchor at Perdika.
3Poros
Narrow channel between island and mainland; charming town quay.
4Hydra
No cars on the island. Tie alongside the working harbour for the evening.
5Spetses
Old shipbuilding island, elegant. Old harbour is the spot.
Cyclades7-10 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.

1Athens
Departure. Check the wind forecast and consider clockwise vs counter-clockwise.
2Kea
Sheltered bays on the south side; first-night-out easy.
3Paros
Naoussa for the small-village vibe; Parikia if you need provisions.
4Naxos
The biggest island in the Cyclades. Mountain villages worth a hire-car day.
5Mykonos
Tie alongside in the new marina; the old town quays are for tourist boats.
Ionian7 days · ~120 nm · 4 stops

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

1Lefkas
Charter base. Provision in the town; the bridge opens on the hour.
2Meganisi
Vathy or Spartochori; both have quayside tavernas with welcome moorings.
3Ithaca
Vathi harbour for the night, then to Frikes for the quiet morning.
4Kefalonia
Fiskardo is the postcard town. Book the quay.

Where charters went

Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia

  1. Meganisi60%
  2. Fiskardo54%
  3. Sivota46%

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