Spearhead (Excess 12)
Kalamata Port
Weekly prices€5,600 · 19 Sep – 17 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 7 berths (6+1) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for groups This 2020 Excess 12 catamaran sleeps seven across three cabins, making it ideal for families or small groups wanting to charter together without splitting costs across multiple boats. The beam and open-plan layout typical of Excess catamarans means plenty of space below deck and excellent sociability in the cockpit.
Well-equipped vessel You're getting serious kit here: water maker, generator, solar panels, spinnaker, autopilot, and air conditioning all standard. The lazy jack and cockpit speakers show the owner understands what makes bareboat chartering genuinely comfortable rather than just functional.
Excellent value proposition At €3,324 per week (roughly £2,800), you're paying roughly £400 per person for seven, that's competitive for a modern, fully-equipped catamaran. The €3,000 deposit is reasonable, and Messinia Yachts' perfect 5-star rating (albeit from just two reviews) suggests reliable service and handover standards.
One caveat worth noting The base location isn't specified in your data, so confirm it's genuinely convenient to your nearest airport before booking, some Greek charter bases require 2-3 hour transfers, which adds friction to a long-haul flight. Once you've verified the logistics, this looks like a solid, unpretentious boat for a group holiday.
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The marina & destination Kalamata Port · Greece
Based at Kalamata Port, Greece . Spearhead is operated by Messinia Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Kalamata 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
- €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 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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