Izanami (First 53)
Olympic Marina
Weekly prices€6,500 · 1 Oct – 31 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for couples or small families. The First 53 is an excellent three-cabin cruiser that suits groups of 4, 6 people wanting serious sailing performance without compromising comfort. It's genuinely fun to sail while remaining manageable for mixed-ability crews.
Standout comfort features. Air conditioning, a water maker, and a generator mean you won't be roughing it, you can stay cool, make fresh water underway, and run electronics without draining batteries. The snorkeling kit and SUP board are genuine bonuses for exploring anchorages beyond just sailing.
Strong value proposition. A zero deposit is refreshingly straightforward, and ARCHON's perfect 5-star rating across reviews suggests genuinely happy customers and reliable service, that matters when you're flying long-haul to an unfamiliar base.
One honest caveat: We don't have the base location in your details, which makes a real difference for flight logistics and sailing grounds. Before booking, confirm where Izanami is based, proximity to a major international airport and the sailing region will shape your whole experience.
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 Olympic Marina · Greece
Based at Olympic Marina, Greece . Izanami is operated by ARCHON Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Olympic Marina · 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.
- 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
Lavrion
- Kythnos51%
- Poros36%
- Kea35%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
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