Oktana (First 53)
2023 · 17.2 m · 4 cabins · 9 berths
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Weekly prices€5,200 · 17 Oct – 14 Nov
Price across the season
Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 9 berths (8+1) · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families The Oktana is a spacious 2023 First 53 that sleeps nine across four cabins, making it ideal for multi-family groups or friends wanting to explore together without feeling cramped. The modern build and comprehensive equipment list suggest a well-maintained, comfortable floating home rather than a spartan racing machine.
Seriously well-equipped This yacht doesn't skimp on conveniences, you're getting air conditioning, a water maker, generator, electric winches, and a bow thruster, which takes the stress out of tight anchorages and docking. The inclusion of snorkeling gear, dinghy, and a proper sprayhood shows the owner has thought about practical cruising enjoyment.
Solid value proposition At €8,550 per week with a reasonable €5,000 deposit, you're paying a fair rate for a newer, fully-featured 17-metre sailing yacht. The 4.5-star operator rating from Hellenic Yachting is encouraging, though the limited review count (2 reviews) means you might want to dig deeper into recent feedback before committing.
One practical note The charter base location isn't specified in the details, which matters if you're flying internationally, you'll want to confirm how long the airport transfer is and whether Hellenic Yachting arranges ground logistics smoothly. Greece typically offers excellent connections from major European and US hubs, but that detail is worth clarifying directly.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Kythnos, 52% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Lavrion during the 2025 season. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Kythnos was the most common first night out, at 26% of trips with a recorded first night. On 45% of trips, the furthest point from base was within over 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Lavrion, we're happy to talk through your plans.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lavrion, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Top Overnight Stops
- Kythnos52%
- Kea36%
- Poros36%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
The marina & destination Olympic Marina · Greece
Based at Olympic Marina, Greece . Oktana is operated by Hellenic 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.
- Security deposit
- €5,000
- 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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