ALTHEA (Fountaine Pajot - Aura 51)
2026 · 16 m · 6 cabins · 12 berths
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Weekly prices
Specifications & Equipment
About the Fountaine Pajot Aura 51
- Builder
- Fountaine Pajot
- Launched
- 2022
- Hull type
- Catamaran
Video: Fountaine Pajot on YouTubeFountaine Pajot Aura 51 at catamarans-fountaine-pajot.com
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for larger groups. ALTHEA sleeps up to 12 across six cabins, making her ideal if you're chartering with extended family or friends, rare to find this capacity on a 16-metre catamaran. The 2026 build means everything is modern and reliable.
Smart sustainable features. Solar panels, water maker, and an inverter suggest this boat is designed for longer, off-grid cruising without compromising comfort, air conditioning, ice maker, and Wi-Fi are all standard. The hydraulic gangway and electric winches make handling straightforward, even for less experienced crews.
Strong value proposition. At €21,067 per week with zero deposit required and a 5-star operator rating, this is competitive pricing for a brand-new six-cabin catamaran. You're getting serious equipment (water maker, generator, swimming platform) that usually costs extra elsewhere.
One realistic note: With just two operator reviews on record, Messinia Yachts is newer to the platform, worth requesting recent client references or checking their independent standing directly before committing. The base location data is missing here, so confirm airport proximity and transfer logistics once you've identified where she's berthed.
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.
Where Charters Went

Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Kalamata and Messinia during the 2026 season so far. 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.
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 Kalamata and Messinia, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Elafonisos46%
- Kalamitsi31%
- Porto Kagio31%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Kalamata Port
Based at Kalamata Port, Greece . ALTHEA is operated by Messinia Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Kalamata Port · Greece
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- 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 there
Flights 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.
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 routes
Greece · 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 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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