The charter fee covers the yacht, standard equipment, and insurance. Cleaning, tourist tax, and any optional extras (skipper, paddle board, etc.) are billed at the base — we confirm the full breakdown when you request a quote.
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Final figures confirmed at quote — applies any active discounts and locks the operator's per-unit rates.
Not a crewed yacht: this boat charters without a professional crew.
No crewed season rates for this yacht.
No water toys or diving listed for this yacht.
Cabin charter (book a single cabin) is not offered for this yacht.
Who It Suits. This five-cabin Saona 47 works well for larger groups or extended families wanting a crewed charter in Greece; eight berths means you're not cramped, and the catamaran platform delivers stability that appeals to less experienced sailors or anyone prone to seasickness.
Standout Features. You get a 2021 build with modern systems, and crucially, a professional crew included in the price; that removes all the navigation and logistics headache, letting your group relax from day one. The Saona 47 is a proven design known for seakindly performance and good interior volume across the hulls.
Value For Money. At around 1,260 euros per person per week (splitting eight ways), this is reasonable value for a crewed catamaran in the Mediterranean; you're paying for crew wages and a newer vessel, not budget pricing, but the all-in setup keeps costs predictable with no surprises on fuel or navigation fees.
One Honest Point. Kalamata is a real working port with genuine Greek character, but it's not a classic island-hopping hub like the Cyclades; your sailing grounds lean towards the Peloponnese and Ionian coastline, which is beautiful but requires a longer transfer from international airports (typically 2.5 to 3 hours from Athens).
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Based at Kalamata Marina, Greece. Crewed "Alegria" is operated by Messinia Yachts.
Kalamata Marina sits on Greece's southwest Peloponnese coast, offering direct access to the Messiniakos Gulf and nearby Ionian islands including Sapientza and Proti, reachable within a day's sail. Week 1 typically takes you north toward the Ionian archipelago or south along the Peloponnese coastline, with reliable northerly winds (Etesian) allowing for comfortable beam and broad reaches. The marina serves as an excellent launch point for crews wanting to explore less-crowded alternatives to the Aegean while remaining within easy reach of established anchorages and provisioning stops.
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.
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 15°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 14°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 14°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 16°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 19°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 23°C — warm enough for long swims.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 25°C — full-summer swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 25°C — full-summer swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 23°C — warm enough for long swims.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 21°C — comfortable swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 19°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Ideal cruising breeze — full main, full genoa.
Sea 17°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Sea above 20°C is comfortable swimming · above 22°C is full-summer · below 18°C feels brisk.
A starting point, not a script — pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day — and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece — most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
We'll check live availability, apply any discounts, and come back within hours.
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