Dolce Vita (Hanse 418)

Sivota Marina Lefkada

Dolce Vita
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Weekly prices€2,000 · 1 Jan – 31 MarAvailability on application · €2,000 – €3,800 range
Price across the season€2,000 — €3,800
JAN 27MAY 27JUL 27SEP 27SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER1 Jan – 31 Mar 2027 · €2,000 / week1 Apr – 24 Apr 2027 · €2,500 / week25 Apr – 30 May 2027 · €2,700 / week31 May – 19 Jun 2027 · €3,100 / week20 Jun – 17 Jul 2027 · €3,600 / week18 Jul – 29 Aug 2027 · €3,800 / week30 Aug – 26 Sep 2027 · €3,600 / week27 Sep – 31 Oct 2027 · €2,000 / week31 Oct – 31 Dec 2027 · €2,000 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
1 Jan€2,000
1 Apr€2,500
25 Apr€2,700
31 May€3,100
20 Jun€3,600
18 Jul€3,800
30 Aug€3,600
27 Sep€2,000
31 Oct€2,000
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 9 berths (6+3) · 2 wc12.4m · 2024 · Sail boat
Length12.4m
Beam4.2m
Cabins3
Berths9
WC2
Year2024
TypeSail boat
Deposit€2,500
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Who it suits: This is a brilliant choice for mixed-ability groups of 4, 6 sailing in summer, or families wanting comfortable coastal cruising without the complexity of larger yachts. At 12.4m, the Hanse 418 is spacious enough to feel grown-up, but nimble enough that less experienced sailors won't feel overwhelmed.

Standout features: The 2024 build is genuinely fresh, you're getting brand-new systems, updated electronics, and a teak cockpit that feels special. Solar panels, bow thruster, and a sprayhood mean real comfort in the Aegean; the bimini and cockpit speakers are the cherry on top for relaxed sailing days.

Value for money: At €2,660/week plus a modest €2,500 deposit, this represents excellent value for a nearly-new, well-equipped three-cabin boat in a premium sailing region. You're paying fair price, not premium price, which is rare for a 2024 vessel in the Aegean.

One honest note: The operator has only two reviews on record, so track record is limited, always worth asking NORTH AEGEAN SAILING MIKE directly about their cancellation policy and support availability during your charter week.

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 Sivota Marina Lefkada · GreeceSivota Marina Lefkada

Based at Sivota Marina Lefkada, Greece . Dolce Vita is operated by NORTH AEGEAN SAILING MIKE.

Good to know Location · Licences · Deposit · Cancellation
Location
Sivota Marina Lefkada · 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
€2,500
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 nearbyFlights 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.

AthensATH~30 km · 25 min

Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.

PrevezaPVK~25 km · 35 min

Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.

KosKGS~25 km · 30 min

Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.

MykonosJMK~5 km · 15 min

Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.

Possible routes3 hand-picked itinerariesGreece · 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 Gulf7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.

1Athens (Alimos)
The main Saronic charter base; 25 minutes from the airport.
2Aegina
Easy first-day sail; try the pistachios. Anchor at Perdika.
3Poros
Narrow channel between island and mainland; charming town quay.
4Hydra
No cars on the island. Tie alongside the working harbour for the evening.
5Spetses
Old shipbuilding island, elegant. Old harbour is the spot.
Cyclades7-10 days · ~180 nm · 5 stops

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
Departure. Check the wind forecast and consider clockwise vs counter-clockwise.
2Kea
Sheltered bays on the south side; first-night-out easy.
3Paros
Naoussa for the small-village vibe; Parikia if you need provisions.
4Naxos
The biggest island in the Cyclades. Mountain villages worth a hire-car day.
5Mykonos
Tie alongside in the new marina; the old town quays are for tourist boats.
Ionian7 days · ~120 nm · 4 stops

Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.

1Lefkas
Charter base. Provision in the town; the bridge opens on the hour.
2Meganisi
Vathy or Spartochori; both have quayside tavernas with welcome moorings.
3Ithaca
Vathi harbour for the night, then to Frikes for the quiet morning.
4Kefalonia
Fiskardo is the postcard town. Book the quay.

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