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 This Suits. This catamaran works well for larger groups or families wanting comfort over intimacy; the 12-berth layout and recent 2023 build mean everyone gets reasonable space without feeling cramped. It's ideal if you're chartering with friends and don't mind sharing cabin facilities.
Standout Features. The Lagoon 42 is a proven workhorse with excellent stability and shallow draft, making it forgiving in variable conditions around the Ionian Islands. Two separate heads plus the catamaran's spacious saloon give practical living space that monohulls can't match at this size.
Value For Money. At under 4,600 euros per week for a six-cabin catamaran in peak season, this is competitive pricing for the Greek market; you're paying sensibly for a modern, well-equipped vessel rather than premium rates. The modest 1,000-euro deposit is also reassuring.
One Honest Caveat. Benitses marina (Corfu) sits on the western edge of the Ionian; if your group prefers the Saronic Gulf or Sporades, expect longer motor passages on the first and last days. Check whether your charter dates align with wind patterns before booking, since light summers here can mean more engine time than sail.
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Based at Marina Benitses, Greece. CELENA V is operated by Athenian Yachts.
Marina Benitses sits on Corfu's east coast and works well as a base for exploring the Ionian Islands. From here you can reach Paxos and Antipaxos within a few hours, then continue south to Lefkada and Meganisi in week one, benefiting from the reliable northerly etesian winds that funnel down the Ionian channel. The shallow, protected waters around Benitses itself suit sailors new to Greek conditions, while the nearby Albanian coast and Diapontia Islands offer quieter anchorages if you prefer to stay close.
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.
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 15°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 14°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 14°C — too cold for most swimmers.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
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
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
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
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
Sea 21°C — comfortable swimming.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Reef early — gusts up, sea state builds.
Sea 19°C — bracing dips, not lounging.
3-year mean · Open-Meteo
Lively — one reef worth taking by afternoon.
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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