Hydra VIII (Lagoon 450 F (4 cab))
2016 · 14 m · 6 cabins · 10 berths
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Weekly prices€5,650 · 3 Oct – 2 Jan
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Specifications & Equipment6 cab · 10 berths · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
10 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Perfect for groups This Lagoon 450 catamaran sleeps up to 10 across 6 cabins, making it ideal for families or friends wanting to share costs on a larger vessel. The flybridge adds real appeal for social sailing and sunbathing.
Smart, self-sufficient setup The onboard generator, water maker, solar panels, and electric toilet mean you can stay comfortable away from marinas for extended periods without compromising amenities. That's genuinely useful for exploring remote anchorages.
Solid value proposition At €7,450 per week for 10 berths, you're looking at roughly €745 per person, very competitive for this boat size and spec. The 2016 build age is respectable for a catamaran charter fleet boat, and MG Yachts' perfect 5-star rating is encouraging, though note that's based on just 2 reviews.
One practical note The operator's location isn't listed in your data, which matters when you're flying long-haul from the US or northern Europe, do confirm airport transfer times before booking. A 450 flybridge cat can be a handful for inexperienced crews in strong winds, so be honest about your sailing experience level when enquiring.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Poros, 74% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus) 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.
Aegina was the most common first night out, at 30% of trips with a recorded first night. On 40% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 40 to 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 Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus), we're happy to talk through your plans.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus), 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.
Blue shading shows approximate sea depth, not for navigation. Depth data: GEBCO Compilation Group (2026) GEBCO 2026 Grid (doi:10.5285/4f68d5c7-45eb-f999-e063-7086abc036fa)
Top Overnight Stops
- Poros74%
- Aegina50%
- Hydra38%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
A common three-stop core
Aegina · Poros · Hydra
20% of qualifying full weeks included this core.
The share covers these three stops, not necessarily their listed order or the connecting path. Other stops may be omitted. This is a historical area pattern from tracked sailing boats in 2025, not a prediction for this boat.
The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Hydra VIII is operated by MG Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Alimos 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
- €4,000
- 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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