Babalu (Lagoon 51)

Alimos Marina

Babalu
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Weekly prices€19,040 · 26 Sep – 31 DecAvailability on application · €19,040 – €24,640 range
Price across the season€19,040 — €24,640
SEP 26MAY 27AUG 27SailChecker· THE ART OF CHARTER26 Sep – 31 Dec 2026 · €19,040 / week31 Dec 2026 – 29 May 2027 · €19,600 / week29 May – 26 Jun 2027 · €22,960 / week26 Jun – 28 Aug 2027 · €24,640 / week28 Aug – 25 Sep 2027 · €22,960 / week25 Sep – 31 Dec 2027 · €19,600 / week
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
26 Sep€19,040
31 Dec€19,600
29 May€22,960
26 Jun€24,640
28 Aug€22,960
25 Sep€19,600
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 4 wc15.3m · 2024 · Catamaran
Length15.3m
Beam8.1m
Cabins4
Berths10
WC4
Year2024
TypeCatamaran
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for groups The Lagoon 51 is a modern catamaran offering excellent space and comfort for up to 10 guests across 4 cabins, making it ideal for families or small groups wanting to explore together without feeling cramped. At 15.3m, she's substantial enough for a proper holiday but still manageable for mixed sailing abilities.

Standout comfort features Air conditioning throughout, onboard water maker, and Wi-Fi connectivity are genuine bonuses on a 2024 build, these aren't standard on all catamarans in this size. The catamaran hull design means excellent stability and shallow draft, so you'll access anchorages and coastal areas that monohulls simply can't reach.

Solid value proposition At €19,040 per week with zero deposit required, this represents reasonable pricing for a brand-new, four-cabin catamaran with modern amenities and the operational support of Istion Luxury Yachts (a reputable Greek operator). You're paying for newness and reliability, which matters when you're traveling internationally.

One practical note The base location isn't specified in the data provided, so I'd recommend confirming with Istion whether it's in the Greek islands, Turkey, or elsewhere, this will determine your flight connections from the US or UK and overall trip logistics. Getting that detail locked down early makes a real difference to your travel planning.

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 Alimos Marina · GreeceAlimos Marina

Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Babalu is operated by Istion Luxury Yachts.

Good to know Location · Licences · Cancellation
Location
Alimos Marina · 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 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.

Where charters went

Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus)

  1. Poros76%
  2. Aegina54%
  3. Hydra46%

These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.

See where charters from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus) went

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