Joseph (Ocean Star 51.2)
2008 · 15.9 m · 5 cabins · 12 berths
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Weekly prices€2,100 · 10 Oct – 31 Dec
Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 12 berths (10+2) · 4 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
18 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.
Well-suited for larger groups and families wanting to explore Greece affordably. At 12 berths across 5 cabins, Joseph works brilliantly for extended crews or two families sharing costs, you're looking at roughly €220 per person per week, which is genuinely competitive for this capacity.
Smart practical features include a bow thruster (makes tight anchorages far easier), solar panels for eco-conscious cruising, and a proper sprayhood plus bimini for comfort in Mediterranean sun. The dinghy is essential for island-hopping around the Aegean, and it's included, which saves you rental hassle.
Honest value assessment The 2008 build age is fine for a well-maintained yacht in Greece's calm waters, and at under €2,650/week the price-per-berth is excellent. However, the operator's 3.3/5 rating from only 3 reviews suggests limited feedback, worth asking directly about recent maintenance and specific guest experiences before committing.
One practical consideration: You'll be flying long-haul from the US, UK, or mainland Europe to reach the Aegean base, so factor in airport transfers and a day's travel buffer. Confirm the operator's responsiveness to pre-charter questions now, given that modest review score.
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Where Charters WentAthens south (Alimos and Piraeus)
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.
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.
The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Joseph is operated by Aegean Blue Sailing.
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
- €1,500
- 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 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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