MARISA "Sails 2025" (Oceanis 38.1)
2018 · 11.5 m · 3 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€1,950 · 3 Oct – 20 Dec
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for small groups. The Oceanis 38.1 is ideal for families or friends of 4, 6 people wanting genuine sailing without compromise, three cabins give everyone reasonable privacy, and the 2018 build means modern systems without excessive size or complexity.
Well-equipped and practical. Solar panels, electric toilet, and a sprayhood are exactly what you want on a cruising boat; add the dinghy and chart plotter, and you're set for real exploration without nickel-and-diming yourself on extras. GR Sailing's 4.8-star rating (12 reviews) speaks to solid maintenance and responsive service.
Smart value proposition. At 11.5 metres, this yacht sits in a sweet spot, big enough to sleep eight if you're cosy, small enough to handle easily and run economically on charter rates. The €2,400 deposit is reasonable for this class.
Base location matters. We don't have the charter base listed here, so confirm where MARISA is moored before booking, if it's Greece, Croatia, or the Med, factor in your international flight time and any overnight airport transfers. Once you know the base, you'll have a clearer picture of total trip logistics.
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Where Charters WentLefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lefkas, the Inland Sea and Kefalonia, 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.
Top Overnight Stops
- Meganisi59%
- Fiskardo55%
- Sivota (Lefkas)44%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Meganisi was the most common first night out, at 37% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 62% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Port of Lefkas · Greece
Based at Port of Lefkas, Greece . MARISA "Sails 2025" is operated by GR Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Port of Lefkas · 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
- €2,400
- 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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