Zeus (Oceanis 38.1)
Olympic Marina
Weekly prices€2,700 · 29 Aug – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for small groups Zeus suits couples or small families (up to 6 berths) who want a manageable, well-equipped cruising yacht without the complexity of larger vessels. The 38-footer is nimble enough for one or two people to handle confidently, yet spacious enough that three cabins prevent anyone feeling cramped.
Nicely spec'd cruiser This 2017 Oceanis comes with genuinely useful gear, bow thruster and electric winches make single-handed sailing realistic, while the bimini, sprayhood, and cockpit cushions mean you'll actually enjoy time on deck. The chart plotter, autopilot, and dinghy are all essentials rather than luxuries, and having a holding tank plus electric toilet removes a real headache on multi-day trips.
Good value proposition A €2,500 deposit is reasonable for this size and vintage, and White Blue Seas' perfect 5-star rating (albeit from just two reviews) suggests professional service. You're getting a modern, practical boat that won't demand constant fiddling, ideal if your charter week is about sailing and exploring, not wrestling with old systems.
One honest note The operator information is incomplete, we can't see the base location or pricing, which matters hugely when you're flying internationally. Before committing, confirm the base has decent airport links and that the charter cost aligns with comparable 38-footers in that region.
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The marina & destination Olympic Marina · Greece
Based at Olympic Marina, Greece . Zeus is operated by White Blue Seas.
Good to know
- Location
- Olympic 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
- €2,500
- 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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