Seven Seas - Refit 2021 (Oceanis 43)
2009 · 12.8 m · 4 cabins · 10 berths
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Weekly prices€1,600 · 17 Oct – 24 Oct
Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
17 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.
Ideal for families This 2009 Oceanis 43 suits groups of 4, 6 wanting comfortable cruising without breaking the bank. The four-cabin layout and 10-berth capacity mean you've got flexibility, though at full capacity it gets cosy, better as a family boat or two couples sharing.
Well-equipped package The 2021 refit is a genuine plus: you're getting modern conveniences like solar panels, an inverter, and bow thruster that make sailing less demanding. The snorkeling kit, dinghy, and swimming platform add real value for Mediterranean or Caribbean exploration, and the autopilot handles longer passages comfortably.
Strong value proposition At €1800/week with a modest €1500 deposit, this is competitive pricing for a four-cabin boat with decent gear included. You're not paying premium rates, which matters when you're flying internationally to reach the base.
Missing key detail The charter base location isn't listed here, which matters hugely for your flight logistics and whether this boat actually works for your holiday plans. You'll want to check DMS Sailing Charter's location before committing, proximity to major European hubs or long-haul gateways makes a real difference to your trip.
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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 . Seven Seas - Refit 2021 is operated by DMS Sailing Charter.
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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