Starcat (Oceanis 43)
Ormos Panagias
Weekly prices€2,228 · 1 Oct – 1 Nov
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
16 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 The Oceanis 43 is a brilliant choice if you're sailing with extended family or friends, four cabins sleeping eight makes it sociable without feeling cramped. This is a proven, stable cruiser that handles well in various conditions.
Solid practical features You're getting the essentials that matter: autopilot for longer passages, a dinghy included (saves rental costs), electric toilets, and a proper chart plotter. The teak cockpit and sprayhood are nice touches that show decent maintenance standards on this 2010 model.
Strong value proposition At €1,671 per week with a modest €1,500 deposit, this represents genuinely competitive pricing for a four-cabin boat this size. The inclusion of a dinghy and holding tank adds real value, those often cost extra elsewhere.
One reality check The charter base location isn't specified in your details, which matters significantly for international flyers planning transfers and logistics. I'd recommend confirming the base and flight connections before committing, as getting to some Mediterranean locations from the US or UK can add 6, 10 hours to your journey.
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The marina & destination Ormos Panagias · Greece
Based at Ormos Panagias, Greece . Starcat is operated by BabaSails Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Ormos Panagias · 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.
- 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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