ILIA (Oceanis 46.1)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€4,000 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect family choice The Oceanis 46.1 is a brilliant mid-size cruiser for families or groups wanting genuine comfort without going huge. With five cabins and berths for 12, you've got flexibility for multiple families or friends, and the 2022 build means everything feels fresh and well-maintained.
Smart modern touches Solar panels and air conditioning are real quality-of-life upgrades on a sailing yacht, especially if you're chartering in warm waters. The bow thruster, autopilot, and full sprayhood mean less stress on deck and more time enjoying the experience, these aren't luxury add-ons, they're practical seamanship helpers.
Solid value proposition At €4,720 per week with a modest €3,000 deposit, this boat sits in the sensible mid-range for a newer, well-equipped 46-footer. You're paying fairly for the 2022 spec and modern systems rather than inflated "shiny new" pricing.
One note of caution Zen Yachting has only one review on file, so there's limited track record to assess their service consistency. Before committing, it's worth asking directly about their handover process, local knowledge, and support response times, especially important when you're flying from abroad and can't easily pop back if something needs attention.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
The marina & destination Alimos Marina · Greece
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . ILIA is operated by Zen Yachting.
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
- €3,000
- 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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