AURA (Oceanis 47)
Alimos Marina
Weekly prices€4,500 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Who it suits This is ideal for families or small groups wanting a modern, well-equipped sailing experience without sacrificing comfort. The five cabins and ten berths give you real flexibility, whether you're mixing couples, singles, or bringing kids along.
Standout features The 2026 build means everything is current-spec, solar panels and generator keep you independent, while air conditioning makes tropical sailing genuinely relaxing. Vernicos is highly rated (4.9/5), and the kit list is genuinely thoughtful: bow thruster for tight anchorages, autopilot for longer passages, and snorkeling gear already aboard.
Value perspective The €3,000 deposit is modest, and you're getting a newish Oceanis 47, a proven, manageable size that's not overengineered. Without seeing the weekly rate, it's hard to judge outright value, but the equipment list and operator reputation suggest fair pricing for what you're getting.
One honest note We don't have the charter base location listed, which matters, sailing the Greek islands is very different from the Caribbean, and that affects how far you're flying and what conditions you'll face. Check where she's based and factor in your journey from the nearest major airport.
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 . AURA is operated by Vernicos Yachts.
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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