Pherousa (Oceanis 48)
2015 · 14.6 m · 5 cabins · 10 berths
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Weekly prices€3,100 · 17 Oct – 24 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment5 cab · 10 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
11 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.
Perfect for groups The Oceanis 48 is a spacious five-cabin cruiser ideal for larger parties or families wanting serious comfort without sacrifice. With 10 berths across a well-proven hull design, you get genuine room to breathe, rare at this size.
Thoughtful kit onboard Pherousa is genuinely well-equipped for independent cruising: solar panels, bow thruster, autopilot, and a full suite of navigation gear mean less faffing about and more relaxing. The lazy bag and lazy jack make sail handling easier, while air-con, heating, and a convertible saloon table show someone's thought about liveability.
Solid value proposition A 2015 boat in what appears to be good order, with top operator ratings, at a reasonable deposit level, this represents honest, no-fuss charter value. You're paying for a proven platform, not flashy marketing.
One practical note The base location isn't listed in your data, which matters for flight logistics and weather windows from the US or Europe, do confirm with HDM Sailing where Pherousa actually sits before booking, as that'll shape your transfer time and seasonal suitability.
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Where Charters WentLavrion
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lavrion, 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.
Top Overnight Stops
- Kythnos52%
- Kea36%
- Poros36%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Kythnos was the most common first night out, at 26% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 45% of trips, the furthest point from base was within over 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Lavrion Main Port · Greece
Based at Lavrion Main Port, Greece . Pherousa is operated by HDM Sailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Lavrion Main Port · 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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