Formica (Sun Odyssey 36i)
Preveza Main Port
Weekly prices€1,800 · 12 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 8 berths (6+2) · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
18 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 starter choice This 2008 Sun Odyssey 36i is ideal if you're new to sailing or want a relaxed, manageable boat without complexity. At 10.9 metres, she's nimble enough for one person to handle yet spacious enough for a small group or family of up to 8.
Well-equipped essentials You get the practical kit that matters: electric winches take the sweat out of sail handling, a sprayhood keeps you dry, and solar panels help reduce fuel costs. The included dinghy and snorkelling gear are genuine bonuses for exploring anchorages, and the lazy jacks make sail deployment genuinely easy.
Solid value proposition At around €1,488 per week with only a €1,500 deposit, this boat delivers honest Mediterranean or Atlantic sailing without premium pricing. For international clients flying in, the straightforward boat means less time wrestling with systems and more time enjoying the water.
One realistic note She's 16 years old, so while the Sun Odyssey 36i is a proven, bulletproof design, you'll want to confirm the engine and electrical systems were recently serviced, standard checks before any bareboat charter, but worth flagging given her age.
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The marina & destination Preveza Main Port · Greece
Based at Preveza Main Port, Greece . Formica is operated by Rinia Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Preveza 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
- €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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