Panic (Sun Odyssey 40)
2002 · 12.2 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Weekly prices€1,800 · 17 Oct – 24 Oct
Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
24 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 couples This 2002 Sun Odyssey 40 suits pairs or small groups wanting genuine sailing without breaking the bank, at €2,151/week, it's genuinely good value for a bareboat charter in Greece. The three cabins and six berths give you flexibility, though the boat's age means you're getting honest character rather than luxury.
Solid cruising setup She's equipped sensibly for Greek waters: chart plotter and radio for navigation, solar panels to reduce fuel consumption, and a sprayhood for comfort in choppier conditions. These aren't fancy extras, they're practical kit that actually matters when you're sailing the Aegean.
Value worth noting At this price point you're getting a proven sailboat design with manageable systems and no hidden surprises. The €2,000 deposit is reasonable, and the operator's 5-star rating (though based on just one review) suggests professional service.
The honest caveat A 22-year-old boat means older interior finishes and potentially more frequent mechanical niggles, budget time for troubleshooting rather than assuming everything runs perfectly. If you need reassurance about pre-charter condition, ask the operator for detailed photos and a thorough handover walk-through before you commit.
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Where Charters WentAthens south (Alimos and Piraeus)
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus), 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.
Blue shading shows approximate sea depth, not for navigation. Depth data: GEBCO Compilation Group (2026) GEBCO 2026 Grid (doi:10.5285/4f68d5c7-45eb-f999-e063-7086abc036fa)
Top Overnight Stops
- Poros74%
- Aegina50%
- Hydra38%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
Aegina was the most common first night out, at 30% of trips with a recorded first night.
On 40% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 40 to 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
The marina & destination Marina Delta Kallithea · Greece
Based at Marina Delta Kallithea, Greece . Panic is operated by Sail in Greek Waters.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Delta Kallithea · 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
- €2,000
- 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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