Imagine (Sun Odyssey 42 i)
2008 · 12.5 m · 3 cabins · 7 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
12.5m · 2008 · Sail boat
What KateBot thinks
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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 for families This Sun Odyssey 42 i suits families or small groups wanting comfortable sailing without sacrificing practicality. Seven berths across three cabins give everyone their own space, and the air conditioning matters on longer Mediterranean or Caribbean passages.
Well-equipped cruiser She's genuinely thought through for modern sailing, solar panels reduce fuel consumption, the autopilot saves you on longer days, and the sprayhood plus bimini keep you comfortable in sun and spray. Snorkeling gear and a dinghy with outboard make exploring anchorages straightforward, not an afterthought.
Solid value proposition At 2008 build she's proven and reliable rather than cutting-edge, which means maintenance is predictable and parts are straightforward. The ultra-low deposit (€500) and ARCHON's perfect 5-star rating across their fleet suggest transparent, no-surprises operations.
One fair note This is a 2008 boat, so you're chartering something 16+ years old, not a drawback if you want character and proven systems, but she won't have the latest avionics or that new-boat feel. That said, the equipment list and operator rating suggest she's genuinely well looked after.
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Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Kos and the north Dodecanese
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Kos and the north Dodecanese during the 2025 season. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Kalymnos was the most common first night out, at 29% of trips with a recorded first night. On 55% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 40 to 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
Planning your charter route
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Kos and the north Dodecanese for this type of boat.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Kos and the north Dodecanese, 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
- Leros55%
- Kalymnos47%
- Nisyros28%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
A common three-stop core
Kalymnos · Leros · Lipsi
14% of qualifying full weeks included this core.
The share covers these three stops, not necessarily their listed order or the connecting path. Other stops may be omitted. This is a historical area pattern from tracked sailing boats in 2025, not a prediction for this boat.
The marina & destination
Marina Kos
Based at Marina Kos, Greece . Imagine is operated by ARCHON Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Marina Kos · 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
- €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 there
Flights to Greece
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 routes
Greece · three classic charter areas
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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