SO440-20R (Sun Odyssey 440(4cbs))
2020 · 13.4 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€2,850 · 17 Oct – 31 Dec
Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for families This 2020 Sun Odyssey 440 is a solid mid-range cruiser that suits families or small groups wanting comfortable sailing without breaking the bank. Four cabins sleep up to eight, so there's genuine space for two couples or a family with teenage kids.
Well-equipped modern boat The standout features here are practical: bow thruster for easier berthing, sprayhood for protected sailing in rougher weather, and solar panels that reduce engine running costs. Electric toilet and teak cockpit add a touch of refinement without over-complicating things, this is honest, reliable cruising gear.
Strong value proposition At 13.4 metres with four proper cabins, you're getting excellent space-to-cost ratio compared to newer builds or larger vessels. JF Yachts carries a solid 4.8/5 rating, which suggests responsive, professional service, important when you've flown internationally to your base.
One minor note The base location isn't specified in your data, so I can't comment on airport proximity or regional sailing conditions, worth checking with JF Yachts directly on flight connections and whether this charter suits your intended cruising ground.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Symi, 80% of trips
If you're planning a yacht charter from Rhodes, have a look at the overnight stops on this heat map. They come from charter yachts tracked by AIS on round trips during the 2025 season, giving you past activity to compare with your own plans. The map is not for navigation.
Symi was the most common first night out, at 60% of trips with a recorded first night. On 43% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 20 to 40 nm, measured in a straight line.
We can help you work through a charter route from Rhodes for the kind of boat you're considering. Open the full map, pick out the stops that interest you and talk to us about how they might fit together.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Rhodes, 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
- Symi80%
- Chalki60%
- Alimia33%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
The marina & destination Rhodes New Marina · Greece
Based at Rhodes New Marina, Greece . SO440-20R is operated by JF Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Rhodes New 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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