BLACK BIRD (Sun Odyssey 440)
Platania Marina
Weekly prices€3,000 · 26 Sep – 3 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 10 berths (8+2) · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Perfect for families This 2021 Sun Odyssey 440 suits groups of up to 10 looking for comfortable bareboat sailing without compromising on space or modern kit. The four cabins and generous berth count make it ideal for multi-generational trips or two couples wanting proper privacy.
Well-equipped vessel Black Bird punches above its weight with air conditioning, electric winches, bow thruster, and solar panels, genuinely useful features that reduce fatigue on longer passages. The teak cockpit and bimini top signal a yacht that's been properly maintained and set up for relaxed cruising.
Good value proposition A 2021 model with this spec and low €500 deposit represents solid value, especially if you're chartering from a European base where you can combine a flight to the charter location with proper sailing time. The modern systems mean less hassle and more time enjoying the water.
One consideration The base location isn't listed here, which matters enormously, charter costs, flight logistics, and sailing season vary wildly across the Mediterranean and Atlantic options. We'd recommend confirming the precise homeport before booking, as that dictates whether this is a convenient transatlantic adventure or requires an awkward connecting flight.
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The marina & destination Platania Marina · Greece
Based at Platania Marina, Greece . BLACK BIRD is operated by NorthSailing.
Good to know
- Location
- Platania 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
- €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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