Astraea

Yes — every boat on charter.boats is insured by its operator; we require it. The policy covers the vessel for fire, collision and third-party liability. For damage it doesn't cover, your liability is usually limited to the security deposit, except where the operator's terms say otherwise. Operator terms: The owner insures the yacht and her equipment, under Greek law, against fire, marine and collision risks, third party damage, and any loss or damage in excess of the agreed security deposit.

Fuel isn't included — you return the tank full. Estimated from engine power: this boat's ~114 HP engines burn roughly 9.1 L/h while motoring, so a typical week (about 3 h a day, ~21 h) works out to roughly 191 L ≈ €372 at €1.95/L — scale it to your own plans.

Not personally — this boat requires a skipper, who holds the licence. Generally, though: Two crew with proof of competence are required — a skipper holding an ICC or national equivalent and a co-skipper who signs a declaration of sailing experience.

Your party must include at least one qualified skipper and one experienced crew member. We may also ask you to show your competence by sailing the yacht with us aboard. If we are not satisfied, we can place a skipper aboard at your expense or end the charter.

The yacht is for private pleasure only, so no racing, no towing other boats except in an emergency, and no subletting without our written consent. Please also respect customs and fishing laws, and do not take archaeological objects.

You must stay within Greek seas. We also ask you to reach your farthest port within the first third of the charter, and to be within 40 nautical miles of the return port two days before the end.

Please don't leave port or anchorage if the wind is over Beaufort 6 or forecast to be, or if the harbour authorities ban sailing. Note that late return because of weather still carries demurrage charges, so plan your last days with a safety margin.

Late return, even due to weather, is charged at the daily charter price plus 50% for each day or part of a day. If you leave the yacht at a different port, you also cover the transfer costs and demurrage for the days needed to move her back.

Alimos Marina — also known as Kalamaki — holds the title of largest marina in the Balkans, sitting about 15 km southwest of central Athens and just 8 km from Piraeus. With hundreds of berths and solid facilities, it's a serious base for exploring the Saronic Gulf. Read more →