Greece Catamaran Charter
Greece Catamaran Charters are where history and culture collide at the original Mediterranean cruising ground.
Luxury Catamaran Charter Greece
The Greek islands are among Europe's most stunning sailing destinations, best explored from the cockpit or spacious deck of a catamaran, whether bareboat charter, skippered catamaran charter or crewed catamaran charter.
A Greece catamaran charter is blessed with a heady collection of vibrant cities, sultry landscapes, and an enchanting gathering of islands, each rich with ancient and modern history and blessed with enticing cuisine.
Not a sailor? Hire a skipper, kick back and enjoy your sailing vacation as your skipper guides your charter yacht from island to beautiful island, soaking up the sights of the Ionian Sea or Aegean Sea as you go.
Choose a luxury Catamaran charter in Greece for unmatched access to the stunning coast, and five star service from the staff on your crewed yacht. Whether white sand beaches on stylish Mykonos, black sand beaches on elegant Santorini or rocky beaches on volcanic Milos , you can follow the Meltemi breezes on a journey around the Cyclades Islands for parties and ancient Greek culture preserved in stone.
Opt for a Sunreef 80 Catamaran with a full crew for the utmost tranquillity and opulence on a truly luxury yacht. Charter guests can lounge with a cocktail on the large flybridge as the crew sails you into the dock just in time for a dinner with a view. In the morning set sail to explore the beautiful Saronic Islands of Aegina, Hydra, and Spetses and seek out ambient anchorages away from the crowds, or disembark on the islands to find the ancient cultures that have left their cultural layers on the lands.
More experienced sailors may choose a bareboat Catamaran to take complete control of the journey through Greek water, indulging in the absolute freedom to explore Greece in exactly as much or as little detail as you desire. With the added benefit of privacy, bareboat charters are ideal for family getaways and celebrations, enhanced by grand, luxurious suites, en suite cabins and countless styles serving every taste, budget and group size.
Catamarans to Charter in Greece
Types of Catamaran available in Greece
Catamarans of all varieties are beloved for their space and enhanced comfort over monohull boats.
Large groups and families are afforded enhanced, beautifully finished living spaces, with plenty of room to manoeuvre both above and below deck.
Additionally, catamarans absorb waves much more efficiently, enhancing stability for simple things such as sunbathing and cooking and eating while at sea.
Sailing Catamarans
Sailing catamarans combine the elegance of sails, allowing for better range than a power catamaran, with the enhanced stability that comes with two hulls.
Additionally, due to the two-hull design, sailing catamarans do not heel over more than 5 degrees (unlike classic monohulls), making them ideal for new or inexperienced sailors and those travelling with reduced mobility.
Power Catamarans
Power catamarans are essentially twin-hulled motor yachts, with all the added enhancements that a twin hull allows.
But additionally, power catamarans have a lower vertical clearance, useful when your sailing plans involve bridges with height restrictions.
How much is it to charter a catamaran in Greece?
The exact cost of a Greece catamaran charter will depend on a number of factors, such as the time of year, size of the catamaran and location within the Greek isles, as well as how many crew you have on board.
A bareboat 40ft catamaran can range from €4,000 to €15,000 per week, while a fully-crewed Sunreef 80 can range from €50,000 to €80,000 for the week plus expenses.
Crewed Catamaran Charter Greece
A fully crewed catamaran is the ideal vessel to truly explore the Greek islands in luxury, comfort and style. Catamarans boast unparalleled spaciousness, stability, and access to shallow waters, while your expert crew offer a personalised service, customised itineraries, and exceptional dining experiences.
Embrace the freedom of exploration, immerse yourself in the beauty of Greece, and create cherished memories aboard a crewed catamaran as you embark on a luxurious journey through the mesmerising Greek islands.
With years of experience planning the finest sailing experiences, we offer a stress-free way to explore from Corfu to Kefalonia, and from Athens to Mykonos on a luxury crewed catamaran.
How do I choose the right charter yacht to charter in Greece?
If you are unsure about charter or boat selection, contact us at HELM to help you decide.
We only choose boats that are in excellent condition, and we are here to help you every step of the way and to make sure the whole process is as easy as possible.
Where to sail on a Greece catamaran Charter?
The Greek islands' primary sailing areas can be roughly divided into 7: North Ionian (Corfu), South Ionian (Lefkas), Saronic Gulf (Athens), Sporades (Volos, Skiathos), Cyclades (Lavrion, Mykonos, Paros) and Dodecanese (Kos, Rhodes).
In Greece, contrasts rule: the piercing history of ancient Athens sits next to the bustling modernity of a Marina Alimos, with its collection of sailing yacht, motor yacht and superyachts, while 3000-year-old, sunbleached ruins are punctuated by the deep greens of an olive tree on the Dodecanese Islands.
Sail the Cyclades island chain, and these variances are ever-present: disembark on Mykonos for wild parties at the weekend and recuperate on one of Andros’ scenic, unspoiled beaches on Monday. Take the dinghy ashore and stroll the medieval, grey-walled old town of Naoussa on Paros. A luxury catamaran charter in Greece is your gateway to the history of western civilisation…. and some of the world’s best sandy beach destinations.
New sailors are well suited to the languorous South Ionian islands, where easy navigation and gentle sailing breezes make boating a pleasure. Begin in Lefkas and sail to the rugged island of Ithaca, where the most desirable hidden beaches are only accessible by boat, and then journey on to Kefalonia’s adventure-tinged shipwreck beach before hiking the fragrant meadows and sampling the vineyards found in its lush and mountainous interior.
Take a bareboat catamaran hire in the north Ionian islands, and you’ll find perfect sailing conditions elevated by idyllic scenery, Ouzo-clear water and romantic anchorages with perfect bays for wild swimming. Visit Corfu’s UNESCO-listed old town to see a mishmash of Venetian, French and British architecture, or sail to its tranquil bays for windsurfing, water skiing and parasailing.
When to sail in Greece?
The sailing season in Greece runs from May to October, with the best weather from July to August, though the Meltemi winds can make for particularly challenging sailing in the Cyclades during this time.
We suggest exploring closer to the shoulder seasons when the winds are more manageable.
