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Trip Overview
A week sailing the Saronic Gulf — one of Greece's most accessible and beautiful sailing areas, right on the doorstep of Athens. The route takes us through the island of Aegina, the scenic strait of Poros, the quiet Peloponnese harbour of Ermioni, and the legendary car-free island of Hydra before returning to Athens.
The Saronic Gulf is sheltered from the open Aegean, making it a very comfortable and safe sailing ground with reliable summer winds, crystal-clear water and a string of charming island towns and tavernas along the way.
Check-in
Sat 4 July 2026, 17:00
Check-out
Sat 11 July 2026, 09:00
Return to base
Fri 10 July, by 17:00
Base Marina
Alimos (Kalamaki), Athens
Pier
Pier 6 (Sea Novels berths)
Marina GPS
37°54'48"N 23°42'19"E
Boat
Bavaria C42 "Josef"
Charter Company
Sea Novels / Sail Novels
Sailing Area
Saronic & Argolic Gulf
Crew
5 people
Charter Company
Sea Novels / Sail Novels
Pier 6, Alimos/Kalamaki Marina
T.K 17455, Athens, Greece
T.K 17455, Athens, Greece
Key Contacts
📞 Base Manager Christos: +30 6974 735529
📞 Customer Service Evi: +30 6978 775740
📧 Email: info@seanovels.com
📞 Customer Service Evi: +30 6978 775740
📧 Email: info@seanovels.com
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Getting to the Marina
The marina is at Alimos (Kalamaki), south-west of Athens city centre — about 60 minutes and 35 km from Athens International Airport (El. Venizelos).
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Public Bus
Line X96 from Airport to Piraeus. Get off at EDEM stop. Single ticket €6.
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Taxi (up to 4 pax)
€50 daytime
€65 night (23:00–06:00)
€65 night (23:00–06:00)
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Van Taxi (up to 8)
€90 daytime
€110 night (23:00–06:00)
€110 night (23:00–06:00)
⚠️ Check-in is Saturday 4 July from 17:00. Plan your flights accordingly — arriving mid-afternoon gives you time to get to the marina, complete check-in formalities and do an evening provisioning run before departure the next morning.
At the Marina
Find Pier 6 — Sea Novels berths are in the middle, on your right hand side near the port police office
Hot showers, toilets and ATM available at the marina 24/7. Showers opposite the start of Pier 6.
Free water and electricity (220V) at the pier on the first and last day
WiFi available on request at marina office (50GB for €50)
Supermarket Sklavenitis on Poseidonos Avenue, opposite the marina — walking distance. Closes Saturday 20:00, closed Sunday
24h fuel station at marina entrance sells snacks, drinks and ice
Nearby Restaurants (First / Last Night)
🍷 Dia Noche — Café/Bar opposite Pier 6
🍽️ Vassilis — Greek taverna, 5 min walk
🍽️ O Mpakalis — Greek taverna, 5 min walk
🥙 O Proedros — Souvlaki, delivers too
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Crew
Five crew for a 42-foot boat — comfortable cabins for everyone with room to spare on deck.
| Name | Role | Cabin |
|---|---|---|
| Kirill Zhukov | ⚓ Skipper | Fore cabin |
| Elena Zhukova | ⛵ First Mate | Fore cabin |
| Danila Zhukov | Crew | Starboard aft cabin |
| Kristina Klepikova | Crew | Starboard aft cabin |
| Artemii Zhukov | Crew | Port aft cabin |
📌 Before you travel — please confirm with the skipper:
- Passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond 11 July 2026
- Any medical conditions, medications or allergies
- Dietary requirements and food preferences
- Flight arrival details and times
- Emergency contact name and phone number
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Boat & Equipment
Our boat is the Bavaria Cruiser 42 "Josef" — a well-equipped modern sailing yacht registered in Greece. The Bavaria 42 is known for its spacious cockpit, comfortable cabins and stable sailing characteristics, making it ideal for family and friends cruising.
Boat Name
"Josef"
Model
Bavaria Cruiser 42
Flag
🇬🇷 Greek
Registration
12876
Call Sign
SVB2640
LOA
12.04 m
Cabins / Berths
3 cabins / 6 berths
Heads
2 bathrooms
Standard Equipment
Chartplotter / GPS navigation
VHF Radio
AIS transponder
Autopilot
Life raft
EPIRB
Flares kit
Life jackets for all crew
First aid kit
Dinghy with outboard
Snorkelling gear
220V shore power connection
💳 Security deposit is paid by the skipper at check-in via Visa/Mastercard credit card. It will be released after the boat is returned and inspected. End cleaning fee is paid in cash at check-in.
Optional Extras (paid in cash at base)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| WiFi — 50GB data | €50 |
| Linen & towels set | €5 per set |
| Automatic life jackets | €30 each / week |
| Stand-up paddleboard (SUP) | €120 / week + €500 add. insurance |
| Spinnaker / blister sail | €200 / week + €500 add. insurance |
📷 Photo Gallery — Bavaria C42 "Josef"
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Day-by-Day Route
The Saronic Gulf circuit — Athens, Aegina, Poros, Ermioni, Hydra and back. Around 100–120 nm total depending on routing choices. Click each day to expand.
Athens/Alimos
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Perdika, Aegina
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Poros Town
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Ermioni
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Hydra
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Bistiou, Poros
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Athens/Alimos
Day 1
Arrival — Athens / Alimos Marina
Sat 4 July
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Check-in Time
From 17:00 at Pier 6
Mooring
Sea Novels berths, Pier 6, Alimos Marina
Evening Plan
Provisioning + dinner ashore
Supermarket
Sklavenitis on Poseidonos Ave (closes 20:00 Sat)
Notes
Check-in formalities with skipper only. Bring all passports. Security deposit paid by credit card. Inventory check and boat walkthrough with base staff. Do your big provisioning run this evening — the supermarket is closed Sunday.
Day 2
Athens / Alimos → Perdika, Aegina
Sun 5 July · ~20 nm
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Day 3
Perdika → Poros Town
Mon 6 July · ~25 nm
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Day 4
Poros → Ermioni
Tue 7 July · ~20 nm
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Day 5
Ermioni → Hydra
Wed 8 July · ~10 nm
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Day 6
Hydra → Bistiou Bay, Poros
Thu 9 July · ~25 nm
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Day 7
Bistiou → Return to Athens / Alimos
Fri 10 July · ~30 nm
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Day 8
Check-out — Fly Home
Sat 11 July
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Weather & Tides
🌊 July Seasonal Averages — Saronic Gulf
Air temp: avg 27°C (81°F)
Sea temp: 24–25°C (77°F)
Wind: avg 3Bf (~10 kt)
Best winds: afternoon Meltemi (NW/N)
Rain: Very rare in July
Time zone: GMT +2 (EEST)
7-Day Forecast (placeholder — update before departure)
Sat 4
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29°C
NW 8–12 kt
Sun 5
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30°C
NW 10–15 kt
Mon 6
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28°C
N 8–12 kt
Tue 7
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31°C
NW 6–10 kt
Wed 8
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30°C
NW 10–18 kt
Thu 9
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29°C
NW 8–14 kt
Fri 10
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28°C
NW 10–15 kt
🌊 Tidal note: The Aegean and Saronic Gulf have negligible tidal range (typically <0.3 m). Tidal planning is not required. Currents are generally weak except in narrow straits such as the Poros channel.
Recommended weather apps: Windy.com, PredictWind, Poseidon (Greek met service), Navionics
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The Destinations
A quick guide to what to expect and what not to miss at each stop.
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What to Pack
Space on a yacht is limited — one bag per person is the golden rule. We strongly recommend a soft duffel bag: it packs into awkward spaces below deck far more easily than a rigid case. Hard-shell suitcases can be stowed, but they'll take up valuable cabin space, so if you can travel soft — do.
✅ Essentials
Passport (valid 6+ months beyond 11 July 2026)
Travel / medical insurance
Soft bag or duffel — no hard suitcases
Non-slip boat shoes / deck shoes
Sun cream SPF 50+ (lots of it)
Polarised sunglasses
Sun hat or cap
Lightweight waterproof jacket
Warm fleece or layer for evenings
Swimwear × 3
Quick-dry towel
Seasickness tablets (even if you're fine — just in case)
Personal medications
Cash Euros (marina fees, restaurants)
🌟 Nice to Have
Snorkelling mask & fins
Underwater camera or waterproof phone case
E-reader / books
Binoculars
Smart casual outfit for Hydra evenings
Sarong / light cover-up
Headtorch / small flashlight
Waterproof bag or dry sack
🚫 Leave at Home
Oversized hard-shell cases (soft bags strongly preferred)
Heeled shoes (dangerous on deck)
Excessive glass bottles
Hairdryer (limited 220V power)
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Safety & Rules on Board
The skipper's word is final. At sea, all decisions regarding navigation, weather and safety are made by the skipper. This is not a vote — it is how we keep everyone safe. Once ashore, democracy resumes.
⚓ On Deck
Life jackets mandatory at night and in winds above 20 kt
One hand for the boat, one for yourself — always
No sitting on guardrails or bow pulpit underway
Tell the skipper before going forward of the mast
Shoes on deck when underway
Keep cockpit clear of loose lines and gear
🚢 Below Deck
No smoking below deck, ever
Sea toilet — only pump what you put in, no paper
Close hatches before setting sail
Stow all gear before departure — nothing loose
Fresh water is limited — short showers only
Report any damage or faults to skipper immediately
🆘 Emergency Procedures
Man overboard: Shout "Man overboard!", press MOB on chartplotter, throw life ring, keep person in sight at all times, assign one person to watch only — eyes never leave them
Fire below: Shout fire, shut off engine and gas, use extinguisher at base of flame, prepare to abandon ship if uncontrolled
Mayday: VHF Channel 16 — "Mayday Mayday Mayday, this is JOSEF, SVB2640, position [GPS], [nature of emergency], 5 persons on board"
📞 Emergency Numbers
🚔 Police: 100
⚓ Port Police: 108
🚑 Athens First Aid: 166
🆘 Emergency (EU): 112
✈️ Athens Airport: +30 210 3530000
📞 Base Manager Christos: +30 6974 735529
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Pre-Departure Checklist
Your personal pre-departure checklist — complete before we cast off on Day 2.
🎒 Personal Readiness
Passport on board and accessible
Travel & medical insurance details shared with skipper
Emergency contact given to skipper
Any medications or medical conditions confirmed with skipper
Personal bag stowed in cabin — passageways clear
Deck shoes on — no bare feet or flip-flops underway
Seasickness tablets taken if needed (take 30 min before departure)
Cash Euros in wallet for marina fees and restaurants
🦺 Safety Awareness
Know where your life jacket is and how to put it on
Know the location of the life ring and throw bag (stern)
Know where the fire extinguishers are (galley + cockpit locker)
Know the emergency muster point — cockpit, port side
Attended the skipper's safety briefing
Greek emergency numbers saved in phone (112 / 108)
Phone charged; offline maps or Navionics downloaded
Heard the Day 2 passage plan from the skipper
⚓ Skipper's boat checks are done separately — see the Boat Check-in page in the Skipper's Corner.
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Local Information
Country
🇬🇷 Greece
Currency
Euro (€)
Language
Greek (English widely spoken)
Time Zone
EEST — GMT +2
ATM at Marina
Between Pier 4 and Pier 5
Bank Hours
Mon–Fri 08:00–12:00
Supermarket
Sklavenitis, Poseidonos Ave (opp. marina). Closed Sunday!
Sailing Area
Saronic & Argolic Gulf (Greek waters only)
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Photo Gallery
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Photos will appear here after the trip
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