Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the questions we hear most often about catamaran charters in Greece.
Planning your charter
What is a catamaran charter?
A catamaran charter is the rental of a sailing catamaran for a holiday, usually for one week. You can sail it yourself (bareboat), hire a skipper who sails it for you (skippered), or add a host or cook as well (crewed). A catamaran has two hulls, which makes it stable, spacious and comfortable at anchor.
What is the difference between bareboat, skippered and crewed charters?
On a bareboat charter you sail the catamaran yourself and need a recognised sailing licence plus an experienced second crew member. On a skippered charter a professional local skipper sails the boat, plans the route and handles mooring. A crewed charter adds a host or cook, so meals and cleaning are taken care of as well.
Do I need a sailing licence to charter a catamaran in Greece?
Only for a bareboat charter. Greek rules require the skipper to hold a recognised sailing licence, such as an ICC or an equivalent national certificate, and a second crew member with sailing experience. If nobody in your group has a licence, choose a skippered charter: the professional skipper is responsible for the boat.
Quelle est la meilleure période pour louer un catamaran en mer Ionienne ?
Juin et septembre sont les meilleurs mois pour la plupart des groupes qui partent de Leucade : mer chaude, moins de monde et brises régulières l'après-midi. Juillet et août sont plus chauds et plus fréquentés, tandis que mai et octobre sont plus calmes, avec des soirées plus fraîches. La mer Ionienne ne connaît pas le meltem ; le maestro de nord-ouest souffle généralement force 3 à 5 l'après-midi, et le matin est souvent calme.
On board
Combien de personnes peuvent naviguer sur votre catamaran ?
Solanna, notre Bali 4.2, accueille jusqu'à 12 personnes dans 6 cabines : 4 cabines doubles et 2 cabines simples à l'avant, soit 12 couchages lorsque le carré est transformé en lit double, et 4 salles d'eau avec WC et douche. La plupart des groupes sont plus à l'aise à 8 ou 10 personnes. Si vous ajoutez un skipper ou une hôtesse, il leur faut aussi un couchage à bord, ce qui réduit les places pour les passagers.
Can the catamaran be stocked with food before we arrive?
Yes. We can arrange provisioning so the catamaran is stocked with drinks, breakfast items and basic groceries when you arrive. Send us your shopping list with your booking. Many groups provision for breakfasts and lunches on board and eat dinner in harbour tavernas.
Will I get seasick on a catamaran?
Seasickness is much less common on a catamaran than on a monohull, because a catamaran does not heel and rolls less at anchor. Short daily legs in calm areas like the Ionian also help. If you are sensitive, choose sheltered routes, sit in the fresh air during crossings and bring your usual remedy.
Booking and costs
What is included in the charter price?
Le prix de la location comprend Solanna et son équipement, comme l'annexe avec hors-bord, le matériel de snorkeling, la climatisation et le dessalinisateur. Pour la saison 2026, le ménage de fin de séjour (350 €) est obligatoire et une caution remboursable de 700 € est demandée, avec également un rachat de franchise (damage waiver) de 400 € proposé. Le carburant, les frais de marina, l'avitaillement, le skipper (210 € par nuit), l'hôtesse (190 € par nuit) et les options comme le Wi-Fi ou la location de SUP sont payés à part. Notre devis écrit indique le prix final.
How does booking and payment work?
Send us an inquiry with your dates and group size. We reply with a quote within one business day. A charter is confirmed when both parties sign the charter agreement and the deposit is paid; the balance is due before departure. A refundable security deposit, or a damage waiver, is arranged at check-in.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Summer weather in Greece is usually excellent, but strong winds can occur. Your skipper or the base will adapt the route to the forecast, for example by choosing sheltered bays or staying an extra night in harbour. Safety decisions come first; the charter itself continues as planned.
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