Yara – Lagoon 450 F Catamaran Charter in Ionian, Greece
Built in 2015, the 13.96 m (45 ft) Lagoon 450 F Yara is available for a catamaran charter in Ionian, Greece, sailing from Lefkas main port. She has 4 + 2 cabins and 4 bathrooms, with room for up to 12 guests – ideal for families, couples and groups of friends who want to explore the Greek islands at their own pace.
Yara is offered bareboat, with a skipper and a cook available on request. Highlights on board include solar panels, autopilot, inverter, dinghy with outboard. The Ionian is the gentlest sailing area in Greece – green islands, light winds, short distances and calm water. Perfect for families and first-time catamaran guests.
🛏️ Accommodation
- ✓4 + 2 cabins
- ✓4 bathrooms
- ✓Up to 12 guests
- ✓Cross-ventilated cabins
🌅 On Board
- ✓Solar panels
- ✓Autopilot
- ✓Inverter
- ✓Bimini top
🌊 Water Toys & Extras
- ✓Extra bedlinen and towels – €10 per week/ person
- ✓Stand up paddle (SUP) – €120 per week
Sailing Yara in Greece
Yara is a 2015 Lagoon 450 F with 2 x 54.0 HP engines and a beam of 7.87 m. Two hulls keep her level and stable at anchor, so lunch stays on the table and nights are calm – perfect for quiet island coves and harbour villages. Modern navigation, including an autopilot, makes her easy to handle. Mornings are made for swimming and paddleboarding in glassy water, afternoons for sailing to the next island.
Skipper, Cook & Provisioning
Prefer to relax? A skipper (€210 per day + food) and a cook or hostess (€160 per day + food) are available on request. We can arrange provisioning with fresh Greek produce before you arrive, so the fridge is full and you can sail straight away. The security deposit is €3,500.
Where to Cruise from Ionian
From the Ionian (Lefkada / Preveza / Corfu) you can explore Lefkada, Meganisi, Kefalonia, Ithaca and the Inland Sea. A popular one-week route (always subject to weather and the charter base’s advice):
- Day 1 – Lefkada: Board, provision and an evening stroll through Lefkada town.
- Day 2 – Meganisi: Turquoise coves, sea caves and the village of Vathi.
- Day 3 – Kalamos: A peaceful island with a tiny harbour and a taverna on the quay.
- Day 4 – Ithaca: Homer’s island – Kioni and Vathi, two of the prettiest harbours in Greece.
- Day 5 – Kefalonia (Fiskardo): Venetian houses, chic restaurants and crystal water.
- Day 6 – Porto Katsiki & Sivota: Famous white cliffs, then a sheltered night in Sivota.
- Day 7 – Nidri: Waterfalls, a last swim and a farewell dinner.
- Day 8 – Disembarkation: Return to the base and transfer to the airport.
Also Available: Turkey & the Caribbean
Aren Yachting also offers catamarans on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast (Bodrum, Göcek, Fethiye, Marmaris) – just a short sail from the Greek islands – and, from December to April, in the British Virgin Islands, Martinique and the Grenadines.
Why Charter Yara with Aren Yachting?
Aren Yachting is a TÜRSAB-licensed luxury charter company working with yachts in Turkey, Greece, the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. We check live availability, compare similar yachts for you, help with flights and transfers, and remain your single point of contact from the first enquiry to the last day on board. Guests from the USA, the UK and Europe trust us for honest advice and clear, all-inclusive quotes.
💶 Weekly Charter Rates
| Low season (April–June, Sept–Oct) | from €3,400 / week |
| High season (July–August) | up to €8,500 / week |
Rates are for the yacht only (bareboat), taken from the operator’s euro price list and rounded. Obligatory extras, the security deposit and optional extras are listed below. Rates and availability are confirmed at the time of booking.
📋 Charter Terms – What’s Included & Extras
Bareboat charter (no crew): you sail the catamaran yourself. At least one guest must hold a valid sailing licence (ICC or equivalent national licence) and a VHF/SRC radio certificate; a second experienced crew member is recommended. No licence? Simply add a professional skipper (see below).
✅ Included in the weekly price
| Included | Weekly charter of the yacht (Saturday to Saturday) |
| Standard equipment, safety gear and navigation equipment | |
| Solar panels | |
| Autopilot | |
| Dinghy with outboard | |
| Bimini top |
⚠️ Obligatory extras (payable at the base)
| Final cleaning | €300 per booking |
| Outboard engine | €0 per week – included in price |
👨✈️ Optional crew
| Hostess | €160 per day + food |
| Skipper | €210 per day + food – plus one cabin on his own |
Crew food is paid by the guests (usually shared from the on-board food kitty). The skipper uses the skipper cabin or one guest cabin.
➕ Optional extras
| WI-FI Internet connection on boat | €60 per week – unlimited |
| Extra bedlinen and towels | €10 per week/ person – one set of bed linen and towel p.p. already included in price |
| Stand up paddle (SUP) | €120 per week |
❌ Not included
| Not included | Fuel (paid on return, for the amount used) |
| Food and drinks / provisioning | |
| Marina and port fees outside the home base | |
| Food for skipper / cook / hostess |
Security deposit: €3,500 (refundable, paid at check-in; damage-waiver insurance can be arranged on request). Prices and extras are taken from the operator’s current price list and confirmed at the time of booking.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
| Yacht type | Catamaran |
| Model | Lagoon-Bénéteau – Lagoon 450 F |
| Built | 2015 |
| Length / Beam / Draft | 13.96 m / 7.87 m / 1.3 m |
| Cabins / Bathrooms | 4 + 2 / 4 |
| Guests / Berths | 12 / 8 + 2 + 2 |
| Base | Lefkas main port, Greece |
| Engines | 2 x 54.0 HP |
| Charter type | Bareboat |
Getting There: Flights and Transfers
Preveza-Aktion Airport (PVK) is 20–30 minutes from the Lefkada and Preveza marinas, and Corfu (CFU) has direct flights from across Europe. Aren Yachting can arrange transfers and hotel nights before or after your charter.
Best Time to Charter in the Caribbean
The Caribbean charter season runs from December to April, with warm sea temperatures of 26–28 °C, steady trade winds and very little rain. Christmas, New Year and February are the busiest weeks and should be booked early, while late April and May offer quieter anchorages and good value.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests can Yara accommodate?
Yara has 4 + 2 cabins and 4 bathrooms, with room for up to 12 guests.
How much does it cost to charter Yara in Ionian?
From €3,400 per week in low season, up to €8,500 in July and August. Obligatory extras and optional extras are added (see Charter Terms).
Where does Yara sail from?
Yara is based in Lefkas main port, Greece – ideal for Lefkada, Meganisi, Kefalonia, Ithaca and the Inland Sea.
Can we hire a skipper or a cook?
Yes. A skipper costs €210 per day + food. A cook or hostess costs €160 per day + food.
When is the best time for a catamaran charter in Greece?
The season runs from April to October. July and August are the warmest (sea 25–27 °C), with the meltem wind in the Aegean; May, June and September are quieter, cheaper and perfect for families and couples.
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