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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 as required by Greek law, against fire, marine and collision risks, third party damage and loss or damage.

Fuel isn't included — you return the tank full. Estimated from engine power: this boat's ~50 HP engine burns roughly 4 L/h while motoring, so a typical week (about 3 h a day, ~21 h) works out to roughly 84 L ≈ €164 at €1.95/L — scale it to your own plans.

Not if you add a skipper — this boat offers one, 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.

The boat is for your party's private pleasure only. Racing (unless agreed in writing), towing other craft except in an emergency, and subletting are not allowed. Breaking customs or fishing laws, or taking archaeological objects, ends the agreement.

You must stay within Greek seas unless we agree otherwise in writing. Plan your route to reach your farthest port within the first third of the charter. Two days before the end, be within 40 nautical miles of the return base.

Do not leave a port or anchorage if the wind is or is forecast to be above Beaufort 6, or if the harbour authorities ban sailing. If you are late back because of weather, the late-return charge still applies, so build in a buffer.

Your party must include at least one qualified skipper and one experienced sailor. We may ask you to show your handling skills with us aboard at sea. If you don't satisfy us, we may place a skipper aboard at your cost or end the agreement.

Only the people on your crew/passenger manifest may stay aboard, and never more than the maximum number allowed in the yacht's documents.

Sami Port sits on the east coast of Kefalonia and serves as the island's second busiest ferry hub, so you'll find a lively, working harbor with real energy rather than a sleepy anchorage. Read more →