Private Half Day Yacht Charter Athens: 5 Hours from Alimos

This is a five-hour private charter on a 16-metre yacht from Marina Alimos, about 20 minutes from central Athens. Up to 23 guests have the whole yacht and a two-person crew to themselves, with several swim stops along the Saronic Gulf coast. The price is €1,300 for the yacht, including fuel, VAT, drinks, snacks, towels, snorkelling gear and a paddle board.

What is the private half day yacht charter?

It is a half day on the water with your own yacht and crew. The boat is a 16-metre luxury yacht with a large sun deck, shaded seating and three cabins, each with its own bathroom. A professional captain and a crew member run the trip, so all you need to do is decide how much to swim and how much to relax.

Because the yacht is booked for your group only, the price is per boat. With up to 23 guests allowed, it is good value for families and larger groups of friends, and still comfortable for a smaller party that wants space.

Where does the charter go?

You leave Marina Alimos and cruise the Athenian coastline in the Saronic Gulf. The captain anchors at selected swimming spots: quiet coves, clear bays and small uninhabited islets that you can only reach by boat. One stop is usually at an islet where you can swim and sunbathe away from the city beaches.

The route is flexible. If your group has favourite places or wants more time at one stop, discuss it with us when you book and we plan it with the captain. On windy days the crew chooses sheltered water.

What happens on the day?

After booking, we email you the exact meeting point at Marina Alimos and the crew contact. You board, settle in and head out along the coast.

At each anchorage you can swim, snorkel around the underwater rock formations, take the paddle board across a calm bay or stretch out on the sun deck. Water, beer and soft drinks are on board all day, with light snacks such as toasts and seasonal fruit. If you booked the barbecue, the crew grills lunch on board. After about five hours the yacht returns to Alimos.

What is included?

• The yacht: a private charter on a 16-metre yacht with three cabins and bathrooms.
• Crew: a professional two-person crew, captain and deckhand.
• Drinks and snacks: water, beer, soft drinks, toasts and seasonal fruit.
• Swim kit: towels, snorkelling gear and a paddle board.
• Costs: fuel and VAT.

Optional meat barbecue

Add a meat barbecue for €30 per person: grilled pork and chicken souvlaki, baked pies, Greek cheeses and salads, local beers and wines, and seasonal fruit. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks. Let the crew know so they can arrange storage and service.

Is it right for me?

Yes, if you want a private half day at sea without committing to a full day. It suits families, groups of friends, company outings and celebrations such as birthdays, anniversaries and bachelor or bachelorette parties. Decorations and catering can be arranged on request. No experience is needed, and swimming is optional.

Good to know

• The price is for the whole yacht and up to 23 guests.
• Cabins with bathrooms make changing and showering easy.
• Bring high-factor sunscreen: there is shade, but the sun on the water is strong.
• Tell us about dietary needs if you add the barbecue.

When is the best time to go?

June to September is peak season, with the warmest sea and the most settled weather. These months and weekends book up first, so we recommend reserving at least two weeks ahead. Late spring and early autumn are quieter and often still warm enough for swimming.

How to get there from central Athens

Marina Alimos is about 20 minutes from central Athens by car or taxi, following the coast road south towards Glyfada. The coastal tram also stops near the marina. We send the exact pier and meeting details by email once your booking is confirmed.

What to bring

Swimwear, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and a camera are all you need. Towels and snorkelling gear are provided. If you are bringing your own food, drinks or decorations, mention it when you book. A light cover-up is handy for the cruise back, and a waterproof phone pouch is useful for photos at the swim stops.