Cost to Charter a Crewed Catamaran in Greece

By Mandy Walker, owner of WLMS Yacht Charters and CYBA charter broker · Updated October 2026

A crewed catamaran charter in Greece costs about €15,000 to €95,000 a week for the yacht and crew for upcoming 2027 Greek charter season. VAT and an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) are added on top of that charter fee to cover food, drinks, fuel and port fees.

Where a catamaran falls in that range depends on three things: its size, the year it was built and the months you charter. Below, I explain how each one affects the price, what is added to the charter fee, and how to get the most from your budget.

What Sets the Price of a Greek Catamaran Charter

Three things decide where a crewed catamaran falls in the €15,000 to €95,000 range.

1. Size. Greece has catamarans from about 45 feet up to 80 feet and beyond. Smaller catamarans usually have 3 to 4 guest cabins and sit toward the lower end of the range. Larger catamarans with 5 or 6 cabins, more deck space and a bigger crew sit toward the top.

2. Year built. A new or recently refitted catamaran costs more than an older one of the same size. Newer yachts often have more water toys, upgraded cabins and features like air-conditioned flybridges. An older yacht with a great crew can be excellent value.

3. The months you charter. Most Greek yachts have three weekly rates: high, mid and low season. Each yacht sets its own dates. On many catamarans, high season is July and August and mid season is June and September. Some larger catamarans set high season from mid-June to mid-September.

Because Greece is such a large charter region, there are far more catamarans to choose from than in most destinations. That is why the price range is so wide, and why comparing yachts carefully matters. Two catamarans of the same length can be very different in price, crew and condition.

Real examples from yachts we book in Greece

Weekly rates in euros for 2026, plus VAT and APA. Rates are set by each yacht and can change. Low-season rates like Andare Avanti’s €10,000 apply in the cold winter months, when few people charter in Greece.

Rates tell only part of the story. The crew is what guests remember most, which is why we tour the yachts and meet the crews ourselves. Here is what one of our clients wrote in Stephanie’s guest book this summer:

Thank you for your generous care of each of us – you are so good at anticipating our every need. You are so caring & put 110% into every detail. If we could take you home with us – we would! … The Alchemy of the crew made the experience elevated. They all seem to genuinely respect & enjoy each other and that added to the experience tremendously. I hope Stephanie’s owner will keep them together as they are the Dream Team!”

— John P., returning Wlms Yacht Charters client, July 2026, aboard Stephanie

What’s Added to the Charter Fee

The weekly rate covers the yacht and its crew. These costs are added on top:

• VAT. Greek VAT is charged on the charter fee. The rate varies from yacht to yacht, and each yacht’s rate is shown on its page and on your quote.
• APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance). Usually 20–30% of the charter fee, set by each yacht. It is paid before the charter and covers food, drinks, fuel and port fees. Your captain keeps receipts and gives you a full accounting at the end of the week. Any unused balance is refunded, and if you spend more, you settle the difference before you leave.
• Relocation fee. If you start or end somewhere other than the yacht’s home port, a relocation fee may apply. For example, several 55-foot catamarans we book charge €1,500 plus VAT to start in the Cyclades. On the largest catamarans, the fee is based on fuel use.
• Santorini. Starting or ending a charter in Santorini usually adds one extra charter day.
• Crew gratuity. 10–15% of the charter fee is customary, at your discretion.

Example: one week on Happy, a Lagoon 55, in high season

For 8 guests, that is about €5,400–€5,600 per person for the week, including meals, drinks and fuel paid from the APA.

Catamaran Charter Costs by Region: Cyclades, Saronic, Ionian and Dodecanese

Greece is one of the largest charter regions in the world, and catamarans are based all over the country. Choosing a yacht that is already based where you want to cruise is one of the simplest ways to avoid extra fees.

• Saronic Gulf. Closest to Athens, with short distances between Aegina, Poros, Hydra and Spetses. Many catamarans are based near Athens, so a Saronic charter often starts at the yacht’s home port.
• Cyclades. Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Milos and Santorini. The most famous islands and the longest distances between them. Expect a relocation fee if your yacht is based in Athens, an extra day if you start or end in Santorini, and stronger meltemi winds in July and August.
• Ionian Islands. Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Kefalonia and Ithaca, on Greece’s west coast. Green islands, calmer water and short hops. Choose a yacht based in the Ionian rather than one that has to travel around from Athens.
• Dodecanese. Rhodes, Symi, Kos and Patmos, near Turkey. A great choice for a second visit to Greece. Ask where the yacht is based, since many Greek catamarans spend the summer farther west.

Your itinerary also affects the APA. Longer days under way mean more fuel, which matters most on power catamarans.

How to Get the Most Value

• Fill the cabins. Catamarans are priced per yacht, not per person. A 5-cabin catamaran for 10 guests can cost less per person than a 4-cabin yacht for 8.
• Look at mid season. June and September bring warm water and lower rates than July and August. On the yachts above, mid season runs about 5–15% below high season.
• Start at the yacht’s home port. Building your route around where the yacht is based avoids relocation fees.
• Compare a newer yacht with a refitted one. A well-kept older catamaran with a great crew can offer more space for the money than a brand-new yacht.
• Plan the APA with your captain. Greek wines, fresh island seafood and a few tavernas ashore stretch your APA further than imported spirits and long days under way.
• Book early for July and August. The most popular catamarans and crews book up well ahead for peak summer.

We tour more than 250 crewed charter yachts each year, so we can tell you how the crew, condition and layout compare, not just the rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to charter a crewed catamaran in Greece?

Most crewed catamarans in Greece cost about €15,000 to €95,000 a week for the yacht and crew for upcoming 2027 season. VAT and an APA of usually 20–30% are added on top, plus a customary 10–15% crew gratuity.

What is included in the weekly rate?

The yacht and its crew, typically a captain, chef and one or more deckhands or stewards. Food, drinks, fuel and port fees are paid from the APA.

What is the APA on a Greek yacht charter?

The Advance Provisioning Allowance is paid before your charter and covers food, drinks, fuel and port fees. The captain keeps receipts and gives you a full accounting. Any unused balance is refunded. Read our full guide to the APA →

Is VAT included?

No. VAT is added to the charter fee, and the rate varies from yacht to yacht. Your quote shows the exact amount.

Can we charter for less than a week?

Sometimes, but most Greek catamarans have a 7-night minimum. The charter season in Greece is shorter than in the Caribbean, so yachts book full weeks, especially in summer. A catamaran may accept a charter shorter than 7 nights as a last-minute booking or early or late in the season, such as early May or October. Tell us your dates and we’ll check which yachts are open to it.

What is the best time to charter a catamaran in Greece?

June and September offer warm water and lower rates than July and August. Each yacht sets its own season dates, so your quote will show which season your dates fall in.

How much does a catamaran charter in the Cyclades or Mykonos cost?

The weekly rate is the same wherever the catamaran cruises: about €15,000 to €95,000 a week plus VAT and APA. A Cyclades itinerary, including Mykonos, Paros, Naxos and Milos, can add a relocation fee if the yacht is based in Athens, and more fuel from your APA because the islands are farther apart.

Can we start our catamaran charter in Mykonos?

Often, yes. Many catamarans are based near Athens, so starting in Mykonos or elsewhere in the Cyclades usually adds a relocation fee. On several 55-foot catamarans we book, that fee is €1,500 plus VAT. Starting at the yacht’s home port avoids it.

Why does it cost more to start in Santorini?

Most yachts add one extra charter day when you start or end in Santorini.

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