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Q. What does a crewed catamaran charter from Paros cost, and where does it go?

Paros sits at the centre of the Cyclades: Antiparos 5 nautical miles, Naxos 12, Mykonos 30, Sifnos 35, Santorini 60 on the house table, and Alimos 95 for the yachts that board in Athens. On the Greek Charter Index 2026 a crewed sailing catamaran runs EUR 17,000 to 22,000 a week net base at 12 to 16 metres, 18,900 to 48,000 at 16 to 19, 31,500 to 43,500 at 20 to 22 and 54,900 to 90,000 at 23 to 24; power catamarans 21,000 to 90,000. Add APA of 20 to 30% and Greek VAT at the yacht's certified rate. Soros bay on Antiparos holds in 6 to 12 metres over sand, sheltered from every direction.

Key facts

Paros on the house table: Antiparos 5 nautical miles, Naxos 12, Mykonos 30, Sifnos 35, Milos 50, Santorini 60, Alimos 95
Index 2026 catamaran bands: 12 to 16 metres EUR 17,000 to 22,000, 16 to 19 metres 18,900 to 48,000, 20 to 22 metres 31,500 to 43,500, 23 to 24 metres 54,900 to 90,000, per yacht per week before VAT and APA
Soros bay on Antiparos: 6 to 12 metres over sand, excellent holding, sheltered from every direction; Parikia on the Meltemi-protected west side
Forty-five crewed catamarans on this house's list, 34 with a walkthrough video on their page
APA 20 to 30% of base on a catamaran; Greek VAT at the yacht's certified rate; gratuity 10 to 15% of base

Source: George Yachts Greek Charter Index 2026

- George P. Biniaris, Founder and Managing Broker

Catamaran in Paros

Catamaran Charter Paros

The family Cyclades charter. Stable in the Meltemi, shallow enough for the best Antiparos beaches, big enough for three couples.

Last updated September 2026

Why catamarans win the Paros brief

Paros sits in the geographic centre of the Cyclades, with Antiparos 15 minutes south, Naxos 12 nm east, Mykonos 30 nm north, Ios 40 nm south. From Paros a catamaran reaches more anchorages in a day than from any other Cycladic base. Catamarans win for three Paros-specific reasons. First, the shallow draft (1.2-1.4m vs 2.5m on a sailing monohull) opens up the best Antiparos beaches (Soros, Apantima, Faneromeni) where deeper-draft boats anchor 200 metres offshore. Second, the stability in the Meltemi: flat water under sail at 15-20 knots makes catamarans the only sailing platform families enjoy in August. Third, the layout: three or four equal cabins, no master-vs-guest hierarchy, perfect for two or three couples chartering together. Paros catamarans deliver the Cycladic loop without the Cycladic compromises. The Lagoon 50 and Bali 4.6 here sleep 8 in genuine comfort, cruise at 8 knots under engine and 10 knots under sail in the Meltemi, anchor in 2 metres of water at Soros where everyone else is in 15 metres.

Best suited for

Two or three couples sharing one yacht for a Cyclades week
Families with toddlers (flat water plus dual hulls equals no seasickness)
Charterers who prioritise swim-anchorage access over restaurant proximity
Repeat Cycladic visitors who've done Mykonos motor yacht (want a different format)
Snorkelling and diving-focused weeks (shallow anchorages open underwater terrain)

Catamarans based in Paros and the Cyclades

Cyclades catamarans for 2027

P/CAT ChristAl MiO 80

24.38 m / 80 ft · 12 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€70,000 - €90,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

P/CAT ALINA

24.38 m / 80 ft · 10 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€70,000 - €90,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

S/CAT Ad Astra

24.38 m / 80 ft · 10 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€65,000 - €90,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

S/CAT Serenissima III

24.38 m / 80 ft · 10 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€65,000 - €85,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

S/CAT Imladris

23.9 m / 78.4 ft · 8 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€65,000 - €85,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

S/CAT Aloia

24.38 m / 80 ft · 10 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€65,000 - €85,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

S/CAT Sol Madinina

24.38 m / 80 ft · 10 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€65,000 - €85,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

P/CAT SAMARA

24.38 m / 80 ft · 8 guests

Per Yacht · Per Week€65,000 - €70,000 | plus expenses VAT & APA

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When to book

June and September are the family-perfect Paros catamaran weeks: Meltemi mild, water 22-24°C, all the beaches still open. July and August book 9 months ahead, the Cyclades family-catamaran market is the most over-subscribed segment in Greek charter. May and early October the water cools (19-20°C) but yacht availability and pricing both improve materially.

George's insider notes

Anchor at Soros on Antiparos (south coast) rather than the main bay: same water, no day-tripper crowd from Antiparos chora.
Naoussa on Paros for dinner: the marina is small; anchor at Kolymbithres 1 nm east and tender in by sunset.
Despotiko (uninhabited island west of Antiparos) is the Cyclades' best protected anchorage: sandy bottom, blue water, archaeological site ashore.
Catamaran kids' setup: webbing on the lifelines is non-negotiable for children under 8. Brief the captain pre-charter.
Antiparos is dry-cleaning-free, pack accordingly. Soft luggage only; the cabin hanging space is limited on catamarans.

Frequently asked

Questions we get about Catamaran Charter Paros

How much does a Paros catamaran charter cost?

On the Greek Charter Index 2026, per yacht per week before VAT and APA: a crewed sailing catamaran of 12 to 16 metres EUR 17,000 to 22,000, 16 to 19 metres 18,900 to 48,000, 20 to 22 metres 31,500 to 43,500, 23 to 24 metres 54,900 to 90,000; power catamarans 21,000 to 90,000. Add APA of 20 to 30%, Greek VAT at the yacht's certified rate, and a 10 to 15% gratuity at your discretion.

Why a catamaran over a monohull in the Cyclades?

Three reasons: stability in Meltemi (catamaran heels 2°, monohull heels 15°), shallow draft (access to better anchorages), and cabin layout (equal cabins for multi-couple groups). Monohulls are faster and more responsive under sail; choose based on whether comfort or performance wins for your group.

Can a catamaran reach Mykonos from Paros?

Yes, Paros to Mykonos is 30 nm (3.5 hours by catamaran). Most 7-day Paros catamaran weeks include 1-2 nights at Mykonos with the rest split between Antiparos, Naxos, and the Small Cyclades.

Where do we board?

Most Paros catamarans board at Parikia (the main town and ferry port). Some specific yachts base in Naoussa marina, confirm at booking. Paros airport (PAS) is 20 minutes from either.

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