Family in Lefkada
Family Yacht Charter Lefkada
The Ionian's gentlest charter week. Children safe on deck, grandparents happy in the shade, parents on holiday.
Last updated June 2026
Why Lefkada is the family-charter capital of Greek waters
Best suited for
- Multi-generational charters with grandparents and grandchildren
- Families with children 3-15 wanting an Ionian-friendly first charter
- Two-family weeks consolidating two households on one yacht
- Wedding anniversary weeks for parents with adult children joining
- Charters where any guest has mobility considerations
When to book
Late June through early September is the family window — school holidays align across Northern Europe, water is warm, anchorages are open. Early July is the sweet spot: temperatures comfortable, density lower than August peak. Late August into early September for families with older children who can extend past school start.
George's insider notes
- Brief the chef on each child's likes by name 3-4 weeks before charter. Lunch becomes the children's favourite meal by day three.
- Ithaca's Kioni harbour for at least one evening. The taverna scene is the most family-friendly in the Ionian.
- Kefalonia's Antisamos beach (the Mamma Mia 2 location) for the children's photography day.
- Hire a local guide for a half-day inland excursion (Kefalonia's caves, Lefkada's mountain villages). Builds variety into the week.
- Plan one beach-day and one village-evening for every two boat-only days. Children's attention spans benefit from the cadence.
Frequently asked
About family yacht charter lefkada
How much does a family yacht charter from Lefkada cost?
Weekly rates for a 6-8 person family yacht start €30K (60-foot crewed catamaran) and run to €120K (35-metre motor yacht). Most family weeks settle €45-€85K base before APA and Greek VAT. Per family member, that's typically €5,500-€11,000 for a 7-night charter.
Is the Ionian safe for children swimming from the boat?
Yes — Ionian anchorages are the safest in Greek waters. Sheltered, shallow approaches, low boat traffic in summer. The crew on family-experienced yachts always supervise children's water activities and brief on safety on day one.
How many cabins do we need for a family of 8?
Minimum 4 cabins. Recommended 5. A 60-foot catamaran (4-cabin) works for tight families; a 75-foot catamaran (5-cabin) gives a 'quiet cabin' for grandparents. For 10+ family members, a 25-metre motor yacht (5-6 cabins) is the right scale.
Can teenagers do watersports on the charter?
Yes — most charter yachts above 25 metres carry paddleboards, kayaks, snorkel kits, and many have wakeboards or jet skis. Brief us on teen interests at booking; we'll match a yacht with strong watersports crew.
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