boat hire in Aegina · Fountaine Pajot — Eleuthera 60 (2007)

We have 16 years of experience in organising sailing holidays in Greece and Caribbean, having thousands of happy customers on board our boats from all over the world. Last year we were appreciated by the Guardian in 10 best sailing holidays in Europe. Zorba Cat sails the Greek islands in comfort and style, giving guests a more luxurious sailing experience. Zorba Cat is a modern Fountaine Pajot Eleuthera 60ft catamaran. She has five private Nautalins for guests, made up of two master aft ensuite Nautalins, two doubles forward ensuite Nautalins and one small double ensuite Nautalin with deck ladder entrance. All Nautalins are complete with modern push button toilets and wet room-style showers. With a generous saloon and a well-equipped galley, Zorba Cat was built with charter and guest comfort at the forefront of her design, with full air conditioning throughout. With a dropped transom, easy steps down into the water, nets to lay out on the bow, outdoor seating, and a dining area at the stern, Zorba Cat gives guests the perfect access to that crystal clear Mediterranean sea! A sailing holiday in Greece with a luxury catamaran is accessible to all ages and abilities. Her simple rig makes her a leisurely sail with winch systems and modern navigation equipment. Unlike some catamarans, she’s a great boat to sail, whether you’re an experienced sailor looking for some sunshine or a novice wanting to try something new. ROUTE 1 SARONIC ISLANDS The ultimate route in Saronic is a mix of sailing, swimming/relaxing in beautiful bays and sightseeing unbelievable must-visit ancient landmarks. On the way UNESCO heritage the best preserved ancient theater in the world); dinner in our favorite family-run Taverna where the tables are situated under the Orange trees - absolutely stunning (you can eat one growing directly above your head). In the Bay outside Epidavros we anchor next to sunken city - snorkeling from the boat over ancient town below the water on depth of 1.5-2m; next stunning Temple of Aphaia one of the ancient architectural wonders, built on the hill (also known as "pistachio island") - beautiful and unique. (possible trip to family-run pistachio plantation, where you can see how the pistachio grow and find out why there is only one male for 100 woman :) In the evening we go for dinner with live music on a typical greek instrument bouzouki - learning Zorba dance is a plan for the night! :) Hydra, jewel of the Saronic - an island with no car traffic - all the transportation is done only by donkeys; the sunset in Hydra is told to be even more beautiful than in Santorini. No wonder why this island is a place for summer houses for many film stars and singers. At the top after Long hike you can visit monks in a monastery. The architecture is absolutely amazing and one of a kind - maze of streets was built that way to protect from Pirate attacks. Getting Lost there is a very nice experience; Perdika - a small fishing village where you can find the nicest people in the world (or go fishing with a local fisherman!); the family that runs our favorite Taverna, after many years became our close friends, almost like family members. Kalotina and Notis will make sure that you will get the best service and be treated with care. Mamma is making absolutely the best moussaka in the whole of Greece! The tzatziki with homemade yogurt is a life changer :) Next our secret harbour (with one family-run taverna and no shop) that can fit only 7 boats. Very local place which is known only by those who have sailed there for many years. From there we can make a trip to a nice local winery and try some famous Peloponnese wine! Also a healing bath in volcanic waters is recommended! Poros - an Island with unforgettable views and the best grilled dorada we ever ate (and we travel a lot!). After supper at Michalis we go for a nice walk / hike up the hill to reach a small typical chapel from which you have one of the best views in Saronic! A short breathing meditation at the top will be a perfect ending of the adventurous day. On the way down to the boat, an Ice cream place - the pistachio flavour from local nuts will make you come back for it the next day! :) ROUTE 2 CYCLADES: Round cruises from Naxos are definitely our favourites! Starting and ending in Naxos - in the heart of Cyclades, enables us to explore amazing Cyclades from the first moment of the sailing holiday! Small Cyclades are the pearl of this area. We visit stunning Cycladic islands offering beautiful desert bays with crystal clear water perfect for swimming/snorkelling (colorful fish, caves and even the IIWW plane wreck), characteristic local villages, yet less known and far less touristy. On the way Iraklia (which has an amazing local charm and easy vibe), Kufonissi (with its Caribbean-like blue water), Schinoussa (truly local and greek small village) and beautiful Amorgos - with a breathtaking monastery carved in the rock (where the monks are waiting for you to climb the stairs with delicious psimeni raki and loukoumi), beautiful beach and swimming spot famous from the Le grand Bleu film and typical Cycladic Chora, a town in the mountains. If guests are up for more sailing miles, we may visit Ios and Folegandros offering one of the most scenic old towns (Choras) in Cyclades. On the way back Paros with its quieter sister Antiparos where our guests have a chance to visit and feel the real Greece with its local atmosphere. During all our trips each day we stop for swimming in beautiful bays - some of them completely wild, others with one small taverna, serving fresh fish and seafood (often taken out of the water before our eyes). For our guests we offer a possibility of jogging/yoga in the morning, exploring bays on paddle boards or kayaks and organic food on board. You can expect delicious, healthy, fresh and truly local meals (often said by the guests to be the best Taverna from the whole trip). we buy fresh products from local markets, our friend's gardens and all the rest is homemade (boat made to be precise) :) Our feta is made by Giota'a mum, olive oil comes from Panagiotis tree's and lemons and figs we pick up by ourselves. We are all well-skilled sailors so taking part in sailing maneuvers is optional for those who would like to learn and spend their holidays in an active way. We teach sailing basics, safety on board, knots, steering, mooring ect. No sailing experience is needed. Those who just wish to sunbathe and relax on deck are free to do so. Also we help with all the logistics - we can organize transport from the airport directly to the boat.