Acrux Bavaria Cruiser 45 Sailing Yacht for Charter in Greece: A Well-Equipped Monohull from Lefkas

1. Introduction: Discover the Acrux Bavaria Cruiser 45

The Acrux Bavaria Cruiser 45 sailing yacht for charter in Greece is based in Lefkas at Lygia Marina and, at 14.27 metres, ranks among the larger monohulls in the Ionian Catamarans fleet. Built in 2012, she pairs a spacious four-cabin layout with a genuinely well-stocked equipment list — right down to a coffee machine and toaster, for guests who consider a proper breakfast non-negotiable.

Four cabins sleep up to ten guests, with three bathrooms on board — one more than most monohulls her size tend to offer.

2. Why Charter the Acrux Bavaria Cruiser 45 in Greece?

Genuinely Well-Equipped

Acrux carries more standard equipment than most monohulls in the fleet — AIS, a SAT phone, full navigation instruments, and a galley kitted out for more than just the basics.

Three Bathrooms, Not Two

With three WCs across four cabins, Acrux avoids the usual morning queue that comes with most monohulls of her size.

Bareboat or Skippered, Your Call

Confident sailors can take Acrux out bareboat, while those who’d rather leave the navigating to someone else can charter her with a skipper instead.

Backed by Ionian Catamarans

Chartering Acrux means booking through IONIAN CATAMARANS, operating charter bases across Lefkas, Corfu, Palairos, and Athens since 2000.

3. About the Bavaria Cruiser 45 and the Acrux Build

The Bavaria Cruiser 45 is a roomy, dependable cruising monohull, designed with comfortable long-distance sailing in mind rather than outright performance. Acrux, built in 2012, has had over a decade of Ionian seasons to prove that a well-maintained older boat can still deliver a thoroughly comfortable charter.

4. Acrux Bavaria Cruiser 45: Key Specifications

4.1. Technical Specifications

• Make: Bavaria Cruiser 45 – 4 cab.
• Built: 2012
• Length Overall (LOA): 14.27 m (47 ft)
• Beam: 4.35 m
• Draft: 2.1 m
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 300 L
• Water Tank Capacity: 450 L
• Cabins: 4
• Guest Capacity: Up to 10
• Bathrooms (WC): 3
• Engine Power: 55 HP

4.2. Interior Layout and Accommodation

• Four Cabins: Four cabins with an electric toilet among the three heads on board.
• Galley: Oven, hot plate, fridge, freezer, coffee machine, and toaster — a genuinely complete galley.
• Comfort: Hot water throughout, no cold-shower surprises.

4.3. Deck Features and Onboard Amenities

• Bow Thruster: Makes tight marina manoeuvres easier on a boat this size.
• Navigation: AIS, wind instrument, autopilot, binoculars, and nautical charts for proper offshore navigation.
• Dinghy: A dinghy with its own outboard engine, for reaching shore without swimming for it.
• Deck Extras: Sun tent, cockpit table, and outside shower for comfortable time on deck.
• Safety: SAT phone, VHF radio, and inflatable lifejackets alongside the standard safety kit.
• Power: Two sets of solar panels keep the electrics topped up between marina stops.

5. Charter Options: Bareboat and Skippered on Acrux

5.1. Bareboat Charter: Freedom on the Water

Bareboat charter requires at least one crew member to hold a recognised sailing qualification (ICC, ASA, or RYA Day Skipper, for instance), with a co-skipper recommended. In return, you get full control over the itinerary, anchorages, and pace.

5.2. Skippered Charter: Someone Else Handles the Ropes

A professional skipper takes care of navigation and safety, and can point you toward the coves and tavernas that don’t show up on the usual searches. A sensible option for first-time charterers or anyone who’d rather holiday than helm.

6. Exploring the Ionian Islands Aboard Acrux

Sailing out of Lefkas puts Acrux within easy reach of Meganisi, Kalamos, and Kastos for sheltered anchorages, and further afield to Kefalonia and Ithaca for a longer run. Her deeper draft is worth factoring into anchorage choices, though the well-charted Ionian gives plenty of options regardless.

7. Booking Your Acrux Charter

7.1. Reservation Process

• Visit the Listing: Check dates and specifications on the Acrux listing at Ionian Catamarans.
• Get in Touch: Contact the charter team with your dates, guest count, and bareboat or skippered preference.
• Secure the Booking: Confirm your booking directly with the Ionian Catamarans charter team.

7.2. Embarkation

Acrux is based in Lefkas at Lygia Marina. Charters run Saturday to Saturday, with a full safety and operational briefing on arrival.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many guests can Acrux accommodate?

Acrux sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 cabins, with 3 bathrooms on board.

Q2: Is Acrux a catamaran?

No — Acrux is a monohull, a Bavaria Cruiser 45, offering a different sailing feel to the catamarans in the fleet.

Q3: What are Acrux’s key specifications?

Acrux is a Bavaria Cruiser 45 built in 2012, with a length of 14.27 m, beam of 4.35 m, draft of 2.1 m, 300 L fuel capacity, 450 L water capacity, 4 cabins, and 3 WCs, powered by a 55 HP engine.

Q4: Where is Acrux based?

Acrux is based in Lefkas at Lygia Marina, a convenient starting point for the Ionian Islands.

9. Conclusion

The Acrux Bavaria Cruiser 45 brings a genuinely well-equipped, three-bathroom monohull to the Ionian Catamarans fleet, well suited to groups who want the comforts sorted alongside the sailing. Whether chartered bareboat or skippered, from her Lefkas base, Acrux is ready for a week exploring the Ionian.