Forkys Oceanis 51.1 Sailing Yacht for Charter in Greece: The Newest and Largest Monohull in the Fleet

1. Introduction: Discover the Forkys Oceanis 51.1

The Forkys Oceanis 51.1 sailing yacht for charter in Greece is based at Lefkas main port and, at nearly 16 metres, is both the newest and the largest monohull in the Ionian Catamarans fleet. Built in 2023, she carries six cabins and sleeps up to twelve guests, with a 110 HP engine that’s considerably more muscular than anything else among the fleet’s monohulls.

Forkys also breaks from monohull convention with air conditioning and a generator on board — comforts usually reserved for the catamarans — making her a genuine hybrid of classic sailing feel and modern amenity.

2. Why Charter the Forkys Oceanis 51.1 in Greece?

The Newest Monohull in the Fleet

Built in 2023, Forkys is the most recently built monohull Ionian Catamarans offers, with current fittings and systems throughout.

Air Conditioning on a Monohull

Between the air conditioning and the onboard generator, Forkys offers a level of climate comfort that most sailing monohulls simply don’t provide — a genuine point of difference for guests who want classic sailing without giving up creature comforts.

Room for the Full Group

Six cabins and space for twelve guests make Forkys the largest-capacity monohull in the fleet, well suited to a full group charter.

Bareboat or Skippered, Your Call

Confident sailors can take Forkys 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 Forkys means booking through IONIAN CATAMARANS, operating charter bases across Lefkas, Corfu, Palairos, and Athens since 2000.

3. About the Oceanis 51.1 and the Forkys Build

The Oceanis 51.1 is one of Beneteau’s flagship cruising monohulls, designed to bring genuine yacht-level comfort to a sailing platform. Forkys, built in 2023, is a recent addition to the fleet and one of the more premium options among the monohulls, combining scale, power, and modern systems in a single package.

4. Forkys Oceanis 51.1: Key Specifications

4.1. Technical Specifications

• Make: Oceanis 51.1 – 5 + 1 cab.
• Built: 2023
• Length Overall (LOA): 15.94 m (52 ft)
• Beam: 4.8 m
• Draft: 2.36 m — the deepest draft in the fleet, worth factoring into anchorage choices
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 200 L
• Water Tank Capacity: 500 L
• Cabins: 6
• Guest Capacity: Up to 12
• Bathrooms (WC): 3
• Engine Power: 110 HP

4.2. Interior Layout and Accommodation

• Six Cabins: Six cabins across a 5+1 configuration, with a convertible salon table adding flexibility.
• Bathrooms: Three electric toilets on board, well ahead of most monohulls in the fleet.
• Galley: Fully equipped with oven, stove, fridge, and sink.

4.3. Deck Features and Onboard Amenities

• Climate Comfort: Air conditioning and an onboard generator, unusual for a monohull and genuinely welcome in peak summer.
• Bow Thruster: Makes tight marina manoeuvres easier on a boat this size.
• Navigation: Autopilot, dual GPS chartplotters, and a radar reflector for confident open-water sailing.
• Deck Extras: Teak-finished cockpit, bathing platform, and an outside shower for rinsing off after a swim.
• Entertainment: Sound system with both indoor and outdoor speakers.
• Power: Solar panels and an inverter supplement the generator between marina stops.

5. Charter Options: Bareboat and Skippered on Forkys

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 larger groups who’d rather holiday than helm a boat this size.

6. Exploring the Ionian Islands Aboard Forkys

Sailing out of Lefkas main port puts Forkys 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, but the well-charted Ionian gives plenty of alternatives.

7. Booking Your Forkys Charter

7.1. Reservation Process

• Visit the Listing: Check dates and specifications on the Forkys 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

Forkys is based at Lefkas main port. Charters run Saturday to Saturday, with a full safety and operational briefing on arrival.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many guests can Forkys accommodate?

Forkys sleeps up to 12 guests across 6 cabins, with 3 bathrooms on board.

Q2: Does Forkys have air conditioning?

Yes — Forkys has air conditioning and an onboard generator, which is unusual among monohulls in the fleet.

Q3: What are Forkys’s key specifications?

Forkys is an Oceanis 51.1 built in 2023, with a length of 15.94 m, beam of 4.8 m, draft of 2.36 m, 200 L fuel capacity, 500 L water capacity, 6 cabins, and 3 WCs, powered by a 110 HP engine.

Q4: Where is Forkys based?

Forkys is based at Lefkas main port, a convenient starting point for the Ionian Islands.

9. Conclusion

The Forkys Oceanis 51.1 is the newest and largest monohull in the Ionian Catamarans fleet, bringing air conditioning and genuine scale to a classic sailing platform. Whether chartered bareboat or skippered, from her Lefkas base, Forkys is ready for a week exploring the Ionian in comfort.