Yello Oceanis 40.1 Sailing Yacht for Charter in Greece: A Nimble Monohull for the Ionian

1. Introduction: Discover the Yello Oceanis 40.1

The Yello Oceanis 40.1 sailing yacht for charter in Greece is a 2022 Beneteau monohull based at Lefkas main port. She’s on the newer side for the fleet, compact enough to handle easily and still spacious enough for up to ten guests across four cabins.

Yello suits sailors who want the classic monohull experience — a boat that leans into a tack and tracks a straight line — without giving up modern fittings and a genuinely current build.

2. Why Charter the Yello Oceanis 40.1 in Greece?

A Modern Monohull

Built in 2022, Yello is one of the newer monohulls in the fleet, with the Oceanis 40.1’s reputation for being both easy to handle and enjoyable to actually sail.

Compact But Capacious

At under 13 metres, Yello is easier to manoeuvre into tight berths than the larger boats in the fleet, while still sleeping up to ten guests across four cabins.

Bareboat or Skippered, Your Call

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

3. About the Oceanis 40.1 and the Yello Build

The Oceanis 40.1 is one of Beneteau’s more recent designs, built to balance easy handling with genuine sailing performance — a boat that rewards a bit of trimming rather than just motoring point to point. Yello, built in 2022, carries that design into her third season with current fittings and systems throughout.

4. Yello Oceanis 40.1: Key Specifications

4.1. Technical Specifications

• Make: Oceanis 40.1
• Built: 2022
• Length Overall (LOA): 12.87 m (42 ft)
• Beam: 4.18 m
• Draft: 2.17 m — deeper than most in the fleet, worth noting for shallow anchorages
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 200 L
• Water Tank Capacity: 450 L
• Cabins: 4
• Guest Capacity: Up to 10
• Bathrooms (WC): 2
• Engine Power: 45 HP

4.2. Interior Layout and Accommodation

• Four Cabins: Four cabins with an inside shower and two electric toilets on board.
• Galley: Fully equipped, including a freezer alongside the usual fridge, oven, and stove.
• Comfort: Pillows, towels, and blankets provided as standard.

4.3. Deck Features and Onboard Amenities

• Bow Thruster: Makes tight marina manoeuvres considerably less stressful.
• Navigation: Autopilot and a cockpit-mounted GPS chartplotter handle the navigating.
• Deck Extras: Bathing platform, bimini top, and an outside shower for rinsing off after a swim.
• Entertainment: Snorkeling gear and a sound system for both above and below deck.
• Power: Solar panels and an inverter keep the essentials running between marina stops.

5. Charter Options: Bareboat and Skippered on Yello

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 Yello

Sailing out of Lefkas main port puts Yello 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 options regardless.

7. Booking Your Yello Charter

7.1. Reservation Process

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

Yello 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 Yello accommodate?

Yello sleeps up to 10 guests across 4 cabins, with 2 bathrooms on board.

Q2: Is Yello a catamaran?

No — Yello is a monohull, a Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, offering a different sailing feel to the catamarans in the fleet.

Q3: What are Yello’s key specifications?

Yello is an Oceanis 40.1 built in 2022, with a length of 12.87 m, beam of 4.18 m, draft of 2.17 m, 200 L fuel capacity, 450 L water capacity, 4 cabins, and 2 WCs, powered by a 45 HP engine.

Q4: Where is Yello based?

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

9. Conclusion

The Yello Oceanis 40.1 brings a modern, easy-handling monohull to the Ionian Catamarans fleet, well suited to sailors who want current fittings and a proper sailing feel in a compact package. Whether chartered bareboat or skippered, from her Lefkas base, Yello is ready for a week exploring the Ionian.