Thank you for your interest in our yacht chartering services. Albatross is an American corporation, which charters private sailboats, motor sailers, and motor yachts and operates scheduled flotillas and group charters in Greece and Turkey. Our staff and affiliate companies, in the US, Greece and Turkey, are all experienced, highly trained yachting and cruising experts with detail knowledge of the boats, and sailing areas we charter to give you the absolute, best charter vacation. From your initial inquiry to final debarkation, no detail will be overlooked. Just sit back and let us help you plan what will prove to be your best sailing vacation ever, fulfilling a long awaited fantasy of exploration, fun, and excitement; sailing beautiful waters of Greece & Turkey.

  The difference you will find between Albatross and other charter companies is the attention we give to your specific charter requirements and take the time to arrange all aspects of your vacation. We plan your charter around your desires and not only to a standard package of our choosing. Albatross has the finest boats in its charter fleet as attested to by our record of satisfied past charter clients who become our repeat charterers and recommend Albatross to their friends and yacht clubs' members.
All charter sailboats are not the same once they leave the boat builder's yard. The difference is the annual care and maintenance given to each boat, and how they are inspected and repaired between Charters during the
busy season.

  Another difference you will find chartering with Albatross is that there are no hidden costs for your charter. We will give you the total cost of your charter which includes everything. No added fees, taxes, or extras that you find about later. When you compare charter companies' prices, ask for the detail breakdown of all costs.

  Because of Albatross' extensive network of bases, boats, and support facilities, we encourage you to consider One Way Charters ( in Greece, with no drop off fees, as boats are available; in Turkey it depends upon the boat). This is the best type of charter since you don't have to plan a circular itinerary and limit the number of islands you can visit. Just sail off and pick the islands you want to visit along the way. We will take care of the boat arrangements. We will also make or assist in arrangements for the return trip to Athens or beyond.

  An American Company, Albatross Private Yacht Chartering Club has been chartering yachts in the Aegean since 1982 when the company was founded. Albatross is a private yacht chartering club reserved for those who are sailors and those who wish to sample the beauty of the sailing life aboard our quality yachts. Our goal is to bring together those special, tranquil and exciting aspects of sailing with the many faceted beauty of the Greek and Turkish Waters and Islands; their splendor, charm, serenity, archeological and cultural diversity, and above all, the friendliness of the people who have inherited the spirit of sailing from their ancient mariner ancestors. We are regularly listed in many sailing publications and travel magazines , including Cruising World Magazine's Cruising Directory of Selected Charter Companies. To be listed, a charter company must maintain the highest standards of chartering.

  Albatross affiliates are members of the Greek Yacht Brokers & Consultants Assoc., approved by the National Tourist Organization of Greece.

  When you charter with Albatross, be totally assured that all details of your trip will be taken care of in a professional manner by our experienced staff both in the United States, Greece, and Turkey. We offer full travel services, taking the time to help you plan the best possible sailing charter including air transportation, and transfers, land tours, and hotel accommodations.

  Numerous articles about Albatross have been written by many of the sailing and chartering publications, travel magazine, national and local new papers, and freelance writers. We often have articles written by our valued past charter clients who want to share their experiences chartering with Albatross and take the time to write to various magazines' editorial departments. These endorsements, are our most important since it comes from those who have chartered with us and who have had the sailing experience of a lifetime with Albatross.

  In Greece, with over 200 boats in our fleet for which we are exclusive managers or brokers, we encourage our charterers to plan One-Way Charters. You can begin your charter from any of our 4 Marina bases of Athens (Alimos Marina ), Athens (Port of Lavrion ), Paros, and Rhodes. Also, if you plan to travel around Greece before starting your charter, we will make every effort to satisfy special requirements to deliver your yacht to a specific island.

  In Turkey, we have base operations in Marmaris and Bodrum with some boats available from Gocek and Fethiye. One - Way Charters can also be arranged for sailing the Turkish waters. A Drop-off fee for One way charters may be charged depending upon the boat.

  Sailboats 31' to 61' "Bareboat" or with an English speaking skipper and/or cook. These boats are available in our bases throughout Greece and Turkey. They are built and designed by some of the best boat builders in the world . Our fleet of boats includes Jeanneau, Beneteau, Kirie Feelings, Bavaria, Atlantic, Dehler, Van De Stadt, Swan, Catalina, and others. Your budget, and space needs will guide us to recommend the boat best suited for your sailing vacation. Apart from all the services a charter company offers, their purpose is to provide quality, well maintained boats; clean, equipped with all necessary safety equipment, provisioned and delivered as promised. Albatross' fleet of managed and brokered yachts are selected for their quality and performance. The yachts are regularly inspected by our skippers, mechanics and management staff. The Greek Ministry of Marine also performs annual inspections before it issues permits through the Greek National Tourist Organization. All of the yachts are insured.

  Luxury fully Crewed Power and Sailing Yachts...GREECE & TURKEY from 65 to 190 feet, which can accommodate from 2 to 50 guests. Emphasis is on luxury ! These yachts have a permanent crew of captain, cook, first mate, (or more depending upon the boat's size and needs), and offer the very best in service. In Turkey, we also have a number of the traditional wood hull sailing vessels called GULETS, which were once used for distant voyages or fishing in the Aegean. These gulets are newly constructed, or have been re-constructed and modernized to offer the present day sailing amenities and facilities while still offering an old world charm and spacious accommodations.

  Flotilla Chartering - An Albatross Flotilla Charter is unlike any other. Our flotillas blend a variety of interests and sailing adventure. We plan flotilla charters to appeal to those who have not previously chartered in Greece or Turkey and yet want to experience the sail of a lifetime. Flotillas are also inviting to those sailors who do not yet feel comfortable sailing their own charter because of their limited sailing experience or because they know they will see the best of the area if the trip is planned by the specialist of the region.

  There is so much to see as you sail the Greek and Turkish islands and coastal regions. For this reason, we ALSO offer One-Way Flotillas so you can sail through history, see the incredible sights and witness the changes in the people, architecture, and customs, dances and traditional dress of each island as you sail away from the Athens and your departing port. You, like all our past flotilla charterers, will be awed with your charter in Greece or Turkey. So, enjoy your charter with old or new friends, family or your sailing club buddies. Albatross 1998 Flotillas are listed separately on our Flotilla Charter Page and offer the very best sailing itineraries imaginable -- bar none !! Each flotilla offers the opportunity to meet other sailors from the US & Canada, as well as other parts of the world. As part of the flotilla , you will find unlimited photo opportunities, delve into the delicacies of the Greek and Turkish cuisine, find opportunities to improve your sailing skills, and to relax & enjoy the company of new & old friends. Most flotillas prices include airfare, hotels, yacht (with skipper optional), hotels, tours, welcome and farewell dinners, barbecue and parties, and more. see details for each flotilla.

  If you want to get a glimpse of what it is like to sail in the Aegean, send a check for $30.00 & $3.00 postage. We will return the $30.00 when you return the video or credit it towards your charter with us.