RHEA is a 28m (91’10”) Classic Tall Ship Sail Yacht launched in 1900 by Danish shipyard Nyborg and refitted in 2015. RHEA is available for charter throughout the aastern Mediterranean taking in the rich beauty of Greece, dining in historic ports, exploring secluded bays & lagoons with emerald water, or taking in the vibrant nightlife on any of the many famous Greek islands. Pricing is from € 15,000 per week with accommodation for up to 8 guests (and 4 crew).

Rhea is a classic tall ship one of only a handful sailing today, built in Nyborg, Denmark in 1900 she originally carried stone from quarries to sea defengutce works. A true sailing ship her first auxiliary engine was not fitted until 1922. Her owners purchased Rhea in 1989 and since that time they have undertaken a complete restoration & designed an interior to suit the needs of discerning charterers whilst maintaining her charm and glory.

Below deck, Rhea is attractively panelled throughout in pine with teak fittings and oak beams. There is a large, spacious saloon with a lounging area and a beautiful teak dining table. Rhea accommodates up to eight guests in four comfortable cabins with en suite facilities and air conditioning. For large groups a further double cabin can be made available. The aft cabin has a double and a single bed, the forward cabin has a double and the port and starboard cabins can be either doubles or twins.

Rhea’s large deck area offers ample space for sunbathing on full length deck mattresses, whilst the cushioned seating area is perfect for relaxed alfresco dining in the shade of the sun awning. The owners David and Penny have been chartering since 1982. Together with a hostess and deckhand they extend a personal welcome and a professional attention to detail to ensure warm hospitality, excellent cuisine, and a choice of itineraries and activities to suit all guests aboard.

For Summer 2022, Rhea will be based in the Ionian Sea, to explore the beautiful Greek Islands.

Available airports for embarkation are : either Corfu, Preveza , or even ( with a delivery fee) Kefalonia

COMMUNICATION

VHF base & hand held radios, Mobile phone, GPS, Echo sounder, 20 man life raft

AMENITIES

Full bar & stewardess service, On board chef, Full laundry service, Colour TV & video, CD/cassette/radio system, selection of CD’s & tapes, selection of games and books, Sun mattresses, 2 Hammocks, Generous sun awnings

LEISURE

Avon R.I.B sports dinghy with Evinrude E-Tec 50 HP outboard, Water skis, Inflatable doughnut, Wakeboard, Snorkelling equipment, Fishing tackle, Hammocks 2 x (windsurfers & canoe

CRUISING AREA(S)

Eastern Mediterranean and Ionian Sea

CHARTER COST

€10,000 per week low season

€15,000 per week June & September

€20,000 per week July & August

Rhea can be chartered by singles, couples, or exclusively as a whole ship. Please enquire for further details.