Meganissi is a natural fit for a family charter. The island’s sheltered coves are safe for children in the water, the distances between anchorages are short enough to keep younger guests engaged rather than restless, and the pace of life ashore, village squares and waterside tavernas, is unhurried and welcoming. The family-rated charter fleet in Greece numbers around 43 yachts, spanning a wide range of sizes and types. Many carry dedicated children’s equipment as standard: water toys including inflatables, snorkelling gear, kayaks and paddleboards, and well-organised cabins designed to accommodate two children without compromising adult comfort. Crew on family charters typically includes a chef experienced in catering to varied tastes and a deck crew comfortable guiding children through watersports. Weekly charter rates for family yachts in Greece run from around 55,000 euros for a well-equipped 30 metre vessel to 350,000 euros for a flagship superyacht in July or August. Budget an additional 30 percent for provisions, fuel, berthing and gratuity. Booking in June or September typically reduces rates by 15 to 25 percent while preserving excellent swimming conditions throughout the islands. From Meganissi, a family itinerary might spend two nights at anchor in Atherinos Bay before crossing to Nidri on Lefkada for provisioning, then pushing out to Paxos for the sea caves and Antipaxos for the white sand beach at Voutoumi, consistently rated one of the finest in the Ionian.
