Cruising Area of Anka
Accommodations
1 Master (Queen) with en-suite on main deck
2 VIP Queen on lower deck with en-suite
2 Convertible twin on lower deck with en-suite
all VIP and Convertible twin cabins are identical in size
Anka Specification
Water Sports
1 fly board
1 scooter fly board
Scuba Diving 
Entertainment
Cuisine
Anka Crew Profile
Captain
Chef
Sokratis Fani (Captain) spent over 10 years navigating all of the Mediterranean, Arabian Gulf and Pacific Ocean as a private and charter captain. He is passionate about creating an interesting and tailor made itineraries to ensure, that the guests visit the unique places during their holidays.
Sokratis is a great believer in a team work and prefers ‘lead by exampleʼ when managing his team of four. He takes care of his crew and the crew take care of the guests. From his guests to his crew, he loves making people feel happy and safe. During his free time, his favorite activity is trying new motorsports while discovering new places.
Viktoriia Shcherbakova (chef) is a highly capable and versatile professional with extensive experience in both yacht hospitality and culinary service. Trained in hotel management and gastronomy, she has consistently demonstrated excellence in stewardess and chef roles aboard luxury vessels across Europe. Viktoriia is well-versed in guest care, interior detailing, provisioning, and gourmet meal preparation for both private owners and charter guests. Her professional profile is supported by STCW certification, a valid seafarer’s book, and licenses for both cooking and tender driving. Adaptable, detail-oriented, and service-driven, she brings a refined, hands-on approach to onboard operations.
Christos Fani (Chief Officer) is an experienced and dedicated Chief Officer with a solid background in maritime operations and navigation. With progressive responsibilities onboard various vessels - including cargo ships and private yachts - he has demonstrated strong leadership, safety awareness, and team coordination. He holds multiple STCW certifications, including GMDSS, Advanced Fire Fighting, and Ship Security Officer, and is proficient in ship simulation and ECDIS systems. Christos is fluent in Greek and English, and is currently serving aboard M/Y ANKA under Diamantides Yachting. He is seeking new opportunities where he can further apply his skills and contribute to safe, efficient vessel operations.
Yuliia Kahanovich (stewardess) is a dedicated and passionate stewardess with international yachting and cruise ship experience. She has worked as a solo stewardess and deckhand on private yachts across Cyprus and Spain, as well as serving in hospitality roles on European cruise vessels. Yuliia excels in housekeeping, guest service, table setting, and food & beverage preparation, always focusing on creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere onboard. With certifications in safety, security, and ship steward duties, and fluency in English, Ukrainian, and Russian, she brings professionalism, care, and a heartfelt approach to every aspect of her work at sea.
Ahmed (crew member) was born and grew up in Egypt. He has spent over 5 years gathering experience of working as a deckhand on various vessels such as S/Y Nafsika, F/V Saint Rafael and S/Y Salone. With time spent in the eastern Mediterranean, Ahmed has a good foundation of marine knowledge. He is proving to be very professional, dedicated and hard worker, and will ensure that every guest feels safe and has the most astonishing time during their vacation. Ahmed loves the cruising life- style, and in his spare time he enjoys fishing and sailing on various size boats. He speaks in three languages Egyptian, Greek and English.
Sara Welgemoed (stewardess) is a motivated and versatile individual with a strong academic background in Social Sciences, focusing on Psychology and Religion, and currently expanding her knowledge in Medical Neuroscience. She has diverse work experience, including roles in education, tutoring, childcare, hospitality, and promotional events. Sara is certified in various maritime safety and deckhand courses, and has experience sailing. She is known for her professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills, thriving in dynamic, social environments.
Anka Calendar
Anka does currently not provide a calendar or bookings list. Please inquire for more information.
Anka Rates / week
The prices shown are for the entire yacht for a week-long (7 nights) charter.Low price: €90,000
High price: €95,000
The high and low prices of this yacht depend on both the number of guests and the traveling season. Send us an inquiry for exact pricing.
Yacht terms: Plus Expenses
The price includes a professional crew operating your chartered yacht, but all running expenses such as fuel, tax, provisions and any other costs are extra. Calculate between 15-25% for a sailing yacht and 25-35% for a motor yacht on top of the given rate with an APA cash payment made to the ships agent or captain, who will keep an open tap and produce full accounts of all expenditures. Unused APA money will be refunded. Inquire for more information.
ADDITIONAL RATE DETAILS
Weekly charter rate in high season (June 15 till September 15): 95,000€ plus VAT plus APA 35%
Weekly charter rate in low season (September 16 till June 14): 90,000€ plus VAT plus APA 35%
Depending on yacht’s location relevant VAT applies
Greek VAT 6.5% currently
Italian VAT 22% currently
Anka Guest Reviews
GUESTS COMMENTS
-----SEASON 2024------
Dear Anka Crew
Thank you so much for an unforgettable yacht vacation!
The food was amazing and the hostesses were truely brilliant!
The captain took us to the best places and the boys looked after all our needs when we wanted to use the watertoys.
We will definitely be booking charters on this yacht for this season next!
Thank you from all of us at Sailstration Yachting!
John Treacy
Danielle Renshaw
Zelda Strydom
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8th July – 18th July 2024
Dear Anka crew,
Thank you for the wonderful past few days.
First of all thank you to the captain for showing us the most beautiful places in Greece. We are very impressed by the beautiful nature and without you we would never have been able to find these places ourselves.
We would also like to thank Dennis for maintaining our tummy.
We are not going to get off the boat with a summer body.
The food was delicious, even though communication wasn’t our strongest side.
Thank you to Ahmed and Alessandro for exploring with us to find the most beautiful caves of Antipaxos. You guys have a lot of patience to wait until we had a perfect Instagram picture. We would also like to thank you for preparing the water toys every day.
This is secretly the best part of the holiday
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To the Anka Captain and crew,
We had a magical trip cruising through the Greek islands. Everyone was amazing, and we couldn’t imagine how our experience could’ve been any better! We are so grateful for the extraordinary service and care. Thank you so much.
– Gary, Angela, Max, and Taylor
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Dear Anka Crew,
Thank you for making our trip unforgettable. Thanks Captain, Julia, Annastasia, Dennis, Alessandra and Ahmed for your kindness, willingness and warmth.
Hope next year see you again.
Inigo, Noelia, Nicolas, Pato, Mauro, Guliana, Maxi.
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Dear Anka Crew,
In the last week we had an amazing experience.
You were all so kind and respectful you made as feel at home.
Thank you very much for the best experience .
Hopefully we come back very soon!
Kass Family ❤️
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We loved every memory we spent on this yacht, special thank you to all the crew to the amazing and wonderful experience we spent with you.
You made our experience very nice and special!
I hope we can see you again!
Best Wishes,
Al Osaimi Family
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Finally, we would like to thank Anna and Olga for always seeing us with a big smile.
You are perfect hostess and can’t ask anything wrong for you.
We will never forget Anna’s laugh
Overall, you were a very pleasant crew to sail with and we will never forget this holiday!
We’ll have another shot of that!
& Take care of the donkeys
We wish you the best,
Erik, Judith, Pieter, Sander, Virginie, Amber, Luca and Amelie.
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-----SEASON 2023------
We are from Russia! 5 days on wonderful boat among stunning views!
The team did everything to make my family comfortable!
The Captain found crazy places to swim!
Girls and sailors fulfilled all our wishes!
We especially note the Chef who also embodied our tastes!
Thank you very much!
Andrew, Kirill, Evgenie, Alexsander.
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Saying “thank you” isn’t enough to show how much we’re grateful for the amazing and incredible moments we’ve had this last week on board Anka.
You were all extremely attentive and helpful, as well as very polite to all our family.
The food was great and the table setting was always so beautifully prepared, making every meal really special!
We loved the napkin rings and the decoration objects!
We’ll keep these amazing days forever in our hearts and would repeat it all again if we could.
Hopefully we’ll meet you all again!
Wish you all the best and let’s keep in touch!
With our warmest wishes.
Kalim Family
Andre, Marina, Camila, Ernanda, Marcelo.
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Thank you for making our vacation the best!
We enjoyed the delicious food, service and getting to know you all.
I never expected to meet such great people and you all will definitely be in our thoughts. Hopefully we meet again!
Best of luck in you adventures!
Love,
Jamie + Daniel
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Dear Crew,
I had a very fun time on Anka.
I had a fun time doing all stuff.
Thank you for keeping us safe, I enjoyed every part.
I and everyone else will miss this boat.
Love
Laula.
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Dear Crew,
I had a fantastic time on Anka.
I will miss all of you. Thank you captain for taking us to the nice villages on the little boat.
And all the food the chef it was so good that I was so full.
Thank you for all you did I had a fun trip.
Love Milma
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Dear Crew,
Thank you very much for keeping us happy and safe, also well fed and made to feel special. You were all kind and very professional.
I will always remember this wonderful vacation and have fond memories of our super fun crew. I wish you all the best in your future charters trips and wherever life takes you in years to come! Anastasia and Julia, I will be thinking of you both as I pray for your country to be at peace.
May God bless Ukraine and your families.
A big thank you to Captain Fani, Dionysios, Alessandro and Ahmed for doing your best to make our trip special in every way!
Sincerely,
Sandy Cook.
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A big thank you for a memorably vacation!
I appreciate you taking such great care of my girls. I never expected to meet people in another country I would feel comfortable enough to leave them with.
I enjoyed the food, water sports and travelling on the boat.
I feel very lucky to have this experience on a beautiful boat with the best crew.
Love,
Jamie Grielo
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To my special “friends”
There are NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE the experience my family and I felt during our family vacation with you! From the cheery “hello” in the morning to have a “goodnight” in the evening. I’m sure you realized how great our meals were because we always choose to have them here on board instead of a restaurant.
A special “thank you” for caring so much about my granddaughters and treating them like “Queens”! They will always remember those special moments.
The table setting were fantastic! Well now about the sports? What a thrill for me. I look back at the pictures and can’t believe it is me in the pictures!
It is with a heavy hart but great memories that I say “goodbye”.
Hopefully we will meet again someday!
May your future be happy and bright!
Love,
Cathy - Michael.