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Why Go On a sailing adventure in Greece?

Sailing in Greece can be one of the greatest experiences of one’s lifetime. The country is seen by many as a  ‘paradise’ with beautiful sunshine and ever so clear blue skies. It has over 8,000 miles of beautiful coastline, but what makes Greece so special can be found within its 2,000 + islands. With so many starting points for exploration, the island groupings can be visited with adventurous itineraries made to offer sailing experiences unique to each sea and each island group.

Visiting tourists can explore inhabited and uninhabited islands, with picturesque beaches, ancient ruins, secluded bays, quaint historic towns and different anchorages. There are hundreds of reasons that make Greece the perfect holiday and sailing destination, so take a look at some of the reasons below.

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What are some popular sailing routes

Cyclades

With over 200 islands to discover, visiting the Cyclades is ideal for those looking for adventure, with island hopping being easy and line of sight navigation at its best

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Sporades

Distinguishable for their mountainous landscapes, deep blue seas and lush vegetation, the Sporades islands are located in the northwest of the Aegean.

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Ionian Islands

With a clear line of sight for navigation and exhilarating sailing conditions, your Ionian yacht charter will be one always to remember.

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Dodecanese

The southeastern Aegean Sea is what covers the Dodecanese island chain, which is an ideal location for those in the mood for an exhilarating sailing experience.

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Saronic

Saronic offers mixed sailing conditions throughout the year as the Meltemi winds blow in during the summer while May and October offer calm, relaxed sailing.

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Cyclades

With over 200 islands to discover, visiting the Cyclades is ideal for those looking for adventure, with island hopping being easy and line of sight navigation at its best. With the routes providing a rewarding sailing experience. The island of Mykonos is an extremely well famous and preferred destination, especially with celebrities due to their enticingly cobbled streets and colourful houses. Tourists can also relax on the fine golden sands found on the beautiful beaches of Paros.

Moreover, no Cyclades yacht charter would be complete without a visit to the island of Santorini, with its gorgeous blue domes and beautiful whitewashed walls. It’s the perfect place for a honeymoon and the most fabulous conclusion to your Greek sailing experience.

Sporades

Distinguishable for their mountainous landscapes, deep blue seas and lush vegetation, the Sporades islands are located in the northwest of the Aegean, and a sailing holiday there is a great choice for exploration. A popular location for budding historians and sunbathers, Skiathos is the most popular of the Sporades Islands and home to a number of picturesque beaches, perfect for relaxing on and swimming in the beautiful seas.

What’s more, is that if you’re the nightlife kind of person then Skiathos is the island for you, and the multiple moorings available are perfectly located for you to hop ashore and enjoy it to the max. Moreover, once you’re inland, tourists can visit the medieval monasteries on Mount Athos. If you’re lucky, you may catch a glimpse of the Mediterranean monk seal, who is famously indigenous to the island.

Ionian Islands

Located on the western coast of Greece, the Ionian Islands are comprised of 12 distinct islands and are a popular destination for tourists looking for fascinating history, tranquil beaches, traditional Greek cuisine and fantastic sailing conditions. With a clear line of sight for navigation and exhilarating sailing conditions, your Ionian yacht charter will be one always to remember. The largest of the Ionian Islands, Corfu, most especially, is very popular and for very good reason as there are magnificent pieces of architecture dating back to the Byzantine era. You can also dive into the Agní Reef, where you’ll come face to face with the eerie 40ft Agni shipwreck while gazing at fireworms dancing majestically through the colourful coral reef.

Another popular tourist destination is the island of Ithaca where Odysseus completed his legendary journey. In terms of cuisine, you can always try the popular Greek dish, kleftiko, which is essentially slow cooked lamb with garlic and lemon. Moreover, you can head to Paxos and Antipaxos where you’ll find old fashioned Greek charm and traditional restaurants located in idyllic settings and serving the tastiest feta salads ever.

Dodecanese

The southeastern Aegean Sea is what covers the Dodecanese island chain, which is an ideal location for those in the mood for an exhilarating sailing experience. In addition to popular resorts such as Rhodes and Kos, visiting here will allow you to find some of the lesser-known gems that are poised within this stunning region.

For instance, the island of Symi is a welcoming location for those looking for colourful scenery surrounded by quaint hidden coves, as you moor for the day and enjoy some traditional Symi shrimp. Additionally, the white walls of Chora are an incredible place for those looking to spend some time in a traditional Greek setting on the island of Patmos. Moreover, a visit to the serene island of Tilos offers a wonderful and inviting combination of historical architecture and relaxing beaches.

Saronic

The Saronic region is based along the eastern coast of the Peloponnese. It offers mixed sailing conditions throughout the year as the Meltemi winds blow in during the summer while May and October offer calm, relaxed sailing. From Athens, tourists can visit the ancient ruin ashore, which allows you to experience greek life in all its glory through the famous Acropolis. There are also a multitude of sheltered harbours to enjoy and the scenery as you sail along the coast is breath-taking. Also, if you love food, then you can take a trip to the island of Aegina where you’ll be spoilt for choice at one of the delicious eateries with mouth-watering local delights.

Picking a boat type

Picking out the type of boat to go with will generally come down to your budget, the group size, and preferred method of sailing. Moreover, different sailboats available can be chartered independently or with a fully-staffed crew.

Find your yacht
Sailboat
2-12 people
The most popular boat which is an except choice for active travellers and couples. They offer the classic sailing experience and tend to vary in size from 30-64 feet.
Starting from 1000 EUR pw
Catamaran
2-12 people
This offers a more smooth sailing experience compared to the normal sailboat and are the perfect choice for bigger groups or families. The sizes often range from 38-70 feet, with the average being around 42 ft.
Starting from 3500 EUR pw
Gulet
8-20 people
These boats are usually perfect for larger groups. Most of these have six cabins and come with three / four crewmembers. The ship sizes tend to range between 60-100 ft.
Starting from 4000 EUR pw
Motor yacht
2 – 12 people
Motor yachts have from 1 one to up to five cabins depending on their size and tend to range from 30-100 ft.
Starting from 3000 EUR pw
Sailboat
2-12 people
Starting from 1000 EUR pw
The most popular boat which is an except choice for active travellers and couples. They offer the classic sailing experience and tend to vary in size from 30-64 feet.
Catamaran
2-12 people
Starting from 3500 EUR pw
This offers a more smooth sailing experience compared to the normal sailboat and are the perfect choice for bigger groups or families. The sizes often range from 38-70 feet, with the average being around 42 ft.
Gulet
8-20 people
Starting from 4000 EUR pw
These boats are usually perfect for larger groups. Most of these have six cabins and come with three / four crewmembers. The ship sizes tend to range between 60-100 ft.
Motor yacht
2 – 12 people
Starting from 3000 EUR pw
Motor yachts have from 1 one to up to five cabins depending on their size and tend to range from 30-100 ft.
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Sailing season and climate

Greece enjoys a Mediterranean climate of hot, dry summers and cool,  rainy winters. Summer temperatures range on average from 26 to 30°C in the coastal region. High Season months are considered to be July and August and charter costs are highest in this period. Mid Season months are May, June, September and October when charter prices are lower and the weather is still very nice and warm but a bit windier.

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Requirements for bareboat charter

If you are an already qualified sailor, you can acquire a yacht charter in Greece without need for a skipper. For motorboats that move up to 30hp, a licence isn’t necessary. But keep in mind that even if you are qualified, it may be better to have a seasoned skipper on board who is well familiar with the surrounding area and shallow waters and reefs in the local Greek islands. However, if you still think you don’t need a skipper, you need to have a relevant qualification, and you should be aware that harbour authorities in Greece no longer accept national equivalent to International Certificate of Competence (ICC), they only accept ICC. But, all national permissions can be easily converted to ICC.

Licenses issued outside Europe, such as American license ASA 104, are not accepted, but those kinds of licenses can also be converted to ICC. Moreover, some Greek port authorities require two ICC licenses – one for a skipper and the crew member. Also, unlike Croatia, you don’t need a VHF Radio Certificate in Greece. This also applies to most Mediterranean countries.

Otherwise we can provide you with a local professional skipper and other crew members like hostess and chef to take care of you and make your sailing holidays to remember.