Why rent a catamaran in Crete?
Discover a land of character and magnificent coastal landscapes with a catamaran charter in Crete. Located in the south of Greece, between the point of the Peloponnese and the Dodecanese archipelago, Crete is the fifth island of the Mediterranean. At the crossroads of the Aegean Sea to the north, the Levantine basin to the east, the Libyan Sea to the south and the Mediterranean to the west, Crete is a land of character and magnificent landscapes along the coastline.gean Sea to the north, the Levantine Basin to the east, the Libyan Sea to the south and the Mediterranean to the west, Crete is an ideal navigation area for catamaran coastal cruises from coves to caves, in a superb natural setting.
The best places to sail in Crète
By renting a catamaran in Crete, you can tour the island to explore the most beautiful beaches. To the west, you will find the pink beachof Elafonisi and the beach of Falassarna. In the south, don't miss the fine sandy beach of Kommos, the caves of Matala and the gray sandy beach of Rodakino. On the eastern point of the Crète, choose the coves of Ambelos or the curious beach of Vaï with its palm grove and ocher-colored rocks. Crete is also home to several archaeological sites to visit during your stopover, such as Knossos dating from the Bronze Age, or the ruins of the Minoan palace of Phaestos. In the cityof Heraklion, you can learn more about the history of ancient Crete at the archaeological museum.
Useful advice for sailing in Crete
The Crete coastline has good sailing conditions throughout the year. The best time to go on your catamaran charter in Crete is from May to October, avoiding the summer months when the Meltemi is blowing strongly. In spring and fall, the southerly winds, such as the Notias, are moderate. Filovent offers bareboat yacht charters to suit your needs, so you can discover the treasures of Crete.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 940 |
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| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Chef (meals not included), Sailor, Sailor/Chef (meals not included) |
| Average price per week | $8,537 |
| Minimum weekly price | $1,706 |
| Maximum price per week | $87,572 |