Why rent a catamaran in the Cyclades?
A true postcard setting awaits you in the Cyclades, with its beautiful beaches, white houses lined up along rocky cliffs, topped with characteristic azure blue domes. A catamaran charter in the Cyclades will allow you to sail peacefully in the Aegean Sea and to coast through the many islands that make up this archipelago, 24 of which remain uninhabited. Located between the Dodecanese and the Gulf of Athens, the Cyclades offer you the most beautiful landscapes for sailing in Greek waters.
The best places to sail in the Cyclades
Your cruise in the Cyclades will inevitably take you to Mykonos, the most popular and well-known island in the archipelago. Mainly famous for its nightclubs and lively evenings, you can also see the famous windmills and whitewashed houses that have made the archipelago famous. A catamaran charter in the Cyclades will allow you to discover the island of Santorini, with its beautiful white sandy beaches and mountainous terrain, or the island of Paros with its picturesque villages and magnificent coves. Naxos, the largest island in the Cyclades, is a perfect anchorage for shelter from the wind and for visiting archaeological sites such as the Temple of Apollo. Don't miss the chance to take a break in the wildernessof Amaros, the island famous for the filming of the movie The Big Blue.
Useful advice for sailing in the Cyclades
The stability of the catamaran is ideal for sailing in the Cyclades area, which is particularly subject to the Meltem wind. This summer wind can blow in gusts of between 35 and 50 knots during the months of July and August. The best months for a catamaran charter in the Cyclades are between May and October. The temperatures will be warm and the sailing pleasant. A good solution may be to rent your boat with a skipper so that you have the experience and advice of a professional in this area where sailing can sometimes be challenging.