Why go to Greece by sailboat?
A destination with the authentic charm of the Balkans, Greece can be easily explored by sailboat with family or friends. With countless islands and islets, it offers landscapes of many contrasts, from the Ionian Sea to the Aegean Sea. Sailing from island to island, you will discover the magnificent panorama of mountainous islands such as Zakynthos and Lefkas. Another island not to be missed is Corfu, marvelous for its sumptuous monuments including the famous Achilleion palace built in honor of Empress Sissi. Between visits, you can take advantage of your sailboat charter in Greece to anchor your boat in a small cove and try your hand at snorkeling. For relaxation, you can enjoy a moment of calm on the immaculate beaches of Skiathos. In the southeast of Greece, the island of Santorini offers a breathtaking spectacle at sunset, when the horizon turns pink.
The best places to sail in Greece
You have a wide choice of sailing areas for your sailboat charter in Greece. You can sail along the coast to admire the typical white houses built on the hillsides of the Cyclades archipelago. You will enjoy exploring the various Greek archipelagos to discover the cultural and natural wealth of Greece. The Sporades islands will charm you with their numerous wild coves. Bathed in the open sea off the Turkish coast, the Dodecanese islands have a very well-preserved environment. Water-jet-powered motorized craft can drop anchor close-hauled to one of the 12 islands in the archipelago for a short excursion into the heart of lush nature. Depending on your port of call, you will find anchored boats in the middle of a magnificent bay or you will line up alongside pleasure boats moored to the pontoons.
Practical information on navigation in the area
Large cities such as Athens have several hundred berths for pleasure boats, separate from the quays dedicated to ferries and cruise ships. Greek islands generally have small ports. Maneuvering sometimes requires special skills and knowledge of the arrangements in place to facilitate traffic. Traveling in the company of a professional skipper will allow you to make the most of your trip. The climate is hot and dry in summer, with temperatures ranging from 36 to 40°C on average. To sail in Greece, plan your sailboat charter between May and June, and between August and October. This will allow you to avoid the Meltemi, a summer wind that sometimes brings rain and that mainly blows in the Aegean Sea.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 2 728 |
|---|---|
| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Chef (meals not included), Sailor, Engineer |
| Average price per week | $5,216 |
| Minimum weekly price | $718 |
| Maximum price per week | $221,519 |