Why rent a sailboat in Corfu?
In the far north of the Ionian Islands, close to Albania, you will find the island of Corfu, a little paradise for yachtsmen setting off on a cruise in Greek waters. A sailboat charter in Corfu is a strategic point of departure for exploring the Greek islands during a vacation with family or friends. The most beautiful of the Ionian islands is home to beautiful Mediterranean landscapes, which combine abundant nature and a deep blue sea. With its beautiful sunshine, calm waters and numerous anchorages, Corfu is the ideal destination for a first experience of pleasure boating in Greece.
The best places to sail
Corfu will fulfill the expectations of nature lovers. The island is home to many local animal species, and offers beautiful hikes on Mount Pantokrator. The other side of Corfu can be discovered on its coastline: the many sandy and pebble beaches surrounded by turquoise waters offer a postcard-perfect panorama. Discover the magnificent beaches with translucent waters of Palaiokastritsa, such as Paradise Beach, or La Grotta with its hidden coves hauled in by green cliffs. Northwest Corfu offers authentic beaches surrounded by wild nature, such as Agios Stefanos beach, which seems to have been carved out of the cliffs. Take advantage of your sailboat charter in Corfu to sail in the Ionian Islands: discover Kefalonia, with its incredible landscapes that have served as the backdrop for several film productions. Also stop off at Zakynthos, where you will find Greece's first marine national park, to observe turtles and other marine species. The cultural stopover will surely be Lefkada, the only island in the archipelago to be occupied by the Ottoman Empire from 1479 onwards.
Useful tips for sailing close-hauled to Corfu
The ideal periods for a sailboat charter in Corfu are between May and June or between August and October. You will therefore be sailing in warm but bearable temperatures. In summer you will be subject to sea winds such as the Meltemi. The Ionian Islands are the easiest area to navigate in Greece. It is therefore suitable for both beginners and experienced yachtsmen. However, you can opt for a bareboat yacht charter or a skippered yacht charter, depending on your needs. Corfu offers quiet little anchorage points, which are inevitably overcrowded, as many boats are attracted by these rather calm sailing conditions in this part of Greece.