Why rent a sailboat in Crete?
Part of Greece since 1913, Crete is the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean, between the Aegean Sea to the north, the Levantine Basin to the east, the Libyan Sea to the south and the Mediterranean to the west. A sailboat charter in Crete will take you to discover magnificent beaches, jagged cliffs, green hills and snow-capped mountains. With its caves and coves, the island of Crete allows you to enjoy the pleasures of sailing in an amazing natural setting.
The best places to sail in Crete
Your sailboat charter in Crete will be an opportunity to discover the beautiful golden beaches of the island of Candia. We recommend the pink beachof Elafonisi on the west coast of Crete, or the beach of Falassarna a little further north. In the south of the island, don't miss the fine sandy beach of Kommos, and visit the archaeological site of the same name. But if you only visit one, don't miss the impressive Bronze Age architectural complex of Knossos, located close to the cityof Heraklion. Also on the southern coast of Crete, the Matala caves and the gray sand beach of Rodakino are also worth visiting during your cruise.
Useful tips for sailing in Crete
While the best time of year for your sailboat charter in Crete is from May to October, sailing in Crete is pleasant and sunny all year round. However, you will need to be vigilant of the violent summer wind, the Meltem, which can blow up to force 5/6 during the months of July and August. In spring and fall, southerly winds such as the notias are dominant and moderate. You can opt for a bareboat yacht charter with Filovent to make the most of a sailing cruise in Crete.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 2 826 |
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| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess, Chef (meals not included), Sailor, Engineer |
| Average price per week | $5,583 |
| Minimum weekly price | $787 |
| Maximum price per week | $210,974 |