Why rent a sailboat in the Dodecanese?
Treat yourself to an unforgettable vacation in Greece with a sailboat charter in the Dodecanese. This group of magical islands in the heart of the Aegean Sea offers authentic landscapes and beautiful anchorages. Located just a few miles from the Turkish coast, the Dodecanese archipelagohas been enriched throughout history by the cultural contribution of the various civilizations that have passed through it, such as the Greeks, the Venetians, the Byzantines, the Romans and the Ottomans. Let yourself be seduced by the different islands of the Dodecanese and combine relaxation with heritage on a cruise in Greece.
The best places to sail in the Dodecanese
Kalymnos, Kastelorizo, Halki, Lipsi, Nisyros, Symi.... The Dodecanese has the distinction of having islands with very different profiles and visitor profiles. The best known and most visited island is Rhodes, a medieval fortress that is home to rich cultural and heritage remains. Lovers of history and old stones will enjoy visiting the acropolis or the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights. Rent a sailboat in the Dodecanese and set off to discover the other jewels of the archipelago, such as the island of Kos, located near the Turkish coast to the north of the archipelago. The island of Karpathos, on the other hand, has remained untouched by tourism for longer, and offers you unspoiled nature and pretty villages. Astypalea is the island furthest out to sea, close to the Cyclades. You will find quiet beaches and a magnificent panorama of the Aegean Sea from its castle.
Useful advice for navigating the Dodecanese
The best time for a sailboat charter in the Dodecanese archipelago is from May to October, as for the rest of the Greek islands. You will enjoy high temperatures made pleasant by the Meltem breeze. Beware, this summer wind blows very strongly to the west of the islands, and particularly between Rhodes and Karpathos in the south, and between Samos and Ikaria in the north of the archipelago. It can make navigation particularly tricky, especially during the summer months. A good solution may be to rent your sailboat with a skipper so that you have the experience and advice of a professional navigator in the area.