Our Base: Kos Island
Sailing tips & trips
Sailing trips and tips
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Greek islands constitute an ideal destination for sailing from Spring to Autumn, while each of the islands in the Aegean Sea have something special to offer for any taste. Whether you look for a cosmopolitan tour or opt for more relaxing and lonely sailing itinerary, we are here to advise you with our local knowledge in preparing your sailing routes that will better deserve your wishes.
If you are sailing for the first time in Greece, take a look at our list of trips for a successful sailing experience in the Greek islands.
Tips for a successful sailing experience in Greece
Dream of and plan in advance your sailing holidays! We are here to assist you in every step. It is why we actually meet our customers online to discuss their wishes and to guide them via Skype, especially if they are sailing for the first time in Greece.
- Pack lightly because summers in Greece are hot, however nights could be chilly, especially if you are on a deck. We will send you a ‘must have’ list for your baggage before your trip. Remember that luggage space on a yacht is relatively limited and avoid hard suitcases.
- Don’t worry about provisions: you will find everything you need on the spot. Moreover, our team can take care of that before your arrival, at your request.
- Don’t worry about the boat’s ‘secrets’: a comprehensive handover will be done on the spot and we will be delighted to answer to any other question you may have.
- Make a broad plan for your trip while keeping flexibility: you will always discover spots that deserve a longer stay, or rock-islands and coves that merit a deviation!
- Be prepared not wanting return back home at the end of your sailing vacation !
Dodecanese
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Sailing in the Dodecanese
Probably with the ideal sailing conditions among all Greek seas, the Dodecanese are the perfect choice if you look for diversity and for a real Eastern flavour, very different from that of mainland Greece. The name Dodecanese literally means Dodeka- twelve, nisia- islands. Each of the island have their own cultural identity, history and natural beauty worth exploring.
Rhodes
The island of Rhodes is famous for its beautiful Medieval Town (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and its rich history throughout ages (seat of the Knights for two centuries before their move to Malta). Being the capital of the Dodecanese, the island is quite developed. You will find all the touristic facilities and attractions you need there. The Acropolis of Lindos (a natural citadel founded by Greeks in the 10th century BC and occupied successively by Romans, Byzantines, the Knights and Ottomans) is worth a visit also because of the beautiful landscape and the very picturesque nearby village. Beare in mind that as a world-famous destination in Greece, Rhodes can be quite crowded in the summer.
Symi
This little charming island was once famous for its shipbuilding and sponge diving activities. Symi Town is known for its colourful neoclassical architecture. You will love strolling around the narrow streets and spotting church domes while sipping on a Greek coffee at a local kafenio. Around the island you will discover beautiful and unspoiled coves and beaches with deep-blue and blue-green waters inviting you for endless swimming and snorkelling.
Patmos
Patmos is probably the most beautiful island in the Dodecanese. Mostly known for its Monastery and the Cave of the Apocalypse where it is believed that the Apostle John had the vision and wrote the Book of Revelations. The historical capital of the island, Chora, just below the Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Besides the spiritual significance, the island’s natural beauty with numerous coves and islets nearby, constitutes a highlight in Greece that can better be explored with a sail boat.
Kos
The island of Kos is where Hippocrates, the father of Medicine, was born. The tree where it is believed he once taught under, the Hippocrates Plane Tree, still stands in the Kos Town. Modern delights are the order of the day although you will find Italian architecture in Kos Town and Greek-Roman ruins elsewhere on the island. The island has an outstanding variety of beaches, from very organised ones with vibrant beach-bars to almost unspoiled ones.
Kalymnos
Very close to the island of Kos, but extremely different in many ways, Kalymnos is a small island with a laid-back atmosphere, not a favourite spot for mass tourism. It emerged recently however as a top destination for climbing adventurers due to its impressive cliffs offering a fantastic view on the Aegean Sea. You will find a variety of beaches and coves, as well as welcoming locals.
