Yacht charter Greece

Popular sailing regions in Greece

When deciding to rent a yacht in Greece, we have four seas to choose from: Mediterranean, Aegean, Cretan and Ionian. However, this is not the end: it is also worth remembering that it is a typically island country, and thus - very heterogeneous. There you can find both bustling, fashionable resorts and villages forgotten by civilization, where life has been going on a beat for centuries. All this is embellished with unique nature, monuments that arouse admiration and a unique southern style, visible both in the construction, as well as in the way of being and the local cuisine.

How to choose something for yourself in this multitude of options? Which destinations are worth betting on when deciding to spend your holidays on a yacht in Greece? It is best to use the advice of experienced sailors who know the local waters and their attractions. In their opinion, what are particularly interesting and recommended places are:

• Cyclades - 220 islands with charming towns, beaches and windmills,
• Attica - a historical land in the east and its most important city: Athens,
• The Ionian Islands, where Greek and Italian influences intertwine,
• Peloponnese with its amazing monuments,
• Crete - the largest of the Greek islands.

Yacht rental in Greece without a skipper - qualifications required

Greek waters are much more interesting and more diverse in terms of difficulty than, for example, Croatian. This gives much more fun to sailing, but also requires a bit more skill and entails the need to familiarize yourself with local conditions.

It is worth bearing in mind that for independent yacht charter in Greece, you need at least a yacht helmsman's license. In addition, local regulations require that there is also a so-called co-skipper. It is a person with any sailing experience and declaring that if necessary he will bring the boat to the port. A crew member acting as a co-skipper does not need to have any license.

Yacht charter with skipper in Greece

People who do not have a license can opt for a yacht charter with a skipper. This is the simplest solution for everyone who dreams of a sailing holiday and visiting several Greek islands during one holiday.

Hiring a skipper is very easy - just select the appropriate option on the list of optional extras during the initial booking. In Greece, the offer of this type of service is relatively wide, so their prices are quite affordable. When calculating the costs, it is worth remembering that the person acting as a skipper does not contribute to the yacht cash desk and must be provided with food during the cruise.

Yacht charter in Greece - recommended locations