Greece is a country of more than
2000 islands and the only way to properly visit them is to sail in
Greece. Greece has almost as many yacht charter bases as it has
islands. So, if you decide to sail in Greece here are some of the
best yacht charter bases in Greece.
Kalamata
marina
This is a modern yacht charter
base which accommodates 250 yachts with a maximum length of 25
meters and 3 meters draught. All berths are equipped with
electricity and potable water. There are dry docking facilities for
about 150 boats, with a 60-ton travel lift to facilitate the
maneuvers of boats in and out of the water. The marina offers
maintenance and repair works.
The town of Kalamanta provides all
a yacht charter crew needs as it has good shops for provisions, and
plenty of bars and tabernas and is right next to the marina. This
lively town is a tourist center with good infrastructure and many
sights such as the town's castle, the church of St Apostoli, where
the Greek War of Independence against the Turks was formally
declared in 1821, the folklore museum, and the Benaki mansion are
well worth a visit. The restored railway engines at the old Station
are also worth seeing. There are several Blue Flag beaches close
by.
Lefkas
marina
Lefkas is a yacht charter base of
the Ionian Islands and one of the top yacht charter spots in
Greece. It is the fourth largest Greek island and it was named
after its white ('lefkes' in Greek means white) beaches and the
white cliffs of Cape Lefkatas. Lefkas is really a group of 24
islands of varying sizes. The main island stands out for its
stunning turquoise water and white sandy beaches, lying mainly
along the west coast. The famous beach of Kathisma is also located
on the western coast.
Lefkas town is situated on the
west bank of the canal that seperates the island from the mainland.
There are plenty of shops, tavernas and restaurants both in the
town and the marina. The island is joined to the mainland by a
floating bridge at the north end of the canal.
Gouvia
Marina
Gouvia Marina is situated about 6
kilometres from the town of Corfu. For many years it was served as
a port of call, where sailors could sail in, to repose, enjoying
the climate and the beauties of the island.
The yacht charter base offers
facilities and services of high standards. The total capacity is
1100 berths, on both permanent and floating pontoons. There are
also dry dock facilities for approximately 520 boats. Moorings are
available for boats up to 80 meters long and with 5.5 meters
draught, for short or long term periods.
There is a supermarket, a
chandlery shop as well as a diving equipment shop in the marina.
Restaurants, bars and cafes are located in the quayside. The marina
also has a swimming pool, a kindergarden, a cricket and a croquet
field that makes it a perfect starting or ending point if you
decide to sail in Greece.
Port of Patras
Marina
The yacht charter base serves up
to 450 boats. It is situated at the north of Patras and has 3 small
basins (of 3.5 metres depth), 8 permanent piers and 3 floating
piers. There is a wharf and 3 wooden floating piers (68 metres long
each), at the middle basin there are 6 wooden permanent piers
(44-45 metres long each) and at the north basin there are 2
permanent basins. The marina is protected by breakwaters 620 metres
long (towards west) and 52 metres long (towards north). All piers
have water supplies (286 in total) and electricity supplies (234 in
total). The marina has 2 ramps for the hoisting of boats. The fuel
supply is done by third parties.
Patras is the third largest city
in Greece. This busy city is a great base from which to explore the
area. The city center is about 2 kilometers away from the marina.
Patras was the Cultural Capital of Europe in 2006 and with four
museums and a theater there is much to see.
Port Fiskardo
Marina
Fiskardho is a popular Greek
sailing destination due to the fact it is a great base to explore
many small towns along the coast of Cephalonia. This quaint town is
situated about 54 northeast of kilometers Argostoli and is
surrounded by pine groves and the coastline is
breathtaking.
The town has a variety of shops
for provisions as well as excellent tavernas and restaurants. The
yacht charter base offers good shelter from whichever direction and
so anchoring, especially during the busy summer, is safe with
reportedly good holding over sand and rocks.
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