Renting a boat in Ionian islands & discovering the Greek Coasts? The Ionian Islands, strung like jewels along the west coast of Greece, are a sailor’s paradise. An alluring sailing destination with emerald waters, cliffs and charming villages with a vibrant culture. Read more information about yacht charter in the Ionian Islands on the following tabs: Ionian Islands useful information, Which period is best to sail in Ionian islands?. Get some inspiration from the Boat rental Ionian islands itineraries tab and start planning your next sailing itinerary, choose from Ionian sailing destinations, and read Ionian sailing articles.
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Small boats (under a certain horsepower or length), electric boats, crewed yacht charters and gulet charters To sail in Greece, one of the following qualifications is necessary: • ICC (International Certificate of Competence), International, with valid Navigational and VHF licenses, Prerequisites: RYA “Day Skipper Course” or complete the ICC Assessment form to prove competence from previous experience.• IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), America, Prerequisites: ASA 104 or US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course” OR: • NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License and Credentials), International, • UK – RYA Day Skipper practical, • USA – US Sailing “Bareboat Cruising Course”, ASA “104 Bareboat Cruising Course” or above, • Germany – “Sportbootführerschein See“ or above, • Belgium – Algemeen Stuurbrevet/ Brevet de conduite général, • France – LE PERMIS PLAISANCE
If you do not have a skipper license, it is also possible to rent a boat with a skipper
This is the main port of Corfu and is located in the capital city, Corfu Town (Kerkyra). It is a busy commercial port with connections to the mainland of Greece and various international destinations. Cruise ships also often dock at this port. yacht hire Corfu Lat. 39.630383145208874, Long. 19.902143077724542
Gouvia is a marina located on the east coast of Corfu, near Corfu Town. It is one of the largest marinas in Greece, catering to private yachts and boats. Lat. 39.64787081121765, Long. 19.854260228182103 rent a yacht in Corfu
This is the main port of Zakynthos, situated in the capital town of Zakynthos Town (also known as Zante Town). It is a busy port with ferry connections to the mainland of Greece and other Ionian Islands. Lat. 37.78420741224608 Long. 20.89984970937242
Located on the northeast coast of Zakynthos, Agios Nikolaos is a small port that offers boat trips and excursions to the nearby Blue Caves and Shipwreck Beach (Navagio Beach). Lat. 37.90735108451621 Long. 20.70734888207006 boat rental Zakynthos
Kefalonia, one of the largest Ionian Islands in Greece, has several ports that play a key role in connecting the island with mainland Greece and neighboring islands. yacht charter Kefalonia
Argostoli is the capital and main port of Kefalonia. The port serves as a transportation hub with ferry connections to other Ionian Islands and the mainland, including ferries from and to Kyllini on the western coast of the Peloponnese. Argostoli boat hire Lat. 38.18066186284726 Long. 20.495689741540037
Poros is a port town located on the southeastern coast of Kefalonia. Ferries operate from Poros to the neighboring island of Kythira and the mainland port of Kyllini. Lat. 38.149024427460546 Long.20.78119483015008 yacht charter Kefalonia
Lefkas is the main port on the island, offering ferry connections to the mainland and other nearby islands. Lat. 38.83079134025834 Long. 20.711346610672823 sailing from Lefkada town
Nydri, located on the east coast of Lefkada, has a port that serves boat excursions and ferries to nearby islands, including Meganisi, Ithaca, and Kefalonia. Nidri boat rental Lat. 38.70650778213564 Long. 20.711183911966476
Vasiliki, on the southern coast, is known for its windsurfing and sailing conditions. The port caters to passenger boats, ferries, and private yachts. boat rental Vasiliki Lat. 38.62761964499518 Long. 20.604479552534087 boat hire Lefkada
Patras is a major city in the northern part of the Peloponnese, and it has one of the largest and busiest ports in Greece. The port of Patras located in the suburb of Antheia, close to the city center connects the Peloponnese with Italy through ferry services, and it serves as a gateway to the Ionian Islands. Lat. 38.22718403469247 Long. 1.717576649397476
Kyllini is a coastal town in the northwestern part of the Peloponnese. It is the third-largest passenger port in Greece, with 1.5 million passengers per year. Ferries from Kyllini connect the Peloponnese with the islands of Zakynthos and Kefalonia. Lat. 37.93724537166721, Long. 21.14834322751584
Gytheio port is located in the southern Peloponnese and is well-known as a lively and charming harbor town., and it has a port that serves local maritime traffic. Lat. 36.75946131253711 Long. 22.569335520521847 yacht charter Peloponnese
Spring (April-May):
Mild and sunny with temperatures of 18-25°C, the sea warms to 18-20°C by May. The wind is predominantly northwesterly, and Maestral (light afternoon breeze) becomes more frequent in May. Strong winds are also possible at times, sometimes with moderate showers. Pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
Summer (June-August):
It is warm and sunny, on average 28-32°C, the ideal sea temperature is around 24-26°C. The wind is mostly weak and predictable, dominated by the Maestral in the afternoons, with little precipitation. Perfect for relaxed sailing. On the water, you can expect more boats and higher prices.
Autumn (September- October):
The air temperature is 22-28°C, the sea around 22-24°C. The wind can be more varied, mixed with Maestral and sometimes stronger southerly winds, and the chance of precipitation increases, especially in October. The weather is still pleasant, the crowd is smaller.
Winter (November-March):
The average air temperature is 12-18°C, the sea around 14-16°C. The wind is stronger and less predictable with storms. Not ideal for sailing unless you have experience. Few tourists and limited charter options.
The climate diagrams are based on 30 years of hourly weather model simulations. They give good indications of typical climate patterns and expected conditions (temperature, precipitation, sunshine, and wind). The “mean daily maximum” (solid red line) shows the maximum temperature of an average day for every month for Ionian Sea. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.
The wind rose for Ionian Sea shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Ionian Sea shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.
Day 1: Corfu Town – Paleokastritsa (9.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 2: Paleokastritsa – Liapades (2.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 30 minutes), Day 3: Liapades – Agios Gordios (4.3 nm – Sailing time*: about 1 hour), Day 4: Agios Gordios – Kavos (8.1 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 5: Kavos – Moraitika (5.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 1 hour), Day 6: Moraitika – Messonghi (2.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 30 minutes), Day 7: Messonghi – Corfu Town (8.1 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.
Day 1: Lefkas – Meganisi (11.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 2 hours), Day 2: Meganisi – Kalamos (14.1 nm – Sailing time*: about 2.5 hours), Day 3: Kalamos – Kastos (4.5 nm – Sailing time*: about 1 hour), Day 4: Kastos – Ithaca (Vathi) (18.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 3 hours), Day 5: Ithaca (Vathi) – Kefalonia (Fiskardo) (15.6 nm – Sailing time*: about 2.5 hours), Day 6: Kefalonia (Fiskardo) – Lefkas (Sivota) (12.1 nm – Sailing time*: about 2 hours), Day 7: Lefkas (Sivota) – Lefkas (16.6 nm – Sailing time*: about 3 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.
Day 1: Zakynthos Town – Keri (15.1 nm – Sailing time*: about 2.5 hours), Day 2: Keri – Agalas Cave (9.2 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 3: Agalas Cave – Porto Vromi (10.3 nm – Sailing time*: about 2 hours), Day 4: Porto Vromi – Agios Nikolaos (8.6 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 5: Agios Nikolaos – Poros (16.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 3 hours), Day 6: Poros – Kylini (21.6 nm – Sailing time*: about 3.5 hours), Day 7: Kylini – Zakynthos Town – Zakynthos Town (15.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 2.5 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.
Day 1: Paxos – Antipaxos (3.8 nm – Sailing time*: about 1 hour), Day 2: Antipaxos – Porto Katsiki (Lefkada) (36.2 nm – Sailing time*: about 6 hours), Day 3: Porto Katsiki (Lefkada) – Beach Megali Petra (Lefkada) (9.2 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 4: Beach Megali Petra (Lefkada) – Preveza (13.5 nm – Sailing time*: about 2.5 hours), Day 5: Preveza – Parga (23.8 nm – Sailing time*: about 4 hours), Day 6: Parga – Syvota (12.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 2 hours), Day 7: Syvota – Paxos (11.9 nm – Sailing time*: about 2 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.
Day 1: Sami – Fiskardo (13 nm – Sailing time*: about 2 hours), Day 2: Fiskardo – Argostoli (34 nm – Sailing time*: about 5.5 hours), Day 3: Argostoli – Zakynthos (31.3 nm – Sailing time*: about 5 hours), Day 4: Zakynthos – Kalamos (48.6 nm – Sailing time*: about 7.5 hours), Day 5: Kalamos – Atokos (9.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 6: Atokos – Vathy (9.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 7: Vathy – Sami (13.5 nm – Sailing time*: about 2.5 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.
