Renting a boat in Sporades & discovering the Greek Coasts? Thanks to the unique location of the Sporades, there are countless natural wonders. The marinas offer the safest mooring and protection. They are situated in the immediate vicinity of beautiful Mediterranean landscapes, historical and cultural sites. These treasures are just a few hours apart. This is an unmissable destination for sailors who are seeking variety and adventure.
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Small boats (under a certain horsepower or length), electric boats, crewed yacht charters and gulet chartersTo 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
You can find this port in the northwestern part of Skopelos, in the town of Loutraki. They accommodate boats with a length of up to 60 metres and a draught of up to 4 metres. They do not offer a wide variety of services, but we will still have the opportunity to replenish our water supplies and buy groceries.
350 boats are allowed in the marina near the capital of Skiathos, with a maximum length of 65 metres and a draught of 10 metres. The marina offers full service – sailors will find everything they might need here including a boat service, fuel, Wi-Fi as well as water and groceries. Skiathos sailing, yacht charter Skiathos
This tiny marina can be found on the eastern side of Skopelos, in the city which bears the same name. The accommodated boats with a maximum length of 60 metres and a draught of 6 metres. They have all the basic services; they provide water, boat service and fuel, and they also have restaurants. Skopelos sailing, rent a boat Skopelos
The small marina welcomes tourists in the town of Linaria, on the island of Skyros. They accommodate boats with a length of up to 60 metres and a draught of up to 4 metres. Their services include maintenance, water supply, markets, bars and restaurants.
The southern port of Alonnisos can accommodate boats up to 60 metres in length and with a maximum draft of 6 metres. The port is well-equipped for its size. There are water supply, boat maintenance services and security services. If you get hungry or want to replenish your supplies, you can buy everything you need in restaurants, bars and shops.
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Spring (March-May):
Spring is the time of rebirth of nature in the Sporades islands, ideal for calm sailing. From April onwards, pleasantly warm weather awaits, with temperatures between 15-22°C. The winds are usually gentle and the sea is smooth, making it the perfect time for calm sailing. The islands are covered in green at this time, making sailing around them a particularly magical experience.
Summer (June – August):
In summer, the Sporades become a true Mediterranean paradise. Temperatures range between 25-35°C, the sun shines almost constantly, and the sea water warms up pleasantly. The “Meltemi” winds from the north provide a refreshing breeze and create excellent sailing conditions. The sea is usually calm at this time, but in July and August, the more popular ports can be more crowded.
Autumn (September – November):
In autumn, the Sporades show their quieter, more peaceful side. In September and early October, the weather is still pleasantly warm (20-28°C), and the sea water remains invitingly warm. The islands are much calmer at this time, with fewer boats and tourists. The autumn months are particularly favorable for those who want peaceful sailing adventures. By November, the weather becomes more changeable, with storms more frequent.
Winter (December – February):
The winter months are less ideal for sailing. Temperatures drop to between 8-15°C, rain is common, winds increase, and the sea is often rough. It can be a special challenge for experienced sailors, but in general, winter is more of a relaxing time than a sailing season in the Sporades.
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 Sporades. Likewise, the “mean daily minimum” (solid blue line) shows the average minimum temperature.
The wind rose for Sporades shows how many hours per year the wind blows from the indicated direction. The diagram for Sporades shows the days per month, during which the wind reaches a certain speed.
Day 1: Skiathos – Loutraki (Skopelos) (5.8 nm – Sailing time*: about 1 hour), Day 2: Loutraki (Skopelos) – Patitiri (Alonissos) (17.2 nm – Sailing time*: about 3 hours), Day 3: Patitiri (Alonissos) – Linaria (Skyros) (36.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 6 hours), Day 4: Linaria (Skyros) – Skyros (Skyros) (22.5 nm – Sailing time*: about 3.5 hours), Day 5: Skyros (Skyros) – Kira Panagia (36.5 nm – Sailing time*: about 6 hours), Day 6: Kira Panagia – Kalamakia (Alonissos) (9.5 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 7: Kalamakia (Alonissos) – Skopelos (Skopelos) – Skiathos (26.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 4.5 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.Skiathos sailing
Day 1: Skopelos (Skopelos) – Patitiri (Alonnisos) (7.2 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 2: Patitiri (Alonnisos) – Peristera – Kalamakia (Alonnisos) (8.7 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 3: Kalamakia (Alonnisos) – Kira Panagia (9.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 1.5 hours), Day 4: Kira Panagia – Skiathos (29.1 nm – Sailing time*: about 4.5 hours), Day 5: Skiathos – Ag. Kiriaki (Trikeri) (21.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 3.5 hours), Day 6: Ag. Kiriaki (Trikeri) – Palaio Trikeri – Chorto (11.5 nm – Sailing time*: about 2 hours), Day 7: Chorto – Kato Gatzea- Volos (17.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 3 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.Skopelos sailing
Day 2: Trikeri Island – Skiathos (19.4 nm – Sailing time*: about 3 hours), Day 3: Skiathos – Skopelos (15.1 nm – Sailing time*: about 2.5 hours), Day 4: Skopelos – Monastery of Kira Panagia (23.8 nm – Sailing time*: about 4 hours), Day 5: Kira Panagia – Rodaki Beach (40 nm – Sailing time*: about 6.5 hours), Day 6: Rodaki Beach – Nies Beach (24.8 nm – Sailing time*: about 4 hours)
* – an average 43 ft sailing yacht, with average weather conditions, sails around 6-7 knots per hour.Day 7 Day 2 Nies Beach – Volos 14.0 nm – closing, back to city life, with a last delicious dinner at the port.
