Sunsail Sailing Holidays in Greece
Bases
- Sporades - Milina
- Ionian - Vounaki and Vonitsa
- Saronic Gulf - Epidavros
THE SPORADES
Known by the Greeks as “the green islands,” the waters around the Sporades in the Gulf of Volvos tend to be sheltered with idyllic sailing conditions and many protected spots to anchor safely for the night. The Sporades lie in the shimmering waters off the eastern coast of Greece where you can unwind and enjoy fine sandy beaches, pine perfumed hillsides, ancient ruins and abundant sea life.
THE IONIAN
The Ionian Sea boasts ideal wind and sailing conditions, a myriad of anchorages, quiet fishing villages and lively resorts all dotted among lush green islands. These ideal sailing conditions combined with wonderful cuisine and culture make the Ionian a superb holiday choice.
THE SARONIC GULF
Discover a mythological land dotted with ancient ruins, striking architecture, quaint waterside towns and rugged hillsides. Fly into Athens and spend a few days in this fascinating city or head straight to the town of Epidavros to begin your adventure in the Peloponnese.
WIND AND SAILING CONDITIONS
IONIAN : Prevailing winds in the south of the Ionian Sea blow from the northwest at 5 to 15 knots, occasionally up to 20 knots.The Northern Ionian can be slightly more demanding but is made easier by line of sight navigation.
SPORADES : Trade winds blow mainly from the northeast between 10 to 20 knots, with a tendency to be stronger in July and August.
SARONIC GULF: Consistent steady winds which drop in the evening. Mediterranean climate.
YOUR SAILING CHOICES
- Flotilla
- Bareboat Charter
- Skippered Charter
- Watersports Club/Beach Resort
- Club Bareboat
- Club Flotilla
WATERSPORTS BEACH RESORTS
- Vounaki
HOW TO GET THERE
IONIAN
Fly to Prevaza – Vounaki is approx. a 30 minute transfer
SPORADES
Fly to Volos or Skiathos – Transfer is approx. 2 hours
SARONIC GULF
Fly to Athens – Epidavros is approx. a 2 hour transfer
LANGUAGE
Greek
CURRENCY
Euro
RECOMMENDED READING
Greek Waters Pilot by Rod Heikell
Ionian by Rod Heikell
SEASON
May to October
BOOKINGS & MORE INFORMATION
Contact Sunsail for more details on our bases in Greece.
2010 Worldwide Brochure - Mediterranean Section (546.68 KB)
2008-09 Ionian Yacht Charter Rates (56.64 KB)
2008-09 Sporades & Saronic Gulf Yacht Charter Rates (56.58 KB)