Lefkas Sailing Itinerary

Lefkada Marina

Your unforgettable flotilla holiday begins on mythical Lefkas—an island central to Greek mythology, in particular to Homer’s Odyssey. Lefkas is known for its water sports, with windsurfing, kite surfing and paragliding especially popular in the region, while the ancient Venetian fortress of Agia Mavra is always worth a visit. A free night where you can head for dinner, we can recommend restaurants for you.

*We will do our utmost to accommodate all the listed stops. However, please be aware that routes may change due to weather conditions or availability.

Mooring

Lazy line in Lefkas Marina

Things to do

Water sports, Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Lefkada

Lefkas’ famous watersports

Head to Milos beach on the western shores of Lefkas for strong winds and high waves perfect for kitesurfing.

Sivota – Lefkada

Leaving Lefkas Town behind and sailing down the length of the island towards Sivota. There are lots of bays to stop for a swim along the way. You will sail past Skorpios, originally owned by Aristotle Onassis and can anchor in the bay to the south where he built a beach hut jor his 2nd wife Jackie kennedy. Tonight is a group meal.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time
• 17 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Lazy line on the tavernas pontoon

Things to do

Shopping,Exploring. Tonight is our first group meal.

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars

Discover Sivota

A vibrant, charming, lively, picturesque village. It gets especially busy on weekends, with yachts arriving daily onto the pontoons. This influx brings a wave of visitors/sailors, making for a lively atmosphere. There are many fantastic restaurants to choose from, all offering delicious food.

Fiskardo – Kefalonia

Head to the celebrated island of Kefalonia. Enjoy a few miles of exciting open water sailing as you make for one of Greece’s most famous islands, best known for Captain Corelli, olive oil and ancient history. The port of Fiscardo is a traditional Grecian island village with a history stretching back thousands of years. Today Fiscardo is home to many fine restaurants and tavernas where you can while away a quiet afternoon with your new friends.

The day’s sailing

• 2 Hr Sailing time
• 11 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Long Line ashore, built as a raft

Things to do

Sunbathing, snorkelling, swimming, exploring, shopping

Facilities

WiFi in bars, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Fiskardo

Fiskardo’s charm lies in its ability to offer a mix of relaxation, exploration, and adventure. Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or just soaking up the sun, Fiskardo has something to offer every visitor. Visit the Roman Cemetery archaeological site near the harbour, includes ancient graves and sarcophagi dating back to the Romans. There is a dive centre for guided trips. Several walkable beaches or swim off the back of the boat. Explore venetian architecture as its one of the few places on the island that wasn’t destroyed in the 1953 earthquake and a short walk from teh village is the remains of an old venetain lighthouse and the newer one built by the British in the 19th century. Lunch at Foki bay

Agia Eufemia – Kefalonia

Nestled on the stunning island of Kefalonia, Agia Eufemia is a charming coastal village that beckons sailors with its picturesque beauty and inviting waters. As you approach this serene destination, you’ll be greeted by the emerald hues of the Ionian Sea and the striking backdrop of lush, rolling hills. The waters around Agia Eufemia are generally calm, but always check the local weather forecast before setting sail. The prevailing winds in the region are typically light to moderate, making for pleasant sailing conditions. Be mindful of the occasional strong gusts, especially during the summer months.

The day’s sailing

• 2.5 Hr Sailing time
• 15 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Stern or Bows to with anchor on town quay/Mooring fees payabale and elec and water available

Things to do

Watersports, Exploring, hiking, beaches, shopping, restaurants

Facilities

Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car rental, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Ice, Gift Shop, ATM

Discover Kefalonia

Discover Drogarti caves
Found inland, boasting impressive stalactites and acoustics, plus occasionally used for concerts.

Explore Melissani caves
Get there by boat (they take you in on a fishing boat), to the famous underground lake with crystal blue waters.

Suggested lunch spots
Several beautiful bays on the kefalonia coast line all the way down to Agia Aufemia

Free sail- Kefalonia

Today is your day to shine. Put your sailing skills to the test and gain confidence on the water with your free sailing day. Set out for the secluded bays and harbours dotted around the Ionian, stopping at sleepy fishing villages along the way or simply relaxing. It’s entirely up to you. No matter what you choose, your lead crew is available to give you top tips and the latest weather reports.

Things to do

Watersports, Kayaking, Exploring

Vathi – Meganissi

Vathi is the main port of Meganisi, a small island located just E of Lefkada. Filled with fishing boats and sail boats, known for its picturesque and natural surroundings. The harbour is the heart of the village and the waterfront is lined with tavernas, cafes and shops. Enjoy some superb local greek cuisine.

Mooring

Anchor on a town quay or you can pay to use the marina, this option gives you a lazy line and shorepower and marina facilities

Things to do

Hiking, Exploring, swimming bays close by

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars, Fuel

Discover Vathi

Vathi’s sunken plane
Discover the mysterious sunken plane wreck located at the bottom of the shallow harbour, best viewed from shore in the early morning.

Suggested lunch spots
Head east from Lefkas harbour for the bays fanari, abelike and athani.

Lefkada Marina- Day 7

This night will be our final evening and the lead boat will organise either dinner or drinks ashore where prizes will be given out related to the weeks activities. We head back to the base to return your yacht, along the way enjoy the beautiful sail and scenery. Try your hand at one of Lefkas’ popular water sports. The flyfish hydroplane is an adrenaline rush, allowing you to skip off the surface of the water like a stone. If you’d rather enjoy a quieter, more Zen-like climax to your flotilla holiday, then hiking Lefkas’ wooded hills or enjoying a shot of ouzo in a quiet taverna is the perfect way to spend your last day in the Ionian.

Mooring

Lazy line in Marina

Things to do

Water sports, Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Lefkas

Begin your flotilla holiday in the traditional Greek village of Lefkas. Enveloped by the emerald Ionian, Lefkas is draped in miles of heavenly beaches famous throughout the Greek Isles. Meet the rest of your flotilla companions and explore the narrow alleys of Lefkas or head for the beaches along the west coast. From sweeping arcs of uninterrupted sand to remote, white stone shores, beaches in every shape and size await.

*We will do our utmost to accommodate all the listed stops. However, please be aware that routes may change due to weather conditions or availability.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Water sports, Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Lefkas

Kitesurfing
Head for spectacular Milos beach on the western shores of Lefkas. This unspoiled beach is blessed by strong winds and high waves that are perfect for the adrenaline rush of kitesurfing.

Lefkas to Vathi, Meganisi

Follow the breakwater out of Lefkas marina, past the tiny islet of Forti and into the Ionian Sea. The first leg of your flotilla journey takes you south along the length of Lefkas Island to tiny, green Meganisi, believed to be a part of Odysseus’ Kingdom in Homeric mythology. The town of Vathi is home to one of the world’s largest natural harbours and represents a beautiful spot to moor for the night. Hike the forested hills around Vathi for spectacular views across the Ionian Sea or get to know your new flotilla friends better in a local tavernas while watching one of Greece’s beautiful sunsets.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time
• 12 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Hiking, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars, Fuel

Discover Vathi

Vathi’s sunken plane
Snorkel the mysterious sunken plane wreck located at the bottom of the shallow harbour.

Suggested lunch spots
Head east from Lefkas harbour for the wide bay of Porto Varco. Here you can sit on the broad and beautiful white sand beach and enjoy a leisurely lunch with your toes in the ocean.

Vathi, Meganisi to Sivota

Sail towards Sivota. There are lots of bays to stop for a swim along the way. You will sail past Skorpios, originally owned by Aristotle Onassis and can anchor in the bay to the south where he built a beach hut for his 2nd wife Jackie Kennedy.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time
• 12 Nautical miles

Mooring

Lazy line on the tavernas pontoon

Things to do

Shopping, Exploring. Tonight is our first group meal.

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars

Discover Sivota

A vibrant, charming, lively, picturesque village. It gets especially busy on weekends, with yachts arriving daily onto the pontoons. This influx brings a wave of visitors/sailors, making for a lively atmosphere. There are many fantastic restaurants to choose from, all offering delicious food.

Fiscardo, Kefalonia

Sail towards the celebrated island of Kefalonia. Enjoy a few miles of exciting open water sailing as you make for one of Greece’s most famous islands, best known for Captain Corelli, olive oil and ancient history. The port of Fiscardo is a traditional Grecian island village with a history stretching back thousands of years. Today Fiscardo is home to many fine restaurants and tavernas where you can while away a quiet afternoon with your new friends.

The day’s sailing

• 2 Hr Sailing time
• 11 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Anchor and Longline to shore, normally we build a raft of the boats together

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Watersports, Kayaking, Exploring

Facilities

Water, WiFi, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Dicover Fiscardo

Museum and Ancient ruins

Free sailing day – Lefkas

Now that you’ve had time to familiarise yourself with your yacht and gain confidence on the water, a free sailing day is your chance to explore the Ionian at your leisure and seek your own personal adventures independently or in small groups. From Fiscardo, the numerous bays, beaches, coves and inlets of sleepy Kefalonia are yours to explore, while a short hop across the Ionian will take you to Ithaca, said to be the birthplace of Odysseus. Beyond Ithaca, tiny, uninhabited Arkoudi and Atokos are great fun to explore. If you’re unsure what to do with your free sailing day, your lead crew will be on hand with top recommendations and the latest weather reports to ensure you make the most of your free time.

Things to do

Watersports, Kayaking, Exploring

Palairos

Head towards the mainland town of Paleros. Paleros is a great spot to catch the local flavour of the Ionian Isles, offering summertime puppet shows, theatrical performances and traditional Greek dancing in the town square.

Dine on freshly caught octopus, bream and bass with your flotilla companions at one of the many waterfront tavernas.

The day’s sailing

• 2.5 Hr Sailing time
• 12 Nautical miles

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas or free swing at anchor

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Watersports, Snorkeling, Exploring, Hiking, Sunbathing, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars, Fuel, Laundry

Immerse yourself in the Palairos culture

Suggested lunch spots

Anchor in Varko Bay to enjoy swimming in the warm, clear Ionian. This sheltered bay is the perfect place to stop for your first lunch anchorage of the week.

Lefkas

Make your way back to our Lefkas base. Back in Lefkas once more, your final day is a chance to take in any Ionian highlights you may have missed so far, or simply chill out and soak up the atmosphere. Try your hand at one of Lefkas’ popular water sports. The flyfish hydroplane is an adrenaline rush, allowing you to skip off the surface of the water like a stone. If you’d rather enjoy a quieter, more Zen-like climax to your flotilla holiday, then hiking Lefkas’ wooded hills or enjoying a shot of ouzo in a quiet taverna is the perfect way to spend your last day in the Ionian.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time
• 12 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Watersports, Kayaking, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Lefkas, Lefkas

Your Greek bareboat charter holiday begins at our base in Lefkas marina. Get to know the yacht that will be your constant companion as you sail the sparkling Ionian Sea, and take the time to provision your boat with everything you need for a weeklong adventure. Make the most of your time in Lefkas and explore this traditional village of bright terracotta roofs and whitewashed stone.

The day’s sailing

• 0 Hr Sailing time

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.

Lefkada to Prevesa

Sail north from Lefkas’ marina through the narrow channel that separates the island from mainland Greece. Pass beneath the road bridge that connects Lefkas with the mainland and head out into the Ionian Sea. You’re sailing to Prevesa, a picturesque Grecian town set on a peninsula reaching into the Ambracian Gulf. Prevesa is a historical and cultural hotspot filled with palaces, castles and museums, while the gulf offers excellent swimming and sunbathing.

The day’s sailing

• 1-2 Hr Sailing time
• 10 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Prevesa to Parga

Let the gentle winds of the Ionian Sea carry you north along the coast to idyllic Parga. With the islands of Paxos and Antipaxos to your port side and the many beaches of Greece’s western shores to your starboard, the day’s sailing is especially picturesque. At Parga you’ll find a flawless Ionian jewel, with a quiet harbour surrounded by traditional Mediterranean homes and framed by fragrant pine-clad mountains. Lounge on one of Pargas’ many beaches or explore the town, where the slow pace of everyday life gives way to a lively world of busy tavernas each evening.

The day’s sailing

• 6 Hr Sailing time
• 29 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Parga to Sivota Mourtos

Follow the gentle curve of Greece’s craggy, mountainous coastline northwest from Parga. Watch the Sivota Islands grow larger in the distance as the Ionian slips away beneath your keel. These scenic islets are crowned with lush vegetation, providing sheltered and picturesque anchorage for visiting yachts. Drop anchor to swim and snorkel the islands’ glassy blue waters, or moor in the town marina to explore the warren of streets beyond.

The day’s sailing

• 2 Hr Sailing time
• 15 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Sivota Mourtos to Lakka, Paxos

Enjoy an exciting 12-mile stretch of blue water sailing as you cruise from the Sivota Islands to distant Paxos. Paxos is an island known for its beautiful beaches and fine wine, making it a true island paradise. You’re calling at the sparkling port of Lakka on Paxos’ north coast. Here you’ll discover a turquoise harbour capped by a picturesque town of pastel-hued Mediterranean homes. Linger here to soak up the timeless island atmosphere over a seafood meal and a glass of ouzo in a local taverna.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time
• 12 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Gaios to Lefkada

The final day of your Lefkas bareboat adventure is all about sailing. From Paxos it’s a seven-hour shot of exciting blue water sailing as you make your way across the Ionian to distant Lefkas. Enjoy the sensation of open water cruising in the calm, gentle conditions of this Grecian paradise.

The day’s sailing

• 7 Hr Sailing time
• 36 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Lefkas

Your unforgettable flotilla holiday begins on mythical Lefkas—an island central to Greek mythology, in particular to Homer’s Odyssey. Lefkas is known for its water sports, with windsurfing, kite surfing and paragliding especially popular in the region, while the ancient Venetian fortress of Agia Mavra is always worth a visit.

*We will do our utmost to accommodate all the listed stops. However, please be aware that routes may change due to weather conditions or availability.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Watersports, Kayaking, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Lefkas to Paleros

You’ll begin you Meganisi adventure with a 12nm passage across to the mainland town of Paleros. Paleros is a great spot to catch the local flavour of the Ionian Isles, offering summertime puppet shows, theatrical performances and traditional Greek dancing in the town square. Enjoy the traditional flotilla punch party and dine on freshly caught octopus, bream and bass with your flotilla companions at one of the many waterfront tavernas.

The day’s sailing

• 2.5 Hr Sailing time
• 12 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Watersports, Snorkelling, Exploring, Hiking, Sunbathing, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars, Fuel, Laundry

Immerse yourself in the Paleros culture

Suggested lunch spots
Anchor in Varko Bay to enjoy swimming in the warm, clear Ionian. This sheltered bay is the perfect place to stop for your first lunch anchorage of the week.

Paleros to Kalamos

Today you’ll enjoy a stretch of coastal line-of-sight sailing from Paleros down to the town and eponymous island of Kalamos. The port is a lovely place to moor, scattered with shops, traditional tavernas, and Greek bars dotted along the harbor and beachfront.

The day’s sailing

• 2.5 Hr Sailing time
• 13 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Watersports, Snorkelling, Exploring, Shopping, Sunbathing, Swimming

Facilities

Water, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars, Fuel

Discover Kalamos Town

Ancient ruins and spectacular views

Take the walk up from the harbour to the ruins of the monastery for fantastic views over the Ionian towards mainland Greece.

 

Suggested lunch spots
Drop anchor in one of the many coves dotted along the north end of Kalamos Island and enjoy swimming in the deep turquoise waters, followed by lunch on deck. Remember to keep your eyes peeled for dolphins.

Kalamos Town to Vathi, Ithaca

Turn due south out of Kalamos Town, and take on the longest leg of the week, a 20nm reach to Vathi, on the famous island of Ithaca, home to Odysseus. Continue down the coast until you reach a narrow waist 200m across. Navigate through the narrow entrance into the Kolpos Molou Bay, which shelters the little town of Vathi, the capital of Ithaca. Moor up and revel in this center of Greek archaeology, folklore, and culture.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time
• 15 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or Marinas

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Exploring, Shopping, Swimming, Snorkelling, Sunbathing

Facilities

Water, Trash, Restaurants, Fuel

Discover Vathi

Suggested lunch spots
Take your pick of one of the abundance of quiet bays and beaches along Ithaca’s east coast. Drop anchor at your chosen spot and dive in for a cooling dip.

Free Sailing Maganisi

Today is your day to shine. Put your sailing skills to the test and gain confidence on the water with your free sailing day. Set out for the secluded bays and harbours dotted around the Ionian, stopping at sleepy fishing villages along the way or simply relaxing. It’s entirely up to you. No matter what you choose, your lead crew is available to give you top tips and the latest weather reports.

The day’s sailing

• 0 Hr Sailing time

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Port Athens, Meganisi

After your last free sailing day, the flotilla meets up once more for another evening on shore. Make for the eastern coast of beautiful Meganisi, spread like a many-fingered hand over the flawless blue counterpane of the Ionian Sea. Sail into deep and sheltered Port Athene, where you’ll find a cluster of traditional Mediterranean houses crowding around the picturesque harbor. Enjoy traditional Greek dancing and delicious seafood in the local taverna with your flotilla companions.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

*Mooring fees not included.

Things to do

Watersports, Snorkelling, Exploring, Swimming

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry

Discover Port Athene

Katomeri Village
Take the half hour jaunt inland to the traditional Ionian village of Katomeri and explore the gift shops, tavernas, bars and cafés dotted amidst stone houses colourfully decorated with flowers.

Port Athens, Maganisi to Lefkas

Finish your Meganisi flotilla holiday back in Lefkas, where you have one last chance to enjoy drinks and dinner with your flotilla sailing companions at one of the town’s many restaurants. You might even have time to explore the town’s charming boutiques and jewelry galleries or take a pleasant walk to the Faneromeni monastery for picturesque views over the sea and salt marshes.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for the area.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Watersports, Sunbathing, Snorkelling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Lefkas

Suggested lunch spots
Stop off at the densely forested Sparti island. Very scarcely populated, this is the ideal place to kick back, relax, and enjoy a leisurely lunch before heading up the Lefkas Canal on your final afternoon.