Yacht charter in Greece
Thousands of islands, a long season and a cruising area for every style: from the calm Ionian Sea to the windy Cyclades. We find the right yacht for your week and stay with you until you step aboard.
How to charter in Greece
Catamaran with skipper
Stable and spacious, even when the wind picks up. With a skipper, a catamaran is the relaxed choice for families and groups.
Skipper a sailing yacht yourself
With a recognised boating licence and a radio certificate you can rent a sailing yacht without crew. The Ionian Sea is particularly well suited.
Motor yacht with crew
With a motor yacht and crew you link several Cycladic islands in a week, regardless of the wind.
Cruising areas in Greece
Ionian Sea
Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Kefalonia and Ithaca: green islands, short distances and mostly gentle wind. Good for a first cruise.
Cyclades
Mykonos, Paros, Naxos and Milos: white villages and clear water. In high summer the Meltemi often blows hard, so the area suits experienced sailors or a crewed yacht.
Saronic Gulf from Athens
Aegina, Poros and Hydra are close to Athens. Ideal for shorter cruises and as a start from the marinas near Athens.
Dodecanese
Rhodes, Kos and Symi near the Turkish coast: fewer crowds, a lot of history and a long season.
Best time for a yacht charter in Greece
The season runs from May to October, often longer in the south. May, June and September are pleasantly warm and quieter. July and August are high season, when the Meltemi blows in the Aegean. If you prefer it calmer, choose the Ionian Sea at that time.
Yachts for Greece
For Greece we source the yacht for your week from vetted charter fleets and owners on site, from catamarans to crewed motor yachts.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a yacht charter in Greece cost?
It depends on size, season and services. Charter yachts in Greece pay a cruising tax (TEPAI), and crewed yachts add the advance provisioning allowance. We list every item in the offer.
Which cruising area suits me?
For a first cruise and for families, the Ionian Sea. If you want to see many islands and like wind, choose the Cyclades, ideally with a skipper or crew.
Do I need a boating licence?
If you skipper yourself you need a recognised boating licence and a radio certificate, plus an experienced second crew member. With a skipper or crew you need no licence.
Enquire about a yacht charter in Greece
Tell us your dates, guests and budget. We send you suitable yachts and get back to you personally.