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THE DODECANESE ISLANDS

Yacht Charter in the Dodecanese Islands

Discover the Dodecanese – made up of 32 islands they are the perfect place for a classically Greek island sailing experience. The Islands lie in the south east of the Aegean, offshore from mainland Turkey. It is commonly referred to as the Turquoise Coast with blue skies, beautiful warm and clear waters and magical views. The winds can be spectacular for those who dream of sailing the Greek islands providing an exhilarating ride across the Mediterranean Sea.

You can start your yacht charter in the Dodecanese on the striking islands of Rhodes or Kos. The largest and most well known in Dodecanese with their almost exotic climate, long summers, stunning beaches, and rich, colourful culture and beauty. Some of the prettiest and most unspoiled islands can be found if you venture along the archipelago and explore the smaller islands by yacht. With limestone cliffs in Kalymnos, beautiful mansions and a picturesque harbour in Symi, Nisyros with it’s dramatic landscapes best viewed from the sea the Dodecanese offers a rich and varied sailing adventure surrounded by stunning blue water at every turn contrasting against the white rocks to create the most magical views.

The Greek islands bask under endless sunshine from April to the end of October. Arguably the best of the weather is in the Dodecanese island chain.

Arkoi

Arkoi, is a very small island (7 sq. km) with a small port for the boats and ferries to moor. It has taverns that offer fresh fish, captured by the locals at night. Arki has no roads and most beaches are found on the southern and eastern side with crystal waters.

Astypalea

Astypalea is a beautiful small butterfly shaped island. It has a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Although its part of the Dodecanese the island has more Cycladic architecture with cubic whitewashed houses and churches, narrow alleys, blue windows, and wooden balconies. The beaches are truly amazing and a site to be seen.

Halki

Halki (Chalki) has traditional architecture and the crystal beaches. Nimporio the capital is a quaint village on the eastern side of Halki The seafront village of Nimporio, Chalki capital is lined up with cafeterias, restaurants, and shops.

Kalymnos

Kalymnos is a stunning island with vertical rocks, beautiful beaches, picturesque settlements and that’s just above sea level. Centuries old ship wrecks,  enchanting caves and sea sponges can be seen when taking a dip in the turquoise waters

Rhodes

With its bright green hills, rich green valleys and uninterrupted line of golden beaches, Rhodes is truly a blessed place. Add in the excellent facilities for tourism, the island’s special blend of cosmopolitan and traditional, and numerous cultural and archaeological sites and you’ve got the perfect holiday destination.

Kos

Endless beaches with turquoise waters, lush vegetation and abundantly flowing streams, ancient and medieval monuments this is what Kos has to offer. Known for its beaches; Sandy, shingly, crowded, secluded, organised, unorganised, it has something for everyone.

Leros

Hidden bays, hills, pine-trees forests, olive groves, and the law plain areas full of water springs it is clear to see why according to mythology that Leros is the of  Island Artemis, the goddess of forests and hunting. Leros is famed for its amazing seabed with reefs, little islets and shipwrecks.

Leipsoi

Leipsoi is a hidden gem. This small island has stunning natural landscape. Unspoiled coastline with crystal clear waters, peaceful beaches, caves and breath taking natural beauty. In the town you can find restaurants, shops and many other facilities.

Nisyros

Nisyros has one of Greeces youngest volcanos at 160,000 years old. It has amazing natural scenery. Pali is a picturesque fishing village and one of the oldest settlements in Nisyros. Pali lies around the natural bay, and nearby is a beautiful sandy beach. Pali also has a seaside taverna.

Symi

Symi is one of the most picturesque and charming of the Dodecanese. It feels like you have entered a painting of a scenic traditional village. As you approach Symi port you will see the hill packed with crayon like mansions which is fairy tale like. Outside the port you can visit many little villages. There are secluded bays and memorising beaches for you to visit.

Patmos

Patmos has two main villages. Skalas, where the islands port is located is a tourist village with cafes, restaurants and tavernas. Chora is the capital is Patmos has whitewashes houses and narrow paved alleys. Patmos is an ideal destination for nature lovers thanks to its lace-like coastline, sheer cliffs and volcanic soil. Patmos has beautiful, secluded beaches which can be found all around the island.
Local Airports: Kos or Rhodes
   Transfer Time: 30 minutes
Bases: Kos & Rhodes
  Flight Time from London: 4 hours

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