Bareboat Charter Ionian

Sail the Ionian Islands

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Sail the Ionian islands of Greece with your family or friends on the latest model yachts and catamarans.

The Ionian Islands are a chain of islands to the west of mainland Greece and are home to one of the Mediterranean’s most popular yacht charter sailing destinations, perfect for fun, relaxed and varied Greek island sailing. A sailing destination that suits all sailing abilities, as distances between the main cluster of islands are short so you don’t have to sail for hours at a time if you don’t want to, but for more adventurous sailors the northern and southern extremities of the Ionian islands offer longer passages.

PLAN YOUR YACHT CHARTER

The Island Sailing team combines unrivalled experience with specialist expertise in every area of yachting to provide a first-class, personalised service. We offer support and advice to all our bareboat customers. The Ionian base teams are on hand from the start of your charter and will be waiting to catch your lines at the end.

Planning your Ionian Bareboat Charter

We can help you plan all the details of your charter, from the yacht, destination, sailing area, travel and more, so your charter is hassle-free.

Exceptional Yachts

We know from experience what makes a great charter yacht and offer the widest choice of thoughtfully selected modern yachts to charter in the Ionian.

4 Ionian Yacht Bases

Located across the chain of Ionian islands, at Corfu, Lefkas, Preveza and Kefalonia, ideally located with short transfers, the best facilities and amenities and perfect for exploring the entire sailing area.

Local Knowledge

Advice from our charter specialists who have lived and worked in the Ionian and support from the teams of local, friendly experts on the ground.

Itinerary Advice & Route Planning

We have sailed and explored the Ionian islands for decades and love to share itineraries with you. Visit the ‘must see’ favourites or venture further a field, the choice is yours.

24/7 Support

Our team are here for last minute tips and and our 24 hour UK based support line is available throughout your charter should you need us. Dedicated, hardworking base teams deliver a quality service on the ground.

The Ionian Islands

Explore the major Ionian islands of Kefalonia, Lefkas, Ithaca, Zakynthos, Corfu and Paxos, as well as more than twenty smaller islands and the unspoilt Greek mainland, with its own array of beautiful villages, harbours and bays. Distinguished by flat seas, lush green landscapes, safe anchorages in bays encircled by olive groves and pine trees. The Ionian Islands sailing area is renowned for perfect and consistent sailing conditions and offers something for everyone – perfect for fun and relaxed sailing holidays.

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What is it like to sail in the Ionian?

The Ionian Islands of Greece are renowned for perfect sailing conditions with plenty of wind for exciting bareboat charters in the sunshine. The Ionian is ideal for sailors of all abilities, and although it is one of the safest and most calm charter destinations there is still plenty of wind for fun sailing adventures. As distances between the main cluster of islands are short you don’t have to sail for hours at a time if you don’t want to. For more adventurous sailors the northern and southern extremities offer longer sailing days as you catch the exhilarating afternoon winds.

What is the weather like?

The Ionian islands are blessed with a truly lovely climate. During the summer months the weather is consistently warm both day and night. Fantastic summer sailing holiday weather can be enjoyed from May until October when you can expect long, sunny days with very little chance of rain. Seasonal winds keep air fresh and are perfect for sailing. During April, October and November whilst milder it’s usually pleasant and often lovely and warm, some rain showers with plenty of sunshine.

Finding your way around the Ionian Islands

Navigation in the Ionian islands is simple and stress free and due to the close proximity of the islands is predominantly by sight with almost no tide or currents and very few hazards. We can suggest route plans and itineraries and let you know about of all our favourite spots.

The Ionian Yachts

Brilliant Boats & Cool Catamarans

Find your Perfect Yacht

We have the widest choice of thoughtfully selected modern yachts built by renowned yacht makers including Beneteau, Bavaria, Jeanneau, Dufour and Hanse and catamarans from Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot and Bali.

CHOOSE YOUR YACHT SPECIFICATIONS

We know from experience what specifications and options make for a great charter yacht. There’s a choice of classic slab reefed mainsail or in-mast furling, if you prefer bow thrusters, many of the yachts over 40 feet have them. All yachts have wheel steering and most over 38 feet are twin helm. All yachts have a bimini sunshade in the cockpit and remote control electric anchor windlass. Many of the larger yachts and catamarans also have extras like electric winches, additional large fridges, coffee machines, on-deck drinks coolers and even on deck BBQ’s!

ELECTRONICS, WI-FI & SOUND SYSTEMS

Listen to your favourite music onboard your yacht whilst sailing and relaxing both above and below deck with the latest maritime music systems onboard. Use your devices, cameras and video cameras and keep them charged wherever possible with various AUX and USB ports and charging points. Many of the yachts also offer optional onboard wi-fi if you need to stay connected on charter. All of the yachts have the latest colour GPS chartplotters (as well as the paper charts of course!).

AIR CONDITIONING & CABIN FANS

All of the modern, latest generation yachts we offer are designed with sunny Mediterranean and Caribbean sailing in mind. That’s why they all have light and airy designs with plenty of opening hatches, port lights and windows to let the fresh summer breezes circulate around your yacht. In addition, many of the yachts have small cabin fans, some also have these in the salon areas too. Many yachts over 47 feet and the majority of catamarans also have air conditioning and a generator.

WATER TOYS

In addition to your beautiful yacht – the ultimate ‘water toy’; all boats come with a dinghy tender and optional outboard engine for exploring coves and little beaches and getting to shore when anchored in a pretty bay. Almost every yacht offers a modern, wide sunbathing platform and on the larger yachts these are often electrically operated. Most yachts also have additional water toys you can hire such as stand-up paddle boards (SUP’s) or kayaks.

Ask us Anything

Find out more about Bareboat Yacht Charter in the Ionian. More than just experts, we have lived, worked, sailed and explored the Ionian islands for decades.

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What Our Customers Say

“First time sailing in the Ionian, enjoyed by all very much. Many thanks for the time spent to demonstrate stern to berthing, very much appreciated, excellent service. Boat was excellently furnished with equipment and additional facilities, felt very comfortable with level of safety equipment. Many thanks for a wonderful holiday… read more

Dearden Family, Cheshire, Yacht Charter, Ionian Islands Greece

“We have had a very nice & happy time. Alina was a lovely clean yacht – she sailed very well & economical under engine. She achieved 7 knots GPS speed in a good breeze. Thank you Jonny & Ruth for a friendly & courteous welcome & booking advise”.

Taffy Jones, MBE, Wirral, Yacht Charter, Ionian Islands, Greece

“Sailing ‘Arista’ the new Bavaria 32 exceeded all our expectations! We had read the reviews about the new yacht before we came to Lefkas and when we arrived at the marina she was immaculate, with a first class specification and great to sail. Thank you to all the Island Sailing… read more

James & Kate, Liverpool, Bareboat Yacht Charter, Ionian Islands, Greece

Being a first time ‘skipper’ on a charter, I think the information and advice prior to the trip was invaluable and I was impressed by how quickly queries were answered, so thank you! Also the FAQ section on your website is massively useful. I think being very clear about what… read more

Ryan, Will, Oggy, Fiona & Phoebe, Bareboat Yacht Charter, Greece

Fantastic 2 weeks sailing, could not criticise it, boat well equipped and excellent to sail. Friendly, helpful crew. Jonny and Ruth were always friendly and helpful and so patient. We had a great holiday, will recommend to others and hopefully come back!

Baldwin Family, Bath, Yacht Charter, Greece