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Chartering a Yacht in Greece

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Need advice or information about what you need to sail a yacht in Greece? Whether you are an experienced sailor or a first time charterer, we can create a sailing yacht charter that’s perfect for you.

First time chartering a yacht in Greece?

We can help you navigate your way to have the right qualifications and experience for the yacht you want to charter.

Licensing requirements for bareboat charters in Greece are summarised to those applicable for offshore, open sea sailing (>12nm) during day & night and any certification must be in English. The skipper should be competent at handling a yacht in confined quarters, anchoring, berthing and mooring in varying conditions and be able to use navigation and pilotage skills to ensure safety of yacht and of all passengers and equipment into account, at all times.

 

What I need to sail in Greek waters

To sail a yacht bareboat in Greece the Greek authorities require the skipper to be over 18 and have a sailing licence issued by a statutory authority. Currently this would be the ICC (International Certificate of Competence) for sail or an IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) or the equivalent from your country. The co-skipper should also be competent to assist the skipper to sail the yacht you are chartering and be over 18 years old.

I can sail but don’t have a certificate

If you have sailing experience but no sailing certificate experienced sailors can take the short ICC assessment at a sailing centre before you come to Greece. Most will offer pre-ICC training and/or refresher options as well. Most countries internationally offer equivalent courses and assessments. We can recommend sailing centres in the UK as well as further afield in Europe and beyond so please ask us for more information.

New to sailing?

Skippered Yacht Charter or Crewed Yacht Charters are ideal for those with little or no sailing experience or qualifications. If you do want to learn about how to sail during your yacht charter you can learn as much or as little as you wish with your friendly and professional skipper. For those wanting to sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful Greek islands then a skippered or crewed yacht charter is the way to go.

Common Sailing Certificates

  • Australia: ICC or Yachting Australia Inshore Certificate or higher
  • Canada: CYA Intermediate Cruising Standard or higher or Canadian Pleasure Craft Operator Card
  • Ireland: ICC or higher
  • New Zealand: ICC or higher
  • South Africa: ICC or higher
  • UK: ICC or higher
  • USA: International Proficiency Certificate (IPC) most widely accepted or Bareboat Chartering Standard (ASA 104) (Intermediate Coastal Cruising), US Sailing Bareboat Cruising Certification or higher (certificate to include photo ID).  .
  • International: NauticEd SLC (International Sailing License & Credentials)

*Check your sailing certificate is in date, valid & accepted by the Greek Port Authorities before you charter

Yacht Charter Options

Bareboat

Sail a modern, premium sailing yacht or catamaran yourself. Set your own route, explore independently at your own pace with back-up and support from friendly, professional base teams. Ideal for more experienced sailors.

Skippered

Discover stunning destinations on a yacht charter with a professional & friendly skipper. You can add a hostess to prepare food & keep the yacht tidy. Ideal if you’re new to sailing or want to relax with family or friends.

Crewed

Larger, more luxurious yachts and catamarans with a captain plus 1-5 extra crew including a chef. Comfort and style, attentive service, amazing food and a different beautiful location each day.
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