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FLOTILLA HOLIDAYS GREECE

June-Sept SAMI, Kefalonia, Greece | Prices from £1200pp

Small and friendly, with a maximum of 6 yachts we can really offer first-class flotilla support and service. FREE SUP PER YACHT

*FOR 2021 SAILING SEASON, OUR FLOTILLAS WILL BE DEPARTING FROM SAMI, KEFALONIA*

Flotilla sailing holidays in Greece, from our yacht base in Kefalonia, are a fantastic way for friends and families to explore the incredibly beautiful Ionian islands. Fair winds and short sailing distances make it ideal for those seeking a more relaxed sailing holiday with countless inlets, bays and harbours to visit.

Our Flotilla sailing holidays are perfect for those with previous yacht sailing experience and flotilla beginners, looking for a little bit of support along the way.

Our well-maintained fleet of modern flotilla yachts are ready to set sail and discover the nearby Ionian islands of Ithaki, Lefkas and Meganisi to name but a few.

You’re free to plot your own course and itinerary, so you can arrive when you like at each new destination, making the most of the best sailing conditions. The flotilla skipper is on hand to give you advice and support – particularly with that parking bit.

Stay and Sail Holidays – try our Lixouri Bay Beach Club or Paliki Beach Club

What's included

Only 6 yachts so exceptional support and service
FREE Stand Up Paddle Board per yacht
Friendly and professional lead crew
Comprehensive yacht briefing on arrival
Private fully equipped yacht, bed linen and starter pack
7 nights on board, 6 days sailing
1st day understand the basics hints and tips
Up to date charts, pilot books, guides
Yacht cleaning at end
Complimentary yacht phone
Daily weather updates & advice
Tender

Key Points

Sailing Holidays Greek Islands

stunning ionian islands

Sea Trek Flotilla in Sami

Small groups - no more than 6 yachts

Very friendly skipper

Sailing Holiday

FREE SUP

Sea Swimming Vacation

good company

Child Swimming On Holiday

crystal clear water

Greek Island Family Sailing Holiday

expert support

easy short hops

Sailing Holidays in Greece

just enough freedom

Overview

Location and type

Our flotilla sailing holiday yacht base in SAMI is the perfect starting point to explore the wonderful Southern Ionian islands. About 50 mins from the airport in Kefalonia this lovely little harbour has excellent facilities, a perfect place to prepare for a weeks flotilla sailing holiday ahead. Sheltered sailing and an easy itinerary with short island-hopping distances make this cruising area perfect for those looking for a less demanding sailing holiday. An abundance of stunning clear water inlets, protected bays to anchor in and quaint harbour towns to explore. Ithaki, Lefkas, Kalamos and Kastos are a few of the islands usually en route.

1 hour transfer from the airport.

Many of our previous Learn to Sail guests take the next step and further their sailing experience with a Flotilla holiday. This is for sailors who already have yacht sailing experience with a practical sailing qualification and are looking for some continued support throughout their sailing holiday. An excellent mix of friendly support and free sailing.

Our knowledgeable skipper and flotilla mate are on board the lead yacht within the group. They will be on hand and will get involved as much or as little as required depending on the group’s ability and weather conditions. Apart from the free sailing days, there will be a morning briefing about the proposed passage, ideas for a lunch anchorage and what to expect en route. The lead boat will meet you on arrival to help moor up or leave you to do your own thing if you prefer.

Skipper on Board

Many of guest always feel a tad rusty when they arrive for their flotilla holiday. After the morning briefing on day 1, there is the opportunity to practise your mooring skills under the guidance of our brilliant crew.

If you think you would like some further assistance for your first day of sailing, then a skipper can join you on board for the day and help you ease into the sailing.

Skipper on board is £165 per yacht (subject to staff availability)

Flotilla Brush Up

For more substantial support and training, we offer a skipper onboard your flotilla yacht for 2 or 3 days. After a few days, we hope your sailing experience and confidence will have come on in leaps and bounds and you will be able to confidently skipper your yacht under the guidance of our lead crew for the rest of the week

The skipper will be on board during the day but off the yacht at night so you still have your privacy.

£295 per yacht supplement

Note – this is for qualified yacht sailors who can already confidently sail a similar sized yacht as part of a flotilla.

Accommodation

We have a great range of yachts available to suit you and your budget. It’s our own small fleet of 5 yachts, incredibly well maintained and immaculately presented on arrival with a yacht and safety briefing and a handy starter pack to get you going.

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When/Weather

WHEN

Our Flotilla holidays start on June 14th (2022) finish on the 20th of September – Tuesday arrivals

The Weather

Kefalonia island has a lovely Southern Mediterranean climate of long dry summers and warm wet winters. A jumper might be needed for the evenings in May and September with the odd drop of rain here and there, but throughout June, July and August it’s pretty much 25-35 degrees, sunny skies and clear warm waters.

Generally light wind mornings and breezy afternoons of F 3-4 B.

Current Weather - Kefalonia

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Sunny

07:5117:45 EET

Feels like: 7°C
Wind: 8km/h E
Humidity: 41%
Pressure: 1029.46mbar
UV index: 1

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For detailed wind forecast try Windfinder Kefalonia

Itinerary

Sami

Sami harbour

Sivota harbour

Vathy harbour

Kalamos harbour

Kioni

Kefalonia Flotilla Itinerary

On our Flexi-Flotilla, each day there will be a morning briefing from the lead skipper who will highlight the proposed route with various options along the way. The day is then yours to sail and meander from cove to cove. Moor up for a swim and a bite to eat, then hoist the sails for an exciting passage to your evening destination in the brisk afternoon breeze. The lead boat will be there to help moor you up and offer any support along the way.

Please see below an example itinerary (weather and group ability dependent). We have a great route here and nearly avoid all the other flotillas!!

Flotilla Sailing In Greece

day 1 – arrival day

Transfer time from the airport to our yacht base in SAMI is about 1hr15 mins. Our yachts are ready for boarding after 3pm on Tuesdays. You’ll be met by our local staff on the quayside. After a short briefing about living on board, safety and the local town we leave you to relax and sort your things out. You have the option of going to the local beach, a nearby swimming pool or just relaxing on the boat. Everything begins the next morning at about 10am.

day 2

(5NM) On day 1 we’re northbound with a short hop up the gulf. It’s the first day on the water and we spend time practising mooring techniques and boat familiarisation. Nestled at the north east corner of the island is the upmarket harbour of Fiskardo. Numerous tavernas and restaurants line the harbourside and a short walk from town will reward you with some gorgeous beaches.

day 3

(20NM) Enjoy a northerly sail over to Sivota on the south-east coast of Lefkas island. Verdant hillsides join seamlessly with rocky coves and sandy bays to create a picture postcard setting. The harbour is a sight to behold, with a small flotilla of colourful local fishing boats found lining the shore. Shops, tavernas, cafes and mini markets are all close by.

day 4

(5NM) A really easy day today, a short sail through the Meganisi channel to the captivating little harbour of Vathi on Meganisi island. A late start and early finish. Pastel-coloured houses huddle on the clifftop overlooking the deep blue bay below – where you happen to be moored up. Wander around the old harbour and village and discover another world and some brilliant tavernas. Great swimming, great food and quite simply heaven on earth. You’ll never want to leave here.

day 5

(8NM) Kalamos is probably our favourite little place in the Ionian. Honestly, time has stood still here. An abundance of bays to anchor in along the way, perfect for snorkelling and exploring. Stern to on the quay if there’s space, if not a long line ashore. Grab a beer and watch the yachts coming in with the brilliant harbour master “George” taking charge!

day 6

(12NM) Today we turn 180 degrees and head east. Around the foot of Kastos island, and we sail past the island of Atoko towards the famed home of Odysseus on the enchanting island of Ithaki. Kioni Harbour is a real gem. The entrance is overlooked by three old windmills, and from here one sees the old village houses dotted on the hillsides behind the little port. The water is clear and there are four beaches within the bay itself, all with views across to the pastel-coloured houses and surrounding olive groves.

Sailing in Ag. Efimia

DAY 7

(12NM) South we go, around the bottom of Ithaki island and across the gulf to our base in Sami.- We usually pick up a nice afternoon breeze for the sail home. You’ll need to be back in SAMI by about 4pm.

Qualifications

What qualifications do I need?

To charter a yacht in Greece as part of a flotilla or independently you will need a qualified skipper on board, and a competent crew member. The ICC ( International Certificate of Competence ) is probably the best ticket to have as it is widely recognised by the authorities here on the islands. This, or the Day Skipper practical certificates are the minimum required.

Feeling a bit rusty?

Many of our guests sometimes feel their skills aren’t quite ship-shape when they arrive for their flotilla holiday. After the morning briefing on day 1, there is the opportunity to practise your mooring skills under the guidance of our brilliant crew.

Skipper on Board

If you think you would like some further assistance for your first day of sailing, then an instructor can join you on board for the day and help you ease into the sailing.

Skipper on board is £165 per yacht (subject to staff availability)

Flotilla Brush Up

If you already have some practical yacht sailing experience but would like to brush up further on your skills, we can offer a skipper onboard your flotilla yacht for 2 or 3 days. You will then be able to confidently skipper a yacht under the guidance of our lead crew, putting all your new-found skills into practice.

Should you choose the flotilla brush-up, the skipper will be on board during the day but off the yacht at night so you still have your privacy.

£295 per yacht supplement .

Food

Food on a flotilla holiday in greece

You’ll experience some amazing Greek food whilst on a flotilla, from classic Greek kitchen dishes cooked by local chefs, seasonal salads, mind-blowing tomatoes and freshly grilled sardines, pork chops and club sandwiches – the food in Kefalonia and the other Ionian Islands on a flotilla holiday is delicious and very reasonably priced.

When it comes to wine, there are 48 variety’s of grape grown locally and some very fine internationally recognised wines to try, along with some fantastic Hellenic beers, there’s plenty to enjoy.

Wander into town for coffee and fresh pastries and pop into one of the great little mini-markets to stock up your yacht fridge for some lunchtime treats on anchor somewhere.

Our yacht base in Sami has an excellent selection of mini-markets, bakeries and other shops.

How much does food/drink cost in tavernas ( 2019 prices )

Drink examples

1/2 litre house Rose 3.20 euros
Espesso 1.50 euros
Cappuccino 3.50 euros
Large draught beer 3.50 euros
Coca Cola 1.60 euros
Fresh Orange Juice 3.50 euros
Small bottle water 0.50 euros

Food examples

Club Sandwich 5.50 euros
Greek Salad 6.80 euros
Tzatziki 3.80 euros
House Olives 1.70 euros
Fresh Spinach 7.20 euros
Grilled Fresh Sardines 6.80 euros
Club Hamburger 5.20 euros
Pork Chop 7.80 euros
Chicken Souvalaki 7.40 euros
Lamb Stifado 7.80 euros
Local grilled sausages 6.80 euros
Stuffed tomatoes 6.50 euros
Grilled vegetables 6.50 euros

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