Aegean Sea Yacht Charter Guide

Learn Everything You Need to Know About an Aegean Sea Yacht Charter

Aegean Sea Yacht Charter Guide

On an Aegean Sea yacht charter, you can discover a 215 km squared area of the sea located between Greece and Turkey. Gentle light winds, easy light sailing conditions, and short distances, with the options of visiting some of the best views in the world, blue waters, and beautiful buildings. The Aegean Sea includes a large number of Greece islands including the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Sporades, Saronic, and the Turkish Mediterranean coastline

An Aegean Sea yacht charter has something for everyone whether you are a history buff, beach person or someone who likes to explore, it is the perfect destination for everyone.

In this guide, we hope to give you an insight into everything you need to know about booking and going on an Aegean Sea yacht charter.

Your Guide to an Aegean Sea Yacht Charter

Weather on an Aegean Sea Yacht Charter

Weather on an Aegean Sea Yacht Charter. The best time to go on an Aegean Sea yacht charter is between May and September. With the warm hot dry summers of the Mediterranean averaging a high of 29c (84f) and a low of 18c (64). The weather is mild during the winter months between 13 – 18c (54 – 63f), the tail ends of the season at the end of April and the beginning of October offer cooler weather but with less crowded areas and marinas. The sea surface temperatures vary between 15°C (59°F) in February and 27°C (81°F) in August.

On an Aegean Sea Charter. On an Aegean Sea yacht charter you can find out more about weather forecasts and weather alerts on the following channels;

  • 6.30 am – Athens 729 kHz 412 m
  • 1.10 pm – Corfu 1008 kHz 298 m
  • 1.30 pm – Rhodes 1494 kHz 200 m
  • 12.00 pm – Patras 1485 kHz 202 m

Wind Conditions on an Aegean Sea Yacht Charter

Aegean Sea Yacht Charter. The best months to go on an Aegean Sea yacht charter is between May and September. The Aegean Sea is significantly winder than the Ionian or other areas of the Mediterranean, this is due to the Meltemi winds. These blow from the north or northeast and they are the strongest between mid-July and mid-August. The Meltemi can blow between 15 and 40 knots, as well as lasting several days or instead calming down in the evening. These winds are cool providing a nice breeze during the warm weather on an Aegean Sea yacht charter.

Tides and Swells. On an Aegean Sea yacht charter, the tide is minimal and only ranging up to 2ft (0.6m) at a maximum.

Best Time to go to the Aegean Sea

When is the best time to go on an Aegean Sea yacht charter? Any time of year is a great time to go on an Aegean Sea yacht charter, depending on the individual’s availability.

Seasons. The Aegean Sea has a Mediterranean climate with dry hot summers and mild winter, the temperatures varying and cooling off during the winter season. During the winter months, the chance of rainfall is significantly higher than during the summer months. The area is still beautiful and if you prefer the cooler temperatures a great time to visit is at the beginning of the summer season in May or at the end of September. During these months the temperatures are cooler but the water temperature hasn’t cooled down completely and the summer crowds haven’t appeared yet.

The Aegean Sea is a great Sailing Destination

Great Sailing Destination. The Aegean Sea is a 215,000 square kilometre area of the sea located between mainland Greece and Turkey. The Aegean Sea includes a large number of Greece islands including the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Sporades, Saronic, and the Turkish Mediterranean coastline. The Aegean Sea and its history have attracted visitors from all over the world to its colourful houses, with the colours of majolica dome, carnations pergolas and whitewashed houses. The Aegean Sea has a large number of towns and villages to explore, coves to anchor in and beaches to relax at. On an Aegean Sea yacht charter, visitors can discover why this area was so important to the civilisation of Ancient Greece.

Aegean Sea Yacht Charter. When you are on an Aegean Sea yacht charter, you can create an itinerary depending on your desires and requirements. One thing that makes the Aegean Sea so appealing for sailors is the large number of destinations to explore in the area. If you have a skipper, your skipper can recommend which islands to explore, marinas to moor in and restaurants to visit. They also have expert knowledge of how to book marinas and what needs to be done in advance and what places you can just arrive at without pre-booking.

Aegean Sea Itineraries

Aegean Sea Sailing Itineraries. The Aegean Sea is located between the mainland of Greece and Turkey. Including several collections of islands, within the 215,000 square kilometres, it covers. The sea has a large number of islands and is filled with history.  We have created a number of Aegean Sea Sailing Itineraries, to allow sailors to experience some of the best sites on an Aegean Sea yacht charter.

Places Not to Miss on a Aegean Sea Yacht Charter

Places to Visit. The Aegean Sea is filled with wonderful places to visit and places to anchor or swim on an Aegean Sea yacht charter. Here are some recommendations for the best places to visit in the Aegean Sea.

  • Santorini – One of the most famous Greek islands, with whitewashed buildings and beautiful landscapes.
  • Mykonos – A Greek Island where glam meets simplicity, with marble streets, pure white buildings giving the towns a pure glamorous feel.
  • Hydra Island. Located within the Saronic Islands, Hydra is a truly unspoiled island filled with history and beautiful locations.
  • Skyros – The island is filled with long stretches of coastline, some which are only accessible by boat meaning they are often secluded.
  • Alonnisos – The island of Alonnisos is one of the wildest and least visited of the Sporades islands.
  • Marmaris – A lively town with a large number of restaurants, bars, waterparks, bazaars, and excursions.
  • Ekincik – Over 1,300m of gorgeous coastline, where the white sand is backed by rolling luscious green hill and pine trees.

Best Time to Book an Aegean Sea Yacht Charter

Best Time to Book an Aegean Sea Yacht Charter. The best time to book an Aegean Sea yacht charter is now! We have fully qualified and knowledgable sales advisors who can find your perfect Aegean Sea yacht charter and help make your sailing dreams come true.

Expert Advice. Our sales advisors can give you recommendations of areas to visit, itineraries, and help with choosing the perfect boat for your trip. Our sales advisors have knowledge of the boats and area, as well as wind conditions and weather at specific times of the year.

Aegean Sea Yacht Charter Guide

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