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Yacht Charter Kos or Rhodes in the Dodecanese

For a yacht charter in Greece that offers exceptional sailing amongst unspoilt, authentically Greek islands, look no further than a sailing holiday in the Dodecanese. Charter a yacht or catamaran from Kos or Rhodes to explore the Dodecanese islands in the southeast Aegean, just off the coast of Turkey.

This is a wonderful sailing destination for bareboat yacht charters and suits sailors looking for guaranteed winds and longer passages between quintessentially Greek islands. For those wanting to discover this area with the support of an experienced lead crew then we also offer the Dodecanese Flotilla.

Between the well-known holiday islands of Kos and Rhodes lie the fascinating islands of Simi, with its beautiful Venetian harbour, Niseros with its dormant volcano and Tilos, virtually undiscovered by tourism. The 163 islands and islets of the Dodecanese hold something for everyone and each island has a very distinct character, owing to the rich history of the area. Archaeological sites, Byzantine churches and Medieval castles are just some of the historical sites to explore in the Dodecanese.

North of Kos, the islands have completely escaped tourism. Here you'll find traditional fishing ports and quiet waterfront restaurants. The Greek identity remains strong and the locals are incredibly welcoming. The islands are conveniently spaced to allow a good day's sail before heading ashore to immerse yourself in the local culture.

This sailing holiday is a great choice for keen sailors who want to explore some lesser known Greek islands and enjoy more sunshine than anywhere else in Greece!

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£1518.00

7 nights / 3 cabins


Experience Level: Level 3

Stronger winds averaging Force 4-6, longer distances Find out more...

Dodecanese Yacht Charter

Sailing holidays from Kos

Suggested Sailing Itineraries

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

DAY 1 : Rhodes

Embark at Rhodes Marina. Enjoy where the ancient Colossus once stood astride the entrance to this incredible island. Explore the medieval walled town of the popular and cosmopolitan old town.

DAY 2 : Symi (32nm)

Symi has one of the most beautiful, serene harbours in Greece. The day trip boats from Rhodes leave in the late afternoon and the yachtsmen have the harbour front to themselves.

DAY 3 : Niseros (23nm)

Take a bus trip from the harbour to visit the dormant volcano crater. Many of you rate this as the highlight of the trip.

DAY 4 : Kamari, Kos (21nm)

Kamari on the south-west corner of Kos, is a pleasant spot for swimming and relaxing on the beach.

DAY 5: Tilos (35nm)

An island off the tourist track. It is a small and remote island which hasn't lost its traditional and picturesque character. Livadia is the main harbour on the island.

DAY 6 : Chalki Island (16nm)

From the moment you arrive in the the natural harbour you will be treated to unspoilt and spectaculr views. Chaki is rich in history and culture and offers great walks, great diving and most importantly great sailing.

DAY 7 : Rhodes (37nm)

Map courtesy of Wanderlog, a trip planner on iOS and Android

DAY 1 : Kos Marina

Embark at Kos marina in the centre of Kos Town.

DAY 2 : Lakki, Leros (27nm)

Leros is a small island that remains untouched by mass tourism, so has an unspoiled and authentic character. Lakki is the main port of the island and one of the largest ports in Dodecanese.

DAY 3 : Lipsi (11nm)

Lipsi is a small island with sandy beaches and translucent water. Lipsi Town is the only town and main harbour of the island. A lovely place with traditional architecture, this is where most activities and services are concentrated.

DAY 4 : Skala Harbour, Patmos (12nm)

Skala Harbour is a lively place with white houses, flowered courtyards, tavernas and shops. Patmos is often known as 'The Jerusalem of the Aegean' and the famous monastery of St. John dates from the 11th century and houses illuminated manuscripts, rare old books and frescoes dating back to 1210.

DAY 5 : Levitha (20nm)

The deep bay on the south coast affords good shelter. Only a lighthouse keeper and some fishermen inhabit the island. There is a taverna in a farmhouse 15 minutes walk up the hill from the quay.

DAY 6 : Kalimnos (27nm)

In the centre of sponge-fishing in Greece since ancient time. Moor in the pleasant harbour of Kalimnos Town or overnight at the attractive fjord of Vathi with a small hamlet ashore.

DAY 7 : Kos Marina (10nm)

Fleet 1 2025 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 26 Apr - 20 Jun 21 Jun - 25 Jul 26 Jul - 15 Aug 16 Aug - 12 Sep 13 Sep - 26 Sep 27 Sep - 01 Nov
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Dufour 390 2022 3 3 from
£1,696
from
£3,661
from
£3,661
from
£3,571
from
£3,304
from
£2,143
Sun Odyssey 410 2024 3 2 from
£1,696
from
£3,616
from
£4,107
from
£4,107
from
£3,750
from
£2,411
Bavaria Cruiser 41 2017 3 2 from
£1,607
from
£2,813
from
£3,348
from
£3,348
from
£2,813
from
£1,786
Sun Odyssey 410 2020 3 2 from
£1,696
from
£3,616
from
£4,107
from
£4,107
from
£3,750
from
£2,411
Dufour 41 2024 3 3 from
£1,875
from
£4,241
from
£4,241
from
£4,241
from
£3,839
from
£2,321
Sun Odyssey 419 2018 3 2 from
£1,518
from
£3,125
from
£3,705
from
£3,705
from
£3,304
from
£2,143
Hanse 458 2020 3 2 from
£1,875
from
£4,375
from
£5,134
from
£5,134
from
£4,554
from
£2,857

Fleet 2 2025 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 26 Apr - 20 Jun 21 Jun - 25 Jul 26 Jul - 15 Aug 16 Aug - 12 Sep 13 Sep - 26 Sep 27 Sep - 01 Nov
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 380 2023 3 2 from
£2,366
from
£2,964
from
£3,482
from
£2,964
from
£3,661
from
£1,741
Dufour 390 Grand Large 2020 3 3 from
£2,580
from
£3,214
from
£3,795
from
£3,214
from
£3,982
from
£1,902
Sun Odyssey 410 2023 3 2 from
£2,732
from
£3,420
from
£4,018
from
£3,420
from
£4,223
from
£2,009
Sun Odyssey 410 2020 3 2 from
£2,491
from
£3,116
from
£3,661
from
£3,116
from
£3,848
from
£1,830

Fleet 1 2025 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 26 Apr - 20 Jun 21 Jun - 25 Jul 26 Jul - 15 Aug 16 Aug - 12 Sep 13 Sep - 26 Sep 27 Sep - 01 Nov
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 440 2020 4 2 from
£1,696
from
£3,973
from
£4,554
from
£4,732
from
£4,107
from
£2,411
Oceanis 46.1 2020 4 4 from
£2,054
from
£4,688
from
£5,313
from
£5,446
from
£4,821
from
£3,125
Sun Odyssey 490 2020 6 3 from
£2,232
from
£4,643
from
£5,536
from
£5,982
from
£5,268
from
£3,304
Sun Odyssey 479 2018 4 4 from
£1,964
from
£4,554
from
£5,268
from
£5,446
from
£4,732
from
£2,857
Dufour 470 2023 5 5 from
£2,232
from
£4,911
from
£5,982
from
£5,804
from
£5,089
from
£3,214
Oceanis 51.1 2021 6 4 from
£2,232
from
£5,982
from
£6,607
from
£6,696
from
£6,161
from
£3,393
Jeanneau 54 2016 5 4 from
£2,768
from
£6,339
from
£7,054
from
£7,054
from
£6,339
from
£4,018
Bavaria C57 2022 5 5 from
£5,268
from
£8,214
from
£9,196
from
£9,688
from
£8,527
from
£5,759
Dufour 530 2023 6 5 from
£3,750
from
£7,098
from
£8,125
from
£8,393
from
£7,321
from
£4,375

Fleet 2 2025 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 26 Apr - 20 Jun 21 Jun - 25 Jul 26 Jul - 15 Aug 16 Aug - 12 Sep 13 Sep - 26 Sep 27 Sep - 01 Nov
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Sun Odyssey 440 2019 4 2 from
£3,161
from
£3,946
from
£4,643
from
£3,946
from
£4,875
from
£2,321
Sun Odyssey 440 2022 4 2 from
£3,339
from
£4,179
from
£4,911
from
£4,179
from
£5,161
from
£2,455
Dufour 460 Grand Large 2020 4 4 from
£3,875
from
£4,705
from
£5,536
from
£4,705
from
£5,813
from
£3,321
Sun Odyssey 490 2020 4 4 from
£3,643
from
£4,554
from
£5,357
from
£4,554
from
£5,625
from
£2,679
Sun Odyssey 479 2019 4 4 from
£3,464
from
£4,330
from
£5,089
from
£4,330
from
£5,348
from
£2,545
Sun Odyssey 519 2020 5 3 from
£4,375
from
£5,464
from
£6,429
from
£5,464
from
£6,750
from
£3,214
Jeanneau 54 2021 6 4 from
£5,527
from
£6,911
from
£8,125
from
£6,911
from
£8,536
from
£4,063

Fleet 1 2025 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 26 Apr - 20 Jun 21 Jun - 25 Jul 26 Jul - 15 Aug 16 Aug - 12 Sep 13 Sep - 26 Sep 27 Sep - 01 Nov
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Excess 12 2020 6 5 from
£2,768
from
£5,580
from
£6,741
from
£6,741
from
£5,580
from
£3,616
Lagoon 40 2023 6 5 from
£2,768
from
£5,580
from
£6,741
from
£6,741
from
£5,580
from
£3,616
Isla 40 2022 5 4 from
£3,125
from
£5,893
from
£7,277
from
£7,277
from
£5,893
from
£3,929
Bali 4.1 2020 6 4 from
£2,946
from
£5,804
from
£7,188
from
£7,188
from
£5,804
from
£3,661
Lagoon 42 2020 6 5 from
£3,393
from
£6,786
from
£8,080
from
£7,991
from
£6,786
from
£4,241
Lagoon 42 2017 6 5 from
£3,125
from
£6,027
from
£7,366
from
£7,366
from
£6,027
from
£3,884
Elba 45 2021 6 4 from
£4,464
from
£8,259
from
£9,955
from
£9,955
from
£8,259
from
£5,223
Lagoon 450 Fly 2020 6 5 from
£4,107
from
£7,723
from
£9,063
from
£9,063
from
£7,723
from
£4,777
Lagoon 46 2022 6 5 from
£4,509
from
£8,170
from
£9,821
from
£9,732
from
£8,304
from
£5,134
Bali 4.6 2025 7 5 from
£4,821
from
£8,884
from
£10,580
from
£10,893
from
£9,732
from
£5,536
Lagoon 50 2019 8 5 from
£5,179
from
£11,205
from
£12,768
from
£12,768
from
£11,205
from
£6,920

Fleet 2 2025 Prices shown are in GBP(£) per yacht for 1 week

Yacht details 26 Apr - 20 Jun 21 Jun - 25 Jul 26 Jul - 15 Aug 16 Aug - 12 Sep 13 Sep - 26 Sep 27 Sep - 01 Nov
Model / layout Year Cabins WC
Lagoon 40 2023 4 4 from
£4,786
from
£5,714
from
£7,143
from
£7,143
from
£4,786
from
£3,500
Lagoon 42 2023 4 4 from
£5,589
from
£6,732
from
£8,214
from
£8,214
from
£5,589
from
£4,107
Excess 14 2025 4 4 from
£5,750
from
£7,071
from
£8,839
from
£8,839
from
£5,750
from
£4,420

Please note: Prices may be subject to change. Compulsory and Optional extras will be added to your quote.

Sailing conditions in the Dodecanese

Weather conditions in the Dodecanese are very favourable for a sailing holiday from Kos. Steady afternoon breezes averaging Force 4-6 from the north-east guarantee good sailing from mid-morning to early evening. In July and August the meltemi can bring stronger winds Force 5-6, but all the islands have good shelter. Temperatures average 27-29ºC.

We have rated this destination a 'Level 3' (levels info) and you will need an ICC qualification for bareboat charters in the Dodecanese. You will preferably be Coastal Skipper standard and have plenty of skippering experience.

For those wanting more support or who are looking for more of a social holiday then why not take a look at our Dodecanese flotilla holidays.

You can see all of the bases we offer in Greece along with the level ratings here so that you can find the most suitable destination for you. If you are at all unsure about a destination then please get in touch and our sales team will be more than happy to make their recommendations for you.

Getting There

Flights to Kos

British Airways, Jet2 and TUI all have direct flights to Kos on Saturdays.

Flights to Rhodes

Easyjet, TUI, Ryanair and Jet2 all have direct flights to Rhodes.

Transfers

The transfer time from Kos airport to the marina is approximately 30 minutes. 

Tourist Board

If you would like more information on the Dodecanese you can find out more by click HERE

Useful Information

The best time to take a sailing holiday in Greece is between April and October, with peak season being June, July, and August.

High Season

The Meltemi winds are strongest in July and August, making a more exhilarating sailing challenge for the more experienced sailors. These months also fall within the UK school summer holidays, the perfect time for a family holiday, with lots of opportunities for the children to make new friends. Why not try one of our family-friendly flotilla holidays

For easier sailing aim for the end of the summer when the winds are less intense making for more relaxed sailing conditions.

Shoulder Season

April and October benefit from smaller crowds as well as cheaper flights, great yacht availability and reduced costs.

Spring

April - June are the perfect months for those looking for a quieter yacht charter. The winds are milder, the weather is warm and the islands are in full bloom. With the reduced crowds it allows you to enjoy them to the fullest!

Autumn Sailing in Greece

Choose the autumn months to avoid the tourist crowds, enjoy the calmer winds and take in the natural beauty of the islands at a leisurely pace.

May & September

The weather is warm but not too hot with average temperatures around 25ºC (77ºF) and the crowds are lower than the peak summer season.

Late May & June

The crowds are still relatively low but the temperatures have started to rise (average 28ºC / 85ºF) and the waters begin to get warm enough for swimming.

July to September

This is when the waters are at their warmest and it is also the peak tourist time due to the school summer holidays. This is a great time for a sociable family holiday - why not try one of our family-friendly flotilla holidays?

October

This is the end of the main sailing season and a good opportunity to take advantage of lower prices and lighter crowds. The weather is on average 21 - 23ºC and the waters are still warm enough to enjoy a spot of swimming.

In general, the best sailing conditions are from April to October when you can enjoy warm waters, clear skies and reliable winds. 

Ionian Sea

The Ionian is great for year-round sailing however the best conditions are late spring to early autumn. The Ionian has hot, dry summers with calmer winds but stronger gusts can occur in the afternoons.

The Aegean Sea

The Meltemi winds provide reliable sailing in the summer months perfect for more experienced sailors looking for a more challenging charter.

The Rainy Season

Typically the rainy season is from November to March and sailing conditions are not always ideal.

 

The cost of your yacht charter depends on several factors:

Boat Type

The type and size of the yacht you book will dictate the price. A 1 week charter on a 2 - 3 cabin monohull starts around £900 in low season whereas 1 week on a luxury catamaran with a skipper in high season could be upwards of £10,000. These are the 2 extremes of the scale for a 1 week charter and we offer plenty of choices in between.

Charter duration

1 week is a popular choice amongst our sailors and makes the perfect getaway however, a longer charter will give you more time to explore all the Greek islands have to offer. We have a range of 1 and 2 week flotillas, as well as custom bareboat bookings which can be tailored to your timescale.

Time of Year

Lower-priced yacht charters are available in the off-season of April, May, September and October with prices starting to rise in June before peaking in July and August.

Crew

Don't have any sailing experience? No problem! We offer several skippered and crewed options so you can enjoy the yachting lifestyle without the stress. From a simple skippered yacht to fully crewed options, we can arrange a charter to suit your needs.

Flotilla vs Bareboat

Flotilla yacht charters are more expensive than a bareboat charter, but for the extra cost, you are getting the assistance of a lead boat with an experienced crew who are ready to help if you need assistance on your voyage. The flotilla lead crew also arrange social activities and lead you on a carefully curated itinerary. Flotillas are great if you enjoy the social aspects of sailing and are perfect for families, especially during school holidays. Children enjoy making new friends, while adults can unwind and connect with like-minded sailors.

If you are experienced and prefer to discover the islands at your own pace then a bareboat charter is the perfect choice for a relaxing holiday in The Med.

For bareboat charters and flotilla holidays in Greece, you will need ICC qualification.

The port authorities in Greece are now insisting on one of the following practical certificates:

  • RYA ICC (International Certificate of Competence)
  • RYA Coastal, RYA Yachtmaster
  • ASA IPC (International Proficiency Certificate)
  • IYT (International Yacht Training) Passport

If you hold an RYA Day Skipper or ASA104 it will no longer be accepted and you need to obtain either an ICC or IPC from the corresponding issuing body (RYA or ASA).

If your RYA Coastal/Yachtmaster or ASA105/106 certificate is more than 10 years old and does not have a photo ID, then you need to apply for an ICC or IPC.

If you are a member of the RYA or ASA, you may qualify for a discount or free certificate, otherwise, you will have to pay. The approximate cost is £50. Please use these links - RYA application for the ICC or ASA application for the IPC.

The mooring fees in Greece are very minimal, you will find it is one of the cheaper Mediterranean destinations in terms of mooring costs. On average, a town quay mooring in Greece (based on a 40ft monohull) would be €20/night.

There are fewer "full-service marinas" compared with somewhere like Croatia, but these would usually be between €50-70/night.

There is also the ability to free anchor in a lot of places too, which keeps the cost of your mooring fees down considerably.

Our most popular sailing destination in Greece is the South Ionian due to its easy sailing conditions and endless bays to visit; this collection of islands (Lefkas, Kefalonia, Ithaka, Meganisi, Kalamos & Kastos) is perfect for beginners and families but has a charm that keeps our guests returning year after year.

You can also set sail in the Ionian from well-connected Corfu which has great options for sail-and-stay to combine your holiday with one of the island's highly-rated resorts. When on a yacht charter from Corfu, you can also explore Corfu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as picture-perfect Paxos.

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