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Ithaca Sailing Guide

Sail with one of the our catamarans or sailing yachts to the mythical island of Odysseus and Penelope!

Mythical Ithaca lies between Lefkada and Kefalonia, stretching in a north to south direction and has a length of 23 kilometres. Its coastline totals to more than 100 kilometres embroidered with various traditional villages and stunning bays. Its emerald green waters are ideal for lovers of sea water sports such as scuba diving and kayaking. Explore our suggested Lefkas sailing itineraries to see how visiting Ithaca can fit into your plans!

Vathi

The isle of Lazareto stands guard in front of the town of Vathi, capital of the island. Its two storey traditional houses surround the picturesque port which is waiting for bareboat or skippered sailing yachts to disembark.

Ideal For
Shopping
Sightseeing
Lunch/ Dinner
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Port Protected up to 6 beaufort
Preferable for any type of wind
You must have more than 70mtr of chain in the water. Stern Mooring with lines on shore Prefer the west side of the port.
Kioni

Welcome to the most famous village of Ithaca, a real venue for sailing yachts starting from Lefkada! Built amphitheatrically, its small houses are interwoven with the olive and pine trees permeated by its small paved alleys.

Ideal For
Swimming
Lunch/ Dinner
Sightseeing
Mooring
Difficulty: Medium
Port Protected up to 4 beaufort
Avoid in case of strong East direction winds
Stern Mooring with lines on shore or on rocks Do not anchor on the outside side of the wave breaker.
Frikes

The northest port of Frikes lies in the head of a long narrow bay. Its two well preserved windmills prevail over this small fishing village that has become a famous tourist destination within the years.

Ideal For
Swim Stop
Lunch
Mooring
Difficulty: Hard
Port Protected up to 3 beaufort
Avoid in case of strong winds as also for night staying.
Frikes are only recommended for day stop for swimming and sightseeing is a place that has recorded many mooring accidents due to swell.
Afales

In Afales you will find some of the most beautiful bays of the whole Ionian sea! Contrasting white sandy beaches with the turquoise waters and the greenery of Ithaca inland. These bays can be a little wavy as they are open towards the northeast.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Not protected from north and northwest wind
There are reefs that can be easily seen
Depth 4-10m. There are reefs that can be easily seen. Not protected from north and northwest wind.
Polis Bay

Polis Bay is located in the north of Vathi, the capital of Ithaca.
It has a beautiful beach which is ideal for swimming. The crystal clear waters and the backdrop of lush green create an unforgettable landscape .

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Not protected from south and west winds
Overnight on the left side
The bottom shelves steeply so anchor in 10-25m. Overnight on the left side. Not protected from south and west winds.
Agios Nikolaos

Agios Nikolaos is another safe mooring bay in Ithaca. In the entrance of the bay there is a reef that requires your attention in order to avoid any unnecessary accidents.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sighteeing
Lunch / Dinner
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Only protected from northwest and west winds
Entrance reef that requires attention
10m depth sandy bottom. Only protected from northwest and west winds.
Ormos Schinos

Ormos Schinos is one of the largest bays in Ithaca. It is a great swimming spot under the lush landscape. From Ormos Schinos you can wander the secret paths and reach reach the beach of Gidaki in about 40 minutes.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Lunch / Dinner
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Well protected apart from strong north west winds
Pay attention to the yellow buoy
10m depth. Pay attention to the yellow buoy. Generally a well protected spot from every wind apart from very strong northwest.
Gidaki

You can reach Gidaki by the hiking trail from Ormos Schinos or by sailing. Gidaki is an isolated beach with a lack of tourist facilities that will take you back in time. It has been characterised as a paradise on earth due to the unspoiled scenery and is a popular sailing spot.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Lunch / Dinner
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Only protected from south winds
Prefer to visit with calm seas
10m depth with a sandy bottom. Only protected from south winds, preferable to visit with calm seas.
Filiatro

For those who prefer a more organised beach experience, Filiatro is your spot. Close enough to Gidaki to borrow its turquoise waters, Filiatro is an organised beach with umbrellas and sunbeds for hire.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Protected from northwest and west winds
10m depth with a sandy bottom. Protected from northwest and west winds.
Sarakiniko

Sarakiniko is a large bay on the east of Ithaca. There are very limited tourist facilities giving you the chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Lunch / Dinner
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Protected from northwest and west winds
5-10m depth with a sandy bottom. Protected from northwest and west winds.
Pera Pigadi

On the SE side of the island there is an isolated small islet. Close enough to the coast it gives you the essence of an integrated part of Ithaca. There is a small beach in the south not widely known that can offer you privacy as there is place only for a few yachts.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Not protected from west and south winds
Avoid after mid afternoon
Depth of 10m-20m with a sandy bottom. Not protected from west and south winds.
Agios Andreas

Located in the southern part of the island this bay is a great mooring spot in case of bad weather and is well protected from north winds.

Ideal For
Swimming
Snorkeling
Sightseeing
Mooring
Difficulty: Easy
Well protected from all but south winds
Deep water, anchor in 10m-15m. Not protected from south winds.
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