Seafarer Sailing Offers Dodecannese Yacht Charters

For a start, it certainly is not a beginner's area, with variable and often fresh to strong wind conditions and distances which on certain legs can be longer. For the more experienced crews looking for some real sailing as well as an interesting and varied area to explore, then the Dodecanese is a truly excellent choice for your Greece yacht charter holiday.

There is a choice of gateway airports that are well served with international flights including low cost carriers, with Kos and Rhodes. This also offers the possibility of one way charters, often at no extra charge.

Dodecanese yacht charter offers real variety for places to visit and explore with something to suit everyone. The starting points of Kos and Rhodes are famous holiday destinations and their popularity is well deserved. Apart from the usual pre requisites of great beaches plus some super hotels and resorts to choose from, some natural wonders to wow you, both islands are steeped in history and legend. Kos is the home of Hypocrates, the father of medicine with some fascinating ancient sites such as the extensive Asklypeion ruins. Rhodes also has its fair share of ancient ruins, such the Acropolis at Lindos. However it is best known for its stunning walled city, home of the famed Knights of St John and the best preserved medieval walled city in Europe. So for sail and stay combinations, you couldn't do better!

The real attraction of the Dodecanese however, lies in the smaller islands with some real gems waiting to be discovered. Symi is possibly the most photographed natural harbour of them all, with its neo classical town being almost a work of art. Other gems that have won the hearts of visitors are Halki, the volcanic island of Nysiros, Kalymnos the sponge diver's island, with lesser known Tilos, Leros and Pserimos being well worth a visit. Last but not least, combining a visit to Turkey can add a whole new dimension to your Greek Island yachting holiday, with the possibility to visit wonderful, Knidos, Datca or Bodrum to mention but a few.

For 2013, Seafarer is introducing a flotilla to the area, ideal for those that prefer sailing in company and with good local knowledge and support on hand. Sailing in the Dodecanese is our top tip for 2013.