7 Day Kefalonia Flotilla Itinerary

Lefkada Marina

Arrive to the base and get settled into your floating home for the week. If you have time explore the town of Lefkas and grab a bite at a local restaurant. Facilities here include: fuel, water, trash, laundry, and bathrooms.

Mooring

Lazy line on a town quay or in Marinas

Things to do

Shopping, Exploring

Facilities

Water , Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish,  Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel,Laundry, Ice,  Gift shop, ATM

Sivota - Lefkada

Leaving Lefkas Town behind and sailing down the length of the island towards Sivota. There are lots of bays to stop for a swim along the way. You will sail past Skorpios, originally owned by Aristotle Onassis and can anchor in the bay to the south where he built a beach hut jor his 2nd wife Jackie kennedy. Tonight is a group meal.

The day’s sailing

• 3 Hr Sailing time
• 17 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Lazy line on the tavernas pontoon

Things to do

Shopping,Exploring. Tonight is our first group meal.

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars

Discover Sivota

A vibrant, charming, lively, picturesque village. It gets especially busy on weekends, with yachts arriving daily onto the pontoons. This influx brings a wave of visitors/sailors, making for a lively atmosphere. There are many fantastic restaurants to choose from, all offering delicious food.

Fiskardo - Kefalonia

Head to the celebrated island of Kefalonia. Enjoy a few miles of exciting open water sailing as you make for one of Greece’s most famous islands, best known for Captain Corelli, olive oil and ancient history. The port of Fiscardo is a traditional Grecian island village with a history stretching back thousands of years. Today Fiscardo is home to many fine restaurants and tavernas where you can while away a quiet afternoon with your new friends.

The day’s sailing

• 2 Hr Sailing time
• 11 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Long Line ashore, built as a raft

Things to do

Sunbathing, snorkelling, swimming, exploring, shopping

Facilities

WiFi in bars, Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Chandlery, Dive Shop, Car hire, Bike hire, Bars, Ice, Gift shop, ATM

Discover Fiskardo

Fiskardo’s charm lies in its ability to offer a mix of relaxation, exploration, and adventure. Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or just soaking up the sun, Fiskardo has something to offer every visitor. Visit the Roman Cemetery archaeological site near the harbour, includes ancient graves and sarcophagi dating back to the Romans. There is a dive centre for guided trips. Several walkable beaches or swim off the back of the boat. Explore venetian architecture as its one of the few places on the island that wasn’t destroyed in the 1953 earthquake and a short walk from teh village is the remains of an old venetain lighthouse and the newer one built by the British in the 19th century. Lunch at Foki bay

Agia Eufemia - Kefalonia

Nestled on the stunning island of Kefalonia, Agia Eufemia is a charming coastal village that beckons sailors with its picturesque beauty and inviting waters. As you approach this serene destination, you’ll be greeted by the emerald hues of the Ionian Sea and the striking backdrop of lush, rolling hills. The waters around Agia Eufemia are generally calm, but always check the local weather forecast before setting sail. The prevailing winds in the region are typically light to moderate, making for pleasant sailing conditions. Be mindful of the occasional strong gusts, especially during the summer months.

The day’s sailing

• 2.5 Hr Sailing time
• 15 Nautical miles

To be used as a guide only. Based on suggested sailing lanes and average wind speed for area.

Mooring

Stern or Bows to with anchor on town quay/Mooring fees payabale and elec and water available

Things to do

Watersports, Exploring, hiking, beaches, shopping, restaurants

Facilities

Water, WiFi ,Taxi, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Car rental, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Ice, Gift Shop, ATM

Discover Kefalonia

Discover Drogarti caves
Found inland, boasting impressive stalactites and acoustics, plus occasionally used for concerts.

Explore Melissani caves
Get there by boat (they take you in on a fishing boat), to the famous underground lake with crystal blue waters.

Suggested lunch spots
Several beautiful bays on the kefalonia coast line all the way down to Agia Aufemia

Free sail- Kefalonia

Today is your day to shine. Put your sailing skills to the test and gain confidence on the water with your free sailing day. Set out for the secluded bays and harbours dotted around the Ionian, stopping at sleepy fishing villages along the way or simply relaxing. It’s entirely up to you. No matter what you choose, your lead crew is available to give you top tips and the latest weather reports.

Things to do

Watersports, Kayaking, Exploring

Vathi - Meganissi

Vathi is the main port of Meganisi, a small island located just E of Lefkada. Filled with fishing boats and sail boats, known for its picturesque and natural surroundings. The harbour is the heart of the village and the waterfront is lined with tavernas, cafes and shops. Enjoy some superb local greek cuisine.

Mooring

Anchor on a town quay or you can pay to use the marina, this option gives you a lazy line and shorepower and marina facilities

Things to do

Hiking, Exploring, swimming bays close by

Facilities

Water, Showers/ Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Bars, Fuel

Discover Vathi

Vathi’s sunken plane
Discover the mysterious sunken plane wreck located at the bottom of the shallow harbour, best viewed from shore in the early morning.

Suggested lunch spots
Head east from Lefkas harbour for the bays fanari, abelike and athani.

Lefkada Marina- Day 7

This night will be our final evening and the lead boat will organise either dinner or drinks ashore where prizes will be given out related to the weeks activities. We head back to the base to return your yacht, along the way enjoy the beautiful sail and scenery. Try your hand at one of Lefkas’ popular water sports. The flyfish hydroplane is an adrenaline rush, allowing you to skip off the surface of the water like a stone. If you’d rather enjoy a quieter, more Zen-like climax to your flotilla holiday, then hiking Lefkas’ wooded hills or enjoying a shot of ouzo in a quiet taverna is the perfect way to spend your last day in the Ionian.

Mooring

Lazy line in Marina

Things to do

Water sports, Sunbathing, Snorkeling, Exploring

Facilities

Water, Showers/Toilets, Rubbish, Restaurants, Provisioning, Bars, Electricity, Fuel, Laundry, Ice, Gift shop, ATM