Lefkas one-week bareboat
- Line-of-sight sailing
- Kitesurfing Milos beach
- Traditional Grecian villages
- Perfect pebble and sand beaches
- Snorkel the emerald Sivota islands
- Fine local wines and delicious food
Escape to an Ionian idyll
A storied and historic island surrounded by the sparkling Ionian Sea, Lefkas lets sailors discover the famous Heptanese Islands of Kefalonia, Ithaca, and Meganisi. Sheltered anchorages, calm conditions, and easy mooring options make Lefkas the perfect destination for newly qualified sailors.
Lefkas features prominently in Greek mythology, and it’s easy to see why. The island’s spectacular coastline boasts white sand beaches, sheltered coves and towering cliffs in abundance. Today, Lefkas represents the perfect getaway for those tired of the hustle and bustle of city life. Explore the imposing ruins of the medieval Santa Maura Fortress, indulge in some of the watersports the island is famous for, or simply relax on the quiet beaches.
Explore Greece’s Ionian Coast and many of the other Heptanese Islands from our base on Lefkas, including Kefalonia, Ithaca, and the numerous tiny islets for which Greece is rightly known. You’ll take in the culture, cuisine, and nightlife of the Ionian Coast and relax in the sun with beautiful Grecian scenery as your backdrop. Lefkas is the launchpad for your perfect island-hopping getaway.
Bareboat routes
Lefkas one-week bareboatFlotilla routes
Meganisi one-week flotillaSuggested bareboat itineraries
You, a fully provisioned yacht and the open ocean—with a bareboat charter vacation—it’s as simple as that. Use our marina at Lefkas as your base to explore the Ionian Islands, sailing to your own schedule with nothing on your mind beyond where to visit next. A bareboat charter vacation is the most carefree and adventurous way to sail the Ionian Sea.
Flotilla itineraries
Those in search of a sociable, communal Grecian getaway will make new friends and share memorable experiences on one of our Ionian flotilla vacations. Using mythical Lefkas as your base, sail the Grecian coastline and island hop your way through the Ionian Islands, improving your sailing skills and confidence on the water along the way.
Special flotillas
Keep an eye out for our special flotillas, which we change every year. This year we’re looking forward to our exclusively adults flotilla. If you want to get qualified on your flotilla vacation this year, our Flotilla Hero package lets you earn your RYA accreditation while enjoying a sailing vacation in sunny Lefkas.
Sailing schools
Learn to sail at one of our bases. From the Mediterranean to the Caribbean, Thailand to Australia, or even a bit closer to home at our Port Solent base, our RYA qualified instructors teach you all the skills you’ll need on your sailing holiday.
View CoursesExperience required
Sailing experience level
1
At least 5 days or 100 miles as skipper on an equivalent size yacht
Level 1 destinations offer the easiest, most forgiving sailing, ideal for novices and less experienced sailors. Lazy line mooring, line-of-sight navigation and calm conditions mean you won’t sail outside your comfort zone.
Qualifications required
ICC
International Certificate of Competence
To sail in this destination, you'll need an ICC qualification. Please note: The RYA Day Skipper qualification is not accepted in Greece at this time.
Try a skippered holiday
- Relax and let your skipper take charge
- Be as hands on or laid back as you like
- Learn from an expert skipper
- Gain local knowledge and recommendations
- Peace of mind and safety on the water
- Discretion and privacy when you need it
Sailing conditions
| Max temp (°F) | Min temp (°F) | Avg precipitation (mm) | Avg wind speed (knots) | Dominant wind direction (Lefkas) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54 | 43 | 140 | 14 | SE |
| February | 54 | 43 | 129 | 20 | SE |
| March | 14 | 46 | 91 | 17 | SE |
| April | 64 | 10 | 68 | 20 | WNW |
| May | 72 | 14 | 42 | 21 | WNW |
| June | 79 | 64 | 64 | 24 | WNW |
| July | 82 | 68 | 10 | 27 | WNW |
| August | 84 | 68 | 61 | 25 | WNW |
| September | 77 | 64 | 48 | 22 | W |
| October | 72 | 14 | 125 | 17 | SE |
| November | 63 | 11 | 172 | 14 | SE |
| December | 13 | 7 | 184 | 13 | NE |
Address
Lefkas Marina
East Shore Lefkada
311 00 Greece
Base opening hours
Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
April 1 - November 17
Nearest airport
Preveza Airport
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