CATAMARAN SAILING TRIP CORFU / IONIAN SEA

TURQUOISE WATER AND DREAM BEACHES

Corfu and the other Ionian Islands form an ideal sailing area for a relaxing sailing holiday. Greek hospitality, varied island landscapes and a pleasant sailing breeze are the best prerequisites. The Mistral determines the rhythm of life for the Ionian Sea. Those who embrace it will experience fantastic sailing and Greece at its finest.

⚓green island of Corfu
⚓ideal for sailing beginners
⚓daytime thermal winds that drop in the evening
⚓UNESCO World Heritage Site: Old Town of Corfu
⚓easy to reach with direct flights

SAILING AREA
Corfu is known as "the green island" thanks to its lush vegetation. It offers a diverse backdrop: fascinating mountains, wide sandy beaches, anchorages with rustic tavernas, olive groves and hills with evergreen cypresses, rocky coves with crystal-clear water, tourist-developed coastal stretches and dreamy villages with simple huts. Culturally, Corfu has been shaped by the Corinthians, the Venetians and the English, among others.

The Ionian Sea captivates not only with its distinctive flora but also with special wind conditions. Whilst the Aegean is usually characterised by strong winds, the west of Greece is somewhat calmer. Perfect for beginners!

Just a few nautical miles east of Corfu, we sail past the bare mountain ridges (1,300 m high) of the Greek mainland, which drop steeply towards the coast. Shallow lagoons and deserted sandy beaches alternate with sheltered anchorages and idyllic fishing harbours.

Under full sail we reach the rugged west coast of the island of Paxos. In a perfectly sheltered anchorage we enjoy the sunset with a sundowner drink or experience a shared restaurant visit in a small fishing village. With good winds, the week-long trip may take us as far as Lefkada, one of the most beautiful islands in the Ionian Sea.

This sailing area has countless beautiful anchorages, high mountain ridges, valleys and coastal stretches with lush pine forests and towns with visible cultural wealth: abundant nature, authentic Greece. Here in Odysseus' realm, sailors' hearts are truly fulfilled!

In summer the winds are steady. From the end of May to the end of September, the wind blows predominantly from north-westerly directions. After a very light morning breeze, the wind often freshens to force 2–5 around midday. The weather is almost always sunny and temperatures in July and August reach around 32°C, which are quite bearable on the water. In late summer there may occasionally be a brief shower.

Water temp. avg. 20–25°C
Air temp. avg. 26–32°C

LIFE ON BOARD
The crew plans the sailing route together with the skipper. The desires, mood and various interests of those sailing along, as well as wind, weather and organisational aspects are all taken into account. The skipper instructs the entire crew: sailing to get hands-on and experience! At the beginning of the trip, the ship's kitty is set up for all running trip expenses as well as for basic provisions on board.

Yacht details are examples. We swap depending on demand!