Hiring a catamaran is an excellent way to explore the hidden beauty of Lesvos. Lesvos is located between Chios and Limnos in Greece and has over 200 recorded beaches. Near the coasts, there are many islets, secluded coves, and bays where you can dock your vessel and enjoy a unique sailing experience. Lesvos has several picturesque marinas, allowing you to easily find the ideal catamaran of your choice. You can directly contact the owners of the vessels for the ideal vessel, or simply allow a BednBlue travel expert to guide you with some suggestions.
You have plenty of options:
You can book and hire a catamaran with a skipper, or without one if you own a license, and enjoy a one-day cruise to Psara or Ayvalik. You also have the option to rent a catamaran and enjoy a 3-day or 4-day charter to nearby islands such as Chios. Finally, a catamaran offers plenty of space to throw a party or celebrate a business promotional event.
Lesvos is a beautiful Greek island in the Northeast Aegean Sea, close to Turkey. It is the third-largest island in Greece, also renowned for being the bird-watching capital of Europe. Guests may be interested to go sightseeing before they rent a yacht in Lesvos. As a member of UNESCO’S Global Geoparks Network with nearly 11 million olive trees and home to The Petrified Forest, you can have the ultimate escape. The Byzantine castle is one of the largest in the Mediterranean and sits in the main town of Mytilene, the capital of the island. Mytilene is an aristocratic town rich with monuments, churches and shops yet offers the perfect blend for tourists with exciting nightlife and student-fuelled bars. With so many wonderful hiking trails, forests, and a wealth of attractions, you can combine your sightseeing with a catamaran charter in Lesvos and make your vacation here totally worthwhile.
If you rent a catamaran in Lesvos can depart from the capital, Mytilene. From here you can begin exploring the unspoiled beaches off the coast. Below the castle of Mytilene, you can find the organized beach of Tsamakia, popular to many tourists with all sorts of amenities. You can also enjoy a half-day cruise to the bay of Geras. This beautiful bay has a sandy cove known as Tsilia, ideal for moments of relaxation and tranquility. You can also tour the 7 km long coastline of Vatera, one of the most beautiful beaches in Lesvos with crystal clear waters. You can practice water sports and enjoy eating at a tavern by the beach.
Along the east and south coast of Lesvos, you will always find bars, restaurants, and shops. Kratigos, Charamida, Agios Ermogenis, Skala Polichnitou are some examples. For the best and strongest ouzo on the island, a stop to Plomari is highly recommended, the Barbayiannis Ouzo Museum presents the production of it. From Mytilene, you can also enjoy a day trip to Psara, roughly 60 nautical miles away. By renting a catamaran in Lesvos, you can also cruise to Ayvalik in Turkey. Ayvalik offers guests, pristine beaches and is near the city of Istanbul, a city that merges eastern and western culture.
Sailing on the northern coast of Lesvos, you will have endless secluded coves you can pick from. Molivos and Eftalou are blue-flagged beaches on the shore that are great for swimming and snorkeling. Eftalou beach has nine interlinked coves, you can also visit the famed hot springs in the same area. In-between your sailing, the village of Molivos has a charming harbor where you can moor your vessel. Molivos is a unique medieval settlement with a castle known as Mythimna which hosts numerous cultural events during the summer. You can also roam around the town, catch sight of stone roof houses or sip on cocktails, and taste the local delicacies in any tavern.
Finally, you can easily reach Chios, Samos, Cesme, and Kusadasi are some exciting destinations near Turkey you can also cruise to. With a skipper on board, you will have no trouble anchoring in hidden coves, bays, and secluded beaches.
Below you will find some useful information for your catamaran charter in Lesvos.
Mytilini Marina: Located on the southeast edge of the island, close to the center of Mytilene town. This marina has a total capacity of 222 berths and all boats are maintained and well-protected from the winds. There are refueling services, car parking, free WI-FI, and restaurants within the marina zone.
The airport of Lesvos is located 8 km away from Mytilene and receives daily flights from Athens and Thessaloniki.
Skala Sykamnia: A fishing village on the northern side of the island. It has a few mooring spots for boats that depart towards the Asia Minor coast. Here you can catch one of the most beautiful sunsets on the island.
Skala Polichnitou: A tiny village with a small harbor located in the south of the island, a little further from Vatera Beach. Great for boat trips to or from the bay of Kalloni. There are a couple of tavernas in the harbor.
Skala Eressou Marina: A seaside village with a small harbor and a beach, awarded the blue flag in 2006. The town is famed for being the birthplace of Sappho, a famous lyric poet. Skala Eressos is also a popular resort for women in Europe, and the streets are vehicle-free, creating a laid-back atmosphere.
The road distance between Mytilene International Airport and Skala Eressos is roughly 85 km. The distance by sea is roughly 58 km.
Port Sigri: The second-largest port in Lesvos and is able to accommodate all types of vessels and ship-size ferry boats. Situated on the western coast and offers good shelter from the Meltemi. Water is available on the quay, there are also fishing boats anchoring in the bay to the north of the port.
Mytilene International Airport is roughly 62 km away from Port Sigri, a 2-hour drive.
Plomari Marina: Situated on the south coast of Lesvos. On the north quay, there is space for yachts to anchor with good shelter.
Molyvos Harbour: Located in the city of Mythimna and accepts vessels with a max depth of 4 m. Water and electricity are offered for boats, and there are some excellent restaurants in the vicinity.
Mytilene International Airport is 67 km away from Molivos Harbour.
There are ferry routes to Lesvos from Piraeus, Chios, Ikaria, Inousses, Limnos, Mykonos, Patmos, Psara, Samos, Syros.
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