Hiring a boat is the ideal way to explore the hidden beauty of Messolonghi. A non-touristic city near Nafpaktos that offers visitors to enjoy the beauty of Western Greece. Sailing along the coast, you can discover isolated beaches and bays and enjoy the Ionian islands for the ultimate experience. You can easily find the ideal catamaran, sailboat, motor yacht or speedboat of your choice from Messolonghi’s unique marina. You can directly contact the owners of the vessels for the ideal boat, or simply allow a BednBlue travel expert to guide you with some suggestions.
Plenty of options:
You can book and hire a sailboat or speedboat with a skipper, or without if you own a license, and enjoy a one-day cruise to Nafpaktos or Patra. You also have the option to rent a motorboat and tour various beaches near the Gulf of Patra and the Corinthian Gulf. If you book a catamaran, you will have plenty of space to throw a party or enjoy a romantic sunset cruise with your special someone. Finally, you can hire a luxury yacht or sailboat and go island-hopping in the Ionian Sea for as many days as you wish, making sure to include Messolonghi as a starting or ending point to your itinerary.
Messolonghi (or Missolonghi) is a unique city with the largest lagoon in Greece. It is divided by the Gulf of Patra and the rivers of Evinos and Acheloos. The lagoon extends at a length of 27.3 km and is an important ecosystem that sustains the life of birds, fish and the people living around it. In ancient times, the lagoon was a natural stronghold that protected its people against intrusion. The swampy soils and marshes prevented easy access of any colonizing seafaring vessels. Around the 17th and 18th centuries, Messolonghi became an important commercial port with a seafaring fleet that showed great prosperity. Pigkos is one of the oldest merchant vessels that was mainly used in Messolonghi, it weighed over 82 tons and could carry more than 15 people. Additionally, the Fregata was a heavy cruiser that belonged to the sailors of Kefalonia and Messolonghi that crossed the Ionian and Adriatic Sea. The vessel carried about 30-40 cannons with an average capacity of 72 tons. With such large merchant vessels, Messolonghi developed to be a prominent commercial and maritime center. Today, visitors can take a walk in the Garden of Heroes at the entrance of the city, dedicated to the memory of the fighters during The Exodus of Messolnghi (where they tried to gain freedom from the Ottomans). Tucked away from this lovely monument, one can head for a secluded retreat to Greece’s best-kept secrets by sailing Messolnghi on a catamaran, sailboat, or motor yacht of their choice.
With a boat rental cruise from Messolonghi, you can discover the Ionian islands and the hidden gems of the Patraikos Gulf. You also have the option to visit picturesque villages and beaches near Messolonghi, that go all the way up to the Corinthian Gulf. About 5 kilometers from Messolonghi, you will find Tourlida Beach, known for its peaceful waters on a narrow islet. Right opposite the port of Messolonghi you can visit the city of Achaia. Nearby you can enjoy a cruise with a motorboat to the beaches of Lakkopetra, Miforeika, Kalamaki, and Kalogria. They all have fresh and clean waters and are suitable for water sport activities. Approaching the Gulf of Patra you can make stops at the seaside towns of Akrata and Aigio which are at the foothills of the mountains Helmos and Panachaikon. Right opposite, you can stop by Galaxidi, also a popular starting point for any Ionian sailing charter.
If you have decided to rent a sailboat or catamaran in the Ionian islands, you can end your trip to Messolonghi. Corfu lies to the north of the Ionian islands and has an abundance of hidden treasures, quaint anchorages, and stunning villages. Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian islands and also has an assortment of idyllic beaches with intriguing towns known as Fiskardo and Argostoli. From Kefalonia, you can enjoy a day trip to Ithaca and stop at the magical island of Zakynthos the next day. For a week cruise, you can enjoy exploring the Paxoi islands, Meganisi, Kastos, and finally, reach Messolonghi and Nafpaktos. Nafpaktos extends on a beautiful circular-walled harbor and is a fantastic overnight trip on any yacht charter experience in Greece.
Below you will find some useful information for your boat rentals in Messolonghi.
Messolonghi Marina: The marina is located in the center of the protected lagoon. Covers a total of 210 moorings for all types of vessels. The marina went through a final phase in 2021 where it can now accommodate vessels that reach up to 50 m in length and a max draft of 6 m. There is 24/7 security for all yachts and parking within the marina zone. You can also find a grand café, mini market, and a restaurant nearby too.
Messolonghi Marina is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes away from Araxos Airport (in Patra) and 1 hour and 40 minutes from Aktion National Airport.
Messolnghi is 240 km away from Athens.
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