Saronic gulf pilot book

The islands of hydra and spetses lie at the northeast tip of the peloponnese, between the saronic gulf and the argolic gulf and are also. Greece, sea guide is a series of four a3 sized books that cover the whole of the greek coastlines and seas, as follows. Book online cheap ferry tickets to saronic gulf at bookferry. Narrative, books for children, cookery, medical, humour. Tips for sailing the saronic islands in greece the. With its proximity to athens, the saronic gulf area includes the prime yachting waters in greece.

Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey and greece and. The one day cruise to the saronic gulf islands of aegina, poros and hydra is the best way to see these islands all year round. The argolic gulf tends to be quieter than the saronic as it is further from athens and the kalamaki marina charterers. These islands can be visited on the oneday saronic cruise which boasts a 364dayayear schedule since even in bad weather the saronic gulf is. The wind eased and we continued under engine, arriving at ermioni at 6. Saronic gulf pilot chart eagle ray pc1 galanos bros. The app includes information about navigational points of interest and instructions for departure and arrival to ports and all other marine shelters such as. Family and friends in the saronic and argolic gulfspart1. Decorative view of the island and the saronic gulf. It is filled with many ancient historic sites and popular tourist areas, such as the akropolis. The gulf of athens, known as the saronic gulf, is one of the most popular destinations in the mediterranean for a variety of reasons the weather is pleasant, spectacular views, bays, charming towns, low prices and high accessibility. The organisation of so much detail within the confines of a single volume is an impressive achievement and has been the basis of greek waters pilot s status as the indispensable guide for anyone sailing around greece. The argolic area includes some beautiful unspoilt isolated spots. James imray and son published an extensive list of charts and pilot books.

Besides the fantastical whitewalled fortified towns like hydra rising from the sparkling mediterranean, youll discover authentic greek culture and traditional tastes, with no shortage of tiny tavernas that explode into a lively and unforgettable. With so many islands to explore, sailing is the best way to make the most of your trip. It is the ideal companion for charterers and flotilla sailors providing not only clear pilotage but also background information on visiting greece, notes on history, food and wine and places to visit on the coast and inland. The 10 best saronic gulf islands tours tripadvisor. Does anyone have experience or suggestions of any yards or reliable guardiennage people. To save yourself money and help pay site costs buy discounted charts and pilot books through our book store alternatively, send me the price of a beer or two. Sailing holidays in megara enjoy sailing holidays in greece. There are many marinas along the coastline near the attic coast, so savvy sailors avoid the chartered areas and sail toward the east coast of the. Approaching to ormos koiladhia nisos lpsili and the light structure to the w of the island is conspicuous fl 5s 9m. This page describes the more general aspects of sailboat cruising in greece. If youd rather see the full listings on a single page, click here. As a chartbook, it contains all the nautical charts needed in order to navigate, enriched with local information on weather, winds, currents and special characteristics of each place.

Apr 12, 2016 buy the relevant pilot guide before leaving to get a general impression of your cruising area. Flotilla fun in the saronic gulf a firstever flotilla holiday for experienced sailors caroline stevens and her husband tom proves a hit in the saronic gulf of the greek aegean charter special f ear of flying means its not unusual to see me pacing nervously around the departure lounge at the airport, but for once this was not the main focus. It defines the eastern side of the isthmus of corinth, being the eastern terminus of the corinth canal, which cuts across the isthmus. Reprinted january 2017 each volume contains all the charts together with navigational information, port and bay plans for the area covered. Saronic and argolic gulfs revised edition by imray isbn. Approaches and marinas of glyfada and agios kosmas. Eagleray publications online store nautical chart pilot book. You will get conflicting instructions from officials about what is required. The argosaronic islands travel guide what to do in the.

Flotilla fun in the saronic gulf a firstever flotilla holiday for experienced sailors caroline stevens and her husband tom proves a hit in the saronic gulf of the greek aegean charter special. You will visit hydra, the haven of the artistic world and favorite jet set destination, the quaint island of poros and the historic aegina, an island that was a major naval force during antiquity and now has the ruins to prove it. The greek islands make up 20% of the total area of greece, an ideal yachting area, creating a coastline of more than 15000 kilometres. These destinations have it all saronic gulf worlds pilot. Saronic gulf overlooked by the magnificent acropolis and iconic parthenon temple, athens has an extraordinary amount to offer in the way of history, culture and art. Also you can request more detailed information about the sailingyacht or the charter territory aegean saronic gulf cyclades. Aigina the island of aigina lies in the middle of saronic gulf and is second in volume to salamina island. Dec 31, 2018 the pilot book states that on the black basalt slopes a short distance north there is an old caldera and suggests it is worth a look. Nautical charts and maps of greece and turkey greek waters pilot and sailing. The saronic gulf saronikos kolpos forms the northern sailing area from.

Southern peloponnisos this imray chart covers the ionian sea southern peloponese cape malea south argolic gulf to monemvasia. This area includes some beautiful small harbours and coves as well as the worldfamous asklepion and theatre at epidauros. Five islands to visit when sailing in the saronic gulf. Amidst the blue of the saronic gulf, well protected on its own smaller gulf of epidavros, with the scent from the valleys orange blossoms meeting the sea breeze in its picturesque and friendly port, with pine trees descending its slopes to offer their shade to its beautiful beaches, ancient epidavros, traditional yet modern, both tranquil and. Greece, sea guide is a chartbook and a pilot book that is sold in 4 volumes areas covering all of the greek waters. Wind 1 oceanis clipper 331 hermes yachting, piraeus. Greek waters pilot is the definitive cruising guide to the coasts and islands of greece.

The town is surrounded by vineyards as well as farms producing olive oil, wheat, citrus fruits, tomatoes and potatoes. Saronic and argolic gulfs athens sailing holidays and yacht. How safe to leave yacht in summer, i am told that ribs come from athens to rob boats. You can find more about the area in the following pilot books. The climate along this coastline is mediterranean in character. Set sail to discover the real greece the telegraph. Sailpilot concerns all sailing enthusiasts and yachting professionals. The saronic gulf islands dot the waters nearest athens and offer a fast track to greek island life. Sailing holidays in epidavros let explore the sailing holidays area. A carefree oneday cruise from the capital to three nearby picturesque islands of the saronic gulf. Flotilla fun in the saronic gulf nautilus yachting. Read about itineraries, activities, places to stay and travel essentials and get inspiration from the blog in the best guide to the argo saronic islands. Greek waters pilot rod heikell a yachtsmans guide to the entire area from the ionian islands to the aegean.

The 10 best saronic gulf islands beaches with photos. A great benefit of the saronic sailing area is that the attic athenian coast protects the waters from the full extent of the meltemi, reducing the reach and so allowing flatter. Free delivery option to europe and express delivery available worldwide. Just type your question into the fields in the contact form below. As with all greek islands, each of the saronics has a unique feel and culture, so you can hop between classical heritage, resort beaches, exquisite architecture and remote escapism. We found great results, but some are outside saronic gulf islands. Ermioni claims to have the oldest restaurant in the whole saronic gulf, which is right by the quay, and although there must be another dozen restaurants in the region boasting a similar claim, the food is worth a detour. The saronic gulf extends in the west from the famous corinth canal, a sheersided. Jun 10, 2019 the first greek waters pilot mobile app sail pilot is a mobile navigation guide that includes detailed information for 190 islands, 227 islets, 242 ports, 317 small harbours, 47 marinas, 111 fishing shelters, 775 capes, 29 channels, 493 coves, 52 straits, 2 navigation instructionsand more, always updated with the latest notices to mariners. Rod heikells west aegean is a cruising guide to the attic coast, eastern peloponnese, western cyclades and northern sporades. Greece, sea guide is a chartbook and a pilot book that is sold in 4 volumes areas covering all of 89.

Greece saronic gulf ormos koiladhia i worlds pilot. Plan your visit to the argo saronic islands, greece. I am looking for a safe place to leave my yacht around the saronic gulf this summer, preferably on the peleponese coast or local islands. These give detail of what to see and do, and the facilities ashore.

Those who have braved it seem to agree the odour is greatly overstated and rather a non issue. Type your name, full adress and email and click the blue button book now. Sailing in the saronic gulf greek sails sailing holidays. Its inhabitants and their agriculture occupy mostly the.

He tried racing in the hauraki gulf but was really not much good at it. A sign on the road just outside the hamlet points to the volcano so, mike, steve and i decided to go and take a look. In aegina you can tour the ancient temple of aphaia, in poros take a walk to the clock tower and admire the panaoramic view. Heres a list of the chart numbers covering the area. Greece sea guide volume 1 saronic, argolic, kythera, cyclades and crete. Koiladhia island lies at the entrance of the bay both w and e of the island has navigable waters. For the saronic gulf, the classic pilot and guide is rod and lucinda heikells west aegean imray. Dec 05, 2014 a yachtsmans guide to the ionian and aegean coasts and islands of greece. The greek islands of argo saronic also known as saronic islands form an archipelago in greece, located and named after the saronic gulf, near athens the most important islands of this group are aegina, agistri, methana, poros, hydra, spetses. Nautical charts and maps of greece and turkey greek waters pilot and sailing maps for your yacht charter vacations. Bavaria 46 yacht details saronic and corinth flotilla. Though europes oldest city, it also has a modern sophistication characterised.

The pilot book greece, seaguide the seaguide is a very special book, a handmade product which in a way goes against the current, against a global market that is oriented more and more towards the cheapest. Fountain pajot saona 47 supersonic octopus yachting. Saronic and argolic gulfs, cyclades, crete pilot book. Epidavros is a historic region of argolida in the eastern side, located at the foot of mountains arachnaio, premium and tithio, where asclepius was born according to mythology. I sailed the saronic islands with the yacht week greece and fell in love. Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey and. Joined 31 jan 2007 messages 235 location gloucestershire uk. Book your perfect vacation rental in saronic gulf islands, greece on flipkey today.

The law outlining what is required of leisure boats, written in greek of course, is not published to visitors. A travel book such as the rough guide to greece is a definitive. We always had imray greek pilot book on our charter boats, but it was for the first time that we have imray charts, portland plotter and divider, handheld bearing compass, etc. Yacht charter oceanis 50 family sueno from kalamaki athens. Welcome to the saronic islands a land of ancient history, myth, and quintessential greek seaside villages. The right hand menu leads to pages describing each region in far more detail. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey and greece. Saronic and argolic gulfs map folded map, 1 mar 2010. Settled weather is nice, the sky is blue, the winds do what the pilot book says quite a lot in some areas. Though europes oldest city, it also has a modern sophistication characterised by lively street life, cosmopolitan hotels and swanky bars. Book cheap ferry tickets to saronic gulf bookferry. Sailing greece yacht charter greece and sailing holidays. This map provides you with useful information that will aid you in planning.

This imray chart covers athens and the saronic gulf, poros, methana, aegina, salamis, entrance of corinth canal, cape sounion. By lunchtime we were in hydra, the saronic gulfs answer to st tropez, having squeezed into the tiny, packed. Alimos marina is the largest of the marinas in greece. Welcome to our sailing area in the saronic gulf, lying to the north of poros and the south of athens. On the way across the saronic gulf we didnt see any other boats, and the wind got up to nearly 30 knots.

The saronic gulf lies to the north of poros and includes some beautiful. The saronic gulf islands are the closest to athens and can be reached in an hour or less by highspeed in the case of aegina and agistri, and are great for daytrips and overnights even in the winter. Bavaria 46 2016 4 cabins 3 heads this new model 4 cabin yacht is ideal for 3 to 4 couples and families, with the spacious cockpit benefiting from twin wheels and bathing deck. Here are my tips for sailing the saronic islands in greece. She has a comprehensive specification, with bimini and sprayhood, chartplotter, electric windlass, holding tank, autopilot, dinghy and outboard all as standard. A yachtsmans guide to the ionian and aegean coasts and islands of greece.

Norie and wilson, founded by jw norie, whose nautical tables are still supplied to navigators across the. This imray chart covers athens, the argolic gulf, the saronic gulf, poros. It covers the entire area from the ionian islands to the aegean, rhodes and crete and includes details of over 450 harbours in a single volume. Covers aigina and poros in the saronic gulf, and down the eastern side of the peloponnese, includining idhra. It is immediately accessible from the marinas in athens, it is relatively sheltered from the strong meltemi winds making it a great place for those taking their first sailing steps and it has some great islands to visit all within easy sailing distance. Saronic gulf cruises are the perfect passport to this popular aegean destination. The ultimate pilot guides for greece the publications from eagle ray are the most detailed pilot charts available. Our expert will call you immediately to answer your questions. The argolic gulf lies due west of poros and tucks up into the peloponnese mainland. Megara is an ancient city in attica, on the saronic gulf opposite the island of salamis. Sailing in the argolic gulf greek sails sailing holidays. Dhioryga tis korinthou connects the gulf of corinth with the saronic gulf in the aegean sea.

Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey, greece. Rh laurie and sons was associated with charts published for the east india company. The long charter season starts as early as march when air temperatures rise above the seawater temperatures. The area includes major historic sites such as mycenae, hydra idhra and navplion. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Myrtoan sea, northeast aegean, saronic islands, corinthian gulf and. Nautical charts online chart imrayg14, saronic and. Sailing holidays in epidavros enjoy sailing holidays in greece. We use cookies as a coffee snack and to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. With three islands in one day and a luxurious vessel to traverse the crystal clear waters of the saronic gulf, this is an unmissable opportunity. By 4pm we were in the shelter of hydra, sailing up a beautiful wide channel between the island and the mainland. Greek waters pilot has been painstakingly compiled from the authors own survey work and the latest firsthand information. The saronic islands in the gulf have played a pivotal role in the.