Yacht Charter in Corfu

Corfu is a sailing paradise due to its calm waters, warm weather, nearby islands and islets, natural beauty, and a rich history to explore and experience. With rugged mountains, resort-studded shorelines, and sheltered natural harbors, to charter a yacht in Corfu opens you to an experience unlike any other.

Choose from coastline cruising to hopping from one island to another in the Ionian Sea. With Corfu as the perfect jumping-off point to the Ionian Islands, superyachts and catamarans are aplenty. For cruising along the coast and to nearby islands, a monohull or catamaran is ideal. A 40-foot monohull with three cabins for eight people can cost around $2,055 for a day's rent. A catamaran, on the other hand, can cost approximately $3,300. A 112-foot luxury yacht, complete with a sundeck Jacuzzi, jet skis, inflatables, and other water toys on board, can cost around $120,000 for a week's rent.

The yachting season in Corfu falls between April to November, when the weather is at its hottest. The summer months of July and August are peak sailing season, so expect to have much competition for berths at the Gouvia Marina, the largest marina in the northern Ionian Sea.

A full day yacht charter in Corfu can give you many options for itineraries. A catamaran is best for cruising along the coastal villages and beaches or to the islands of Vido, where you can swim and snorkel and visit the nearby islands of Mouse and Lazareto. For a further away destination, cruise anywhere from 2 to 4 hours to reach Sidari, one of the most popular tourist spots in the entire Ionian. Sidari features luscious beaches with stunning sandstone formations, with the most famous being Canal d'Amour Beach, a natural canal created by impressive rock formations.

An overnight yacht charter in Corfu can bring you to Albania, just a short 2-hour cruise from Corfu. Visit Saranda's port city, where many attractions, historical sites, breathtaking beaches, and monasteries are yours to discover. Saranda is a romantic and bustling port city, where you can spend the entire day strolling, exploring, and wandering about. Enjoy the night on the harbor, and make your way to the Butrint National Park in the morning. This park, located near a lake, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an ancient Grek city, named Buthrotum. Layers of vegetation covered this ancient city until archaeologists discovered the ruins. Spend your morning here, then head back to Saranda for lunch before cruising back to Corfu.

From Corfu, you can explore nearby islands in the Ionian Sea and coastal villages in Mainland Greece. We'll start our cruise to the northeast coast and end in Plataria to the south for this one-week liveaboard from Corfu before heading back to the Gouvia Marina.

Day 1: Kalami Bay

Kalami Bay's Mandraki Harbor is a natural cove with sheltered swells, making this an excellent swimming and stand-up paddleboarding spot. One of the harbor highlights is that it's close to the UNESCO Old Town of Corfu, a fantastic maze of narrow, cobblestone streets and lush olive gardens. Enjoy some shopping at Kassiopi, or indulge in the countless traditional restaurants serving Greek cuisine and local wine. Spend your first night on the Bay before heading your way to Lakka, Paxos, in the morning.

Day 2: Lakka, Paxos

Head out into the Ionian Sea and make your way to the island of Paxos. Lakka, the beautiful harbor, offers a beautiful beach and sheltered anchorage, perfect for swimming and water sports activities. Visit Anti Paxos, the smaller sister island of Paxos, known for its short and quiet atmosphere. Explore Anti Paxos with its vineyard and olive groves, as well as soft paths with beautiful greenery.

Day 3: Parga

Parga is a village in mainland Greece and its beaches form the pretty coastline. There are plenty of bars, coffee shops, and tavernas, offering the quintessential Grecian coastal village vibe. The village also has beautiful beaches to spend the day in, where you can swim, snorkel, or enjoy several water toys in its calm waters.

Day 4: Petriti

A quiet and laid back fishing village is located on the east coast of Corfu and features a beautiful sandy beach with shallow waters that allow for safe swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. If you're looking to spend a quiet day in a quiet Grecian coastline town, Petriti provides you with this opportunity. And don't forget to sample the day's catch in any of the traditional seaside tavernas found on the waterfront.

Day 5: Sivota Mourtas

Sivota is a beautiful coastal town but visiting the Sivota Islands group is what you're here for. Visit the three rugged isles that have long been popular with sailors, offering great swim and unwind spots. If you're traveling with children, there's a beautiful waterpark at Monastery Bay. And for the adrenaline junkies, the channel between the mainland and Ay Nikolaos is the perfect spot for water sport activities.

Day 6: Plataria

This bustling harbor town is filled with tavernas and cafes at the seaside. Cruise along the beautiful coastline on mainland Greece and spend your last night on your yacht charter in this lovely traditional Grecian village.

Day 7: Corfu

On your last day, enjoy sailing the coast of the south of mainland Greece as you make your back to Corfu.

A wedding in Corfu offers an opportunity to hold your party on a Grecian island unique in Greece. But to make it an even special occasion, a wedding yacht charter can provide you with a picturesque coastline as your backdrop, with the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea providing the perfect surroundings. Exchange vows as your yacht cruises along various monuments off the coast, old historic fortresses, and ancient ruins. And once you've said your "I Dos," party at sunset where the skies turn from the bluest of blues to different shades of red, orange, and amber. Sip champagne with relaxing music on board, as you make your way back to the Gouvia Marina to end your beautiful wedding on board.

Corfu has everything you need for an ideal yacht charter holiday: calm seas, safe anchorages, warm weather, and plenty of stunning beaches and islands to explore. A luxury superyacht can provide you with luxurious amenities that include ensuite cabins, a pool on the deck, a spa and sauna, and of course, VIP services from day one. Corfu is a unique island in the Ionian Sea with plenty of blissfully beautiful beaches and islands to explore. With calm seas and islands near each other, a yacht charter in Corfu is genuinely the best way to experience your Ionian Sea holiday.