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About the Sporades Flotilla

The Sporades flotilla visits the beautiful islands of Skopelos, Alonissos and Kira Panagia. There’s the option to visit Skiathos or Peristera too.

Quick Choices - Sporades Flotillas

Base:	Loutraki		Difficulty: Intermediate	Airport: Skiathos
Flights from:		Gatwick, Stansted, London City, Bristol, Birmingham, East Midlands, Manchester & Newcastle
Qualifications:		to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical
Other options:		Skippers available

FLOTILLA PRICES from LOUTRAKI

The area is renowned for it’s small whitewashed villages and sandy beaches. It shot to fame as the location for the filming of the Abba inspired Mamma Mia.

Though a popular holiday area, the crowds thin the further away from Skiathos you go. And the advantage of being on a yacht is you will reach the quiet places where the ferries don’t go.

The sailing is generally excellent, with good winds. This is one of the most popular flotillas and often one of the first to sell out, so book early.

2026 Dates

Flotilla	May	June	July	August	Sept
Sporades	8th 22nd	5th 19th	3rd 17th 31st	14th 28th	11th 25th

View the Sporades flotilla on a map

See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Sporades gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.

Sporades Flotilla Itinerary

Day	Miles	Destination
1: Fri	0	Check in. Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
2: Sat	18	Patitiri Patitiri means wine press, relating to the time when the island of Alonissos was a major grape growing centre. A blight wiped out the wine trade, but all is not lost; if you’re visiting in June, do try the locally grown apricots. The village was once just the harbour for the island’s capital, Chora, a couple ... Read more
3: Sun	19	Kyra Panagia / Pelagos Krya Panagia was settled in ancient times but the only remaining inhabitants are a few people who maintain the churches and monastery. They share the island with several herds of goats, cows and the odd horse. However, the island is better known as home to one of the few remaining Monk Seal colonies and is now ... Read more
4: Mon	14	Steni Vala Steni Vala is a small fishing village, half way up the east side of the island of Alonissos. I really like this place though I’m not sure why, but I’m not alone to judge from the number of bareboat yachts and flotillas that visit. The harbour boasts 3 tavernas, a couple of cafes and a supermarket ... Read more
5: Tue	12	Skopelos Town The whitewashed walls and terracotta roofs of Skopelos ring the large semi-circular bay. Tavernas, cafes, up market boutiques and jewellers ring the quay. Behind this, it’s a world of steps and flowered alleys as you make your way up the hill. There’s little traffic as there’s not much room for roads! Skopelos is Skiathos’s posh sister. It’s much ... Read more
6: Wed	15	Free sailing. Why not try: Skiathos Town Skiathos is an international holiday resort popular with everyone from chic Italians to backpackers, all drawn by the huge number of stunning beaches. The town is the only major settlement on the island but provides all a holidaymaker needs, from ice creams and sun cream to mini markets, bars and restaurants. It’s all done in ... Read more Or: Agnondas Bay / Agnontas Agnondas is a pine fringed bay with one of Skopelos’ better beaches. After a cooling swim, you can dine on fresh fish on the beach. The bay is named after an Olympic winner from 596BC who landed here when returning home. Agnondas also serves as the backup ferry port when conditions are too rough for the ... Read more
7: Thu	5	Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
8: Fri	0	Check out and depart
Average	14	Note: you will do more miles than this!

All routes may be subject to change for weather and operational reasons. Your Lead Crew will keep you advised during the week. Flotilla names may differ from those used by the operator.

More about the Sporades Flotilla

Unusually, the Sporades flotilla is a Friday start to suit the UK charter flights in to the nearest airport, Skiathos. Prices include your transfer between Skiathos Airport and the yacht base at Loutraki.

There is a good choice of 2 and 3 cabin yachts. However, bigger yachts are in short supply, likewise catamarans. So if you need as larger yacht, book early.

This is an intermediate level flotilla, ideal for those with a couple of flotillas under their belt. However, winds can reach up to force 4/5 as you pass between the islands so for those newly qualified I would recommend either a Peloponnese / Saronic Gulf flotilla, or an Ionian flotilla.

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Skiathos flotilla – 2 weeks

About the Skiathos flotilla

The Skiathos flotilla explores the Sporades islands in the east, through to the Gulf of Volos in the west.

Quick Choices - Sporades Flotillas

Base:	Loutraki		Difficulty: Intermediate	Airport: Skiathos
Flights from:		Gatwick, Stansted, London City, Bristol, Birmingham, East Midlands, Manchester & Newcastle
Qualifications:		to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical
Other options:		Skippers available

FLOTILLA PRICES from LOUTRAKI

This is one of Greece’s quieter sailing areas. The bases around the islands have limited capacity and the more extensive facilities in Volos are hard to get to. So you can enjoy this beautiful area without rushing in to get a berth each night.

Around the islands you will find the further east you go, the quieter it gets, most tourists being happy to stay on Skiathos.

Going west it is a mixture of fishing villages and small holiday towns. But its stays true to its roots a it is primarily a holiday area for the Greeks, being hard to reach without a car.

This flotilla comprises two one week routes back to back. This give you a chance to explore alone on the middle weekend. The Lead Crew will brief you on options, which vary a little depending whether you go west first and then east, or the other way around.

2026 Dates

Flotilla	May	June	July	August	Sept
Skiathos flotilla 2 weeks
....East then West	8th 22nd	5th 19th	3rd 17th 31st	14th 28th	11th
....West then East	15th 29th	12th 26th	10th 24th	7th 21st	4th 18th

Skiathos flotilla itineraries – 2 weeks

Sporades flotilla – 1 week

About the Sporades Flotilla

The Sporades flotilla visits the beautiful islands of Skopelos, Alonissos and Kira Panagia. There’s the option to visit Skiathos or Peristera too.

Quick Choices - Sporades Flotillas

Base:	Loutraki		Difficulty: Intermediate	Airport: Skiathos
Flights from:		Gatwick, Stansted, London City, Bristol, Birmingham, East Midlands, Manchester & Newcastle
Qualifications:		to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical
Other options:		Skippers available

FLOTILLA PRICES from LOUTRAKI

The area is renowned for it’s small whitewashed villages and sandy beaches. It shot to fame as the location for the filming of the Abba inspired Mamma Mia.

Though a popular holiday area, the crowds thin the further away from Skiathos you go. And the advantage of being on a yacht is you will reach the quiet places where the ferries don’t go.

The sailing is generally excellent, with good winds. This is one of the most popular flotillas and often one of the first to sell out, so book early.

2026 Dates

Flotilla	May	June	July	August	Sept
Sporades	8th 22nd	5th 19th	3rd 17th 31st	14th 28th	11th 25th

View the Sporades flotilla on a map

See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Sporades gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.

Sporades Flotilla Itinerary

Day	Miles	Destination
1: Fri	0	Check in. Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
2: Sat	18	Patitiri Patitiri means wine press, relating to the time when the island of Alonissos was a major grape growing centre. A blight wiped out the wine trade, but all is not lost; if you’re visiting in June, do try the locally grown apricots. The village was once just the harbour for the island’s capital, Chora, a couple ... Read more
3: Sun	19	Kyra Panagia / Pelagos Krya Panagia was settled in ancient times but the only remaining inhabitants are a few people who maintain the churches and monastery. They share the island with several herds of goats, cows and the odd horse. However, the island is better known as home to one of the few remaining Monk Seal colonies and is now ... Read more
4: Mon	14	Steni Vala Steni Vala is a small fishing village, half way up the east side of the island of Alonissos. I really like this place though I’m not sure why, but I’m not alone to judge from the number of bareboat yachts and flotillas that visit. The harbour boasts 3 tavernas, a couple of cafes and a supermarket ... Read more
5: Tue	12	Skopelos Town The whitewashed walls and terracotta roofs of Skopelos ring the large semi-circular bay. Tavernas, cafes, up market boutiques and jewellers ring the quay. Behind this, it’s a world of steps and flowered alleys as you make your way up the hill. There’s little traffic as there’s not much room for roads! Skopelos is Skiathos’s posh sister. It’s much ... Read more
6: Wed	15	Free sailing. Why not try: Skiathos Town Skiathos is an international holiday resort popular with everyone from chic Italians to backpackers, all drawn by the huge number of stunning beaches. The town is the only major settlement on the island but provides all a holidaymaker needs, from ice creams and sun cream to mini markets, bars and restaurants. It’s all done in ... Read more Or: Agnondas Bay / Agnontas Agnondas is a pine fringed bay with one of Skopelos’ better beaches. After a cooling swim, you can dine on fresh fish on the beach. The bay is named after an Olympic winner from 596BC who landed here when returning home. Agnondas also serves as the backup ferry port when conditions are too rough for the ... Read more
7: Thu	5	Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
8: Fri	0	Check out and depart
Average	14	Note: you will do more miles than this!

All routes may be subject to change for weather and operational reasons. Your Lead Crew will keep you advised during the week. Flotilla names may differ from those used by the operator.

More about the Sporades Flotilla

There is a good choice of 2 and 3 cabin yachts. However, bigger yachts are in short supply, likewise catamarans. So if you need as larger yacht, book early.

Continue reading →

Skiathos itinerary – East then West

View the Skiathos flotilla East then West on a map

See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Sporades gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.

Day	Miles	Destination
1: Fri	0	Check in. Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
2: Sat	18	Patitiri Patitiri means wine press, relating to the time when the island of Alonissos was a major grape growing centre. A blight wiped out the wine trade, but all is not lost; if you’re visiting in June, do try the locally grown apricots. The village was once just the harbour for the island’s capital, Chora, a couple ... Read more
3: Sun	19	Kyra Panagia / Pelagos Krya Panagia was settled in ancient times but the only remaining inhabitants are a few people who maintain the churches and monastery. They share the island with several herds of goats, cows and the odd horse. However, the island is better known as home to one of the few remaining Monk Seal colonies and is now ... Read more
4: Mon	14	Steni Vala Steni Vala is a small fishing village, half way up the east side of the island of Alonissos. I really like this place though I’m not sure why, but I’m not alone to judge from the number of bareboat yachts and flotillas that visit. The harbour boasts 3 tavernas, a couple of cafes and a supermarket ... Read more
5: Tue	12	Skopelos Town The whitewashed walls and terracotta roofs of Skopelos ring the large semi-circular bay. Tavernas, cafes, up market boutiques and jewellers ring the quay. Behind this, it’s a world of steps and flowered alleys as you make your way up the hill. There’s little traffic as there’s not much room for roads! Skopelos is Skiathos’s posh sister. It’s much ... Read more
6: Wed	12	Free sailing. Why not try: Peristeri / Nisos Peristera This island, just east of Alonissos offers a number of excellent sandy beaches. Peristeri is often described as uninhabited but there are in fact a few holiday homes and some fishermen’s refuges. The island is a bit drier than Alonissos, lacking the lush vegetation. There are a number of anchorages available to charter yachts. Many are ... Read more Or: Panormos Bay Panormos is a large pine ringed bay on the west side of Skopelos. The fine pebble beach is popular and lined with sun shades during the day. Your yacht charter will at least give you te chance to see it without the covering of bodies, once the crowds head home. The bay is in fact two. ... Read more
7: Thu	14	Free sailing. Why not try: Skiathos Town Skiathos is an international holiday resort popular with everyone from chic Italians to backpackers, all drawn by the huge number of stunning beaches. The town is the only major settlement on the island but provides all a holidaymaker needs, from ice creams and sun cream to mini markets, bars and restaurants. It’s all done in ... Read more Or: Votsi Votsi is a small bay about a mile north of Patitiri. It’s mainly used by fishermen but there is room for a few charter yachts with lines ashore. There are a couple of tavernas ashore but otherwise it’s main attraction is the peace and quiet compared to the bays further south. If the tavernas don’t take ... Read more
8: Fri	12	Free sailing. Why not try: Agnondas Bay / Agnontas Agnondas is a pine fringed bay with one of Skopelos’ better beaches. After a cooling swim, you can dine on fresh fish on the beach. The bay is named after an Olympic winner from 596BC who landed here when returning home. Agnondas also serves as the backup ferry port when conditions are too rough for the ... Read more Or: Panormos Bay Panormos is a large pine ringed bay on the west side of Skopelos. The fine pebble beach is popular and lined with sun shades during the day. Your yacht charter will at least give you te chance to see it without the covering of bodies, once the crowds head home. The bay is in fact two. ... Read more
9: Sat	15	Koukounaries The large bay at Koukounares is ringed by a beautiful sandy beach which stretches about 1km around the bay. Hidden by the pines behind the beach is a lagoon. The other side of the lagoon is the holiday town of Koukounares. The beach is regarded as the best on Skiathos. The area is a designated nature ... Read more
10: Sun	21	Paleo Trikeri Paleo Trikeri is a tiny island, just a mile long. It’s a place that few tourists reach. The island is covered with olive trees, juniper, oleander and wild flowers, criss-crossed with tracks. There are no roads. Paleo (Old) Trikeri is believed to have been inhabited since the Stone Age. The inhabitants fled to the mainland in post ... Read more
11: Mon	9	Amaliapolis / Nea Mitzela Amaliapolis is a Greek holiday village. Other than visiting charter yachts and flotillas, it sees few foreign visitors. As most Greeks holiday in August, the rest of the time it’s surprisingly quiet and the locals will give you a warm welcome. Amaliapolis was named after Queen Amalia, the first queen of the modern Greek state, in the 1840s. It lies ... Read more
12: Tue	18	Oreoi / Orei Oreoi, on the north end of the island of Evia was was an important shipping centre. The remains of the Acropolis that overlooked the harbour can still be seen. In the main square, is a large marble bull, dating from Hellenistic times which some fishermen caught in 1965. These days, other than a few yacht charters ... Read more
13: Wed	10	Free sailing. Why not try: Pigadi / Pegadi (Ptelou Bay) Pigadi is a small fishing village and is the harbour for the slightly larger settlement inland at Pteleos. There are a number of sandy beaches nearby, the nearest just east of the harbour. Like many places in the area, foreign visitors are largely limited to visiting bareboat and flotilla yachts. It’s more of a Greek ... Read more Or: Achillion / Achilleion / Ahilio Achillion is one of the larger and newer villages on the west side of the Gulf of Volos. The long seafront is lined with tavernas, bars, mini markets and holiday accommodation. Other than bareboat charter yachts and the odd flotilla, most visitors are Greeks. There’s a small beach if you fancy a swim, though there ... Read more
14: Thu	30	Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
15: Fri	0	Disembark
Average	16	Note: you will do more miles than this!

All routes may be subject to change for weather and operational reasons. Your Lead Crew will keep you advised during the week. Flotilla names may differ from those used by the operator.

Skiathos itinerary – West then East

View the Skiathos flotilla West then East on a map

See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Sporades gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.

Day	Miles	Destination
1: Fri	0	Check in. Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
2: Sat	11	Koukounaries The large bay at Koukounares is ringed by a beautiful sandy beach which stretches about 1km around the bay. Hidden by the pines behind the beach is a lagoon. The other side of the lagoon is the holiday town of Koukounares. The beach is regarded as the best on Skiathos. The area is a designated nature ... Read more
3: Sun	21	Paleo Trikeri Paleo Trikeri is a tiny island, just a mile long. It’s a place that few tourists reach. The island is covered with olive trees, juniper, oleander and wild flowers, criss-crossed with tracks. There are no roads. Paleo (Old) Trikeri is believed to have been inhabited since the Stone Age. The inhabitants fled to the mainland in post ... Read more
4: Mon	9	Amaliapolis / Nea Mitzela Amaliapolis is a Greek holiday village. Other than visiting charter yachts and flotillas, it sees few foreign visitors. As most Greeks holiday in August, the rest of the time it’s surprisingly quiet and the locals will give you a warm welcome. Amaliapolis was named after Queen Amalia, the first queen of the modern Greek state, in the 1840s. It lies ... Read more
5: Tue	18	Oreoi / Orei Oreoi, on the north end of the island of Evia was was an important shipping centre. The remains of the Acropolis that overlooked the harbour can still be seen. In the main square, is a large marble bull, dating from Hellenistic times which some fishermen caught in 1965. These days, other than a few yacht charters ... Read more
6: Wed	20	Free sailing. Why not try: Milina / Vathudi Bay Milina was once a fishing and sponge diving centre, but is now unashamedly an international tourist resort, albeit fairly small scale. During the day, there are plenty of activities for both the energetic and the less so, from watersports to monasteries. Come the evening, those wanting a bit of night life will not be disappointed, ... Read more Or: Volos Volos was home to Jason and the Argonauts who sailed from here to find the Golden Fleece. Steeped in history with several archaeological sites nearby, bareboat charter and flotilla visitors will today find a modern but attractive city. The sea front is a traffic free promenade lined with cafes, pastry shops, bars and restaurants. It’s ... Read more
7: Thu	15	Free sailing. Why not try: Pigadi / Pegadi (Ptelou Bay) Pigadi is a small fishing village and is the harbour for the slightly larger settlement inland at Pteleos. There are a number of sandy beaches nearby, the nearest just east of the harbour. Like many places in the area, foreign visitors are largely limited to visiting bareboat and flotilla yachts. It’s more of a Greek ... Read more Or: Tzasteni Tzasteni is one of the prettiest bays in the Pelion. It must also be one of the most photographed. There are a couple of tiny pebbled beaches, somewhat lacking in shade. A handful of houses and a collection of olive trees line the bay. There are no facilities here, not a single restaurant, bar or shop in ... Read more
8: Fri	32	Free sailing. Why not try: Agnondas Bay / Agnontas Agnondas is a pine fringed bay with one of Skopelos’ better beaches. After a cooling swim, you can dine on fresh fish on the beach. The bay is named after an Olympic winner from 596BC who landed here when returning home. Agnondas also serves as the backup ferry port when conditions are too rough for the ... Read more Or: Panormos Bay Panormos is a large pine ringed bay on the west side of Skopelos. The fine pebble beach is popular and lined with sun shades during the day. Your yacht charter will at least give you te chance to see it without the covering of bodies, once the crowds head home. The bay is in fact two. ... Read more
9: Sat	11	Patitiri Patitiri means wine press, relating to the time when the island of Alonissos was a major grape growing centre. A blight wiped out the wine trade, but all is not lost; if you’re visiting in June, do try the locally grown apricots. The village was once just the harbour for the island’s capital, Chora, a couple ... Read more
10: Sun	19	Kyra Panagia / Pelagos Krya Panagia was settled in ancient times but the only remaining inhabitants are a few people who maintain the churches and monastery. They share the island with several herds of goats, cows and the odd horse. However, the island is better known as home to one of the few remaining Monk Seal colonies and is now ... Read more
11: Mon	14	Steni Vala Steni Vala is a small fishing village, half way up the east side of the island of Alonissos. I really like this place though I’m not sure why, but I’m not alone to judge from the number of bareboat yachts and flotillas that visit. The harbour boasts 3 tavernas, a couple of cafes and a supermarket ... Read more
12: Tue	12	Skopelos Town The whitewashed walls and terracotta roofs of Skopelos ring the large semi-circular bay. Tavernas, cafes, up market boutiques and jewellers ring the quay. Behind this, it’s a world of steps and flowered alleys as you make your way up the hill. There’s little traffic as there’s not much room for roads! Skopelos is Skiathos’s posh sister. It’s much ... Read more
13: Wed	15	Free sailing. Why not try: Skiathos Town Skiathos is an international holiday resort popular with everyone from chic Italians to backpackers, all drawn by the huge number of stunning beaches. The town is the only major settlement on the island but provides all a holidaymaker needs, from ice creams and sun cream to mini markets, bars and restaurants. It’s all done in ... Read more Or: Votsi Votsi is a small bay about a mile north of Patitiri. It’s mainly used by fishermen but there is room for a few charter yachts with lines ashore. There are a couple of tavernas ashore but otherwise it’s main attraction is the peace and quiet compared to the bays further south. If the tavernas don’t take ... Read more
14: Thu	5	Loutraki / Glossa As ferry ports go, Loutraki must be one of the prettiest in Greece. It’s a popular stop for yachtsmen and holiday makers from Skiathos seeking a more Greek experience. Some, distracted by the beach, miss the real attraction; the village of Glossa which sits on the hill overlooking the harbour. Here, amongst the narrow alleys ... Read more
15: Fri	0	Disembark
Average	16	Note: you will do more miles than this!

All routes may be subject to change for weather and operational reasons. Your Lead Crew will keep you advised during the week. Flotilla names may differ from those used by the operator.

Continue reading →