About The Kefalonia Flotilla
The Kefalonia flotilla explores the islands of Kefalonia and Ithaca. It’s an intermediate level flotilla.
Quick Choices - South Ionian Flotillas
| Base: | Efimia | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Argostoli |
| Flights from: | Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham, East Midlands & Bournemouth |
| Qualifications: (to self sail) | Minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical |
| Other options: | Skippers available for hire |
First stop is the popular yachting hub of Vathi. Then it’s back to Kefalonia for a visit to Fiskardo. A stop at Assos gives the chance to take in the spectacular scenery of the less visited west coast. The peninsula there is almost an island. It’s held to the mainland by just a narrow isthmus.
Back to Ithaca, you’ll get to visit the sheltered bay at Port Polis. You will see it at its best once the day tripper boats have left.
Then you have a night to go where you will. There’s plenty of choice, including a chance to visit the south of Kefalonia.
2026 Dates
| Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
| Kefalonia | | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th 30th | 13th 27th | 11th |
Kefalonia flotilla Itinerary
View the Kefalonia flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery.
| Day | Miles | Destination |
| 1: Sun | 0 | Check in. - Efimia / Eufimia (Kefalonia)
A holiday town particularly popular with Greeks, which has ensured retention of its Greek atmosphere, Efimia is also a good base to explore the Melissani Cave and Lake.
There are a number of white pebbled beaches a short walk south of the town, or if you want to go a little further afield, you can hire motor boat. ... Read more
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| 2: Mon | 17 | - Vathi (Ithaca)
After many of the small fishing villages that make the staple of a yacht cruise in this area, “big Vathi” (as opposed to “little Vathi” on Meganisi) seems huge. As towns go, its actually pretty small but it is a bit of a hub for both local boats and yachts.
In summer, it’s a lively place, ... Read more
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| 3: Tue | 14 | - Fiskardo (Kefalonia)
A beautiful place of multi coloured houses ringing the clear bay, set at the foot of dense pine clad slopes.
Fiskardo escaped the ravages of the 1953 earthquake and now enjoys a high level of protection from development. This gives a rather up market air and a number of the Hollywood set have visited.
It’s a very ... Read more
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| 4: Wed | 12 | - Assos (Kefalonia)
Assos is a charming quaint village. It’s built around a narrow isthmus which is all that prevents the peninsula becoming an island. The small pebbled beaches are popular with those wanting a swim.
There are several restaurants and cafes clustered around the small horseshoe bay. But before you sit down for dinner, take a walk up ... Read more
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| 5: Thu | 12 | - Polis / Port Polis (Ithaca)
Polis is a pretty bay on the west side of Ithaca, ringed with a shingle beach and popular with swimming parties thanks to the clear waters. Yachtsmen see it at its best – after the beach has emptied at the end of the day. you also have the luxury of the shade on your yacht, ... Read more
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| 6: Fri | 19 | Free sailing. Why not try:- Poros (Kefalonia)
Poros is steeped in mythology. Hercules’ footsteps are stamped in to the hillsides, and rocks thrown at pirates by the Cyclops lie on the beach. Just out of town is the possible burial place of Odysseus and a cave once inhabited by a she-dragon. It’s described in several guides as an unpretentious place!
Situated at the end ... Read more
or if you fancy a shorter sail:- Sami (Kefalonia)
The fishing and ferry port of Sami dates back to Prehistoric times. It was once the capital of Kefalonia.
Sami’s main attractions today are two nearby caves; Melissani and Drogarati, though there are good beaches nearby and some archaeology to explore as well.
Melissani is the result of an underground stream that flows from the other side ... Read more
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| 7: Sat | 14 | - Efimia / Eufimia (Kefalonia)
A holiday town particularly popular with Greeks, which has ensured retention of its Greek atmosphere, Efimia is also a good base to explore the Melissani Cave and Lake.
There are a number of white pebbled beaches a short walk south of the town, or if you want to go a little further afield, you can hire motor boat. ... Read more
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| 8: Sun | 0 | Disembark |
| Average | 15 | 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 Kefalonia Flotilla
Joining day is Sunday. There’s a good selection of yachts from 32 to 50 feet. However it is quite a small fleet. There is the possibility of bringing in additional boats from Lefkas but this comes at a cost.
The nearest airport is Argostoli, often simply called Kefalonia. The transfer time to the base is around an hour. The operator offers optional transfers.
The flotilla prices include a free tank of fuel, dinghy with outboard, end cleaning, comprehensive inventory including bed linen and navigation equipment, a starter pack of supplies, a welcome party and services of the Lead Crew.
For yacht insurance you’ve the choice of the traditional refundable type security deposit or paying a damage waiver. Optional extras include a stand up paddle board and child netting.
