Ionian flotilla holidays provide the first taste of flotilla sailing for many. The gentle sailing around islands like Lefkas, Ithaca and Meganisi is ideal for families and less experienced crews. For those wanting longer windier sailing, the Kefalonia flotillas take you into more open seas.
Easy Ionian Flotillas
Many Ionian flotilla holidays start from the Lefkas area and head south around the islands. Ports vary from bustling holiday towns, to fishing villages where the few visitors almost all arrive by sea. From Corfu there are option to sail nort or south.
To sail your own yacht you need experience to ICC or RYA Day Skipper level. With some flotillas, there’s the option to gain a certificate during your holiday. The Ionian flotilla holidays can also be combined with a beach club holiday. In truth, I still think the Peloponnese flotillas are better for beginners. However the numbers going to the Ionian suggest I’m in a minority.
Kefalonia flotillas
These Ionian flotilla holidays reach as far south as the island of Zante. They’re aimed at those with some previous experience who want the Ionian charm but a bit more wind. It’s the same mix of small towns and villages but taking in some quieter less visited destinations.
Ionian flotilla choices
North Ionian flotillas from Corfu 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Faraway | 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th 26th | 9th 23th | 6th 20th | ||
Paxos | 3rd 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th 30th | 13th 27th | 4th 11th 18th |
Mid Ionian flotillas from Lefkas 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Ithaca | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th | |
Lefkas | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th |
Mid Ionian flotillas from Palairos 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Fiskardo | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th | |
Vathi | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 19th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th |
South Ionian flotillas from Kefalonia 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Kefalonia | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th | |
Zante | 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
About the Faraway flotilla
The 1 week Faraway flotilla explores the region north of Corfu. It’s an easy flotilla, an ideal introduction for the less experienced.

Base: | Gouvia | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Corfu | |
Flights from: | Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Manchester, Newcastle | |||
Qualifications: | to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical | |||
Other options: | Skippers available. | |||
Includes: | Outboard (larger yachts), transfers | |||
Extras: | Outboard (smaller yachts), towels |
The flotilla reaches up to Greece’s most northerly islands, the Diapontia Islands, which translates as the Faraways. Along the way you will visit bays, villages and towns on Corfu and the mainland.
It’s a good mix of tranquil anchorages and livelier stops. There are countless swimming opportunities and the chance to try some watersports. For the culture vultures there are monasteries and archaeological sites to visit.
The Faraway flotilla also offers a range of cuisine from traditionally Greek to Corfu’s top quality tourist fare and Kassiopi’s traditional English breakfasts!
2025 Dates
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Faraway | 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th 26th | 9th 23th | 6th 20th |
Faraway flotilla itinerary
View the Faraway flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination
1: Sat 0 Check in.
2: Sun 11
3: Mon 17
4: Tue 1
5: Wed 17
6: Thu 8
7: Fri 4
8: Sat 0 Check out and depart
Average 10 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 Flotilla
There is a range of yachts from 2 to 4 cabins, with newer and older modelsavailable. Yachts over 36ft come with an autopilot. Yachts over 39ft include an outboard for the dinghy.
The nearest airport is Corfu, about 10-15 minutes by road from the base at Gouvia Marina. There are daily flights from London, Manchester and Edinburgh.
The flotilla price includes airport transfers (1 round trip per yacht)
Other 1 week and 2 week flotilla options are available from this base. The 1 week Paxos flotilla takes you south of Corfu. The two 1 week flotillas can be joined to give a 2 week flotilla, going either north then south or south then north, depending which week you start.
Route
Difficulty: Easy Departs: Sundays from Palairos Nearest airport: Preveza
Flights from: Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol
Operates: Alternate weeks May to October.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Fiskardo | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th |
Itinerary
View the Fiskardo flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 15 |
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3: Tue | 12 |
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4: Wed | 18 |
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5: Thu | 13 |
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6: Fri | 2 |
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7: Sat | 8 |
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8: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 11 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
About the Ithaca flotilla
The Ithaca flotilla offers easy sailing. Starting from the island of Lefkas, the flotilla visits Meganisi, Kefalonia and Ithaca. There’s a chance to visit Kalamos or Kastos too.

Base: | Nikiana | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Preveza | |
Flights from: | Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester & Edinburgh | |||
Qualifications: | to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical | |||
Other options: | Skippers available or combine your flotilla with an RYA sailing course or Beach Club stay. |
The flotilla offers the full Ionian experience. The colourful houses of Fiskardo contrast with the traditional whitewashed walls of sleepy Spartochori. You’ll visit the windsurfing capital, Vasiliki and the popular village of Frikes.
The Ithaca flotilla offers a good selection of yacht sizes. There’s a good mix of older and newer boats available.
There’s an associated RYA sailing school so those lacking a skippers certificate can take a course whilst sailing with the flotilla.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Ithaca | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th |
Ithaca flotilla Itinerary
View the Ithaca flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For details of what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 11 |
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3: Tue | 12 |
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4: Wed | 9 |
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5: Thu | 15 |
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6: Fri | 16 | Free sailing. There are countless options. Why not try:
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7: Sat | 19 |
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8: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 14 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
More about the Ithaca flotilla
The flotilla sails from Sivota. Unusually, the flotilla starts on Sundays. This is to suit the UK charter flights.
The nearest airport is Preveza. Preveza is served by direct flights from Gatwick, Bristol and Manchester. The flotilla operator offers optional transfers between the airport and the yacht base.
The associated sailing school offers RYA recognised skippering and crewing courses. You can have an instructor on board your yacht, or you can share a Tuition Yacht with others.
The operator also has a Beach Club nearby; the Nikiana Beach Club. You can combine a week on flotilla with a week at the Club. The Club offers extensive dinghy and windsurf options. Paddleboards and kayaks are also available and equipment hire is free.
About The Kefalonia Flotilla
The Kefalonia flotilla explores the islands of Kefalonia and Ithaca. It’s an intermediate level flotilla.

Base: | Efimia | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Argostoli | |
Flights from: | Gatwick, 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.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Kefalonia | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th |
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 |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 17 |
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3: Tue | 14 |
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4: Wed | 12 |
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5: Thu | 12 |
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6: Fri | 19 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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7: Sat | 14 |
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8: Sun | 0 | Disembark |
Average | 15 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
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.
About the Lefkas Flotilla
The Lefkas flotilla visits the islands of Meganisi, Ithaca and Kalymnos. It’s an easy flotilla. It runs from Sivota, at the south end of Lefkas Island. The nearest airport is Preveza.

Base: | Nikiana | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Preveza | |
Flights from: | Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester & Edinburgh | |||
Qualifications: | to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical | |||
Other options: | Skippers available or combine your flotilla with an RYA sailing course or Beach Club stay. |
The flotilla takes in some less visited stops, including Palairos and Port Leone. But it doesn’t ignore more familiar stops such as “little” Vathi. You will get a day free sailing giving the chance to visit Frikes or Kioni on Ithaca.
There’s a good range of yachts on offer. These include older and newer boats. Sizes range from 2 to 5 cabins.
The flotilla has an associated RYA Sailing School. This means you can take a skippers certificate whilst sailing with the flotilla.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Lefkas | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th |
Lefkas flotilla Itinerary
View the Lefkas flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For details of what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 6 |
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3: Tue | 9 |
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4: Wed | 13 |
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5: Thu | 3 | It's Beach Party night at:
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6: Fri | 14 | Free Sailing. There are numerous options. Why not try:
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7: Sat | 19 |
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8: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 10 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
More about the Flotilla.
Unusually, the Lefkas flotilla is a Sunday start. This is to fit in with UK charter flights.
The nearest airport is Preveza, about 50 minutes drive away. The airport has direct flights from Gatwick, Bristol and Manchester. Optional transfers are available between the airport and the yacht base.
The associated sailing school offers RYA crewing and skippering courses. These can be done either by taking an instructor on board your yacht, or taking a berth on a Tuition Yacht.
The flotilla operator has a Beach Club nearby. This give the option of combining your flotilla with a week ashore. The price includes free use of the extensive range of equipment. This includes dinghies, windsurfs, kayaks and paddleboards.
About the Paxos flotilla
The 1 week Paxos flotilla explores the area south of Corfu. It’s an easy flotilla, an ideal introduction for the less experienced.

Base: | Gouvia | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Corfu | |
Flights from: | Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Manchester, Newcastle | |||
Qualifications: | to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical | |||
Other options: | Skippers available. | |||
Includes: | Outboard (larger yachts), transfers | |||
Extras: | Outboard (smaller yachts), towels |
The flotilla takes in a variety of towns and villages, both islands and on the mainland. There are plenty of beaches to enjoy and the opportunity to try some watersports. There are some good walks too.
You will visit ancient settlements and newer developments. Plataria dates from the 2nd century BC whilst Petriti is only about 50 year old. You’d be hard pushed to tell though – it looks much older.
The Paxos flotilla stops at some less visited places where traditional food will predominate. Elsewhere, you will find some anglicisation of menus – this is after all a popular tourist area.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Paxos | 3rd 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th 30th | 13th 27th | 4th 11th 18th |
Paxos flotilla itinerary
View the Paxos flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination
1: Sat 0 Check in.
2: Sun 15
3: Mon 22
4: Tue 8
5: Wed 17
6: Thu 22
7: Fri 4
8: Sat 0 Check out and depart
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 Flotilla
There is a good choice of yachts from 2 to 4 cabins, including newer and older models. Yachts over 36ft include an autopilot. Yachts over 39ft include an outboard for the dinghy.
The nearest airport is Corfu, about 10-15 minutes by road from the yacht base. Corfu has daily flights from London, Manchester and Edinburgh.
The price includes airport transfers (1 round trip per yacht)
There are other 1 week and 2 week flotilla options available from this base. The 1 week Faraway flotilla takes you north of Corfu. The two 1 week flotillas can be joined to give a 2 week flotilla, going either north then south or south then north, depending which week you start.
Vathi flotilla Route
Difficulty: Easy Departs: Sundays from Palairos Nearest airport: Preveza
Flights from: Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol
Operates: Alternate weeks May to October.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Vathi | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 19th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th |
Vathi flotilla Itinerary
View the Vathi flotilla on a map
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 15 |
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3: Tue | 17 |
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4: Wed | 7 |
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5: Thu | 18 |
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6: Fri | 16 |
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7: Sat | 9 |
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8: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 14 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
About the Zante flotilla
The Zante flotilla is the most southerly Ionian flotilla. It runs down to the popular holiday island, returning via the Peloponnese mainland.

Base: | Efimia | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Argostoli | |
Flights from: | Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham, East Midlands & Bournemouth | |||
Qualifications: (to self sail) | Minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical | |||
Other options: | Skippers available for hire |
As well as visiting Zante Town itself, the flotilla stops at Agios Nikolaos. This little fishing village is in stark contrast to the bustle of Zante. There’s also the chance to call in at the scenic Shipwreck Bay.
There’s also the chance to visit the towns of Poros and Sami. From Sami, you can visit the Melissani and Drogarati caves. If you prefer somewhere quieter, the long beach at Kato Kastelios is sparsely populated and a great place to relax.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Zante | 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
Zante flotilla Itinerary
View the Zante flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 14 |
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3: Tue | 24 |
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4: Wed | 13 |
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5: Thu | 29 |
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6: Fri | 13 | Free sailing: Why not head for:
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7: Sat | 11 |
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8: Sun | 0 | Disembark |
Average | 17 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
More about the Zante flotilla
You’ll embark on Sunday and set sail the next day. There’s a good range of yachts from 32 to 50 feet. However the fleet is fairly small so don’t leave it too late to book. It is possible to bring addition boat down from Lefkas but this adds to the cost.
The nearest airport is Argostoli, sometimes just referred to as Kefalonia. Transfer time to the base is about an hour. The operator offers optional transfers.
The flotilla prices include a free tank of fuel, end cleaning, dinghy with outboard, 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 there are two options: You can lodge the traditional refundable security deposit. Alternatively you can pay a damage waiver which avoids the need for the security deposit.
North Ionian flotillas from Corfu 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Corfu 2 weeks: | |||||||
...North then South | 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th 26th | 9th 23th | 6th 20th | ||
...South then North | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th 30th | 13th |
Mid Ionian flotillas from Lefkas 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Ithaca 2 weeks | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th | |
Lefkas 2 weeks | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
Mid Ionian flotillas from Palairos 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Fiskardo 2 weeks | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th | |
Vathi 2 weeks | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 19th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
South Ionian flotillas from Kefalonia 2025
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Kefalonia 2 weeks | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | ||
Zante 2 weeks | 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
About the Corfu flotilla – North then South
The 2 week Corfu flotilla explores the areas north and south of Corfu. It’s an easy flotilla, ideal for the less experienced and a great introduction to the north Ionian.

Base: | Gouvia | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Corfu | |
Flights from: | Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Manchester, Newcastle | |||
Qualifications: | to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical | |||
Other options: | Skippers available. | |||
Includes: | Outboard (larger yachts), transfers | |||
Extras: | Outboard (smaller yachts), towels |
Depending which week you start you will either go north first and then south, or vice versa. Over the middle weekend you will get a couple of days to sail where you wish, known as free sailing. The Lead Crew will brief you on options.
The flotilla reaches up to Greece’s most northerly islands, the Diapontia Islands, which translates as the Faraways. It goes as far south as the south end of Paxos, though you can get a little further south during your free sailing.
It’s a good mix of tranquil villages and livelier stops. There are countless swimming opportunities and the chance to try some watersports. For the culture vultures there are monasteries and archaeological sites to visit.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Corfu 2 weeks: | |||||||
...North then South | 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th 26th | 9th 23th | 6th 20th | ||
...South then North | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th 30th | 13th |
Corfu North then South flotilla itinerary
View the Corfu North South flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination
1: Sat 0 Check in.
2: Sun 11
3: Mon 17
4: Tue 1
5: Wed 17
6: Thu 8
7: Fri 31 Free sailing: I suggest
or
8: Sat 5 Free sailing: Why not try
or
9: Sun 15
10: Mon 22
11: Tue 8
12: Wed 17
13: Thu 22
14: Fri 24
15: Sat 0 Check out and depart
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.
About the Corfu flotilla – South then North
The 2 week Corfu flotilla explores the areas north and south of Corfu. It’s an easy flotilla, ideal for the less experienced and a great introduction to the north Ionian.

Base: | Gouvia | Difficulty: Easy | Airport: Corfu | |
Flights from: | Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Manchester, Newcastle | |||
Qualifications: | to sail yourself: minimum ICC or RYA Coastal Skipper Practical | |||
Other options: | Skippers available. | |||
Includes: | Outboard (larger yachts), transfers | |||
Extras: | Outboard (smaller yachts), towels |
Depending which week you start you will either go north first and then south, or vice versa. Over the middle weekend you will get a couple of days to sail where you wish, known as free sailing. The Lead Crew will brief you on options.
The flotilla reaches up to Greece’s most northerly islands, the Diapontia Islands, which translates as the Faraways. It goes as far south as the south end of Paxos, though you can get a little further south during your free sailing.
It’s a good mix of tranquil villages and livelier stops. There are countless swimming opportunities and the chance to try some watersports. For the culture vultures there are monasteries and archaeological sites to visit.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Corfu 2 weeks: | |||||||
...North then South | 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th 26th | 9th 23th | 6th 20th | ||
...South then North | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th 19th | 2nd 16th 30th | 13th |
Corfu South then North flotilla itinerary
View the Corfu South North flotilla on a mapSee About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotillas; inclusions and options.
Day Miles Destination
1: Sat 0 Check in.
2: Sun 15
3: Mon 22
4: Tue 8
5: Wed 17
6: Thu 22
7: Fri 19 Free sailing: I suggest
or
8: Sat 28 Free sailing: Why not try
or
9: Sun 11
10: Mon 17
11: Tue 1
12: Wed 17
13: Thu 8
14: Fri 4
15: Sat 0 Check out and depart
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.
Route
Difficulty: Easy Departs: Sundays from Palairos Nearest airport: Preveza
Flights from: Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol
Operates: Alternate weeks May to October.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Fiskardo 2 weeks | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th |
Itinerary
View the Fiskardo flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination | |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 15 |
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3: Tue | 12 |
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4: Wed | 18 |
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5: Thu | 13 |
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6: Fri | 2 |
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7: Sat | 16 | Free sailing. I suggest:
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8: Sun | 20 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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9: Mon | 15 |
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10: Tue | 17 |
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11: Wed | 7 |
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12: Thu | 18 |
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13: Fri | 16 |
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14: Sat | 9 |
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15: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart | |
Average | 14 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
Route
Difficulty: Easy Departs: Sundays from Nikiana Nearest airport: Preveza
Flights from: Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester & Edinburgh
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September. Special routes operate in April
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Ithaca 2 weeks | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th | 12th |
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For details of what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Itinerary
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 11 |
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3: Tue | 12 |
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4: Wed | 9 |
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5: Thu | 15 |
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6: Fri | 15 | Free sailing. There are countless options. Why not try:
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7: Sat | 16 | Free sailing. How about:
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8: Sun | 16 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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9: Mon | 19 |
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10: Tue | 9 |
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11: Wed | 13 |
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12: Thu | 3 | It's Beach Party night at:
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13: Fri | 14 | Free Sailing. There are numerous options. Why not try:
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14: Sat | 19 |
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15: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 12 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
Kefalonia flotilla Route
Difficulty: Moderate Departs: Sundays from Efimia Nearest airport: Argostoli
Flights from: Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Kefalonia 2 weeks | 11th 25th | 8th 22nd | 6th 20th | 3rd 17th 31st | 14th 28th |
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. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 17 |
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3: Tue | 14 |
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4: Wed | 12 |
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5: Thu | 12 |
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6: Fri | 26 | Free sailing: Why not explore the south:
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7: Sat | 20 | Free sailing: Head for:
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8: Sun | 29 | Free sailing: I'd suggest:
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9: Mon | 14 |
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10: Tue | 24 |
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11: Wed | 13 |
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12: Thu | 29 |
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13: Fri | 22 | Free sailing: Why not head for:
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14: Sat | 24 |
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15: Sun | 0 | Disembark |
Average | 20 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
Route
Difficulty: Easy Departs: Sundays from Nikiana Nearest airport: Preveza
Flights from: Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester & Edinburgh
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September. Special routes operate in April
2025 Dates
Flotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Lefkas 2 weeks | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For details of what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Itinerary
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 7 |
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3: Tue | 9 |
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4: Wed | 13 |
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5: Thu | 3 | It's Beach Party night at:
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6: Fri | 17 | Free Sailing. There are numerous options. Why not try:
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7: Sat | 17 | Free sailing. How about:
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8: Sun | 9 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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9: Mon | 13 |
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10: Tue | 12 |
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11: Wed | 9 |
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12: Thu | 15 |
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13: Fri | 16 | Free sailing. There are countless options. Why not try:
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14: Sat | 19 |
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15: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart |
Average | 12 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
Vathi Route
Difficulty: Easy Departs: Sundays from Palairos Nearest airport: Preveza
Flights from: Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol
Operates: Alternate weeks May to October.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Vathi 2 weeks | 4th 18th | 1st 15th 19th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
Itinerary
View the Sivota flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination | |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 15 |
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3: Tue | 17 |
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4: Wed | 7 |
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5: Thu | 18 |
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6: Fri | 16 |
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7: Sat | 15 | Free sailing. I suggest:
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8: Sun | 15 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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9: Mon | 15 |
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10: Tue | 12 |
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11: Wed | 18 |
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12: Thu | 13 |
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13: Fri | 2 |
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14: Sat | 8 |
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15: Sun | 0 | Check out and depart | |
Average | 13.153846153846 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
Zante flotilla Route
Difficulty: Moderate Departs: Sundays from Efimia Nearest airport: Argostoli
Flights from: Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol
Operates: Alternate weeks May to September.
2025 DatesFlotilla | Apr | May | June | July | August | Sept | Oct |
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Zante 2 weeks | 18th | 1st 15th 29th | 13th 27th | 10th 24th | 7th 21st | 5th |
Zante flotilla Itinerary
View the Zante flotilla on a map
See About the maps for Key and more information. You can see photos of the area in the Ionian gallery. For what’s included see Flotilla inclusions and options.
Day | Miles | Destination |
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1: Sun | 0 | Check in.
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2: Mon | 14 |
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3: Tue | 24 |
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4: Wed | 13 |
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5: Thu | 29 |
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6: Fri | 23 | Free sailing: I suggest
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7: Sat | 17 | Free sailing: So many options to choose from. How about:
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8: Sun | 12 | Free sailing: you're spoilt for choice again. How about:
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9: Mon | 18 |
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10: Tue | 14 |
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11: Wed | 12 |
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12: Thu | 12 |
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13: Fri | 19 | Free sailing. Why not try:
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14: Sat | 14 |
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15: Sun | 0 | Disembark |
Average | 17 | Note: you will do more miles than this! |
More about Ionian flotilla holidays
There is a good selections of yachts available of between 2 and 4 cabins, with a few 5 cabin boats too.

The nearest airport are Corfu, Preveza for the Lefkas area and Argostoli for Kefalonia. All are served by flights from a good range of UK airports.
For those travelling from elsewhere, there are charters from Europe. Alternatively you can change in Athens for internal flights to both Kefalonia and Corfu (however, not Preveza).
The operators offer transfers aither as part of the flotilla package or as optional extras.
Lefkas has an RYA accredited sailing school, run by one of the flotilla operators. They offer cabins on Tuition yachts sharing the yachts with other students, sailing with the flotilla. If you prefer, you can take an instructor on your own flotilla yacht. Courses available include Competent Crew, Day Skipper and the International Certificate of Competence (ICC).