Charter destination · Greece
Saronic
ISLANDS
Best season
May–October
Main bases
Athens
Good for
Short charters (5–7 days)
Why charter here
The Saronic Islands offer a unique combination: proximity to Athens (perfect for fly-in/fly-out charters), genuine car-free island character, and the quintessential Greek sailing experience without the distances of the Aegean. Hydra — with its donkeys, artists, and beautiful harbour — alone justifies the trip. Add the aristocratic Spetses, the Temple of Aphaea on Aegina, and the uncrowded Poros Straits, and you have a week of pure joy.
Ideal for
Short charters (5–7 days)
Fly & sail convenience
Cultural interest
Sailing purists
What to see & do
01
Explore Hydra on foot or by donkey — no cars allowed on the island
02
Swim at the pine-fringed beaches of Spetses
03
Visit the Temple of Aphaea on Aegina, one of Greece’s best-preserved ancient temples
04
Sail through the Poros Straits — one of the Mediterranean’s most scenic passages
05
Dine on fresh fish at Hydra’s harbour-side restaurants
06
Day trip to Athens to visit the Acropolis
Best season
May to October. July and August are hot and busy. May, June and September offer ideal conditions — warm, breezy, and far less crowded. October can still be wonderful with uncrowded anchorages.
Practical info
Main base: Athens (Piraeus or Alimos Marina). Flights direct to Athens from most European cities. Greek charter tax (NAT) applies. Excellent provisioning available in Athens before departure.