Tselevinia Islands
Exploring Poros Sailing Holidays area
Tselevinia (Skylli and Spathi) are small inhabited islands at the eastern part of Peloponnisos. They are located between Poros and Hydra and have great isolated beaches with blue-colored waters.
Navigational Aids
Poros town harbor provides an excellent shelter but, because of the constant traffic of large and small ferries, there is an almost continual wash caused by their wakes. Also, during south winds, there can be gusts.
The harbor of Aegina, being close to Athens, is always crowded - especially at weekends. Yachts moor stern / bow-to using their anchors either on the North quay, where there are depths of 2.
The Old Harbor or Báltiza is the only yacht harbor in the island. It is almost always crowded and has been used for a long time.
The harbor of Hydra is always very crowded in high season and is best avoided at that time. Early spring is the best time to visit, when it is usually possible to moor either on the south quay or the inside of the north breakwater (where, however, it shallows as you go further in).
As Poros town is built on a small peninsula surrounded by quays, along the south and northwest sides, the harbour provides excellent shelter all year round. The closest airport to Poros island is the International Airport of Athens (IATA: ATH) and from the airport or the city centre, visitors can go to the port of Piraeus and take the ferry to Poros.
Skala is the second port in Agistri, along with Milos. Μooring in Skala`s port is recommended for smaller boats, because it is quite shallow and has reefs right in front of the port`s entrance.
Aegina Harbour, being close to Athens, is always crowded - especially during weekends. Yachts moor stern/bow-to using their anchors either on the north quay, where there are depths of 2.
Sited in an environment of outstanding natural beauty, the Marina offers users near-absolute privacy and is a preferred mooring place for vessels of high-profile owners. Its location inside the peninsula makes mooring even safer, while the broader environmental criteria applied, which focus on the protection of the marine and terrestrial areas, create a competitive advantage.
Consists of 4 artificial small harbors located on the beach of Glyfada. Serving yachts, boats and water sport crafts.
Marina Zea, also called Pasalimani, is situated on the west side of Piraeus port, 44km away from Athens Airport El. Venizelos (IATA: ATH).
Flisvos Marina provides high-class facilities and services for yachts and mega yachts from around the world. Flisvos is operating according to top international standards with special attention to the needs of mega yachts.
Kalamaki or Alimos Marina is one of the largest marinas in Greece and is considered the ideal base for sea-loving voyagers eager to explore the Greek islands, many of which are within leisurely sailing distance (i.e.
Vouliagmeni lake is located just 12 km from the Marina Kalamaki. The water of the lake is 50 to 100 meters deep with highest temperature 30°C.
The Theater of Epidaurus was built in 340 BC. It is situated in the archaeological site of the Sanctuary of Asklepios, a half-hour away from Nafplio.
The Averof Warship is probably the most impressive surviving naval vessel of the Hellenic Navy. The Averof was launched in 1911 and remained active for more than 40 years.
Saint Nektarios (1846–1920) Metropolitan of Pentapolis and Wonderworker of Aegina, was officially recognised as a Saint by the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople in 1961. His Feast Day is celebrated every year on 9 November.
Mardraki is an attractive anchorage less than a mile East of Hydra Harbor. It is exposed, however, to the North Anchor in 3-6 m over sand, weed, and mud.
Zoyioryia Bay is a lovely deep cove. The water is very clear and you are surrounded by a pine forest).
Immediately to the west of Cape Sounion there is a small bay that is, unfortunately, often full of boats, but from there you can visit one of Greece's most beautiful ancient sites : Poseidon's Temple. It can be seen from quite a distance on its rocky pedestal.
The Monastery of Dormition (Kimisi Theotokou), stands the middle of the quayside in Hydra's port. It was founded around 1645, based on the plans of Venetian and Genoese architects.
The Temple of Aphaia is considered to be one of the architectural wonders of ancient Greece. The architecture of the temple is in the Doric style but an influence of the Ionic culture is prominently seen as well.
Dapia is the heart of Spetses Town and the new harbor of the island. Above Dapia the panoramic neighborhood of Kastelli rises.
Palaia Epidavros, meaning Old Epidavros, is a small, calm and picturesque town on the coast of Saronikos bay, full of olive and orange trees. In its small port, yachts and sailing boats tie up near the fishing boats.
A renowned rustic barbecue house in the heart of Poros town, within walking distance from the main harbour. The family’s butcher shop supplies the house with its finest products, everything is grilled on coals and the portions are hearty.
'Elias' is the name of a small waterside taverna in Cape Sounio lying on the edge of the bay with a breathtaking view on the Temple of Posiedon atop the cliffs.
Chill over a delicious seafood feast washed down with a good local wine or ouzo and watch the sunset from the picturesque bay.
Balux Café is a beautiful place in Glyfada, for those who want to enjoy a drink or a cocktail bythe sea. In Balux there is always loud music playing by famous DJs.
Stavento is one of the most popular clubs in the Old Harbor of Spetses. The club offers a splendid veranda with a view directly to the old harbor of Spetses, a part that reminds a painting, with the many and traditional kaiki boats.
Lagoudera, the previous name of Omilos bar-restaurant, was one of the most famous restaurants in Greece, visited by many international celebrities, such as, The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Jackie Kennedy, Maria Callas and Aristotelis Onassis. It is situated in an excellent location, with amazing sea views and atmosphere.
Sinialo is a stylish cafe facing the port of Hydra. It serves coffee, drinks, snacks and a few traditional desserts.
The Avra beach is the closest beach to the port of Aegina town. It is located in front of the archeological site of Kolona and at walking distance from the ferries.
This small beach situated at the north side of Aegina town, before the Kolona archaeological site and the archaeological museum. Next to the beach there is a row of tavernas that offer tables with the view on the sea, for moderate price.