Boat rental in Mykonos: itineraries ideas • Wanderlix

Discover Mykonos and the Cyclades by the sea, do you like it? Here is a mini-guide on the boat rental in Mykonos!

Cosmopolite and festive, Mykonos is renowned for its crazy nights where the entire international jet-set is located. Ranked among the most famous destinations in southern Europe, the one that is surnamed the Greek St. Tropez is also sought by boaters for its strategic position in the heart of the Cyclades . In the centre of the circle formed by the archipelago, Mykonos is indeed the ideal starting point for radiating between the islands of the southern Aege.

Delos, Milos, Amorgos, Naxos, Ios, Folegandros, Samos or Santorini make you dream? Why not rent a boat at the marina of Tourlos and go to their discovery, along the wind and at your pace. To help you organize your cruise, Wanderlix has prepared a special boat rental guide in Mykonos.

Ideas of itineraries by boat from Mykonos

Among the many navigation routes in Mykonos, we have selected three cruise ideas to discover the time of a weekend, over a week or ten days.

Mykonos - Delos, the time of a weekend

At the start of the port of Tourlos, set the course on Delos, the smallest island in the Cyclades. Considered as the central point of the archipelago, this sacred island is according to mythology the cradle of Apollo and Artemis.

Accessible on a day-to-day basis, this UNESCO-listed island is home to the most beautiful archaeological site in the Aegean Sea. The nearby island of Rhenia also deserves a stopover for its clear and clear waters.

On the programme: Visits to the terrace of lions, the house of Dionysos and the temple of Isis on Delos. Ascension of Mont Cynthe and swimming in secret coves and deserted beaches on Rhenia.

Mykonos - Santorini – Mykonos via Naxos in one week

Mykonos, Naxos, Koufonissi, Santorini, Ios, Paros, the route of this week’s cruise around Mykonos makes you discover a different island every day. Among the must-sees of the South Cyclades, do not miss:

• Mount Zeus (1,001 metres), the cave of Rina, the temples of Apollo and Demeter, the Kouros of Apollo and Flerio in Naxos;
• The village of Ano Koufonissi, the cave of Ksylompatis and the natural swimming pool the eye of the Devil to Koufonissi ;
• The ancient cities of Thera and Akrotiri, the vineyards of Pyrgos, the crater of Nea Kamenithe warm waters of Palea Kameni and the caldeira in Santorini;
• The natural port of Ormos, the tomb of Hormer, the beach of Klima and the bay of Manganari to Ios ;
• Surfing, windsurfing and kite on the beaches of Pounda, Platia Ammos or Santa Maria, the fishing port of Naoussa, the Byzantine trail linking Lefkes to Prodromos, the church Panagia Ekatontapiliani to Paros.

Mykonos – Santorini – Crete – Mykonos: a two-week cruise

Your two-week cruise to Mykonos will lead you from the port of Tourlos to the Marina of Naoussa. You will then lift the anchor for the port of Karavostasi to Ios, then lift the sails to the marina of Vlychada.

After a day of navigation, you will reach the port of Heraklion Crete. You will then set the course on Agios Nikolaos Marina. When you return, you will stop in Katapola on Island of Amorgos and finally go to the port of Tourlos, your starting point on Mykonos.

A few highlights in Santorini, Crete and Amorgos:

• The hiking trail of Imerovigli to the rock of Skaros, the beach of Vlychada, Red Beach and White Beach in Santorini;
• Heraklion, Cnossos Palace, Ágios Nikólaos, the lake of Voulismeni, the Gulf of Mirabello and the fortress island of Spinalonga in Crete;
• The monastery of Chozoviotissa, the beach of Agia Ana, the bay of Aegiali and Katapola in Amorgos.

What type of boat rent in Mykonos?

You will find different models of boats for rent at the port of Mykonos. For a trip of one or more days, you can choose to:

• A motor boat;
• A sailboat;
• A catamaran;
• A schooner;
• A semi-rigid;
• A jet-ski;
• A yacht.

What is the price of a boat rental in Mykonos?

The price of a boat rental in Mykonos depends on the type of boat and the season. Rates for a day in the summer season vary between:

• 170 € and 4 200 € for a motor boat with captain (or enters 125 € and 800 without captain;
• 225 € and 1 400 € for a sailboat with captain (225 € and 800 without captain;
• 405 € and 2 000 € for a catamaran with captain (from 405 € without captain;
• 240 € and 1 200 € for a semi-rigid with captain (240 € and 900 € without captain;
• 900 € and 4 700 € for a jet-ski;
• 900 € and 4 700 € for a yacht with captain.

Good to know: these prices do not take into account the fuel. All boat rentals include mandatory lifesaving equipment: buoys, lifejackets for children and adults and an extinguisher.

How to rent a boat in Mykonos?

Renting a boat in Mykonos can be done in two ways: directly at the marina of Tourlos or on the internet. By making your reservation online, you will enjoy a larger offer and save time.

Some specialized sites such as Click emphasizeBoat relate to individuals or professionals offering boat rentals in Mykonos. You can also get there rent the services of a skipper . This solution is all indicated if you are not an aguerri sailor or do not have a boat permit.

To make the cruise more fun, don’t hesitate to book Additional equipment like tubas, buoys, palms, wakeboards...

Is there a permit to sail to Mykonos?

Boat rental in Mykonos or Greece requires a licence generally for vessels over 30 cv. If you rent a sailboat or a motor boat whose power is less than 30 cv, you can drive without a boat permit .

Good to know: the boat permits recognized in their country of origin (member countries of the European Union) are valid in Greece. You can therefore rent a boat in Mykonos with a French pleasure permit.

Our tips to navigate in Mykonos?

Before we lift the anchor, monitor weather . During the hot months, Mykonos, the Cyclades and the Aegean are swept by the Meltem . This north wind, active from April to October, can blow strong gusts in July and August, sometimes making it difficult to navigate between the islands.

What is the best time to sail to Mykonos?

The ideal time to navigate the Cyclades is between the end of spring and the beginning of autumn. Clearly, the best time for a boat rental in Mykonos is spreading between May and October .

Keep in mind that in the summer, tourism is at its maximum. Book your boat long in advance is more than ever recommended!

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