Zakynthos sits in the southern Ionian Sea, protected from the Aegean meltemi by the Peloponnese to the east. The island offers some of the most sheltered cruising in Greek waters, with sea caves, clifftop anchorages and white-pebble beaches accessible only from the water. Charter yachts from 75,000 euros per week range from sailing catamarans to mid-sized motor yachts of 35 to 45 metres.
The northwest coast holds the island’s most dramatic scenery, including Navagio Shipwreck Beach and the Blue Caves of Cape Skinari, both best reached by tender. The sheltered eastern coast around Zakynthos town offers calmer anchorages and easier provisioning, with the harbour marina a reliable base for embarkation. Southern bays near Porto Roma and Gerakas provide quieter retreats away from peak-season crowds.
At 75,000 euros per week the crewed charter includes a professional captain and crew, typically four to five people aboard yachts in this range. An advance provisioning allowance of around 22,500 euros covers fuel, food, drinks and berthing charges, with any unspent sum returned at voyage end.
The season runs from late May through October. July and August attract peak demand. June and September offer near-identical conditions at marginally lower cost, and the Ionian’s gentle winds make Zakynthos a reliable choice for guests seeking calmer seas than the Cyclades.
