TRANSFER
30 minutes by road
Travel from Aktion Airport (PVK) to the marina by road before boarding.
Departure Port
Plan a Lefkas Yacht Charter in Greece
Start your private crewed yacht charter from Lefkas, Greece. Compare live yacht availability, review departure options, and plan a tailored sailing route with YachtCloud.
Port
Lefkas
Country
Greece
Fleet
37 yachts
Guests
6-25 guests
Cabins
3-12 cabins
Yacht Types
Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Yacht
Why start your yacht charter from Lefkas?
Lefkas yacht charter begins with a 30 minutes by road transfer from Aktion Airport (PVK). At the marina, water and electricity reach all berths, while a fuel station, supermarket and outdoor car parking support a straightforward boarding day for guests.
The classic flotilla itinerary passes through Vathi, Meganisi, Sivota, Lefkada and Fiscardo, Kefalonia, while the hidden-harbours route includes Kastos and Kioni, Ithaca. A separate stop selection adds Porto Varco, Varko Bay and Port Leone, Kalamos for itinerary conversations before boarding.
Explore the Greece charter guide for a wider view of the country, then return to this page for Lefkas boarding details, flotilla routes and nearby harbour stops. Read the Greece yacht charter guide.
Port planning snapshot
MARINA
Water and electricity
All berths have water and electricity for practical pre-departure preparations on arrival.
FLEET
37 yachts
Choose from Catamaran, Gulet and Motor Yacht options with 6-25 guests on board.
ROUTES
Classic and hidden harbours
Depart from Lefkas Marina on named flotilla itineraries that return to the same marina.
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Departure Base
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Mykonos
Mykonos pairs lively nightlife and a cosmopolitan atmosphere with beaches, windmills and traditional white-washed buildings.
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Kos
Kos blends an ancient harbour, Greek ruins, sandy beaches and tavernas, while serving as a gateway to the Dodecanese islands.
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Idhra (Hydra)
Hydra maintains traditional charm without cars, where guests travel by foot, donkey or boat.
View Idhra (Hydra)Getting to Lefkas
Guests can arrive via Aktion Airport (PVK) and make the 30 minutes by road transfer to the marina. Boarding is supported by water and electricity at all berths, a fuel station, WC and showers, plus outdoor car parking.
Aktion Airport (PVK)
30 minutes by road
Water and electricity at all berths
WC and showers
Outdoor car parking
24/7 security and CCTV
Sample itinerary ideas
Use these as a starting point when planning from Lefkas. We can tailor the route to your pace, guest mix, and preferred balance of cruising, swimming, and time ashore.
Classic Flotilla Circuit
Follow the classic flotilla itinerary through Vathi, Meganisi, Sivota, Lefkada, Fiscardo, Kefalonia and Palairos, beginning and ending at Lefkas Marina with a named harbour sequence for your charter discussion.
Hidden Harbours Route
Take the hidden harbours flotilla itinerary via Palairos, Kastos, Kioni, Ithaca and Abelike Bay, Meganisi, with Lefkas Marina marking the departure and return points on the route.
Harbours and Anchorages
Explore the stop selection featuring Porto Varco, Varko Bay, Port Leone, Kalamos, Spilia, Meganisi and Megalo Limonari Beach, Meganisi, alongside the departing flotilla choices from Lefkas Marina.
Best routes from Lefkas
Routes from Lefkas can be shaped around short escapes, classic week charters, or longer one-way itineraries depending on yacht availability and your preferred cruising rhythm.
7 Day Lefkas Classic Flotilla Itinerary
This itinerary leaves Lefkas Marina for Vathi, Meganisi, Sivota, Lefkada, Fiscardo, Kefalonia and Palairos, before returning to Lefkas Marina. It gives a named sequence for discussing a classic flotilla departure.
Best for: A structured circuit of named harbours
7 Day Lefkas Hidden Harbours Flotilla Itinerary
This itinerary departs Lefkas Marina through Palairos, Kastos, Kioni, Ithaca and Abelike Bay, Meganisi, then returns to Lefkas Marina. It frames a hidden harbours route around a distinct set of named stops.
Best for: Guests drawn to named harbour stops
Explore routes from Lefkas
From Lefkas, charters explore the Cyclades — Athens, Kea, Mykonos, Paros, Naxos and more. Use the map to explore route ideas and charter stops.
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Marker meaningsDeparture Port
Athens
The Alimos marina gateway — most Cyclades charters set off from Athens, crossing to Kea by the first evening.
Best for: First-time charters, easy flights, Cyclades departures.
Explore AthensUse this route map to view departures from Lefkas Marina alongside named harbours and anchorages in the wider stop selection.
Popular stops and cruising ideas
Vathi, Meganisi
Vathi, Meganisi is a natural harbour with a sailing time of 3 hours from Lefkas, giving your itinerary a clearly timed opening stop.
Porto Varco
Porto Varco is a lunch anchorage, suited to route discussions that prioritise an anchorage stop from this Lefkas departure.
Sivota, Lefkada
Sivota, Lefkada combines a harbour and anchorage, giving your route discussion a stop with each of these features from Lefkas.
Fiscardo, Kefalonia
Fiscardo, Kefalonia is a harbour stop in the Lefkas selection, offering a clear named point when reviewing the classic flotilla itinerary.
Palairos
Palairos is a harbour included in each named flotilla itinerary, making it a shared stop for comparing the departure options.
Varko Bay
Varko Bay provides a sheltered lunch anchorage within the Lefkas stop selection, for guests considering named anchorage choices.
Stops and itinerary planning FAQ
What can you sail to from Lefkas?
You can follow the classic flotilla itinerary through Vathi, Meganisi, Sivota, Lefkada, Fiscardo, Kefalonia and Palairos. The hidden harbours itinerary instead includes Palairos, Kastos, Kioni, Ithaca and Abelike Bay, Meganisi before returning to Lefkas Marina.
Are the named itineraries return routes?
Yes, the named itineraries start at Lefkas Marina and return there. The classic route includes Vathi, Meganisi and Fiscardo, Kefalonia, while the hidden harbours route includes Kastos and Kioni, Ithaca as named route stops.
How long is the Vathi sailing?
Vathi, Meganisi has a sailing time of 3 hours. It is a natural harbour and appears on the classic flotilla itinerary from Lefkas Marina, making it a clearly defined stop when reviewing that route.
Lefkas yacht charter costs
Cost depends on the yacht type you choose, with Catamaran, Gulet and Motor Yacht options priced per week. The range within each type supports different charter briefs, while final pricing can vary with applicable extras and the details of your selected week.
| Yacht Type | Indicative Price |
|---|---|
| Catamaran | €7,700 to €78,020 per week |
| Gulet | €15,400 to €56,000 per week |
| Motor Yacht | €9,450 to €80,000 per week |
Prices are indicative and vary.
Best time to charter from Lefkas
The charter season at this port runs from May through October. May, June, July, August, September and October each form part of the season, allowing you to compare yacht choice and itineraries around your preferred embarkation period. Discuss route options when setting your charter dates.
| Month | Conditions |
|---|---|
| May | Charter season begins in May |
| June | Charter season continues through June |
| July | Charter season includes July departures |
| August | Charter season includes August departures |
| September | Charter season includes September departures |
| October | Charter season concludes in October |
Who is Lefkas best for?
Airport Arrivals
Guests using Aktion Airport (PVK) have a 30 minutes by road transfer to the marina.
Boarding Practicalities
Water and electricity at all berths support a service-focused arrival and boarding day.
Flotilla Planners
Classic and hidden harbours flotilla itineraries depart and return at Lefkas Marina.
Harbour Seekers
Named harbour stops include Vathi, Meganisi, Fiscardo, Kefalonia, Palairos and Spilia, Meganisi.
Yacht Selection
Catamaran, Gulet and Motor Yacht options cover 6-25 guests across 3-12 cabins.
What's included in a Lefkas charter?
Included
- Yacht and onboard equipment
- Auxiliary craft and water toys
- Crew wages
- Crew food
- Ship's laundry
- Basic operating consumables
- Yacht and crew insurance
Usually Extra
- Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA)
- Guest food and beverages
- Yacht, tender and water-toy fuel
- Berthing, harbour and pilot fees
- VAT and applicable taxes
- Shore transfers and tours
- Crew gratuities
Lefkas yacht charter FAQs
Costs, seasonality, routing, and planning from Lefkas, answered in a quick format before you enquire.
What does a Lefkas charter cost?
A Lefkas charter is priced by yacht type, from €7,700 to €78,020 per week for Catamaran options. Gulet pricing runs from €15,400 to €56,000, while Motor Yacht pricing runs from €9,450 to €80,000 per week.
When is the best time to charter?
The charter season runs from May to October. May, June, July, August, September and October are the months for departures, so choose within this period around route preferences and yacht type.
How do guests reach and board here?
Guests arrive via Aktion Airport (PVK), followed by 30 minutes by road to the marina. Water and electricity at all berths, a fuel station, WC and showers, and outdoor car parking support the boarding process.
What group sizes suit Lefkas charters?
The fleet accommodates 6-25 guests across yachts with 3-12 cabins. Catamaran, Gulet and Motor Yacht options give groups a defined set of yacht types to consider for their charter.
What is included and extra?
Yacht and onboard equipment, auxiliary craft and water toys, crew wages, crew food, ship's laundry, consumables and insurance are included. APA, guest food and beverages, yacht, tender and water-toy fuel, fees, taxes, shore transfers, tours and crew gratuities are extra.
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