AIRPORT ACCESS
4 minutes by road
A 4-minute road transfer links the airport to the commercial port for yacht boarding.
Departure Port
Plan a Zakynthos Yacht Charter from the Port
Start your private crewed yacht charter from Zakynthos, Greece. Compare live yacht availability, review departure options, and plan a tailored sailing route with YachtCloud.
Port
Zakynthos
Country
Greece
Fleet
55 yachts
Guests
6-40 guests
Cabins
3-15 cabins
Yacht Types
Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer
Why start your yacht charter from Zakynthos?
Zakynthos yacht charter begins at a commercial port rather than a marina, with designated mooring zones set by safe draft and vessel type. Water and electricity supply boxes support boarding, while VHF channel 12 provides a clear point of contact on arrival.
Boarding sits 4 minutes by road from Zakynthos Airport “Dionysios Solomos” (ZTH). From here, route plans feature Keri Bay, Porto Koukla, Vromi Bay and Agios Nikolaos, Zakynthos, alongside an optional call at Fiskardo, Kefalonia. These named stops shape planning from the commercial port.
Explore the <a href="/yacht-charter-greece">Greece yacht charter guide</a> for a wider view of cruising choices across the country, then return here to focus on commercial-port boarding and route plans. Read the Greece yacht charter guide.
Port planning snapshot
MOORING
Draft-led zones
Designated zones are organised by safe draft and vessel type at the commercial port.
FLEET
55 yachts
Fleet options span 6-40 guests across Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht choices.
ROUTE PLANS
Named sailing itineraries
Route plans start and finish at Zakynthos Town, with named stops across each itinerary.
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View Idhra (Hydra)Getting to Zakynthos
Zakynthos Airport “Dionysios Solomos” (ZTH) is 4 minutes by road from the commercial port. Boarding takes place in designated mooring zones organised by safe draft and vessel type, with water and electricity supply boxes.
4 minutes by road
Commercial port, not a marina
Designated mooring zones
Water and electricity supply boxes
VHF channel 12
Sample itinerary ideas
Use these as a starting point when planning from Zakynthos. We can tailor the route to your pace, guest mix, and preferred balance of cruising, swimming, and time ashore.
Coastal Highlights
Leave the commercial port for a route that includes Keri, Marathonisi, Navagio Beach, Porto Vromi, Agios Nikolaos and Laganas Bay before returning to Zakynthos Town.
Ionian Loop
The Ionian loop joins Keri Bay, Porto Koukla, Vromi Bay, Agios Nikolaos, Sivota Bay and Paxos, departing and returning through Zakynthos Town on the route.
Anchorage Focus
The nearby stop selection includes the anchorages at Keri Bay, Porto Koukla and Vromi Bay, plus Agios Nikolaos, Zakynthos and Fiskardo, Kefalonia for planning from the commercial port.
Best routes from Zakynthos
Routes from Zakynthos can be shaped around short escapes, classic week charters, or longer one-way itineraries depending on yacht availability and your preferred cruising rhythm.
Zakynthos 7-day sailing itinerary
Depart from Zakynthos Town and call at Keri, Marathonisi, Navagio Beach, Porto Vromi, Agios Nikolaos and Laganas Bay, with Fiskardo, Kefalonia included as an optional stop before returning.
Best for: Guests drawn to varied named stops
7-day Ionian Islands loop from Zakynthos
This loop departs from Zakynthos Town for Keri Bay, Porto Koukla, Vromi Bay, Agios Nikolaos, Sivota Bay and Paxos, then returns to Zakynthos Town.
Best for: A return loop with named calls
Explore routes from Zakynthos
From Zakynthos, 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 AthensRoute planning from this commercial port connects Zakynthos Town with named anchorages, a harbour, a port and optional stops across the sailing itineraries.
Popular stops and cruising ideas
Keri Bay
Keri Bay is a named anchorage on the departure network, forming one of the recognised stopping points for routes planned from the commercial port.
Porto Koukla
Porto Koukla is marked as an anchorage on the available stop list, alongside other named calls used in plans from the commercial port.
Vromi Bay
Vromi Bay is classified as an anchorage among the named stops, providing a distinct waypoint when assembling a route from the commercial port.
Agios Nikolaos, Zakynthos
Agios Nikolaos, Zakynthos is classified as a harbour and features in the route plans alongside named anchorages, ports and other calls.
Fiskardo, Kefalonia
Fiskardo, Kefalonia is marked as a port and appears as an optional stop in one route, alongside the commercial-port departure.
Stops and itinerary planning FAQ
Where can you sail from Zakynthos?
You can sail through the named stops in the route plans. These include Keri, Marathonisi, Navagio Beach, Porto Vromi, Agios Nikolaos and Laganas Bay. The loop also names Keri Bay, Porto Koukla, Vromi Bay, Sivota Bay and Paxos.
Which anchorages feature on the nearby routes?
Keri Bay, Porto Koukla and Vromi Bay feature as named anchorages. Each is marked as an anchorage in the nearby stops. Consider them alongside Agios Nikolaos, Zakynthos, a harbour, and Fiskardo, Kefalonia, a port when choosing route calls.
Does Fiskardo, Kefalonia appear on a route?
Yes, Fiskardo, Kefalonia appears as an optional stop on the Zakynthos 7-day sailing itinerary. It is also marked as a port in the nearby stop selection. The alternative loop instead names Sivota Bay and Paxos among its calls.
Zakynthos yacht charter costs
Charter cost varies by selected yacht type and the extra items chosen for the voyage. Food and beverages, fuel, dockage, VAT, shore transfers and discretionary gratuity sit outside the core inclusions and should be considered when planning.
| Yacht Type | Indicative Price |
|---|---|
| Catamaran | €16730 to €78020 per week |
| Gulet | €12250 to €56000 per week |
| Motor Sailer | €7500 to €34010 per week |
| Motor Yacht | €15000 to €80000 per week |
Prices are indicative and vary by yacht type and selected extras.
Best time to charter from Zakynthos
The charter season runs from May through October. Choose a departure month from the port’s stated season and align the timing with your preferred route plan, yacht type and group arrangement. The month-by-month guide below follows the available order without making weather or sea-condition promises.
| Month | Conditions |
|---|---|
| May | Within the stated charter season |
| June | Within the stated charter season |
| July | Within the stated charter season |
| August | Within the stated charter season |
| September | Within the stated charter season |
| October | Within the stated charter season |
Who is Zakynthos best for?
Airport Arrivals
A 4-minute road transfer links Zakynthos Airport with the commercial port.
Flexible Groups
The fleet accommodates 6-40 guests across Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options.
Practical Boarding
Designated mooring zones and supply boxes shape commercial-port boarding arrangements for each vessel type.
Route Planners
Named route plans combine anchorages, a harbour, a port and optional Fiskardo, Kefalonia.
What's included in a Zakynthos charter?
Included
- Yacht with standard equipment
- Crew wages and food
- Ship’s laundry
- Basic operating consumables
- Yacht and crew insurance
Usually Extra
- Advance Provisioning Allowance
- Guest food and beverages
- Yacht and tender fuel
- Dockage and harbour fees
- VAT and taxes
- Shore-side electricity and water
- Guest laundry
- Shore transfers and tours
- Discretionary crew gratuity
Zakynthos yacht charter FAQs
Costs, seasonality, routing, and planning from Zakynthos, answered in a quick format before you enquire.
What does a Zakynthos charter cost?
Indicative weekly prices run from €7500 to €80000 across the fleet. Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht pricing has separate ranges. Guest food and beverages, fuel, dockage, VAT and taxes are extra costs to consider.
When is the best time to charter?
The stated charter season runs from May to October. May, June, July, August, September and October are the months available for departures. Match the month to the route plan, yacht type and group arrangements you prefer.
How do guests reach the boarding port?
The commercial port is 4 minutes by road from Zakynthos Airport “Dionysios Solomos” (ZTH). Boarding uses designated mooring zones selected by safe draft and vessel type. Water and electricity supply boxes are at the port for guests.
How long are routes from this port?
The route names use 7-day itineraries. Each begins at Zakynthos Town and returns there, though their named stops differ. One includes Fiskardo, Kefalonia as optional, while the other includes Sivota Bay and Paxos on the listed plan.
Which group sizes suit this fleet?
Groups of 6-40 guests suit the fleet. Available yachts range from 3-15 cabins and include Catamaran, Gulet, Motor Sailer and Motor Yacht options. This range supports a yacht choice that matches the guest count and cabin requirements.
What does the charter include and exclude?
The charter includes the yacht, standard equipment, crew wages and food, ship’s laundry, operating consumables and insurance. It excludes Advance Provisioning Allowance, fuel, dockage and harbour fees, VAT and taxes. Guest food and beverages are also extra.
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