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The Ultimate Sailing Guidefor the South Ionian

Approaching new ports can be tricky—but not with the Lefkas Sail Guide aboard. With insider tips and 35+ Port Preview Videos, you’ll sail in with confidence, skip the stress, and uncover the Ionian parts most sailors miss.

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A Taste of the HighlightsInside The Guide

Just a few of the local gems that you won't find in any other travel guide

Spyros Walking Tour

Meet Spyos, a passionate archaeologist

on Ithaka, who brings Homer’s epic

tales to life on his thrilling walking tours. In just 1 to 3 hours, he’ll take you through Ithaka’s rich history and stunning landscapes, leaving you with unforgettable stories and a deeper connection to this legendary island.

The best Galaktoboureko

Don’t sail past Galatis! Panos and his sister have been serving traditional sweets in the area since 1979, with coffee and your feet in the sand. Their Galaktoboureko is so delicious.
Trust me—drop anchor and treat yourself!

A Slice of Heaven

Sakis and his family (and Christos) have crafted a little slice of paradise. They’ll take your lines and treat you like one of their own. Pick your fresh fish from the kitchen,

and kick back in the hammock under

the olive trees with view on Lefkas!

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Editorial Skipper

Founder

The guide I wished I had years ago!

Even as a pro skipper, arriving in a new sailing area comes with its fair share of guesswork. Where to go, what’s worth your time, and what’s just tourist fluff? After eight years sailing the Ionian, I’ve put together the guide I wish I had on day 1 —packed with local knowledge to help you skip the trial and error and head straight to the good stuff.

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''The Lefkas Sail Guide is a must-have if you're sailing in the area. It helps you with the crucial first steps at check-in, the easy escape, and fine-tuning your sail plan. The helpful tips about anchorages and harbor facilities, including the excellent drone footage, are truly unique. Thanks to the Lefkas Sail Guide, our holiday was unforgettable!''

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''We’ve done lots of charter trips, and this guide really stood out. Watching the videos before each port made things so much easier, and sailing with advice from local skippers felt way better than relying on AI or random blogs. Everything we needed was in one place, which saved us time and hassle.''

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