Boat rental & yacht charter in Kos, Greece

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547 boats available in Kos

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Ulrich
August 2024
A very nice sailing area, great wind. However, you should be careful about cruising for several days in 5-7 Beaufort. If you really want to sail, great!
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Pierre
May 2024
Idyllic and preserved sailing area compared to other more touristy areas in Greece. On the other hand, the prevailing wind flows from the northwest must be taken into account when planning your route (eg: for the southern islands, you have to be able to go back towards KOS, we did 13 hours of meadows (under the sun!). During our stay at the end of April and beginning of May, the sunshine was daily (it seems to be the sunniest area in Greece, we checked it)
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Henry
Henry
Traveled in August 2025 · 5 people · 1 week
Very pleasant, relaxed providers in Kos. Great area to sail in though busy like everywhere. Very efficient and helpful team. Yacht in great condition. My Crew caused a rip in the yacht canopy but dream yacht were entirely pleasant about it. I’d chosen insurance to reduce excess to zero. Only 2 issues. Firstly the rib was very tired and leaked from day one. There was no repair kit. Secondly I was persuaded to pay 70 euros for a wi-fi dongle. This only worked for half a day and 5G and other wi-fi was available for almost all the time anyway. As good a charter company as any and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Interestingly the boat was advertised as slab reefing for the main but had in-mast reefing (not they I mind either way).
Patrick
Patrick
Traveled in June 2023 · 3 people · 2 weeks
I have been chartering yachts for thirty years now. Kerkeris yachts are certainly one of the best I have encountered. The service and hand overs were personal, quick and efficient. The yachts are clearly very well maintained and consiquently, unusually perhaps, we didn't have any piece of kit that didn't work or broke. I would have not hesitation in a) recommending them and b) rebooking
Alex
Alex
Traveled in June 2023 · 9 people · 1 days
Our day on the boat was the best day of the holiday by far! Nancy kept us well informed leading up to the day, and made the whole process very easy. The crew were amazing and very accommodating, taking us to a range of coves, and also took us to an island for an amazing meal for lunch. The boat has everything you need onboard. It was a birthday celebration we’ll never forget!
Jim
Jim
Traveled in October 2022 · 6 people · 1 week
Latesail / Sam boat looked after us brilliantly, sorting out a rental very quickly at the last minute with no fuss. Thank you Lynn
David
David
Traveled in June 2022 · 2 people · 2 weeks
We had a lovely two weeks charter. Handover and hand back were slick and well organised. The team were very friendly and helpful. Any problems were addressed promptly and without any fuss. As our flight back to the UK was late we were allowed to stay on board, as the yacht was not out the following week. We would charter from Kekeris again without hesitation.
Pauline
Pauline
Traveled in September 2021 · 2 people · 2 weeks
Hi, My husband and I rented a Dufour 34 from Kos Marina for two weeks. The boat was very clean, the agency helpful and the boat functioned well. The bed linen and pillows were comfortable and all in all we had a good trip. Thank you again Samboat for yet another good rental.

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Ulrich
Ulrich
Kos ·
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A very nice sailing area, great wind. However, you should be careful about cruising for several days in 5-7 Beaufort. If you really want to sail, great!
Ein sehr schönes Segelrevier, super Wind. Allerdings darf man sich scheuen bei 5-7 Beaufort mehrere Tage zu Kreuzen. Wenn man wirklich Segeln will, Top!
Pierre
Pierre
Kos ·
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Idyllic and preserved sailing area compared to other more touristy areas in Greece. On the other hand, the prevailing wind flows from the northwest must be taken into account when planning your route (eg: for the southern islands, you have to be able to go back towards KOS, we did 13 hours of meadows (under the sun!). During our stay at the end of April and beginning of May, the sunshine was daily (it seems to be the sunniest area in Greece, we checked it)
Zone de navigation idyllique et préservée par rapport à d'autres zones plus touristiques en Grèce. Par contre, les flux de vent dominants du nord ouest sont à prendre en compte pour programmer son parcours (ex : pour les iles du sud, il faut pouvoir remonter vers KOS, nous avons fait 13h de prés (sous le soleil !). Lors de notre séjour fin avril début mai, l'ensoleillement fut quotidien (il semble que cela soit la zone la plus ensoleillée en Grèce, nous l'avons vérifié)
Ulrich
Ulrich
Kos ·
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A very nice sailing area, great wind. However, you should be careful about cruising for several days in 5-7 Beaufort. If you really want to sail, great!
Ein sehr schönes Segelrevier, super Wind. Allerdings darf man sich scheuen bei 5-7 Beaufort mehrere Tage zu Kreuzen. Wenn man wirklich Segeln will, Top!
Pierre
Pierre
Kos ·
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Idyllic and preserved sailing area compared to other more touristy areas in Greece. On the other hand, the prevailing wind flows from the northwest must be taken into account when planning your route (eg: for the southern islands, you have to be able to go back towards KOS, we did 13 hours of meadows (under the sun!). During our stay at the end of April and beginning of May, the sunshine was daily (it seems to be the sunniest area in Greece, we checked it)
Zone de navigation idyllique et préservée par rapport à d'autres zones plus touristiques en Grèce. Par contre, les flux de vent dominants du nord ouest sont à prendre en compte pour programmer son parcours (ex : pour les iles du sud, il faut pouvoir remonter vers KOS, nous avons fait 13h de prés (sous le soleil !). Lors de notre séjour fin avril début mai, l'ensoleillement fut quotidien (il semble que cela soit la zone la plus ensoleillée en Grèce, nous l'avons vérifié)

Five reasons to charter a boat in Kos, Greece

  • Kos is the third-largest island of the Dodecanese group, located between beautiful islands like Kalymnos and Nisyros. If you rent a boat in Kos, you can create an itinerary to explore all these amazing islands. 

  • The island of Kos is well known for its beautiful beaches, which offer various tourist facilities. All the beaches can be discovered by boat and you can go for a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters.

  • You can visit unique places by boat located not far away from Kos. For example, the volcanic island of Nisyros is only 18.9 nautical miles away.

  • Plan an itinerary and charter a boat to Kalymnos, a popular rock-climbing destination close to Kos. Be amazed by the view that can be seen from the top.

  • You can easily reach the island of Kos if you charter a yacht in the Cyclades. Enjoy a unique passage when traveling between the Cyclades and Kos.

Pricing and information about hiring a boat in Kos, Greece.

 In low season boat charter prices start from 140 euros depending on the type of boat. It is important to plan if you want to charter a boat in Kos. Since Kos is one of the largest and most popular islands during the high season, the demand for boat rentals increases along with the prices.  The busiest months in Greece start from June to the end of August. 

To rent and enjoy any of the boats available in the catalogue, we suggest that you start searching two months in advance and start the process immediately. Especially if you plan to visit Kos during high season to ensure you find the best boat for you and your friends. 

Do you need a license to rent a boat in Kos, Greece?

A license is required to charter a yacht in Kos including a nautical resume describing your previous sailing experience and the type of boat you have sailed. To be available to rent motorboats with more than 30hp you will be required to have a license, otherwise, you will not be able to rent unless you rent a captain. Captains are very helpful, they can show you places that only locals know about. 

Licenses from the European Union will be accepted if you want to rent any boat, licenses in languages other than English or Greek will have to be translated. For our international yachtsmen, Greece only accepts your license if it complies with EU regulations. 

Things to do in Kos, Greece

Rent a boat to explore remote and unique places near Kos. Visit the small islet Kastri, walk around it and visit the small church located in the centre. Visitors take advantage of the solitude of this beach and swim all day long. 

Thanks to its large size you can find places to suit your needs and tastes. If you like to party you will find amazing clubs to spend the night in, or if you prefer tranquillity, you will find an ideal place to relax.

During the summer, the island has winds that make windsurfing ideal to practice. Windsurfing is one of the most popular sports in Kos, and you can find several centres to learn it. 

Practical Information:

 Throughout the year, Kos airport receives domestic flights mostly coming from Athens. During the summer, the airport connects with some of the main European countries and cities. You can also take a ferry from Athens, there are several routes, and the trip takes approximately 11 hours. But if you want a unique experience, you can rent a boat in Milos and sail to the island of Kos. You can also find yacht charters in Kos at affordable prices

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Information about boat rental in Kos

Number of boats: 546 Boats
Licence: With or without a licence
Minimum price: 50 € / day
Type of boats: Sailboat , Luxury Yacht , Catamaran , Motorboat , RIB , Houseboat , Jet ski
Captain: 509 boats with captain

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