Rent a boat with or without skipper in Preveza, Greece

The city of Preveza is a popular tourist destination in the northwest area of Greece. Known for its ancient sights and history, as well as being a founding member of the Douzelage, a town twinning association across the European Union, Preveza is a great place to visit to get an authentic Greek holiday, while also being filled with influence from the rest of Europe.

Pricing and Info for renting a boat in Preveza

The average price for renting a motorboat for the day in Preveza is from £200-£300, while a sailboat averages slightly higher at £300-£400 a day. For a weeklong charter, a sailboat averages £1500-£2000, with a motorboat costing a similar amount for the week. However, these prices are flexible and subject to change based on several factors including the size of the boat and the time of year visiting.

Boat Availability

The busiest month and therefore the time with the lowest boat availability is June, which is popular due to the nice temperatures which average at around 27 degrees Celsius, while the other popular months to visit, July and August, can go as high as 35 degrees Celsius. Due to the ideal sailing conditions in Preveza, with calm winds and average daily wind of 7 knots, Preveza is a popular sailing destination and thus it is important to book far in advance as availability goes quickly and prices will rise. The winter months average temperatures of around 9 degrees Celsius, and while it is not common to rain in Preveza, it is more likely to occur during these months than those during peak season.

Do I need a license to hire a boat in Preveza?

The legislation for renting a boat in the Preveza is the same as it is for the rest of Greece, depending on what type of boat you would like to rent. If you are looking to hire a motorboat, a license is required if the boat has more than 30hp, if less, no license is needed. If would like to charter a yacht, you will need a valid license as well as a nautical CV detailing the previous boats you captained as well as the different waters you navigated. 

Overview of Preveza

Being a popular destination for island hopping, Preveza is often filled with sailors and tourists who want to spend a couple of days learning all Preveza has to offer. One of the most underrated natural sceneries in Preveza includes the wonder of the red clay hills, also known as the Kokkinopilos hills. A popular hiking destination, the beautiful landscape is easy to access and rich with history. Other natural wonders include the Acheron River, which is a beautiful area to swim, row, horse ride or hike. As with many areas in Preveza, the Acheron River has its own story, being referred to in both Dante’s Inferno and Greek mythology.

If you would rather enjoy the more manmade attractions, Saitan Pazar is a beautiful alleyway home to some amazing coffee shops and restaurants where you can try some of the local delicacies including kefalograviera cheese and Debina wine. Spend an afternoon at the ouzo distillery, where you can learn more about the Greek aperitif and taste the different products.

For history buffs, Preveza is home to some stunning ruins and monuments, such as the Zalongo Monument, which you must brave 400 steps to reach. Or perhaps you would rather marvel at the wall-to-ceiling artwork in the Agios Haralampos Cathedral? Another great ruin to visit is the Pantocrator Castle, which offers some incredible views of the Ionian Sea.

Preveza is also in a prime location, close to other areas of Greece which makes a great activity to fill your days exploring the other nearby Greek cities and islands. One of the most well-known islands close by is Corfu, which is a great island to visit to marvel at the Venetian style architecture and sail through the Blue Caves nearby or dance your nights away in the incredible nightclubs and bars on the island. Alternatively, if you love all things nautical, head over on a boat to Ithaca, where you can swim, snorkel, and charter your boat among the famous Marina Frikes.

Sailing areas near Preveza:

• Lefkas

• Zakynthos

• Kefalonia

• Corfu

• Paxos

• Ithaca