Arrival on the same day. Boarding is at the small port of Ormos Marathokampos, a delightful small village in the center of the large bay in the south of the island. The village is very well-kept and the people are hospitable. Well-made and always clean bathrooms with private showers are available in the harbor.

You get to know each other and take possession of your cabin, complete the galley, the boarding procedures and visit the village a bit. If you have time and desire, you can reach the town of Manolates, famous for its breathtaking views, its narrow streets and local craft shops (especially metal costume jewelry... really beautiful objects!). In the evening, you usually take advantage of the good food of the tavern on the beach 50 meters from the pier; A simple restaurant with well done and very tasty Greek food!

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In the morning we wake up early (but not very early!!). Breakfast on the boat, a coffee at the bar opposite and then off to Agathonisi! In Greek it means 'beautiful island', and it is no coincidence. About 20 miles with a SOUTH-EAST route and you reach this small island stuck to the Turkish coast. Let's start with a bang! On the east coast of the island we discovered this small bay with simply wonderful seabeds. You normally moor with two ropes on land to be able to get as close as possible to the coast, to see the fish under the boat. The seabed is simply BLUE!! On the opposite side of the bay, which can be reached by tender, there is a cliff that descends into the sea gradually and offers a breathtaking view of the abyss. A mask is enough to see the wonder. It is a place normally full of fish so, if you want, you can try your hand at getting a fresh fish dinner.

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Miles: 20 – Navigation time: 4 hours

A fast navigation of about 3 hours with a WEST course and crosswind will take us to Arki where we will dock at the municipal quay of the tiny village. Arki has a fairytale atmosphere: there are 2 taverns, a miniature harbor with toy boats, a garden-bar-shop that you can't tell, you have to see it. The elderly couple who run it should win an award for the format. In their garden you can have breakfast, have a coffee, but also buy clothing and accessories of objective quality. Everything is mixed with order in the midst of plants and flowers. From the village you can walk to several sandy beaches or take a walk along the island's paths. Dinner at the tavern with plenty of cold beer, fish and Greek specialties. After dinner there is normally a magical atmosphere among the few tourists of all nationalities, thanks to the good fresh wine.

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Miles: 18 - Navigation duration: 4 hours

A good breakfast and off to Lipsi heading south. We will stop at the rock of Aspronisi to swim, a place considered one of the most beautiful seas in Greece. The islet originally had the shape of a blade planted in the sea. Time and waves have corroded the central part which has collapsed creating a gap that can be crossed by swimming or even walking in the shallow water. We then leave again to enter the port. The small village is simply delightful, especially in the evening. White houses, a softly lit church in the middle of pedestrian streets where you can get lost.

In the evening in Lipsi a dinner at Manolis, the best restaurant in the archipelago, is a must. After dinner it is nice to spend some time at the Ouzeria in the port, to experience the relaxed atmosphere of the Greek bars with the typical colorful chairs and drink a glass of Ouzo ice cream (typical Greek drink).

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Miles: 12 - Navigation duration: 5 hours including stop

An amazing day at the beach awaits us. We go NORTH to anchor in the pools of Makronisi. Just outside the port it is possible to make a short stop for a swim in an inlet with a cliff overlooking the sea. There is a tunnel that you can swim through by swimming on the surface and an underwater passage that is easy to do in apnea, which leads to a salt lake. We then set off again towards Arki, famous for forming a maze of islets with crystal clear waters. We will go through rocks and shallow waters until we reach a small bay - Makronisi - which we call 'the pools' because of the intense blue color! Here you can swim and with the electric dinghy that can be used by anyone, you can explore the surroundings to fill your eyes with a blue that you will remember! A good anchorage will allow us to spend the night under the stars.

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Miles: 12 – Navigation time: 4 hours including the stop