Boat rental & yacht charter in Agios Nikolaos, Greece

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Kristjan
Kristjan

Very good experience and good service

Roelof
Roelof

First of all: This is a truly recommended experience. Michalis helped us really good. He isn't there to take your money. He planned the trip very carefully with the weather in mind. The first days we had in mind were very windy, so he suggested to reschedule our reservation. The boat was super clean. The instructions were very clear and he had the right tools and information for us to make our experience safe and fun! He also provided us with a cool box full of drinks. When we picked him up for driving back he gave us a nice drive back to the berth. Even after our trip with the boat he was willing to provide us with places to visit, things to do and more! I guess you can call him the friend of the island ;). If we ever come back here, we will definitely contact him again for another trip with one of his boats. It's really worth your money. He definitely deserves more than 5 stars!

The community's advice on the destination

Tony
Tony
Perfect water and super clear turquoise blue
Parfaite l’eau et super claire bleue turquoise
Agios Nikolaos
Alain
Alain
Very nice sailing area
Très belle zone de navigation
Elounda
Paul
Paul
Beautiful bays, calm water
Schöne Buchten, ruhiges Wasser
Elounda
Fabrice
Fabrice
Several bays can be found around the spinalonga peninsula, a few should be spared by the winds that can be strong in July/Aug
Agios Nikolaos
Milt
Milt
Nice area, some nice snorkeling spots and history
Agios Nikolaos

Rent a boat with or without captain in Agios Nikolaos

Agios Nikolaos is a coastal town on the Greek island of Crete. With pretty beaches and crystal clear water, it makes for a perfect place to rent a boat. Some beaches, caves and hidden spots to explore on the island are only accessible by boat, so hiring a sailboat will be the most convenient option. 

Agios Nikolaos is a picturesque place with authentic bars, restaurants and local shops, the town also has great nightlife and attracts tourists from all ages. It hosts a stable resident population all year and even if it lives off of tourism quite a bit, it isn’t an overcrowded destination. 

When should you hire a boat in Agios Nikolaos?

The best conditions to hire a boat in Crete and go on a sailing adventure are during the high season which happens in summer in the months of July and August. This is when the weather is the best, with more sunshine and moderate winds, sailing conditions are the most optimal.

Another great time to rent a boat is a little bit before or after summer. In spring, in May and June or during the fall in September and October when there are less tourists.

Make sure you book in advance as the prices increase during the high season as the demand is much higher.

Pricing and information for a boat rental in Agios Nikolaos

The prices for yacht charters really depend on the type and size of the boat, it can also be more beneficial to hire for a longer period of time.

You can rent a sailboat for a starting price of 200€ per day in agios Nikolaos. For a motorboat, the prices start at around 220€ per day. 

Don’t forget to book in advance as boat availability decreases in the high season, so make sure you complete a reservation to get the best prices.

Do you need a licence to charter a yacht in Agios Nikolaos

You don’t need a licence to rent boats that go up to 30 HP in Greece. This includes most of the smaller boats. 

You will need a certificate if you want to charter a bigger motorboat with a more powerful engine. When hiring a big sailboat, the authorities might ask for a boating licence, so make sure you bring your nautical CV with you.

If you don’t have any skill or boating certificate, you can still rent a boat with a captain. A captain will be your captain and guide you to the best spots around Agios Nikolaos.

What to do in Agios Nikolaos

Hire a boat in Crete and sail around the beautiful island of Crete. This place is full of wonderful caves and pretty hidden beaches. Make sure to pack your snorkelling equipment to explore the incredible ocean life along the coastline, and have a relaxing afternoon out in the sun.

At the end of the day, anchor near a sandy beach and have a glass of wine in front of the sun setting in the horizon. 


 

Information about boat rental in Agios Nikolaos

Number of boats: 37 Boats
Licence: With or No license required
Minimum price: 180€ / day
Type of boats: Motorboat , Luxury Yacht , Sailboat , Catamaran , RIB , Canal boat , Jet ski
Captain: 31 boats with captain

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