From	To	Nautical Miles
Rhodes Marina	Symi	15nm
Symi	Nissyros	21nm
Nissyros	Kos	43nm
Kos	Tilos	38nm
Tilos	Chalki	18nm
Chalki	Rhodes Marina	35nm

Rhodes Marina

The larsest island in the Dodecanese, with a mountain range peaking at twelve hundred metres, Rhodes offers a number of harbours for visiting yachtsmen. Mandraki marina on the north east of the island is the main base for charter operations, while the south coast offers a range of anchorages, from Faliraki for those looking to let their hair down in the party town, to Ladehiko, for thoso looking for a more tranquil, authentically Greek experience, and many more between.

Rhodes is an extremely popular destination for the British and all amenities and provisions are available from Rhodes town. As with any large tourist area the activities ashore are far ranging, from horse riding to aqua theme parks, and Rhodes is a perfect place to start and finish your sailing trip.

Symi

The island is only 67 sq km and the majority is covered in rocks, with its coastline varying between beaches and rocky coves. The harbour of Gialos is where you'll find a charming port town where you can swing by for a bite to eat in one of the tavernas. If visiting from July to September you'll be lucky enough to see the Symi festival where you can party with locals. The festival has been going for the last 13 years and attracts many mucicians and visitors alike.

Nissyros

Nissyros is perfectly round, about 8km wide and rocky. Around the coast there are inlets with sandy beaches, mainly to be found on the north eastern side of Nissyros. The island is a volcanic island - but don't worry even though still active there hasn't been any eruptive activity since 1988! (and that was a steam explosion!) While visiting here you should try Soumada, which is a locally produced non alcoholic almond flavoured drink! (let us know what you think!)

Kos

Kos lies at the mouth of the Turkish Gulf of Kerme, which cuts deep into the coast of Asia Minor. It was seperated from the Bodrum Peninsula by the collapse of a rift valley in the Pliocene period. Kos town is full of bougainvillea, jasmine and exotic whiffs of the Middle East.

Tilos

tilos is a naturally beautiful and tranquil Islamd, famous for once providing its own coinage and perfumes. On the east side of the island you can moor in Ormos Livadhi. During the Meltimi which runs from June to October, a large swell can enter the bay. Ashore there are a number of tavernas and also basic amenities available.

Chalki

A small island west of Rhodes, Chalki (or Halki as it is known locally) has a pontoon for visiting yachts in a bay on the south coast and an anchorage on the north east. The village of Emborios has provisions, all provided from ferries out of Rhodes, tavernas and cafe's. It is an attractive village after recent renovations, and the island is only just beginning to prosper through tourism after some difficult years. Chalki is a great contrast to its much larger neighbour Rhodes.