One Week Half Term Corfu & Paxos

One Week Half Term Corfu & Paxos Overview

At the end of October all our yachts are returned to Corfu ready for our special Half Term Paxos and Corfu flotilla.

For this week the flotillas are organised into groups with children of similar ages. This flotilla visits the fishing villages of Corfu and the mainland before heading down to Paxos. You may also visit Corfu Town before heading back into Gouvia for your final night.

Typical Itinerary & Highlights

Days 1 - 2, Joining the flotilla in Gouvia

After a short transfer from Corfu airport you will arrive in Gouvia Marina. Here you will meet your lead crew and home from home for the week (your yacht). As well as the quayside options, Gouvia Marina has a selection of tavernas just a short walk away in the nearby village. Marina amenities such as showers, cafes and basic shop are available just a short walk from the boats.

On Monday morning there will be a thorough boat brief and a chat about where you are heading that day. Then it is time to stock up on provisions, ready for a lazy lunch at anchor...

Days 3 - 4, Exploring the Greek Mainland

Just across from Corfu is the Greek and Albanian mainland coast. One of our favourite spots here is Sayaidha which is a small fishing village on the greek mainland, close to the Albanian border. The village is best known among sailors for its sunsets and the prawns at Alex's taverna - served by the kilo and not to be missed!

Another great mainland spot is Mourtos, where the surrounding archipelago of island provides excellent swim stops. The quayside tavernas offer an array of evening options from the cocktails at Bamboo Place, to the traditional Greek dishes at The Blue Coast taverna.

Another mainland spot is our summer base of Plataria which is a great stop if you are after traditional Greek food and incredible sunsets.

Days 5 - 6, Sailing around Paxos Island

If weather allows, you will wend your way south to the delightful villages of Lakka, Longos, Gaios or Mongonisi on Paxos Island.

The crystal clear emerald water of Lakka Bay is not to be missed for a lunch stop within a stones throw of Lakka Village - a favourite evening destination. Gaios is a pretty, traditional Greek town, with a number of tavernas to explore. Mongonisi is a highlight for many - the only stop on Paxos without a village.

A highlight of the trip is a lunchtime stop in Emerald Bay on Anti-Paxos Island for a lazy lunch and swim stop. For the more adventurous sailors among you, a sail down west coast of Paxos, with it's stunning cliffs is a great way to spend a day.

Days 7 - 8, Historic Corfu

The last couple of days will be spent making your way back up to Corfu. Likely stops on Corfu include the small fishing village of Petriti which will give you a real taste for Greece as it was 20 years ago.

There may also be a chance to head up to Corfu town where you can moor beneath the citadel and spend an evening wandering the rustic backstreets of the town. This is a great option for the final night as it means there is just a short trip back in to Gouvia marina the next day.

The last Saturday of this week you'll be spending back in Gouvia for your final group meal and a bit of a shindig before heading home on Sunday.