Paros has it all: renowned archaeological sites, a large coastline to explore, great marinas, picturesque islands nearby, sea & lovely beaches.
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Paros Charter Base Information
📻 VHF frequencies: Parikia marina – VHF channel 73
📍 FYLY Paros yacht charter base is located in: Parikia Marina, Paros, 84400, Greece.
⚓ Parikia Marina, Paros Berthing – 37°05.4′N, 25°08.9′E
🧭 Parikia is the main commercial harbor of the island. It is a fairly busy and noisy harbor but it is an excellent shelter form the meltemi and from the south winds. Moor stern-to in the Yacht Quay in Parikia paying particular attention to the boulders near the quay 3 metres on outside of west end less further east. The bottom is sand and weed — good holding.
Laundry – Opposite Graveyard. Pick up and delivery to boat. Phone +30 6974 394887.
There are permanent moorings inside the Yacht harbor. Charter boats use the harbor on weekends so a space may be difficult to find from Friday night through Sunday morning.
⏰ Business hours 09:00 AM – 20:00 PM
- 🕔 Embarkation time 17:00 PM
- 🕡 Disembarkation time: Clients must arrive back at base the day before the end of their charter, latest at 18:00 PM for check out procedures (technical check, refuel, diver’s check, etc). They have free overnight & they can disembark the yacht the next day at 09:00 AM
🗺️ How to get to FYLY charter base in Parikia Marina marina in Paros:
- ✈️ Paros National Airport: The airport was located in the southwestern part of the island, about 10 kilometers from the port of Parikia.
- 🚕 Taxi: You can find easily taxis at Paros airport & near Parikia Marina.
🛒 Provisioning: Clients can either go to the super market located around Parikia (open all-day, every day except Sunday) upon their arrival or they can pre-order (upon request) their provisions and FYLY Yachting team will arrange their delivery to their yacht. If they want to pre-order we will provide them a provisioning list.
🚇 Transfer facilities: FYLY Yachting could arrange a transfer for you by minibus or by taxi (upon request).
- 🚕 Taxi prebooked – up to 4 pax: approx € 50
- 🚌 Private Bus – up to 10 pax: approx € 100
🛂 Port authorities: Our base manager will arrange everything with Port Authorities. The only thing we require from the skipper of the charter is to have with him his original sailing license and to send a copy of it two weeks prior to his charter. Find out how to become a skipper by learning about the available sailing qualifications.
🌦️ Weather forecast: You should always try to get a weather forecast before sailing away, especially if going more than several miles from shore, as it is difficult to tell at a glance what winds will appear, due to large landmasses, mountains and other geographical features. You can use your radio, Navtex or contact the Port Police. A forecast in Greek and English is given for all Greek waters at 06:00, 10:00, 16:00, 22:00 (GMT+2). Gale warnings are given at the beginning of the broadcast and a special security warning on Ch 16 gives all the VHF frequencies for different areas. VHF channel 16 broadcasts Gale Warnings as well as regular forecasts, upon vessel request. OLYMPIA RADIO broadcasts pre-recorded Weather and Sea bulletins in Greek and English.
🏝️ See our Suggested Itineraries around Paros. Also, find out the most important tips for a bareboat yacht charter in Greece or read our comprehensive crewed yacht charter guide.
- 🛌🏻 Hotels: There is a variety of hotels in Paros.
- 🍽️ Restaurants: There is a variety of restaurants in Paros.
- 🍹 Bars: There is a variety of bars in Paros.
- ☕ Coffeeshops: There is a variety of coffee shops in Paros.
📝 Sailing license: The law in Greece requires that the captain must possess a valid sailing license. The Co-Skipper – if no sailing license is available – must fill out a declaration stating they have the knowledge to sail (please see the relevant Declaration Document). A VHF license is not required to charter a yacht in Greece.
💶 Currency: EURO (€) – 💱 VAT in Greece is at 24%
💬 Languages: Greek 🇬🇷 & English 🇬🇧
⚕️ Doctors-hospital: Health Center Parou 📞 (+30) 2284 3600 00 🗺️ Google Map Directions
⌚ Time difference: EEST/EET/GMT+2
🌐 Parikia Marina berth online
Parikia Marina is a small port positioned on the Paros Island in the city of Paros with immediate access to the Aegean Sea. The little town of Parikia is the commercial and cultural centre of Paros as well as the main port of Paros Island. Sightseeing enthusiasts will be astonished by the multitude of attractions that this superb area offers. Panayia Ekatondapiliani Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Greece and provides guided tours of its narrow corridors and large halls. This outstanding venue is open for visitation all year round and includes a small souvenir shop. Santa Maria Beach is the central point of attractions for tourists and will mesmerise you with superb corals, a multitude of marine wildlife and golden sanded shores. The most luxurious hotels in the area offer remarkable accommodations in their large suites and fantastic penthouses. Arkas Inn, Hotel Oasis, Votsalo Apartments and Paros Agnanti Hotel are the top rated establishments in Paros.
🛍️ Marina Facilities:
- Water
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Market
- Shipyard
- Crane
- Ramp
- Seamanship
- Service Station for ships
- ATM
- Master harbour
