Anchorage· Ithaca· Greece — Ionian, Saronic & Argolic

Sarakiniko Bay (Ithaca)

38° 21.9′ N · 20° 44.3′ E

A sheltered bay on Ithaca's east coast just over the hill from Vathi, with a beach, a taverna and calm water in the prevailing northwesterly.

Practical

Exposed only to SE. Anchor on sand near the NW or SW corner and take a line to the rocks. Summer swimming buoys can block a beach-facing swing. Katabatic gusts can come in abeam. Lea's restaurant ashore.

Best for

Quiet overnight anchorage close to Vathi