We built the marketplace
we wished existed
SaltWave started with a simple frustration: booking a sailing trip in Greece was harder than it needed to be. Too many opaque agencies, too little trust, too many hidden fees. We fixed that.
Our mission
SaltWave connects sailors and adventurers directly with trusted, licensed skippers across Greece's most beautiful sailing destinations — transparently, safely, and without unnecessary friction.
Whether you want to join a shared sailing crew and meet lifelong friends, or charter a private vessel with your family, we believe the sea should be accessible to anyone who loves it.
What we stand for
Authenticity first
We list boats that sailors actually recommend — not every boat available online. Every listing is checked, every skipper is verified.
Safety above all
All skippers hold professional licenses. All boats carry valid safety certificates. No exceptions, ever.
Respect for the sea
We partner with skippers who practice responsible sailing — anchoring away from posidonia, minimising waste, educating guests.
The team
A small crew of sailors, engineers, and sea-lovers working out of Athens — and sometimes a boat.
Grew up in Athens, learned to sail in the Saronic at 12. Spent years in fintech before coming home to build something real.
Full-stack engineer with a soft spot for design systems and clean APIs. Eleni makes sure the platform works as smoothly as a calm sea.
Ex-professional skipper with 20+ years on Greek waters. Michalis vets every skipper and keeps our quality bar exactly where it should be.
Zoe turns sailors into storytellers. She manages our community, writes the blog, and makes sure every guest feels part of something bigger.
Ready to set sail?
Join over 1,200 sailors who've already discovered Greece from the water.