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Every skipper on SaltWave is licensed, verified, and passionate about sharing Greece's seas. Find your perfect match for a private charter or shared sailing adventure.

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Nikos Papadopoulos
Nikos Papadopoulos
Lavrio
4.9

Passionate about the Cyclades, Nikos has been sailing Greek waters since he was 14. He knows every hidden cove and best taverna from Syros to Santorini.

87
Reviews
134
Trips
12
Years exp
Greek English Italian
Sailing Yacht
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Giorgos Stavrakis
Giorgos Stavrakis
Rhodes
4.8

Giorgos specialises in the Dodecanese, bringing guests to the ancient ruins of Rhodes and the turquoise bays of Symi. Fluent in French — très apprécié.

52
Reviews
76
Trips
8
Years exp
Greek English French
Catamaran
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Maria Kontou
Maria Kontou
Lefkada
5.0

One of SaltWave's highest-rated skippers, Maria leads intimate shared sailing trips through the Ionian. Her calm manner and deep local knowledge keep guests coming back.

38
Reviews
48
Trips
6
Years exp
Greek English German
Sailing Yacht
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Alexis Mouratis
Alexis Mouratis
Zea Marina, Piraeus
4.7

Alexis is the go-to skipper for the Saronic Gulf. With 15 years of professional experience and RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, he handles everything from weekend escapes to month-long passages.

112
Reviews
210
Trips
15
Years exp
Greek English
Monohull & Bareboat Supervisor
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Kostas Rethymnis
Kostas Rethymnis
Corfu Marina
4.9

Corfu born and bred, Kostas navigates the northern Ionian with effortless confidence. His trips to Paxos and the Albanian Riviera are legendary among SaltWave regulars.

64
Reviews
99
Trips
10
Years exp
Greek English Spanish
Sailing Yacht
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Dimitra Voulgari
Dimitra Voulgari
Skiathos
4.8

Dimitra grew up sailing the Sporades and turned her passion into a full-time career. She leads small groups through pine-covered islands and crystalline anchorages most tourists never find.

45
Reviews
61
Trips
7
Years exp
Greek English Dutch
Sailing Yacht
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