How-to Guides

Short practical tips and guides on how to be a sustainable sailor in Greece.

Prevent Pollution

Take care to minimize contamination when emptying bilges. Use marine-friendly sunscreen, shampoos and cleaning products.

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Mooring Safely

Use mooring buoys, or if you anchor use sand and mud and avoid seagrass beds. Use rocks for long lines, never trees.

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Buy Local & Sustainable

Support local producers and buy from small local shops and markets. Choose sustainable seafood at Tavernas.

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Lower Your Speed

Reduce speed from full throttle by 10% reduces your fuel usage by 20%.

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Leave no Trace

Try to reduce your litter footprint and support the clear up of beaches and the sea

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Get to know Nature

You can appreciate Greece’s marine wildlife without causing harm or distress, and also keep your boat safe.

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We need to start making sailing in Greece more sustainable
Seafarer acknowledges the need for more sustainable sailing in Greece and welcomed SSG’s efforts to provide charter companies with guest materials, supporting the production of instructional videos on good practices like safe anchoring.
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