Gulet Charter Kos
Kos is a unique starting point where the Turkish gulet tradition meets the charm of the Greek islands. Discover both shores of the Aegean at an unhurried pace on a Teak deck.
Best time to VisitJuly, August
LanguagesGreek
CurrencyEUR
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Why Choose a Gulet Charter in Kos?
A gulet charter from Kos can follow either a northern or southern route through the Dodecanese. Pserimos and Kalymnos can be included in shorter itineraries, while longer charters may continue towards Leros and Patmos. To the south, an itinerary may include Nisyros and the surrounding islands. When embarkation takes place in Kos, the transfer from the airport to the marina can also be arranged on the island.
Blue More Yachting can compare available gulets suitable for embarkation in Kos based on your dates, number of guests, cabin requirements and intended itinerary. Before booking, you will receive details of each gulet’s current location, cabin and deck layout, charter fee, included services, additional expenses and booking terms.
Which Routes Can Be Planned for a Gulet Charter in Kos?
A Kos luxury yacht charter gives you the choice of heading north via Pserimos and Kalymnos to Leros, Lipsi and Patmos, or south towards Nisyros and Tilos. Choosing one direction for a one-week charter generally leaves more time at each destination. Bodrum may also be considered as a separate international route, provided the gulet is authorised for international cruising and the applicable entry and exit formalities can be completed.
The embarkation and disembarkation ports, the gulet’s cruising speed and the charter duration are considered when planning your itinerary. The captain may amend the programme if Meltemi winds, sea conditions, berth availability or safety make this necessary.
Route | Main destinations | Programme may include |
North-nearby islands | Pserimos and Kalymnos | Swimming around Pserimos and a visit to Pothia in Kalymnos |
North-extended itinerary | Leros, Lipsi and Patmos | Leros, the coves of Lipsi and the UNESCO-listed heritage of Patmos |
South | Nisyros and Tilos | Mandraki, the volcanic landscape of Nisyros and Livadia in Tilos |
International | Bodrum | Kos and Bodrum in the same charter programme; subject to the gulet’s authorisation and completion of entry and exit formalities |
Pserimos and Kalymnos Route
A short northbound itinerary from Kos can include both Pserimos and Kalymnos. Swimming stops may be planned around Pserimos, while a visit to Pothia offers an introduction to Kalymnos and its maritime heritage shaped by generations of sponge divers. This route may suit guests who prefer shorter passages around Kos rather than continuing to more distant islands. The daily programme remains subject to weather, sea conditions and berth availability.
Leros, Lipsi and Patmos Route
A longer northbound itinerary can continue from Kalymnos to Leros and then to Lipsi, which lies between Leros and Patmos. The natural harbours and distinctive architecture of Leros, the coves of Lipsi and the cultural heritage of Patmos bring a varied character to the route. On Patmos, you can visit the UNESCO-listed Chora, the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse. This itinerary requires more time underway than the Pserimos and Kalymnos route.
Nisyros and Tilos Route
A southbound itinerary from Kos can combine Nisyros and Tilos. The programme may include Mandraki and the volcanic landscape of Nisyros, followed by Livadia and the natural surroundings of Tilos. If you wish to visit the volcano or spend longer on either island, the daily cruising schedule should be planned accordingly. The number of additional stops will depend on the charter duration, the gulet’s cruising speed and current sea conditions.
Kos and Bodrum International Route
Bodrum may be added to a Kos itinerary as an international route, although the crossing is not available to every gulet. The gulet’s flag, commercial registration and authorisation for international cruising must be checked in advance. Guest passports, visas where required and the designated ports of entry and exit must also be confirmed before the itinerary is finalised. The feasibility of the crossing is assessed for the selected gulet and charter dates.
How to Choose a Gulet for a Kos Charter?
Choosing a gulet for a Kos charter begins with the number of guests and the cabin configuration. The arrangement of master, double and twin cabins should suit your group’s sleeping requirements. The gulet’s availability for embarkation in Kos on your selected dates should also be confirmed at the quotation stage.
The choice between shorter passages around Pserimos and Kalymnos and longer itineraries towards Leros, Patmos or Tilos makes cruising speed and comfort underway relevant to your selection. Shaded deck areas, an outdoor dining table, a swimming platform and ease of access to the water all influence daily life on board. Air conditioning, a tender, stabilisers and water toys vary between gulets and should be confirmed before booking. Blue More Yachting presents suitable options together with their current location, charter fee, included services and additional expenses.
Share your charter dates, number of guests, cabin requirements and route preferences with us. At Blue More Yachting, we compare gulets currently available for embarkation in Kos. Let us plan your Kos gulet charter together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Kos gulet charter may suit families and groups of friends who wish to cruise between the Dodecanese islands, combine swimming stops with island visits and spend a significant part of each day on board.
The duration depends on gulet availability and the planned itinerary. A one-week programme can cover Pserimos and Kalymnos or follow a northbound route towards Leros and Patmos or a southbound route towards Nisyros and Tilos. Longer charters remain subject to the selected gulet’s availability.
Kos may not be the embarkation port for every listed gulet. The gulet’s current location, availability for embarkation in Kos on your charter dates and any effect this may have on the proposal should be confirmed before booking.
The charter fee generally covers the use of the gulet, its standard equipment and the professional team on board.
Fuel, food and drinks, port fees, local taxes and services requested by guests may be charged separately from the charter fee. Some gulets offer food and drinks as a package, while others use an Advance Provisioning Allowance for variable expenses. APA is an advance paid towards expenses incurred during the charter.
Cabin count and authorised overnight guest capacity vary by gulet. In addition to the total capacity, the distribution of master, double and twin cabins should suit your group’s sleeping requirements.
Gulets may be considered for their deck and cabin arrangements, motor yachts for covering longer distances in less time and sailing yachts for a more pronounced sailing experience. Gulets generally cruise under engine, while the use of sails depends on the gulet’s equipment and weather conditions.
The Kos–Bodrum crossing is not available to every gulet. The gulet’s flag, registration status and authorisation for international cruising must be suitable, and customs and passport formalities must be completed at designated ports of entry and exit. Guest passports and visa requirements, where applicable, should also be checked in advance.
Gulet charters around Kos are generally planned between May and October. July and August can be busier, while Meltemi winds may affect the daily itinerary. Weather and sea temperatures can be cooler in May and October, so the month should be selected according to the intended route, current conditions and gulet availability.
The transfer should be planned after the gulet’s confirmed embarkation point is known. When the charter begins in Kos, transport between Kos International Airport and the marina or agreed meeting point can be arranged. Transfer requests should be made in advance.
