Hiring a boat is the ideal way to explore the hidden beauty of Katerini, situated south of Thessaloniki. A private boat trip will allow you to alternate between a cosmopolitan and quiet life and enjoy the beach and sea that stretch to the shores of the Thermaikos Gulf. You can easily find the ideal catamaran, sailboat, motor yacht or speedboat of your choice from the harbor of Katerini or any other marina in Northern Greece. You can directly contact the owners of the vessels for the ideal boat, or simply allow a BednBlue travel expert to guide you with some suggestions.
You have plenty of options:
You can book and hire a sailboat or speedboat with a skipper, or without if you own a license, and enjoy a one-day cruise along the Pieria coastline. You also have the option to rent a motorboat and visit the wide stretch of beaches of your choice, Katerini Beach is highly recommended. If you book a catamaran, you will have plenty of space for fun, you may even organize any special event on board in an isolated bay or beach. Finally, you can hire a luxury yacht or sailboat and enjoy a multi-day adventure in the Aegean Sea, taking the time to explore the entire Gulf and even the Sporades islands.
Katerini is a holiday destination in Northern Greece with a population of about 90,000 people and is the capital of Pieria prefecture. A short distance from Katerini, Mount Olympus dominates the region with an astounding height of 2,917 m. This is a well-known residence of the Greek gods of mythology and is also declared a National Forest since it is home to over 1,700 species of plant life, more than anywhere else in Europe.
Tourists will have a unique landscape to themselves with organized walks and climbing routes. At the foot of Olympus, lies the “city of Zeus” also known as the site of Dion. Besides being the place where Zeus fathered Magnes and Makednos, the same site is believed to have influenced Alexander the Great, who made sacrifices before his strenuous military campaigns.
The city was continuously occupied by Byzantines and Romans and was also known to be the holy city of Macedonians. Tourists can admire the monuments including the sanctuary of Zeus Olympios, the Sanctuary of Demeter, the theater of Dion, and even a sanctuary dedicated to the Egyptian gods. At the foothills of Mount Olympus, you can also find the castle of Platamonas which overlooks the Aegean and was the only passage from northern to Central Greece; a strategic checkpoint during the earlier days.
Although monuments and archaeological form the main jewel of Katerini, you may also visit several interesting villages that dot the coastline. For example, the city of Livithra is known to be the homeland of Orpheus, the city of Pydna which used to be one of the biggest centers of Macedonia, and of course, you can stop by the range of fishing villages that are filled with traditional taverns and cozy restaurants. That is not all, between the hills and mountains of Pieria, there are endless blue beaches that are worth exploring with a boat trip in Katerini.
With a boat trip in Pieria, you will come across extensive beaches and isolated bays that stretch out in succession along with a distance of 70 kilometers long. 16 organized beaches are safe for all ages and are ideal for a quiet family break. Along the Pieria coasts, you can visit Paralia Katerinis, known for its clean and shallow waters. The beach has been awarded the European Blue Flag and has high-quality services that bring thousands of tourists seeking many different kinds of entertainment. Watersports, parasailing, and windsurfing are all popular activities here. From Paralia Katerinis you can gaze at Mount Olympus from your yacht, you can also rent a small boat from the harbor and discover other beaches that extend from central Pieria to the North. These include Korinos, Olympic, Pydna, and the natural bays of Methoni and Makrigialos which provide abundant shade and wide expanses of sand. 38 km from Katerini you may also visit Platamonas beach. Parking is difficult here so renting a boat will allow you to set to the harbor and enjoy both the remarkable beach and the Platamon Castle. Finally, you can hire a catamaran or sailboat and extend your cruise around the Thermaikos and Toroneos Gulf, taking your time to visit Thessaloniki and Halkidiki. You may also visit the Sporades islands and Chalkidiki in Euboea for a week or two and create unforgettable experiences.
Below you will find some useful information for your boat rentals in Katerini.
Katerini harbor: The harbor is ideal for smaller vessels and crafts, particularly speedboats and fishing boats. There is not much space for yachts since cruise ships dominate the port, but you can always drop anchor in Katerini Beach nearby.
Katerini has no airport, the nearest airport is Thessaloniki which is a little over an hour away. You may take a taxi, shuttle bus, or train to Katerini.
If you have a hard time finding your ideal catamaran, sailboat, or motor yacht from the main harbor of Katerini, you may contact our team of travel experts to assist you. You also have the option to charter a yacht from Volos Port or Thessaloniki’s Port and include sail to Katerini and the coastal villages nearby.
Savvi Marina Platamon: The marina hosts over 90 yachts, offering safe mooring of any boat on a 24-hour basis. There is wireless internet, a parking zone, and an ATM nearby. The marina is situated in Platamonas village, which has become a prominent tourist destination, bringing over 200,000 visitors yearly. The marina is also excellent for short day trips to Chalkidi and longer cruises to Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos in the Sporades complex.
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