Chalki Island, Rhodes, Greece
30 August 2023 · 2 min · 8K views · Chalki
What this video covers
Chalki Island lies five miles west of Rhodes, featuring a village built on the hills surrounding the main bay.Watch The port sits at the head of the bay, where vessels should anchor in the northern section to gain shelter from prevailing north and northwest winds.0:49 During summer months, a floating pontoon without lazy lines remains available approximately 65 meters from the main port.1:12 While the bay provides protection from southwest winds, west and north winds frequently generate strong squalls within the anchorage.1:19 East and southeast winds create significant swell and waves inside the bay, making the southwestern part of the bay a viable alternative for anchoring.1:26 Frequent ferry connections from Rhodes facilitate crew changes and island shuttling for visiting sailors.1:59
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