CAPTAIN ZIANE · video

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Departing Géroliménas on the southern Peloponnese, Captain Ziane sails roughly 7–8 hours north toward Pylos (Pilos) in light downwind conditions of 6–8 knots, making 4–4.5 knots boat speed under sail.0:04 The passage turns rough in the final stretch: headwinds combine with large swells and cross-currents at the port entrance, forcing an early stop at Pylos rather than pressing on.8:51 The port itself is an abandoned marina — free to use but without water or electricity — with a notoriously tight, current-swept entrance where two channels converge and create confused seas.10:16 An overnight stop at Grevataki Bay before the passage was disrupted by thunderstorms that revealed leaking portlights.5:32 At Pylos, two saltwater hand pumps that had been leaking despite repair attempts are replaced with identical new units sourced locally for €65 each (€130 for the pair), restoring the ability to wash dishes with seawater and conserve freshwater.12:40 The skipper also notes a planned crossing toward Italy in one to two days, pending a weather window with smaller swell.9:28 Replacing failing pumps outright rather than repeatedly attempting field repairs saves time on a passage.

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