Sailing Sikinos Cyclades Greece.
16 February 2025 · 13 min · 266 views · Sikinos
What this video covers
Reality departs Sikinos, a small Cyclades island in Greece, bound for Santorini roughly five hours away, sailing downwind on jib only in comfortable conditions.10:22 Sikinos has a population of 250, two paved roads, two beaches, four restaurants, and one small mini market; the main town sits at the top of a hill.11:14 The crew anchored overnight in five meters of water with 35 meters of chain out, one of only four or five boats that can fit in that anchorage.11:28 A ferry port occupies part of the bay and cannot be anchored in front of.11:47 The island of Ios is visible to one side; Santorini is visible in the distance ahead.10:41 The neighboring island of Neos is passed without a stop.12:01 No mechanical or navigational problems are reported; the passage is straightforward and the anchorage at Sikinos is described as quiet and attractive despite minimal infrastructure.
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