Diaporos Island
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There are busses from [[#Ayios Nikolaos|Ayios Nikolaos]] to [[Thessaloniki]]. | There are busses from [[#Ayios Nikolaos|Ayios Nikolaos]] to [[Thessaloniki]]. | ||
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Revision as of 01:56, 29 April 2016
Diaporos Island
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The region of Diaporos or Dhiaporos (Διάπορος) or Dhimitri island is a yachtsman's paradise. There several deserted landlocked coves surrounded by pine trees and sandy beaches. There are many reefs where one can snorkel in the clear water.
Charts
- BA
- 1086 Srimonikos kólpos to Edremit Körfezi
- Imray-Tetra
- G2 Aegean Sea (North)
- NIMA
- 54360 Thessaloniki to Canakkale Bogazi Dardanelles
- Greek
- 31 North Evoikos to Kavala Gulf
- 47 Aigaion Pelagos Northern Part
Communication
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF channels 26 & 27
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Passages
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
None.
Approach to the region is either from the S Passage through the narrow channel between Diaporos Island and Cape Xifaras or through the wider N Passage between the NE of Diaporos and the Peristeri Islands.
Warning: A good detailed chart and a lookout are necessary because of the many reefs surrounding both passages.
Berthing Options
Ports
None.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Krifos Bay
Krifos Bay is on the N side of Diaporos Island. Proceed between Ambelisti Island and Cape Kokakies. The bottom is sand, good holding.
Anchor as far south as the head of the bay in about 6m (at 40°13.327′N, 23°46.960′E) or down to 3m within about 60m of that point in the arc to the west through south and around to the north-east.
There are other suitable anchoring points in the bay.Koumaroudes Bay
Mesopanayia Bay
Dimitriaki Bay
Ayios Nikolaos
Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
None.
Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- There is a fuel station in Ayios Nikolaos, you have to use jerry cans
- Water
- N/A (Not Available)
- Electricity
- N/A
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Nice walks.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Limited supplies in in Ayios Nikolaos.
Eateries
There are a few tavernas in Ayios Nikolaos.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
N/A.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
N/A.
Garbage Disposal
Trash cans in Ayios Nikolaos.
Transportation
There are busses from Ayios Nikolaos to Thessaloniki.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Diaporos Island (Wikipedia)
References & Publications
See Greece.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit. Personal experiences?
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Diaporos Island and this page's details validated:
- May 1991 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
- July 2011 --Yachtbillabong
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