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Symi is a charter location in Dodecanese Islands, a yacht charter area in Greece.

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Symi, which can also be spelled “Simi”, is an affluent, beautiful, and somewhat unique island located in the Dodecanese region of Greece. It’s not one of the biggest, not by a long stretch, but it’s still popular with tourists and once you step foot on the island and drink-in all that natural beauty you’ll understand why.

There is a lot to see and do on the island of Symi, but many of the sights and activities revolve around sponges. In the 19th century Symi became one of the biggest sellers of natural sponges in Greece, all of which were scavenged from the seabed by local divers. It was a dangerous business and it required a lot of nerve, thus earning these sponge-divers the respect of islanders across Greece.

The history of this profession can be seen and studied in all its glory in the local maritime and archeological museums, where you’ll also get to see some ancient sponges for yourself. You can also buy some of these sponges—picking up the perfect memento of your time on the island.

It’s worth noting, however, that this trade is not what it was and very few sponges are actually still harvested in and around Symi. Most of the ones you will find in the local shops have been imported and there are no divers trying their luck—in fact, there are actually very strict rules that prohibit diving around the island and there is also a distinct lack of diving schools and activities.

Still, those sponges and the sponge industry in general made this island what it is today (it became hugely rich and popular because of this trade) and you’ll be able to witness this history for yourself.

The main reason people visit Symi today is to enjoy some solitude, as the island has plenty of beaches, bars and other relaxing activities.

    Yachts available in Symi

    Jetski
    Jacuzzi
    Scuba Onboard

    MUSTIQUE

    From €230,000/week
    6 cabins
    180 ft
    Trinity Yachts
    12 guests
    Built: 2005

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    Jetskis: 2

    SAMARA

    From €65,000/week
    4 cabins
    79 ft
    8 guests
    Refit: 2020
    110 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski

    SIMPLY BRILLIANT

    From €21,000/week
    3 cabins
    69 ft
    Ferretti
    6 guests
    Refit: 2023: new salon floo
    400 Litres/Hr

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    IPHARRA

    From €68,000/week
    5 cabins
    102 ft
    Sunreef Yachts
    10 guests
    Refit: 2017
    50 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    VERA

    From €210,000/week
    6 cabins
    170 ft
    Abeking & Rasmussen
    12 guests
    Refit: 2009
    750 Litres/Hr

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    ARKTOS

    From €27,750/week
    5 cabins
    113 ft
    Basimakopoulos Shipyard, Koilada-Greece
    11 guests
    Refit: 2018
    160 Litres/Hr

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    Omnia

    From €10,750/week
    4 cabins
    46 ft
    Lagoon
    8 guests
    Built: 2020
    20 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski

    Legend

    From €23,000/week
    4 cabins
    69 ft
    Uniesse
    8 guests
    Refit: 2020
    400 Litres/Hr

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    Jacuzzi

    JULIE M

    From €40,000/week
    4 cabins
    82 ft
    Ferretti
    8 guests
    Refit: 2016
    500 Litres/Hr

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    30 reviews

    MELITI

    From €16,730/week
    5 cabins
    56 ft
    Lagoon
    10 guests
    Refit: 2020
    30 Litres/Hr

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    CARTE BLANCHE

    From €11,900/week
    3 cabins
    56 ft
    Ferretti
    6 guests
    Refit: 2023: re-upholstery
    260 Litres/Hr

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    AQUILA

    From €68,000/week
    5 cabins
    121 ft
    Custom Built Aluminum Cutter
    12 guests
    Refit: 2019
    500 Litres/Hr

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    ERATO

    From €30,000/week
    7 cabins
    90 ft
    Turkish shipyard
    19 guests
    Refit: 2023
    110 Litres/Hr

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    Jetskis: 2
    Jacuzzi

    SERENITY

    From €550,000/week
    10+ cabins
    236 ft
    Austal/Oceanfast
    30 guests
    Refit: 2017
    390 Litres/Hr

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    TESS

    From €20,000/week
    4 cabins
    78 ft
    .
    8 guests
    Refit: 2012/2020
    50 Litres/Hr

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