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

The anchorages on Symi:

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

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    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    Koukles

    From €55,000/week
    4 cabins
    98 ft
    Azimut
    9 guests
    Refit: 2024
    500 Litres/Hr

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    SMYRNA

    From €50,000/week
    5 cabins
    122 ft
    Custom Built Aluminum Cutter
    10 guests
    Built: 2012

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    MY STAR

    From €12,000/week
    4 cabins
    45 ft
    Lagoon
    8 guests
    Built: 2022
    20 Litres/Hr

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    14 reviews

    ALICE

    From €12,000/week
    4 cabins
    46 ft
    Lagoon
    8 guests
    Refit: 2024
    15 Litres/Hr

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    54 reviews
    Jacuzzi

    ALEXANDRA II

    From €32,500/week
    4 cabins
    67 ft
    Fountaine Pajot
    8 guests
    Built: 2022
    30 Litres/Hr

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    Jacuzzi

    UNEXPECTED

    From €119,000/week
    5 cabins
    124 ft
    Heesen
    10 guests
    Refit: 2021

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    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    ARIELA

    From €115,000/week
    6 cabins
    131 ft
    CRN Ancona
    12 guests
    Refit: 2023

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    83 reviews

    MOYA

    From €16,730/week
    5 cabins
    56 ft
    Lagoon
    10 guests
    Refit: 2022
    30 Litres/Hr

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    LIANA H

    From €27,300/week
    5 cabins
    92 ft
    Custom
    12 guests
    Refit: 2018

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    Jetski

    ALMAZ

    From €19,000/week
    4 cabins
    67 ft
    Azimut
    8 guests
    Refit: 2017
    350 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski

    Viva Shira

    From €32,000/week
    5 cabins
    96 ft
    NETA
    10 guests
    Refit: 2015

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    Jetskis: 2

    MY TOY

    From €100,000/week
    5 cabins
    140 ft
    AB Yachts
    10 guests
    Refit: 2019
    850 Litres/Hr

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    UNPLUGGED

    From €49,000/week
    5 cabins
    111 ft
    Valdettaro, Italy
    10 guests
    Refit: 2015

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    STELLAR

    From €9,660/week
    1 cabin
    42 ft
    Fjord
    2 guests
    Refit: 2022: new exterior s
    100 Litres/Hr

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    DREAM

    From €19,000/week
    4 cabins
    70 ft
    Azimut
    8 guests
    Refit: 2022
    350 Litres/Hr

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