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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

    TAMARITA

    From €105,000/week
    4 cabins
    152 ft
    Perini Navi
    10 guests
    Refit: 2022
    190 Litres/Hr

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    Blue Velvet

    From €17,760/week
    6 cabins
    52 ft
    Lagoon
    12 guests
    Built: 2020

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    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    FUNDA D

    From €49,000/week
    5 cabins
    98 ft
    Ferretti
    12 guests
    Built: 2007
    440 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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    MILGAUSS

    From €35,000/week
    4 cabins
    78 ft
    Admiral - It
    9 guests
    Refit: 2019
    600 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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    M/S Harmonia

    From €10,500/week
    7 cabins
    78 ft
    Custom
    16 guests
    Refit: 2017
    70 Litres/Hr

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    GIOE I

    From €45,000/week
    5 cabins
    99 ft
    Tecnomar
    12 guests
    Refit: 2022
    680 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski

    MANU

    From €18,500/week
    4 cabins
    68 ft
    Azimut
    8 guests
    Refit: 2021
    300 Litres/Hr

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    Dinaia

    From €82,000/week
    5 cabins
    105 ft
    San Lorenzo
    10 guests
    Built: 2018
    700 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski

    ESTIA POSEIDON

    From €33,000/week
    4 cabins
    85 ft
    Falcon
    10 guests
    Refit: 2021
    470 Litres/Hr

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    ARKTOS

    From €37,000/week
    5 cabins
    113 ft
    Basimakopoulos Shipyard, Koilada-Greece
    11 guests
    Refit: 2018
    160 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    STEEL

    From €120,000/week
    5 cabins
    146 ft
    TUZLA SHIPYARD
    12 guests
    Built: 2011
    425 Litres/Hr

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    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    ESTIA YI

    From €36,000/week
    4 cabins
    88 ft
    Ferretti
    9 guests
    Refit: 2021
    480 Litres/Hr

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    BABY D

    From €12,250/week
    1 cabin
    43 ft
    Grand Soleil
    2 guests
    Built: 2020

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