Sailing to Vathi Cove, Kalymnos Island

Vathi Cove: 36° 58.42′ N, 27° 1.80′ E

Vathi Cove is a picturesque, narrow, deep fjord on the east side of Kalymnos Island, located about 6 miles from Kalymnos port. The bottom is sand and weed, offering good holding. The cove provides good shelter from the Meltemi, although it is open to the east and experiences strong gusts off the surrounding hills. In winter, waves can rise to 2 meters in strong southeast and northeast winds.

Mooring in Vathi Cove

The pier is primarily used for tripper boats, which leave around 3-4 pm until the next morning. Captain Manolis oversees the area; follow his instructions if you wish to dock here. Drop your anchor 5 meters north of the far wall to provide enough scope before reversing onto the quay, as it is narrow.

Facilities and Provisions

• The quay on the southern shores of the head is mainly used by local fishing boats.
• The small pier for tripper boats has depths of 4 meters, decreasing to less than one meter at the rest of its body.
• Limited quantities of provisions and water are available at the pier.
• A small mini market, nice shops, and restaurants are available for a leisurely stroll.

During the season, the place can be very crowded. Don’t miss a refreshing orange juice at Sevastil.

The Village of Vathis

The small village of Vathis is situated at the head of the cove. Inland, there is a fertile valley with citrus and olive trees. The cove is affected by northeast and southeast winds, so plan your visit accordingly.