Useful details
Open sea to the west and sheltered bays with very different wave regimes.
Marine areaSouth Ionian
Coast characterOpen sea to the west and sheltered bays with very different wave regimes.
AccessNavarino Bay is sheltered, while waters outside are fully exposed to the Ionian.
Best hoursEarly morning, checking swell outside Sphacteria
What to checkMean wind, gusts, wave height, wave period and visibility.
RegulationsCheck closures, permits and minimum sizes before every outing.
Points that need attention
Narrow passages, archaeological/protected zones and a sharp contrast between inner and outer waters.