Vourkari

port · Kea · Cyclades

Vourkari is a port on the island of Kea, in the Cyclades cruising area.

The nearest town is Korissia.

Kea is part of the Cyclades.

Also known as Όρμος βουρκαρι.

Bay of Agios Nikolaos, Vourkari quay and walk up to Ioulis.

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Shelter by wind direction

Good shelter in north (meltemi), north-east, east, south-east (sirocco) and south wind.

Partial shelter in south-west, west and north-west wind.

Swell can come in from west to west (264°–272°).

Shelter is estimated from open water and swell, not from wind strength: a strong wind can still gust over the land.

Here, shelter depends on tonight's wind. Seadromy reads the forecast and tells you before you leave.

Good holding.

Direct approach from open water; the routing point lies 0.8 NM from the anchoring spot.

Marked on the nautical chart as: anchorage and harbour.

A good gateway to visit the island.

A remarkable site can be reached from here.

A village is a quarter of an hour away without a vehicle.

Within reach:

Nearest services:

When the wind makes this place exposed, the nearest places rated as well sheltered are:

Yes. Shelter is rated good in north wind.

Yes. Shelter is rated good in south-east wind.

Good holding.

Yes, it is a port: check berth availability and book ahead in summer.