Mongonisi
marina · Mongonisi · Ionian Sea

Mongonisi is a marina on the island of Mongonisi, in the Ionian Sea cruising area.
The nearest town is Ozias.
Mongonisi is part of the Ionian Islands.
Also known as Όρμος Οζιάς, Μογγονήσι and Οζιάς.
Sheltered bay in southern Paxos, facing Antipaxos.
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Shelter by wind direction
Good shelter in east, south-east (sirocco), south, south-west and west wind.
Partial shelter in north-east and north-west wind.
No shelter in north (tramontana) wind.
Swell can come in from north to north-north-east (0°–16°).
- sheltered
- partly
- exposed
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.
Seabed, depth and room
Satellite imagery shows light, sandy patches around the anchoring spot.
Approach
Direct approach from open water; the routing point lies 0.7 NM from the anchoring spot.
Marked on the nautical chart as: anchorage and harbour.
Ashore and services
Sandy beach.
A good gateway to visit the island.
A remarkable site can be reached from here.
Within reach:
- Agia Marina Otzia basilica: 4 min on foot
- Ozias: 18 min by road
- Makratika: 21 min by road
- Vlachopoulatika: 25 min by road
- Katsimatika: 27 min on foot
Nearest services:
- Restaurant (Mongonisi Taverna) 90 m away
Where to go when the wind turns
When the wind makes this place exposed, the nearest places rated as well sheltered are:
Nearby anchorages and ports
Sheltered anchorages of Ionian Sea by wind
More places – Mongonisi
- Gianiskari Beach cove
- Mitikas port
- Mourtemeno cove
- Palairos cove
Questions
Is Mongonisi sheltered from the tramontana?
No. It is exposed in north wind. The nearest well-sheltered place is Gaios, 2.1 NM by sea.
Is Mongonisi sheltered from the sirocco?
Yes. Shelter is rated good in south-east wind.
What is the seabed at Mongonisi?
Satellite imagery shows light, sandy patches around the anchoring spot.
Can you spend the night at Mongonisi?
Yes, it is a port: check berth availability and book ahead in summer.