Explore the Aegean and Ionian Seas where Greece’s prime water sports destinations await: Paros, Kos, Athens, Tinos, and Halkidiki. Beyond their stunning vistas, these locales serve as epicenters of exhilaration for water sports lovers. Catering to both experts and beginners, they promise unforgettable adventures amidst their scenic splendor.

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These selected destinations are equipped with top-tier facilities and the latest gear, guaranteeing each venture into the waters is remarkably thrilling. Expert instructors and renowned schools are at hand, ensuring a safe and exhilarating experience for all.

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Paros

Paros Kite

Where: Pounta beach, Paros. Expertise: With 30 years of experience, Paros Kite has established itself as a leading watersports center in the region, known for leveraging the summer’s reliable Meltemi winds. Watersports: Wind surfing, kite surfing, pedalos.

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Awake Paros

Where: Paros, Golden Beach. Expertise: A team of certified experts in water sports, offering lessons and equipment rentals for enthusiasts of all levels. Watersports: Water skiing, wake surfing, foil wake, floating tube rides, disco boats, stand-up paddleboarding, skimboarding, bodyboarding, kayaking, canoeing.

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Water Ski Zone

Where: Kolymbithres Beach, Northern Paros. Expertise: Perfect for beginners due to its protected location from strong winds, Water Ski Zone offers expert tuition in water skiing (monoski, double skiing, wakeboarding, barefoot) and more. Watersports: Water skiing, canoeing, SUP, tubing, and various fun water games.

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Natural High Wakeboard and Ski Center

Where: Naousa Bay, Paros. Expertise: Founded in 2006 by Iro Gavala and Yannis Panagakos, both with extensive backgrounds in adventure sports since 1994 and trained in Europe and New Zealand. Members of the British Water Ski Association, offering world-class instruction across all skill levels. Watersports: Waterski, wakeboard, wakesurf, barefoot, inflatable rides (sofa, flyfish, tubes), SUP, pedalos, kayaks. Website

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Kos

Windzone

Where: Psalidi beach, near Kos Town. Expertise: Founded by two friends, Agis & George, Windzone leverages the consistently blowing Meltemi winds to offer an exhilarating experience for surf enthusiasts of all skill levels. Watersports: Windsurfing, kitesurfing, wingfoiling.

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Kos Imperial

Where: Kos Imperial Thalasso, Psalidi coastline. Expertise: Imperial Kos offers expert windsurfing instruction for all levels, using top-of-the-line equipment from Tabou & Gan Sail. With a focus on safety, especially for jetski users, they ensure a secure and enjoyable experience. Watersports: Windsurfing, jetski (with designated area), water ski, inflatables, SUP, surfing, pedalo, canoe.

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Anemos Windsurfing Club

Where: Psalidi coastline, Kos. Expertise: Anemos boasts a skilled team and fully trained instructors offering lessons for beginners to advanced windsurfers. They provide the latest NAISH boards & rigs and unique sailing experiences with a variety of boats. Watersports: Windsurfing, sailing (fast catamaran, hobiecat, dart, topcat, laser Pico), parasailing, tubing, wakeboarding, water skiing, jet ski hire. Boat trips are also available.

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Baywatch Watersports

Where: Kefalas beach, Kos. Expertise: Offering adrenaline-pumping rides including parascending, tailored ski boat trips, and a chance to see dolphins. Fully licensed, insured, and adheres to strict safety standards. Watersports: Parascending, waterskiing, wakeboarding, banana rides. Jet skiing available for those over 18 or as pillion riders.

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Central Watersports Kardamena

Where: South Side of Kos, Kardamena. Expertise: With 20 years of experience in water sports, Kos Water Sports excels in offering safe, exciting, and adventurous activities with specialized staff. The center is committed to providing the best experience with the latest generation engines and materials. Watersports: Wakeboarding, parascending, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, jetskiing, xstreamring, UFO, banana rides, airstream, and pedaloes.

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Halkidiki

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Action Waters Sports

Action Waters Sports

Where: Nea Potidea Beach, Cassandra, Halkidiki. Expertise: A professional team dedicated to offering a comprehensive water sports experience for all ages and skill levels. With a strong belief in safe enjoyment through proper training, they ensure everyone has a great time on the water. Watersports: Waterskiing, wakeboarding, parasailing, subwing, windsurfing, SUP, canoeing, pedal boating, and inflatable toys.

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Lolos Ski Center

Where: Neos Marmaras, Halkidiki. Expertise: Founded by champion waterskier Grigoris “Lolos” Kasidokostas in the early 1980s, this prestigious school is known for its high-quality instruction in water skiing and wakeboarding for all levels. Partnered with Porto Carras to become a premier destination for water sports. Watersports: Wakesurfing, mono and double waterskiing, wakeboarding, barefoot waterskiing, trickski, jetski.

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Surf Vourvourou

Where: Vourvourou, Halkidiki. Expertise: Specializing in watersport rentals and lessons, Surf Vourvourou invites you to explore the beautiful coastline of Vourvourou by sea. The center caters to friends, families, and couples looking for fun and adventure on the water. Watersports: Windsurfing, sailing, SUP, surfing, kayaking, paddleboats, windfoil, pedalos, and mountain biking.

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Watersports Center

Where: Near Eagles Palace Hotel, 5 km towards Ouranoupolis from Nea Roda Beach, Halkidiki. Expertise: Operating since 1983 and relocated in 2001 for better water conditions and advanced accommodation services. Positioned perfectly for windless bays near the island of Ammouliani, the center provides a superior experience for watersports junkies. Watersports: Wakesurfing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, barefoot waterskiing, SUP.

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Rhodes

Tsambikos Watersports

Where: Tsambika Beach, 25 km from Rhodes Town. Expertise: Established in 1990 and located at Tsambika Beach since 2009, Tsambikos Watersports is dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming environment for its guests, prioritizing safety and combining professionalism with a friendly approach to deliver excellent service. Watersports: Parasailing, banana boat rides, waterpark, crazy sofa, water skiing.

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Kostas Water Sports

Where: Tsampika Beach, Rhodes. Expertise: With over two decades of operation, Kostas Water Sports is committed to providing a unique, safe, and enjoyable experience for all customers. They prioritize the use of new equipment for the latest and most popular water sports activities, catering to both kids and adults. Watersports: Parasailing, waterskiing, inflatable toy rides.

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Paddle Paradise

Where: Stegna, Eastern Coast of Rhodes. Expertise: Specializing in SUP tours and equipment rental, Paddle Paradise is located in the quaint fishing village of Stegna. It’s the perfect spot for escaping the crowds and exploring Rhodes’ beautiful coastline, with expert guidance available for first-timers. Watersports: SUP Adventure, Early Birdie Paddle, Custom Paddle, with opportunities to explore caves, secluded beaches, and snorkel in clear waters.

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Water Sports Center

Where: Kiotari beach, south of Rhodes’ east coast. Expertise: As one of Rhodes’ largest water sports centers, Kiotari Water Sports Center is the heart of the resort, offering a wide array of thrilling activities for families and enthusiasts alike. The center is known for its comprehensive range of services and equipment for both beginners and advanced users. Watersports: Windsurfing, cat sailing, jet skiing, water skiing, canoeing, sea cycling, motorboat rentals, sea cruises, parasailing, and special occasions like “Day under Sail” yacht services.

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Rodos Water Sports Action

Where: Lardos Beach, Rhodes. Expertise: Since 1989, Rodos Water Sports Action has been the go-to destination for both serene family days out and adrenaline-pumping water activities. With certified drivers from the British WaterSki and Wakeboard Federation and experienced staff, they ensure an enjoyable and skillful experience. Watersports: Jet Skiing, parasailing, waterskiing, tube rides, stand up paddleboarding, boat hire, pedaloes. They also offer a unique Jet Ski Safari trip exploring local attractions like the Pink Floyd mansion in Pefki, Cave of the Sea Lion, and Navarone Bay.

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Tinos

Places for Surfing & Kite Surfing Solo

Tinos in the Cyclades is a must for water sports enthusiasts, with 114 kilometers of coastline promising undiscovered gems for an exhilarating surfing experience, standing out as a premier destination for surfers, windsurfers and kitesurfers.

Surfing enthusiasts flock to Kolymbithra and Livada, while windsurfers prefer the breezy shores of Agios Fokas, Kionia and Aghios Romanos.

Kitesurfing thrives all over the island, with July and August offering optimal northerly winds. Notable spots include Megali Kolymbithra for its long, sandy beach and Livada for challenging waves. Meanwhile, Agios Fokas and Kionia attract with their sandy expanses.

Tinos Surf Lessons

Where: Kolymbithra beach, northern side of Tinos. Expertise: Founded by John Vidalis, a local surfer, this was the first surf center in the Cyclades, leveraging the Meltemi winds for perfect waves. It caters to all surfing levels. Watersports: Surf tuition, surfboard, bodyboard, canoe, kayak, and skimboard rentals. Website

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Athens

Astir Ski Club

Where: Astir Beach, part of the Astir Beach Palace Hotel, Vouliagmeni, Athenian Riviera. Expertise: Operating since 1996, Astir Ski Club offers a prime destination for water ski enthusiasts and those looking to indulge in a variety of water sports on a private beach with luxurious amenities. Watersports: Water skiing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing, jetskiing, wing foiling, seabob, canoeing, parachuting, fly fishing, ringo rides, speed boating.

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Athens Watersports Club

Where: Loutsa, 30 km from Athens center, western Aegean coast. Expertise: Authorized Watersports School and a prime spot in Attica for surf enthusiasts, Athens Watersports Club offers a range of activities with experienced instructors. Open all year, with special summer camps for windsurf, SUP, and kayak. Watersports: Windsurfing, kiteboarding, stand-up paddling, indoor rowing, kayaking-surfski.

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Lolos Ski Center
Lolos Ski Center

Lolos Ski Center

Where: Nautical Club of Vouliagmeni Residents, Vouliagmeni, Athenian Riviera. Expertise: Founded in 1984, Lolos Ski Center is recognized for its experienced instructors and a strong emphasis on safety and quality training, particularly for children. It’s celebrated as one of Athens’ premier water ski centers, now also offering wakeboarding due to its recent popularity. Watersports: Water skiing, wakeboarding.

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Shark Water Sports Varkiza

Where: Yabanaki Beach, Athens Riviera, Varkiza. Expertise: With over 20 years of professional experience, Shark Water Sports offers a wide range of water sports activities using top-quality equipment. Located in the vibrant Varkiza Resort, the center provides endless entertainment options with a focus on safety. Watersports: Water Ski, Wakeboard, Wakesurf, Windsurf, Barefoot, SUP, canoe rentals, tubing, water sofa.

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Moraitis Sports Center

Where: Schinias coastline, east of Athens. Expertise: Moraitis Sports Center continues to offer lessons in wakeboarding, windsurfing, water skiing, and SUP to both young and older enthusiasts. It also provides rental opportunities for those looking to experience the thrill of the sea without taking lessons, featuring a significant fleet of inflatables. Watersports: Wakeboarding, windsurfing, water-skiing, SUP, inflatable rides.

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