Lifejackets
We have a couple of swimming aids available, but these are only for young children. The emergency lifejackets on board are more than enough for everyone, but please note these are for emergencies ONLY!
We do not put on lifejackets before departing; there is really no need, it is not required by law, and it is not part of the long-standing Greek seafaring culture. The reason is that we don’t have strong tides or currents in our area like those found in so many Western European seas, so it is quite safe without them. If you have an older teenager who cannot swim, they should bring their own buoyancy aid, as we cannot provide one of that size. If you have an exceptionally active child and would feel safer with them wearing a safety aid, please ask the skipper to put one on them.
We do not put on lifejackets before departing; there is really no need, it is not required by law, and it is not part of the long-standing Greek seafaring culture. The reason is that we don’t have strong tides or currents in our area like those found in so many Western European seas, so it is quite safe without them. If you have an older teenager who cannot swim, they should bring their own buoyancy aid, as we cannot provide one of that size. If you have an exceptionally active child and would feel safer with them wearing a safety aid, please ask the skipper to put one on them.
Fire extinguishers
We have at least two on board, as per the requirements of the marine surveyor protocols that regularly inspect the boat. They pass annual inspections and maintenance, as does all our safety equipment, and are certified by an authorised company.
Other safety equipment
The boat is equipped with a GMDSS system, meaning it has either two DSC-capable VHF radios with separate electrical systems, or one radio and an EPIRB emergency satellite beacon. These are also inspected and certified annually.
Attention! This equipment is there for your safety and should be operated only by your skipper. Anyone fiddling with it may trigger an emergency declaration, resulting in Coast Guard boats and/or helicopters being sent to find us. In the end, you will be presented with a very large bill for calling out the authorities without reason. Please ensure nobody starts pressing any buttons they find, especially children.