Perdika Anchorage Guide

Anchoring Zones

Perdika has 2 distinct anchoring zones, each with different depth, holding, and exposure characteristics. Choose the zone that matches your boat size and the expected overnight conditions.

Setting Your Anchor

The bottom at Perdika is primarily sand and weed with reliable holding when properly set. Use the following approach:

1. Approach slowly and check your depth sounder on the way in. At 4–8m, deploy at minimum 7:1 scope (56m chain at 8m depth).
2. Drop into the wind or current and pay out chain steadily as the boat drifts back — do not allow chain to pile on the anchor.
3. Set firmly in reverse. Apply moderate throttle astern for 30–60 seconds. The chain should tighten without the boat moving backwards.
4. Take a GPS bearing. Note your position once set and compare to the scope calculator to confirm you have adequate chain for the depth.

Recommended anchor types for this bottom: Rocna, Mantus, Spade, Delta. See our guide to anchor types by bottom for detailed comparisons.

Overnight Anchoring & Anchor Alarm

Overnight stays at Perdika are feasible but require monitoring. The anchorage is exposed to S and SW and W winds.

Set your GPS anchor alarm to 70m radius before going below for the night.70m for the outer anchorage to cover normal swing in the afternoon W thermal that typically builds to F3 by 15:00. Holding is good in the sandy patches but snorkelling to verify the anchor is through any posidonia is advisable. If SW swell develops, this anchorage becomes exposed — 90m radius should trigger alarm and signal time to reassess. Inner mole alarm can be set to 35m.

Best in May–June and September–October. A working fishing village, Perdika is less of a beach destination and more of a dining stop — it retains its village character even in July–August. Quieter than Aegina Town and far more authentic. The afternoon W thermal is strongest in June–August; plan dinghy trips ashore before 13:00 and after 18:00.

Navigation Hazards

• Afternoon W–SW thermal (F3–4) from 13:00–18:00 creates chop in the outer anchorage — ensure anchor is well set before going ashore
• Posidonia patches in the outer anchorage: anchor may drag on seagrass; snorkel to verify sand penetration before leaving boat
• SW swell can penetrate the outer anchorage in unsettled conditions — the bay offers less protection from SW than it appears on the chart
• Fishing boat activity at dawn: mooring lines may cross with fishing boats returning; maintain a watch from 05:00–07:00
• Shoal water N of the islet of Moni — observe the recommended passage channel to Perdika from the S

Rules & Regulations

• Permit: Not required beyond standard Greek DEKPA transit log
• Anchoring fee: Free (anchorage); small quay fee for stern-to berth (~€5/night informally)
• Restrictions: DEKPA and TEPAI required. Fishing boats have absolute priority on the quay — do not block their access. The islet of Moni is a nature reserve (goats and deer visible ashore); landing is permitted but do not disturb wildlife. Posidonia patches in the outer anchorage — snorkel to verify sand before setting.

For a full overview of Greek anchoring rules, see our overnight anchoring rules by region guide.

Facilities

• Fresh water: Not available on site
• Fuel: Not available — nearest: Perdika village (0nm)
• Restaurant: 3–4 excellent fish tavernas directly on the quayside — fresh fish daily from local boats; Agora fish restaurant and Antonis are highly recommended
• Provisions: Available

Skipper's Tips

1. The fish tavernas in Perdika are among the best in the Saronic — the fresh catch grilled simply with lemon is outstanding; budget for a generous dinner ashore
2. Dinghy or small ferry (€3) across to the islet of Moni for a walk with deer and peacocks — a quirky Saronic highlight accessible only from Perdika
3. Anchor as early as possible (before 13:00) to secure a good spot before the afternoon W thermal makes manoeuvring difficult
4. If the outer anchorage is choppy in the afternoon, the mole berth is more comfortable for eating aboard