About
Alternative Sailing is a cruise agency based near Molyvos, the postcard-perfect medieval village on the northern coast of Lesvos. Specializing in sailing experiences around the island and its surrounding Aegean waters, the company offers visitors a chance to explore Lesvos from the sea — taking in dramatic coastlines, hidden coves, and panoramic views of the Turkish coast that are simply unreachable by land.
A sailing excursion with Alternative Sailing is one of the more memorable ways to experience the island's natural beauty. Whether you are looking for a half-day trip along the rugged northern shores, a sunset cruise with the silhouette of Molyvos castle overhead, or a longer voyage to neighboring waters, the Aegean setting provides a backdrop that few destinations in the Mediterranean can match. The company's name hints at a spirit of adventure and discovery — an invitation to see Lesvos differently.
For visitors staying in or around Molyvos, booking a trip with Alternative Sailing adds a genuine seafaring dimension to an island holiday. Lesvos has deep maritime traditions stretching back thousands of years, and getting out on the water, even for a few hours, connects you to that history in a vivid and unhurried way.
Before you go
What to expect
Standing on deck as the Molyvos castle shrinks behind you, the northern Aegean opens up into sheer limestone cliffs, secluded coves that no road reaches, and the faint silhouette of the Turkish coast shimmering on the horizon. Trips range from a few hours to a full day, and the unhurried pace of sailing makes the island feel entirely different than it does from land.
Best time to visit
May through October is the sailing season; late June through September offers the warmest water and most settled winds, though July and August departures should be booked ahead.
How to get there
Molyvos is about an hour's drive north of Mytilene along the main road to the northern coast; Alternative Sailing operates from near the village, so head there to arrange your departure.
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