We stayed until Sunday 5th October when the winds from the south abated.
We decided for a change to try an alternative stopping point on the east side of Leros.
All of 7 miles or so
From the log book I see we had a lazy day leaving Blefoutis at 15:15
Now normally we have absolutely no problems anchoring. Our Rocna anchor has been outstanding.
Unfortunately on this occasion, no matter how many times we tried, we couldn’t get the anchor to bite at the remaining space at either Alindi, (Wpt 6) or near Aghia Marina (Wpt 8). We did manage to find a spot in the little bay at (Wpt 7) but we were quite shallow and too near a couple of other boats. They were very graceful but we didn’t think it fair so we upped and left.
Our unsuccessful anchoring attempts
In the end we plumped for the new buoys at Pandelli. (Panteli on my Italian Chart !!!)
We used to anchor here in years past, just a bit further south of the buoys off the beach. It’s a bit hit and miss there, it’s a rocky shelf with sand on top.
Remaining anchor spots – the two boats in the distance.
Anyway we now fancied a meal ashore so we stumped up our 30 euros a night for a buoy.
George is very professional in his little tender buzzing about the boats, directing you then taking your bow lines and tying you off. It’s absolutely bunged with charter boats – must be on the KOS charterers places to visit, and why not? It’s a lovely spot.
We ate ashore in Pirofani, the same restaurant we had visited on the beach front many years ago. The prices not unexpectedly are up a bit but still lovely and a great spot.
Glorious sunsets & heading ashore for the evening
The fish harbour end is a wee bit run down now, such a shame. You used to be able to pick up a spot here if you were a wee boat & wished to try your chances at squeezing in. We never did though & I wouldn’t fancy it now.
The views from the buoys are fantastic, albeit 30 euros a night is a bit steep to justify lingering more than one night. Got to watch them Scottish Groats.
Morning pictures from the boat
