Cleopatra Marina is situated on the Aktion Peninsula, in the heart of the Ionian Sea on Greece’s west coast. Very close to both Preveza and Lefkada, it is an easily accessible, well-protected marina to use as a base to explore the incredible Ionian Islands. Known for its easy sailing and calm sea, it’s a novice sailors ideal sailing ground.
Cleopatra Marina is a hospitable marina with modern design, friendly staff and affords a comfortable stay for both short term and long term vessels. The marina offers monthly and annual berthing rates and so a large selection of charter boats make this marina their home. Covering an area of 11 hectares, it is also the largest dry dock in Greece and can handle any kind of problem encountered on a charter holiday.
Facilities
Cleopatra Marina has 100 sea berths, all connected to electricity and water, and can accommodate boat lengths of up to 30m and a maximum draft of 8m. Vessels are docked along floating pontoons which are 4m wide and anchoring is with mooring lines. There vis 24-hour security with CCTV and a personal security guard.
The huge dry dock has 1000 dry berths for all types of sailing boats. Up-to-date equipment and superb technical support ensures the safety and maintenance of the yachts berthing here. Cleopatra Marina has the largest travel lift in Western Greece as well as smaller travel lifts, capacity 50T and two hydraulic oat trailers and a mobile crane for boats up to 23T. The marina has the capacity to hoist, launch and berth yachts up to 45m length, 10m width, 5m draught and 300 tons weight.
Cleopatra Marina can handle even the most demanding technical issues. Services provided include: complete winter maintenance programs, yacht refits and custom projects and general boat maintenance. Maintenance, installation and repair work can be done on marine engines, transmission systems, propulsion and steering systems, generators, machinery/auxiliaries and mechanical equipment, refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, deck equipment, electrical systems, solar panels and wind-generators. In addition, craftsmen are on hand for sail making and repairs, rigging and upholstery work.
For the hull and exterior services include antifouling/copper coat/painting, anti-osmosis protection/osmosis treatment, grit-blasting services sand-blasting services, hydro-blasting, polishing/gelcoat restoring and repairs, spray painting, grp repair and constructions, stainless steel work, wood work (interior/exterior), teak deck installation, repair and re-caulking, wood varnishing (interior/exterior), safety equipment inspection, inflatable boats maintenance and repair, boat cleaning (interior/exterior), biological cleaning (yacht interior, carpets, upholstery, mattresses, cushions etc.), yacht shrink wrapping for protection.
Marina facilities, all with disabled access, are: a reception with friendly and efficient staff, a restaurant, café and bar, a mini market, a chandlery shop, sanitary facilities, laundries, a children’s playground. there are also rooms to let onsite, free Wi-Fi and internet lounge, post and Wi-Fi, a car rental service. there is also a fuel and lubrication station, storage facility and containers for rent and a shuttle service to Preveza.
Getting there and away
Cleopatra Marina is just 1,5 km from Aktion Airport.
We’ve advised many guests who choose Cleopatra Marina in Preveza, on Greece’s Ionian coast, and we can say with confidence that it’s a practical base for a one-day outing or a full week on the water. Cleopatra Marina is located in Preveza (Epirus region), a port town that sits close to the entrance to the Ambracian Gulf. From our experience, this matters because it gives you easy access to sheltered waters for relaxed cruising, and also quick routes toward the open Ionian Sea when the weather is right.
Actually, Preveza itself is a comfortable start point: you can find services for provisioning and day-to-day needs before departure. We have noticed that visitors who rent a boat for short trips often mix a morning departure with time near the coastline, then return before sunset to enjoy the town atmosphere. For longer itineraries, guests who have trusted us usually plan around the natural coastline and the chain of islands in the Ionian.
Regarding how to reach the area, our guests typically fly into Aktion National Airport, which is the closest major airport serving Preveza. From the airport, transfers are straightforward by road into Preveza. For travelers coming from elsewhere in Greece, road connections also work well, since Preveza is linked to the wider highway network along the western mainland.
If you’re thinking about land connections beyond flying, we recommend checking local ferry schedules in advance, because routes and timetables can change seasonally. Still, the port location helps for day logistics.
On-water, we have seen that a week from Preveza often includes stops around the Ionian shoreline and nearby islands. Many guests aim for the islands and coves you can reach within a cruising day, and some also plan a visit toward the Ammbracian Gulf area for a quieter experience. Coastal viewpoints and beaches along the Epirus coast are also popular in short “in-and-out” plans—grab a swim, take a slow look, and keep moving!
From our knowledge, Preveza is well placed for anyone who wants Ionian scenery without making every plan complicated. We advise you to discuss your intended route with the marina team before departure—conditions and timing are everything!