About Us

Our Journey

A Legacy of Excellence Since 1988

1988

Dr. P. P. purchased his first brand-new charter boat

1988
1992
1992

Second charter boat based in Kalamata

2017

Second-generation relaunch - Founding of Messinia Yachts.

New sailing boat added to the fleet

2017
2021
2021

First brand-new crewed catamaran introduced in the area

2023

Kalamata Marina charter base in operation

2023
2024
2024

Official entry into the local day-trip market with a brand-new modern motorboat

Fleet expansion

2025

New charter base at Kalamata Main Port

Fleet expansion with two additional catamarans

Company moves to new offices

Messinia Yachts becomes the first registered charter agency company in the Ministry of Tourism in the Peloponnese

2025
2026
2026

New additions: sailing boats, motor boats and a crewed catamaran

Pylos Marina charter base operation for day trips

New office at Kalamata main port

Meet Our Team

The People Behind Your Perfect Yachting Experience

Team Member

Dr. Panagiotis Petikidis (1947 - 2021)

The Founder

A deep love for the sea was part of Dr. Panagiotis Petikidis from a very young age. Although he built a distinguished professional career as an Ophthalmologist and served for many years as Director of the Ophthalmology Clinic at the General Hospital of Kalamata, the sea was always his true calling...

Messinia Yachts proudly welcomes the second generation of the family.

Team Member

Dimitris Petikidis

Co-founder of Messinia Yachts

Dimitris, co-founder of Messinia Yachts, re-launched his father's sailing business in 2019, expanding it with new yachts and premium services, while honoring the values instilled by his father. Seamlessly blending tradition with modernity, Messinia Yachts today represents the pinnacle of luxury yachting in the Peloponnese...

Team Member

Georgia Vergadou

Travel Planner / Charter Department

Georgia leads social media, Events, and Personalized Charter Experiences at Messinia Yachts. She works closely with guests to understand their needs and create custom charter programs, including extra activities and special services during their trip...

Vasiliki Kokkinou

Charter Department / Customer Service Executive

Petros Kritikos

Technical Department / Base Manager / Skipper

Petros brings extensive experience across sailing yachts, motor yachts and catamarans making him a versatile and trusted member of our team...

Dimitrios Dimitrakopoulos

Dimitrios Dimitrakopoulos

Motor Yacht Brokerage / Sales & Client Relations

Dimitrios is managing client communications, building strong relationships, and overseeing sales within the motor yacht brokerage...

Group Photo Gallery

Moments from Our Yachting Adventures

Explore our collection of memorable moments captured during our yacht charter experiences across the stunning waters of the Peloponnese and Ionian Sea. These vivid images are a window into the world of authentic Greek yachting spontaneous, joyful, and always breathtaking.

These images showcase the unforgettable adventures, breathtaking sunsets, crystal-clear waters, and joyful moments shared with our guests aboard our fleet. Each frame captures a piece of the freedom that only sailing can deliver.

From intimate sunset cruises to large group celebrations at sea, each photograph tells a story of luxury, exploration, and the timeless beauty of Greek sailing. Our guests come from all over the world, united by the same desire: to experience the Mediterranean in its purest form.

Every voyage with Messinia Yachts is a chance to discover hidden coves, taste fresh seafood at seaside tavernas, and witness sunsets that only the Peloponnesian horizon can offer. We sail to places you cannot reach by road untouched bays, secluded beaches, and ancient coastal villages.

The laughter shared over a swim stop, the quiet awe of a star-filled sky anchored in a calm bay, the excited chatter as dolphins race alongside the bow these are the moments that stay with you long after the voyage ends.

Whether you are celebrating a milestone, bonding with family, or simply escaping the everyday, our crew is dedicated to making every second on the water count.

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