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SEAJETS
SEAJETS is a Greek-Cypriot ferry operator founded in 1989 and headquartered in Piraeus. It operates the largest high-speed fleet in the Aegean Sea, combining catamarans and monohulls with conventional Ro-Pax ferries. SEAJETS sails primarily between April and October, linking Piraeus, Rafina, Lavrio, Heraklion, Rethymno, Volos and Kavala with the islands of the Cyclades, Sporades, North Aegean and Crete.
Key facts
- Founded
- 1989 (originally Dolphin Sea Lines); passenger ferry services from 2002
- Founders
- Panagiotis (Takis) Iliopoulos and son Marios Iliopoulos
- Headquarters
- 2 Dimitriou Gounari, Piraeus, Greece
- Service area
- Cyclades, Sporades, North Aegean, Crete
- Main hubs
- Piraeus, Rafina, Lavrio (Athens area); Heraklion, Rethymno (Crete); Volos, Kavala
- Free hand luggage
- 50 kg or 1 m³ per passenger
- Pets per passenger
- Up to 5 (EU Regulation 576/2013)
- Notable vessel
- Worldchampion Jet, Lloyd's List Greek Shipping Awards Ship of the Year 2019
- Season
- Predominantly April to October
Official websiteseajets.com
Top SEAJETS routes on SimpleFerry
- Piraeus → Serifos → Sifnos → Milos → Folegandros → Santorini → Naxos → Paros → Mykonos
- Piraeus → Syros → Mykonos → Naxos → Ios → Santorini
- Piraeus → Syros → Mykonos → Paros → Naxos → Santorini → Heraklion (Crete)
- Piraeus → Kythira → Antikythira → Kissamos (Crete)
- Lavrio → Agios Efstratios → Mirina (Limnos) → Kavala
- Heraklion / Rethymno → Santorini (day trip and scheduled)
- Volos → Skiathos → Skopelos → Alonissos
Fleet and onboard experience
SEAJETS operates the largest high-speed fleet in the Aegean. Notable vessels include the Worldchampion Jet, a high-speed catamaran that won Lloyd's List Greek Shipping Awards Ship of the Year 2019; the Tera Jet, a high-speed monohull rated for 2,000 passengers and up to 500 vehicles; and the Champion Jet 1, Champion Jet 2 and Champion Jet 3 catamarans. Additional vessels include Power Jet, Sifnos Jet, Andros Jet, Aqua Jewel and Aqua Blue. Standard seating across the high-speed fleet is airline-style economy in air-conditioned numbered-seat lounges. VIP and Club Class upgrades are available on most jets. Conventional Ro-Pax ships in the fleet additionally carry vehicles and offer cabins. Wi-Fi is available on selected vessels (charges may apply). Facilities for pets are available on board, and dedicated PET cabins are offered on conventional ships.
Booking, check-in and luggage on SimpleFerry
SEAJETS tickets are bookable on SimpleFerry in real time with no booking surcharges and instant e-ticket delivery. Each passenger may carry hand luggage weighing up to 50 kg or 1 cubic metre. Unaccompanied baggage is only accepted on contracted ships and ships operating under a public service contract; on other high-speed vessels, unaccompanied baggage cannot be sent. After departure, tickets cannot be cancelled, changed to open date or rescheduled.
Pet policy
Each passenger may travel with up to 5 owned, fully vaccinated pets in line with EU Regulation 576/2013, each with its own health passport. Pets weighing up to 10 kg travel in a carrier and remain in the area where their owner is located. Animals over 10 kg must use the special kennels. Therapy, assistance and service animals travel with their owner and must be muzzled and leashed. All ships have special accommodation for pets, and conventional ships offer special PET cabins. For reasons of hygiene, pets are not allowed to stay in other cabins, bars, restaurants or indoor areas of the ship.
Frequently asked questions
What is the free luggage allowance on SEAJETS?
Each passenger may carry hand luggage weighing up to 50 kg or 1 cubic metre. Unaccompanied baggage is only accepted on contracted ships and ships operating under a public service contract.
Are pets allowed on SEAJETS ferries?
Yes. Each passenger may travel with up to 5 fully vaccinated pets under EU Regulation 576/2013, each with its own health passport. Pets up to 10 kg travel in a carrier next to the owner; animals over 10 kg use special kennels. Conventional ships offer PET cabins. Pets are not allowed in regular cabins, bars, restaurants or other indoor public areas.
Can a minor (15-18) travel alone with SEAJETS?
Yes, under conditions. The parent or legal guardian must complete a Solemn Declaration with the authenticity of the signature certified by the Police or Port Authority. The minor passenger must carry the original Declaration together with the ticket, plus a valid Identity Card on boarding.
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