Checks at several spots
We check obstructions on the roof, in the yard and in clearings before deciding where the dish goes.
Starlink in the Ionian
Starlink installation in Corfu and the Ionian Islands: signal above the trees
Starlink installation in Corfu, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Zakynthos, Ithaca and Paxos, for villas in the hills and olive groves, village houses and boats in the marinas. On the green Ionian islands the big issue is trees, and that is where our work starts.
Free first meetingAcross Greece
Fixes for tree coverMast, clearing, the right side
Damp and rainSealed connections and entries
Boats and charter fleetsLefkada, Corfu
Starlink in the Ionian
Starlink installation in Corfu and the Ionian: what is different
A Starlink installation in Corfu and the other Ionian Islands differs from the bare islands of the Aegean. Here houses are often built on slopes, inside olive groves or among cypresses and pines. Wind is rarely the problem. The problem is that the dish cannot see enough sky.
Towns and large villages have fixed lines, but villas in the hills of northern Corfu, houses inland on Kefalonia and Zakynthos, or homes on Ithaca and Paxos often have slow connections. There, Starlink provides internet for remote work, for guests in holiday lets and for cameras you watch from abroad.
Starlink in the Ionian
Trees and slopes: how we find clear sky
In Greece the Starlink dish usually faces north and needs a wide, clear patch of sky. An olive tree next to the house or a cypress on the north side of the plot is enough to cause short dropouts that show up in video calls and streaming. The same applies to houses on a south-facing slope with the hill rising behind them.
We always start with the Starlink app's obstruction check, at more than one spot on the plot. Then we choose the most practical fix:
- A mast that lifts the dish above the treetops
- A position in a clearing on the plot, with buried cable to the house
- The highest point of the roof, on the side with the most open horizon
- Pruning specific branches, if you decide to, instead of moving the dish
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Rain and damp in the Ionian
The Ionian Islands are among the rainiest parts of Greece, which is why they are so green. In very heavy rain Starlink's speed can drop briefly. No installation can fix that, but a dish with a clear view copes better than one already losing signal to trees.
Damp matters for materials. We leave a drip loop in the cable before every entry so water runs off outside, seal the entry points and keep connections indoors. For masts in exposed spots we look at earthing and surge protection for the equipment inside the house.
Starlink in the Ionian
Villas with gardens and pools
Ionian villas often have large gardens, a pool, a guest house or a caretaker's cottage. The kit's Wi-Fi does not reach that far. We run cable to the outbuildings and install outdoor access points or mesh with wired backhaul, so speed holds up from one spot to the next.
For holiday lets we set up a separate guest network and, if you like, cameras at the entrance and parking. Many owners live abroad, so we configure everything to be managed remotely as well.
Starlink in the Ionian
Lefkada and Corfu: sailing bases
Lefkada, with its marinas and bays such as Nidri and Vlychos, and Corfu, with Gouvia marina, are among the largest charter bases for sailing yachts and catamarans in Greece. Many fleets want Starlink on board, because guests expect internet at anchor too.
On a sailing yacht the dish usually goes on a stern pole or arch, clear of sails and rigging. Power draw matters, as the boat is often off shore power, which is why the Starlink Mini is a common choice. For fleets we suggest the same installation on every boat to keep maintenance simple. We work with CS Maritime, and you will find more on our Starlink on boats page.
Starlink in the Ionian
How we get to the Ionian Islands
Lefkada is connected to the mainland by road, so we drive over with the van and all materials, masts included. For Corfu we take the ferry from Igoumenitsa, for Kefalonia and Zakynthos from Kyllini, and for Paxos and Ithaca we continue from the nearest ports. For light jobs we fly to Corfu, Kefalonia or Zakynthos.
As on all the islands, we start with an estimate from photos and configure the equipment in Athens, so our time on the island goes on the installation. Where possible we combine jobs on neighbouring islands to share travel costs.
Ionian specifics
What we watch for on Starlink installations in the Ionian
Above the trees
A mast of the right height or a spot on the plot, so olives and cypresses do not cut the signal.
Weatherproofing
Drip loops, sealed entries and indoor connections for the damp winter.
Coverage across the estate
Wired access points in the garden, by the pool and in outbuildings.
Boats and fleets
The same simple installation on every boat in the fleet, with power draw suited to time at anchor.
How we work
How a Starlink installation in the Ionian works
Photos and obstruction check
Send photos of the house and surrounding trees and, if you have the kit, the app's obstruction check from two or three spots.
Proposed solution
We propose a position, mast height or cable route and a coverage plan, with a written estimate that includes travel.
Preparation and trip
We configure the router and access points in Athens and set a date around the ferries or the drive.
Installation and testing
We fit the mount or mast, run the cable, recheck obstructions and test speed in the house and garden.
Handover
We show you the app and keep remote access if you wish, so we can help without another trip.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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Does Starlink work in an olive grove?
It does, if the dish sits above or outside the canopy. Among the branches it will have constant short dropouts. The usual fix is a mast or a clearing on the plot with buried cable to the house.
Do I need to cut down trees to install Starlink?
Rarely. In most cases we find a spot or mast height that avoids the trees. If pruning a few branches is the only practical option, we show you and you decide.
How much does rain affect Starlink in Corfu?
In very heavy rain the speed may drop temporarily or there may be a brief dropout. In ordinary rain the connection works normally. A dish with clear sky and no trees in front of it is affected less.
Do you install Starlink on boats in Lefkada?
Yes, on private boats and charter fleet boats, ideally before the season or while the boat is on the hard. Lefkada has the added advantage that we can drive there with all the materials.
Can a charter company have Starlink across its whole fleet?
Yes. We suggest the same kit, mount and settings on every boat, so maintenance and guest support stay simple. We can also set up Starlink for the base office, with failover to the fixed line.
How much does a Starlink installation in the Ionian Islands cost?
The cost depends mainly on whether a mast or a long cable run is needed to avoid the trees, on access points for the garden and pool, and on travel. The kit and subscription are charged by Starlink at the prices on starlink.com/gr. For the labour we give a free estimate from photos.
Do you cover Ithaca and Paxos?
Yes. For the smaller islands we travel via the neighbouring ports and bring every material with us, as the estimate is done beforehand from photos. Where possible we combine jobs to bring the cost down.
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Send us photos of the house and the trees around it, or of your boat. We will tell you where the dish should go and send a written estimate.