You can't be too careful on these little boats. The shifting waves can cause them to move suddenly against the pier, and injuries are not uncommon. Rougher waters in fall will cause the most problems, but the Aegean at any time of year is unpredictable.
My method to ensure a safe embarking or disembarking is to firmly grab hold of either a high part of the boat itself or, preferably, the burliest one of its captains or crewmen. Trust me, this has no flirtatious intent - it's a matter of survival. They usually are standing by to help you disembark. The trick is to never let go until both of your feet are on the pier or on the deck, as the case may be.
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