Morning Catamaran Cruise, Naxos

Name: Morning Catamaran Cruise, Naxos
Rating: 4.7 (3 reviews)

4.7 (3 reviews)

Explore the Small Cyclades via a sea excursion onboard a catamaran, which will take you to otherwise unreachable locations.

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Steve P.

Oct 06, 2024
The catamaran trip was super! Anna, our captain made sure everyone was well taken care of. She explained where we were going, how long each section... Read more

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Overview

Set sail on a luxurious catamaran for the day and cruise around the stunning landscapes of Naxos and the Small Cyclades. Departing from Naxos Marina (Chora) and alongside a small group of guests and the crew, you'll sail crystal blue waters to visit secluded bays and coves, dropping anchor for bouts of swimming and snorkeling. While each cruise is unique and dependent on the weather and currents, there's always time for sunbathing and indulging in delicious Greek fare of fresh ingredients aboard the vessel—a must-do for those looking for relaxation and adventure in the Greek islands.

Highlights

Take in the island scenery from your perch aboard a luxury catamaran
Snorkel at scenic locations like the east side of Paros, known for the Marianna shipwreck
Learn historical insights and local stories shared during the journey
Sunbathe on large trampolines, with ample shade when you need it
Enjoy a traditional lunch accompanied by wine, beer, and ouzo

Know before you go

Duration
7 hours

Recommended for
All ages

Group
Group tour, 25 people or less

Food & Drink
Lunch Included

What you'll do

The adventure begins at the Naxos marina, where you'll board one of the elegant catamarans, like Danae or Rena, and meet the friendly crew and fellow sunseekers. As the sails catch the breeze and you glide across the crystal blue waters, you'll have the opportunity to soak up the sun on spacious, mesh-like trampolines, or find shade while taking in the pretty seascapes.

The catamaran will anchor at select locations, where you can swim and snorkel in secluded, picturesque coves and bays. The first stop might be on the east side of Paros to explore the marine life that's made the Marianna shipwreck its home or other equally enchanting locations, like swimming to a beach for mud bathing, using the available natural clay for its mineral benefits. In between the fun, you'll sit to a spread of traditional Greek dishes prepared with the freshest local ingredients and paired with a selection of cold refreshments, beer, wine, rakı, and ouzo.

Then, as the full-day cruise draws to a close, you'll return to Naxos Marina, sunkissed and salty.

Start times

Daily

9:30 am

What's included

Traditional lunch
Coffee
Cold refreshments
Chilled beer, wine, ouzo, and rakı
Fresh fruit salads
Snorkeling equipment (mask)
Floatation aids

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Traveler reviews

3 total ratings, 2 with reviews

4.7

Feature ratings

Quality of Experience
4.7

Food
5.0

Guides, Drivers and Staff
5.0

Transport
5.0

Steve P.

Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2024

The catamaran trip was super! Anna, our captain made sure everyone was well taken care of. She explained where we were going, how long each section would take, and some history of what we were seeing. We were fed 3 different times on the boat, and were able to swim at 2 different spots. She was very professional, but also made the trip fun for everyone! Read more

Siena M.

Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024

I'm a kimkim staff member, and I was on a work trip when I experienced this sailing activity:
Despite the weather cutting the swimming stops down from three to two, the experience was still lovely. The first stop was on the east side of Paros, where we swam to a local beach. The skippers pointed out a rock that turns into clay with supposed mineral benefits for the skin, which was a fun touch. The second stop was at Kalipso Bay in Naxos, where a ship sank in 1962. You can still see parts of... Read more