Catamaran Sailing Cruises in Greece: Our Top 12

1.Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,452 reviews · 5 hours · from $117Our pick

You’ll sail from Vlychada or Ammoudi on a luxury catamaran, stopping at Red Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the hot springs, and the volcano. Swim, snorkel, eat a BBQ lunch, and watch the sunset. The crew may include Maria, Neta, or Liz, with vegetarian and vegan meals available by request.

“Amazing trip with great guide and crew. Food and drink were excellent too. We would highly recommend this trip! Thank you”

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2.Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,170 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133Top rated

Spend about five hours sailing from Vlychada around Santorini’s caldera, with hotel pickup, swims at Red and White beaches, snorkeling, hot springs, a freshly cooked Greek barbecue, unlimited drinks, and an optional sunset finish near Oia. The boat carries a maximum of 20 people.

“Best views, even better food. Swift and on time pickup. Super nice crew. 11/10 would recommend. We snorkeled too. Everything was planned beautifully and this was the highlight of my Greece trip between Santorini, Crete, and Athens”

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3.Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,105 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95Best value

Spend about five hours aboard a spacious catamaran from Ammoudi or Athinios, swimming near the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. Enjoy a BBQ, Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and music, then watch the sunset if you select the later sailing. Hotel pickup is included.

“Great crew, very friendly and helpful staff, beautiful trip. The BBQ food was EXCELLENT and lots of it. Bring your own towel!”

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4.Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 568 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran from Ammoudi or Athinios, sailing past the volcano, Palea Kameni, the Ancient Lighthouse, Red Beach, and White Beach. You’ll swim at three stops, eat a barbecue lunch, and have Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and water included. Hotel pickup and return transport are provided.

“Great time. Crew was so attentive, location was amazing and very good value. We saw so much and had a great time”

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5.Kissamos: Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 516 reviews · 7 - 8.5 hours · from $229

Spend 7 to 8.5 hours sailing from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island aboard a modern catamaran for up to 22 people. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and enjoy Cretan food prepared onboard, with attentive crews such as Dimitri, Yannis, and Jessica often assigned to the yacht.

“We had such a beautiful day with the catamaran. The Balos lagoon is breathtaking with the most blue and clear water. Would definitely recommend booking this instead of the big tourist ships. Best day of our vacation in Crete!”

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6.Santorini Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 422 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Spend about five hours on a catamaran from Amoudi Port, swimming near the volcano, Palea Kameni, White Beach, and Red Beach. Sunset Oia Nepa includes hotel transfers, a Greek barbecue, wine, beer, soft drinks, towels, and snorkeling gear for a maximum of 20 people.

“The crew were lovely, and the lunch prepared was fantastic. There was an ample fresh, tasty Greek style food and they catered for vegetarians. I was disappointed in the hot springs, they were not hot at all, it was a swim in the Aegean. Not the crews fault, but people should know they are not hot bubbling springs. When sitting up the top of the Catamaran the captain and one crew member smoked and vaped which was really disappointing. Otherwise the weather was great that day and it was a relaxing few hours of sailing.”

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7.Heraklion Luxury Sailing Catamaran Dia Island | Gourmet Menu

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 312 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $141

Sail from Heraklion with Captain Thanasis and the EOS Yachts crew aboard a modern catamaran limited to 22 people. After coffee and Cretan treats, spend over three hours at Dia Island swimming, snorkeling, paddling, fishing, and enjoying a chef-prepared seafood lunch with wine and beer.

“Captain and membres of crew have very positive energy and are very kind. The boat is great. We can swim during 2 hours with masks, palms and everything you need. The communication before was very helpful. Everything was perfect. A lovely moment. Thank you for everything”

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8.Santorini Small-Group Catamaran Sailing Trip(BBQ,drinks, transfer)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $157

You’ll sail with a maximum of 14 people around Santorini’s caldera, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, the hot springs, and the volcano. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy a freshly cooked Greek BBQ with Santorinian wine, beer, and soft drinks. Crew members may include Alex, Aliki, George, or Yannis.

“Crew was friendly, took great care of us, food was delicious! We had the best time and was one of the favorite parts of our trip!”

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9.Sail the Athenian Coastline on a Catamaran with Meal & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $163

Spend five hours sailing from Alimos with a small group of up to 12 people. Swim and snorkel near Hydroussa and Vouliagmeni, use the SUP and kayak, and enjoy a freshly cooked Greek meal with wine. Crew members may include Captain Bill, Julia, Claudia, Chris, or Nikki.

“What a great experience! Chris was the captain and he was awesome! The food was amazing! Such a great time, the kids loved it and the whole family had a great time, you will love it. We did the afternoon boat time and watched the prettiest sunset”

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10.Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise from Kissamos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $235

Sail from Kissamos with a professional crew such as Dimitri, Yannis, and Jessica aboard a catamaran limited to about 22 people. Swim at Balos, visit Gramvousa, enjoy Greek snacks and a Mediterranean lunch, and use SUP boards, snorkeling gear, and an open bar.

“The cruise was an absolute highlight of our stay in Chania, Crete! Dimitri, Yani, Jessica and crew were fabulous and funny, and anything that was needed including the excellent food was supplied with a smile. Balos and Gramvousa were simply spectacular! Would definitely recommend this cruise to all.”

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11.Heraklion Private Sailing Catamaran Cruise to Dia with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

You’ll sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island aboard a private catamaran with a captain and crew. Swim from the boat, snorkel, fish, paddleboard, and enjoy shrimp pasta, salads, mussels, chicken, dessert, beer, wine, and soft drinks. The cruise runs about 6.5 hours.

“The Catamaran was very clean and large! We had paddle boats kayakes and snorkel equipment. We highly enjoyed this tour the Captain and his first mate made our excursion exceptional! Food and service was awesome! We highly recommend this tour!”

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12.Balos Catamaran Private Sailing Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Sail by private catamaran from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa with up to 10 people. Swim, snorkel, use the inflatable boat for shore access, hike to the fortress, and enjoy homemade Cretan food with crew members including Panos, Giorgios, John, George, and Nena.

“We had the absolute pleasure of taking a private catamaran sailing trip to Balos and Gramvousa yesterday, and it was truly one of the highlights of our time in Greece. From start to finish, everything about the experience was flawless.”

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