Private Catamaran Charters in Greece: Our Top 10

1.Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,975 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133Our pick

Join a small group of up to 18 people aboard a Santorini Star Sailing catamaran. Swim at Red Beach, the volcano hot springs, and Thirassia, while crew members such as Giannis, Alex, Natalie, Mika, and Kostas serve an onboard meal, wine, beer, and local drinks.

“The day was beautiful. The pick up and drop off was seamless. The crew was attentive and knowledgeable. The food was plentiful. The music was a bit loud and off point for the crowd on this particular trip however. The trip was fun but the sunset was a bit underwhelming since the back of the boat was facing the sunset limiting everyone from enjoying it and there are hundreds of boats in the same spot; one pulled right in front of us blocking the sunset. Not sure the sunset cruise is the way to enjoy the Santorini sunset but overall a relaxing day on the water.”

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2.Santorini Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 476 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $665

You’ll sail from Vlychada with a private crew, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach or Mesa Pigadia, Palea Kameni, and the volcano. Expect swimming, snorkeling, a generous BBQ, beer, wine, soft drinks, and hotel transfers. Sunset departures add an Aegean finale.

“Our family of four had an incredible experience on our catamaran cruise yesterday! The staff was so fun and professional - they told us about all the parts of the island we were passing, were attentive to all our needs with food, beverages, towels, moving about the boat, delicious lunch preparation, snorkeling gear, etc. Because we had a private tour, our captain was able to take us further to an island with crystal clear waters where we snorkeled and had a quiet and more private experience. We highly recommend this excursion!”

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3.Private Catamaran Cruise with Food & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 5 hours

You’ll sail with a captain and crew member from Vlychada Marina past Red Beach, White Beach, the volcano, and hot springs. Expect swim stops, snorkeling gear, local wine, beer, and a meal cooked onboard. Morning and sunset departures are available, with hotel pickup included.

“This catamaran tour was one of our favorite parts of our visit to Greece. We had planned a sunset tour but it got windy that day. The tour company kept in contact with us and eventually suggested we might be more comfortable with a morning tour the next day. The evening we were supposed to go out got extremely windy so we were grateful for their recommendation and saw the sunset elsewhere. Our morning tour was fantastic. Our transportation convenient and friendly and the crew on the boat amazing. We felt very spoiled and had a huge delicious meal made for us. I highly recommend this tour and would do…”

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4.Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 174 reviews · 5 hours · from $135

Spend five hours on a private catamaran from Ammoudi Bay, with stops near Thirassia, the hot springs, White Beach, Red Beach, and quiet coves. Your English-speaking crew, often including Captain Kostas, prepares Greek dishes and BBQ onboard. Hotel pickup, drinks, snorkeling gear, and paddleboards are included.

“Wow! This was the best experience ever. My wife and I were gifted this cruise as a honeymoon gift, and it was the highlight of our trip! From the moment the car service picked us up, we had the best time. The captain and crew were so kind giving us a totally customizable trip. The BBQ meal was one of the best we had in Santorini and the views were unmatched. If you are looking for a cruise option in Santorini, THIS is the place to go!”

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5.Private CATAMARAN daytrip – Lindos/ Rhodos with Lunch and drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 173 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.)

Sail from Lardos along Rhodes’ southeast coast on a private catamaran for up to eight people. Captain Antonio and crew members such as Lisa, Chris, or Rosie may handle the day, with stops near Lindos and the Blue Lagoon, plus lunch, drinks, snorkeling, and hotel transfers.

“Had a fabulous day out on the water! Sabrina and crew were very accommodating and informative. Wonderful way to see Rhodes with breathtaking views. Highly recommend!!”

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6.Athens Semi Private Sunset Catamaran Cruise with meal & drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Join YachtHop for a four- to five-hour sunset catamaran cruise from Alimos Marina. Crew members such as Yannis, Steph, Nikki, or Nikkos may host your sailing, with swim stops near Vouliagmeni and Kavouri, snorkeling gear, seafood pasta, Greek side dishes, wine, beer, and sunset views.

“This was so great and good value for money! There were only 8 of us in the group so the boat felt so private. We were on the boat for ages. It was my boyfriend’s birthday and they surprised us with an ice cream cake which was such a nice touch. Steffi and Yanis were amazing. Would definitely recommend to anyone! We went swimming at one of the stops with snorkel equipment and fins provided and this was so fun.”

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7.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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8.Rethymno: Private Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Sail from Rethymno to a clear-water bay near Georgioupoli on a private catamaran. Swim, snorkel, fish, use SUP boards, and enjoy a fresh Mediterranean lunch with unlimited soft drinks, beer, and local white wine.

“It was exceptional! The captain, first mate and chef worked beautifully to make sure our trip was first rate and perfect!! Rena even took pictures of the family in the water…so grateful for her capturing the moments! The welcome snack and lunch was perfect! My adult kids were talking about it being a highlight of our trip to Crete!! Maybe one tweak…it would’ve been nice to go more than one location just for a different view and experience.”

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9.Chania: Private Day Catamaran Cruise with Swimming and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Set sail from Kolymvari at 8:30 am on a private catamaran for up to 15 people. Swim and snorkel near Agioi Theodoroi Islands, try the SUP boards and fishing gear, then enjoy a freshly cooked Mediterranean meal with drinks served on board.

“We did this trip as a special treat for my family and it did not disappoint. The boat and the crew were amazing. Having done plenty of group boat trips this was a first time having the boat to ourselves. Not sure I could ever go back now to a shared boat!”

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10.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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