15 Catamaran Cruises in Greece to Build a Day Around

1.Catamaran Tour with BBQ Dinner, Drinks, and Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,886 reviews · 5 hours · from $93Our pick

Spend five hours aboard the 74-foot Ocean Voyager or 80-foot Tahiti catamaran with stops at the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. Swim, snorkel, eat grilled Greek food, and enjoy music with hosts such as Sakis, Orestis, Alex, or Angela. Choose a morning sail or sunset departure.

“It was action packed, plenty of food, lots of laughter and fun. Safe. Great swimming spots. Water temp lovely in October. Crew professional and fun.”

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2.Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,209 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $151Top rated

Sail Santorini’s caldera coast aboard a small-group catamaran with swimming at Mesa Pigadia, Palea Kameni, and a quiet cove. Enjoy a BBQ buffet, Greek salads, local wine, and soft drinks while the crew shares island history. Daytime and sunset departures are available.

“This was a very well run day. Our driver picked us up on time, we arrived to our boat, which was quite new and very nice. The crew were all great: terrific captain and lovely crew. The food was good, we could request as much to drink as we wanted but I was happy to see that there were no inebriated guests..all were very respectful. We stopped 3 times to swim (very briefly but we did) and snorkelled a bit once. We would highly recommend this trip.”

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3.Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,933 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Cruise from Vlychada along Santorini’s volcanic coast, stopping at Mesa Pigadia and Palea Kameni for swimming. Choose a daytime or sunset sailing, with an optional Greek BBQ, white wine, soft drinks, snorkel gear, towels, and round-trip minibus transfers.

“Relaxed atmosphere and friendly crew, beautiful views. Food was fantastic and unlimited drinks were a good touch Recommend”

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4.Luxury Catamaran Day Trip with Meal and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,678 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $129

Spend 5 to 6 hours aboard a luxury catamaran with up to 20 people, stopping near Red Beach, White Beach, the hot springs, and Oia at sunset. Your crew handles the sailing, barbecue, drinks, towels, and snorkel gear, with hotel pickup and return included.

“Everything about this experience was just amazing! The organisation, the hosts, food etc was an incredible day and I would highly recommend anyone to book. We were a group of 4 women.”

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5.Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar

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

Spend about five hours aboard a small Santorini Star Sailing catamaran, with hotel pickup, Prosecco, local wine and beer, swimming at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia, plus a fresh Greek meal cooked onboard. Crews may include Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, Kostas, or Bill.

“Mika, Kostas, and Bill were phemoniminal! We had such a blast! The food was tasty, the stories and history were memorable, the sense of humor brought everyone on the catamaran together. I have never experienced something like this and 10/10 I reccomend ^_^”

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6.Santorini Gold Catamaran Cruise with Snorkel, BBQ & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,822 reviews · 5 hours · from $117

Spend five hours aboard a small-group catamaran from Vlychada Marina, swimming at Red Beach, Mesa Pigadia, and the Volcano hot springs. Your English-speaking crew serves Greek meze, a BBQ meal, desserts, unlimited white wine, soft drinks, and water, with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

“Outstanding is the word. Right from pickup to drop off. I am speechless.💥💥 Unlimited water, beers and wines making the experience more luxurious as you don’t have to open your bag or phone to pay for everything. Lunch was cooked fresh along with amazing vegan options. Dessert was the cherry on the cake. 🚀🚀 Service was exquisite. Staff OMG, never met so joyful staff. So attentive and polite. I can’t swim but the member of staff she made sure that I can enjoy the water experience. They provided me life jacket and were so attentive. 7 star out of 5. (Thank you for spoiling me 🤪) I am so overwhelmed.🥺…”

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7.Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,255 reviews · 5 hours · from $70Best value

Spend five hours aboard a modern catamaran from Ammoudi Bay, cruising past the caldera, volcano, Aspronisi, Red Beach, White Beach, and Mesa Pigadia. Swim and snorkel at several stops, then enjoy fresh Greek appetizers, barbecue skewers, wine, soft drinks, and a possible sunset finale.

“Although the weather wasn’t great, we had a really lovely time. We were looked after very well and had one of the best Greek meals I had ever eaten. The team were very friendly and attentive and came round regularly to check if we needed any drinks. Great choice of music too. Would thoroughly recommend, even if you don’t get to see the sunset!”

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8.Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek Meal, Open-Bar and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,694 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about five hours on a shared catamaran sailing Santorini’s caldera, volcanic hot springs, Red Beach, and southern coast. Swim or stay aboard, enjoy a Greek meal with wine, beer, and soft drinks, then watch sunset at sea on the evening option. Pickup and drop-off are included.

“Really well run tour (actually operated by Sunset Oia). Staff were brilliant and caring despite having 2 tours a day every day. Many on our boat didn't do all of the swims - but I would really recommend you do as each is different (look for the fish - feel the pockets of hot water!)”

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9.Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ and Drinks

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

Sail from Santorini’s Vlychada or Ammoudi Port aboard a polished catamaran, with three swim stops, hot springs, volcano views, snorkeling, and a BBQ. English and Greek hosts, hotel pickup, towels, and drinks are included. Sunset departures finish near Ammoudi.

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

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

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran limited to 20 people. Swim at Red Beach and White Beach, visit the volcanic hot springs, enjoy a fresh Greek barbecue with wine and beer, then watch the sunset from the water if you choose the afternoon sailing.

“Amazing! A must do in Santorini. The staff were friendly and professional. The food was Excellent. The views of Santorini from the sea and the sunset are breathtaking !”

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

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

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s caldera, with stops at the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach. Swim, snorkel, eat a BBQ, and enjoy Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and water. The later cruise may finish with sunset views near Oia. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Sunset cruise was great fun. Food was very tasty. Boat facilities were great, very clean, lots of shade. Music was a little loud, difficult to have a conversation with others on board. Great way to enjoy the afternoon and see the Santorini sunset.”

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12.Brand-New Catamaran Cruise with Meal, Drinks & Transport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 777 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $180

Sail aboard the new Aerial or White Coral catamarans from Mykonos to Rhenia or the southern coast. Expect a cooked three-course lunch, wine, beer, swimming, snorkeling, SUP, kayak time, and possible views of Delos. Transfers are offered, and crews may include Captain Adontis, Alex, Manos, or George.

“Fantastic experience!! Pick up and drop off was well organized. The boat was perfect with great crew! Food was fantastic! Would definitely recommend! Wanted to stay forever!!”

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

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

Spend about five hours sailing Santorini’s caldera from Ammoudi or Athinios, with hotel pickup, swimming at the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, plus snorkeling gear, a BBQ lunch, Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and an English-speaking crew.

“The catamaran excursion was mine and my husbands favorite thing we did in Santorini. The volcanic hot springs were amazing as well as the delicious lunch they served.”

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14.Best of Milos and Poliegos Catamaran snorkelling Cruise with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $241

Spend about nine hours aboard a Lagoon 440 catamaran with a crew such as Captain Yannis, Flo, Elena, or Dina. Swim at Poliegos, Kleftiko, Gerakas, and Kalogries, enjoy Greek tapas and a BBQ lunch, use paddleboards and snorkel gear, and receive GoPro photos afterward.

“Everything was amazing! The views, the staff, the food, the day! The crew will literally give the shirt off their back for you!”

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15.Spinalonga and Kolokytha Catamaran with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 381 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $141

Sail from Agios Nikolaos with Christos, Marina, or another friendly crew team along Mirabello Gulf. Swim near Kolokytha, circle Spinalonga without disembarking, enjoy SUPs and snorkeling, then eat fresh pasta, Cretan appetizers, fruit, and unlimited drinks aboard.

“Absolutely unforgettable! From thrilling water sports to peaceful moments soaking in the full boat experience, every detail was thoughtfully curated for pure enjoyment. A huge shoutout to Chris and Maria gracious, attentive, and genuinely kind. Their hospitality turned a great day into a perfect one. My partner and I couldn’t have asked for more. Solid 10/10!”

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