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The 15 Best Full-Day Boat Trips

25 tours  ·  from $33 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 full-day boat trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you step aboard.

Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Lopud: beach, gardens, and island history
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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

1.Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,823 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78Our pick

Spend about eight hours cruising from Dubrovnik to three Elaphite Islands. You’ll have free time on Lopud, Sipan, and Kolocep, plus lunch, wine, brandy, soft drinks, and water. Crew members such as Emily and Darko are noted for attentive service, while the optional Blue Cave speedboat trip adds another excursion.

“The scenery is beautiful and the boat ride very nice. At each island, you are on your own to wander and shop or go to a beach. In effect, your tour cost is to take you from island to island. Our boat host (Emily), was very friendly and provided information for each island.”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch - Koločep: pine forests, clear water, and a short first stop
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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

2.Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,938 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours aboard Regina Maris with Elisa and her crew, visiting Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. You’ll swim, explore villages and beaches, and enjoy a fish, chicken, or vegetarian Dalmatian lunch with local wine, soft drinks, and Dubrovnik pickup when selected.

“The staff were really helpful and made the trip the success it was. The host was beautiful and the visits to each island was great, although it would have been nice to have didn’t more than an hour at Kolocep. The food was amazing (we had the chicken) and the information about the history of each island was really interesting, although it was sometimes difficult to hear. Overall, we had a thoroughly enjoyable day with a friendly and helpful crew. Would definitely recommend.”

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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands - Greek lunch after the morning sailing
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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

3.From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,137 reviews · 7h 30m · from $35

Join the Odyssey crew from Kos for a 7.5-hour cruise to Kalymnos, Plati, and Pserimos. Walk through Vathi, swim from the boat, enjoy souvlaki or a vegetarian lunch, and watch for dolphins near the fish farms. Drinks, including €6 cocktails, are available onboard.

“The overall experience, as I mentioned, is good and satisfying. My only comment relates to the music: I would have preferred old Greek music, which would have complemented the Greek Mediterranean experience.”

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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Boarding from Palau or La Maddalena
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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

4.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Join a 6 to 7 hour boat trip from Palau or La Maddalena with multilingual guide Claudia and a helpful crew. Swim at Budelli, Santa Maria, and Cala Granara, see Spiaggia Rosa from the water, buy lunch onboard, and explore La Maddalena before returning.

“we saw so many beautiful beaches, swam 3-4 times and still were able to spend a hour in Maddalena. Our guide was so gifted! 4 languages?!? We brought our own snacks but food and drink were available. Such a great easy way to see the incredible area of Palau and the surrounding archipelago!!”

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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included - Moni or Metopi is the swimming stop
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All Day Cruise -3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

5.3 Islands to Agistri,Moni, Aegina with lunch and drinks included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,958 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $180

Spend 10 hours sailing from Piraeus to Agistri, Moni or Metopi, and Aegina. Enjoy a Greek buffet, wine, beer, swimming, snorkeling, and free time ashore. The friendly crew, including Sam, Mo, and Elizabeth on some departures, keeps the day easy and social.

“Great trip to local islands. Lunch was excellent. Sam was excellent. Stay close to him for a pistachio and gelato. Worth it - you might even take a nap on the trip. Excellent t”

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From Malta: Full-Day Gozo UTV Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride - Ferry crossings and the early start from Malta
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From Malta: Full-Day Gozo UTV Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride

6.Full-Day Gozo UTV Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,408 reviews · 8 hours · from $94

Ride through Gozo in a six-seat open-air UTV with a local guide such as Benny, George, Connie, or Godwin. You’ll see the Citadel, salt pans, Xlendi, Dwejra, Ramla Bay, villages, and coastal views, then return to Malta by boat if weather allows.

“Benny was our guide. We had such a fantastic time today. The sightseeing was brilliant, really knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to chat with. We had a good laugh throughout, and it never felt rushed or scripted. Lunch was absolutely fantastic, and a real highlight of the day. To top it all off, they surprised Thiago with a birthday tiramisu and a full sing-song in the tavern, which was such a thoughtful and joyful touch, completely unexpected and really made the day special. They were also great at suggesting photo opportunities and even offering to take photos of us, which we really appreciated.”

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Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike - A 30-minute bicycle ride through village country
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Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

7.Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,384 reviews · from $33Best value

Travel from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave with an English-speaking guide such as Sunny, Linh, or Viet. The day combines Vietnamese history, a buffet lunch, a short village bike ride, a bamboo boat trip, and a steep climb to one of Ninh Binh’s best viewpoints.

“It’s a full day trip to Ninh Binh. Nice way to see a different area from Hanoi. Our guide Sunny was knowledgeable about Vietnam culture and history and passionate about sharing it”

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Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour - Start at Las Olas and Stranahan House
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Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour

8.Water Taxi All Day hop-on hop-off Venice of America Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,932 reviews · 1 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $38

Use one $38 mobile ticket from 10am to 10pm on Fort Lauderdale’s Water Taxi. Board at 20 stops, listen to live commentary from crew such as Jeff and Captain Bob, and hop off for Las Olas, beaches, dining, shopping, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, or Hollywood Beach.

“The boat on the Venice of America section was a very short distance and only you basically seen a few homes of the so called rich and famous. Recommend only if you have the entire day, 10 am -10 pm to do all 3 routes.”

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Montenegro Full-Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip - The long road around the Bay of Kotor
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Montenegro Full-Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip

9.Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,212 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $72

Travel from Dubrovnik into Montenegro by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping in Perast and Kotor, with Budva added on the small-group option. Expect scenic coastal roads, free time rather than constant guiding, a possible €10 boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks, and border delays.

“The Driver was amazing , he explain everything very well and clearly. Please congrats your chofer . Montenegro old town it is beautiful.”

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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat - La Maddalena town gives the day a useful change of pace
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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

10.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,710 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard an updated Elena Tour boat, visiting La Maddalena, Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria. Swim at Cala Corsara, explore La Maddalena town, and use the onboard bar for pasta, snacks, and Sardinian products. Guides speak English, French, and Italian.

“Everything fine and good - comfortable and nice trip.”

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Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Full-Day Eco-Cruise with Buffet - Two snorkel stops around Hook Island
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Airlie Beach: Whitehaven Full-Day Eco-Cruise with Buffet

11.Whitehaven Full-Day Eco-Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,644 reviews · 8 hours · from $162

Spend eight hours aboard Red Cat Adventures’ fast, stable catamaran, visiting two Hook Island snorkel sites, Whitehaven Beach, and Hill Inlet Lookout. Guides such as Tristan, Beau, Jordy, and Jade are known for friendly help, reef knowledge, and good music. Lunch, brownies, fruit, equipment, and hotel transfers are included.

“Flynn and Jett looked after us so well on our trip. We had the best time on the boat with the choppy conditions. The visit to Hill Inlet was great and the snorkel spots were beautiful. We saw beautiful parts of the reef and fish too. The food provided was lovely and there was plenty for everyone. Flynn and Jett were knowledgeable and lots of fun to have as guides. We loved this tour 😊”

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Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Full-Day Trip - Scenic stops that break up the coach ride
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Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Full-Day Trip

12.Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,592 reviews · from $144

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Queenstown to Milford Sound with local guides, scenic stops, lunch, and a cruise past waterfalls, rainforest, seals, dolphins, and penguins. Guides such as Brendan and Brian are known for lively commentary, while three viewing decks give you room to chase the best views.

“So so so so good, the tourguide is eloquent and funny”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat - Palau check-in and the 10:30 departure
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From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

13.La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,414 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Sail from Palau aboard the Navetta Sea Star for seven hours through La Maddalena National Park. Swim at Spargi and Santa Maria, photograph Budelli’s Spiaggia Rosa, and hear stories in English, French, Italian, or Spanish. Depending on the day, finish at Cala Coticcio or La Maddalena town.

“Our boat trip around the La Maddalena islands was great, the right combination for the time we had, boat staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Excellent value for money. My only complaint was there were too many people on the boat and the islands / stops were crowded but then everyone wants to go to same place. I’d suggest going for a boat trip that does an off the beaten track experience if you don’t like the masses! Overall great trip and all excellent from the boat tour operator and staff.”

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Adamas: Milos & Polyaigos Full-Day Sailboat Tour with Lunch - Sarakiniko and Glaronissia from the sea
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Adamas: Milos & Polyaigos Full-Day Sailboat Tour with Lunch

14.Milos & Polyaigos Full-Day Sailboat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,646 reviews · 10 hours · from $147

Spend 10 hours aboard a small sailing boat with guides such as Dora, Niki, or Alexandra. Circle Milos, swim at Polyaigos and Gerakas, snorkel through Kleftiko, see Sykia Cave, and enjoy lunch, snacks, and drinks onboard. The boat uses motor power rather than sailing throughout.

“Such an amazing sailing day that I had. So worthy of the money. Every stops we got briefed so much on the sites. The guide she was knowledgeable and super funny. She made me feel so welcomed and included. She’s also a very good private photographer! So many snacks and finger foods as well!”

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Full-Day Boat Tour of Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves from Corfu - Leaving Corfu with views of the Old Town
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Full-Day Boat Tour of Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves from Corfu

15.Day Boat Tour of Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves from Corfu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,567 reviews · 6 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend 6 to 10 hours sailing from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos. Enter Paxos’ Blue Caves, swim near Mesovrika Beach, and enjoy two free hours in Gaios. English and multilingual guiding is available, with optional coach transfers from many Corfu hotels.

“For anyone who wishes to visit Paxos island to do some exploring around the harbour, dive in the crystal clear waters of Antipaxos, drink cocktails and party on the return on the boat with the crew, this trip is for you! My friend and I had a blast!”

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