Top 15 Catamaran Cruises in Santorini

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

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

Spend about five hours sailing from Vlychada past Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the hot springs, and Santorini Volcano. You’ll have swimming and snorkeling time, towels, equipment, hotel transfers, and a Greek BBQ with wine and soft drinks if you choose the food option. Sunset departures add a memorable finish.

“I unfortunately was not able to go on the experience due to a last minute sickness but the customer service is phenomenal! They helped me adjust the booking, were extremely accommodating and were helpful in offering other suggestions for activities during our trip. Nothing but good things to say about them!”

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2.Half-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 catamaran from Vlychada Marina, stopping at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia. Swim, snorkel, eat shrimp, mussels, Greek salad, pasta, and BBQ food, and enjoy local wine and beer. Guides such as Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, Kostas, and Bill are known for lively service and island commentary.

“Have pick-up service, good arrangement, nice food, nice music, well introductions for Santorini. Although the weather wasn’t very well, me and my family still having so much fun.”

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

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

Spend five hours aboard a small Vista Yachting catamaran, with room for about 16 people, visiting Red Beach, White Beach, the Venetian lighthouse, volcanic hot springs, and Mesa Pigadia. You get snorkeling gear, towels, Greek meze, a fresh BBQ, unlimited soft drinks and white wine, an English-speaking guide, and hotel pickup.

“It was great, I’d do it again, especially since it was too cold to swim, so we decided to come back in the summer to do a do-over. Highly recommend!”

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4.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 Santorini catamaran with hotel pickup, a Greek meal, white wine, Greek beer, sodas, and swim stops at Palea Kameni and Red Beach. Choose a morning or sunset departure. Some luxury sailings pass beneath Oia and Ammoudi Bay, though you stay aboard rather than visiting the town.

“Amazing! They were super friendly, the boat was immaculate, the views were beautiful and the food was delicious. They grilled to order our lunch and had amazing wine and snacks. Would 100% recommend. Loved the music too!”

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

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

You’ll sail from Vlychada on a spacious catamaran with a maximum of 20 passengers. Swim at Red and White Beach, visit volcanic hot springs, enjoy a freshly prepared Greek barbecue, and watch the sunset near Oia. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, towels, drinks, and return transport are included.

“The entire crew was incredible. This is an amazing way to see Santorini from a different perspective. Nichole was amazing, and prepared an outstanding meal for all of us on board”

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

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

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran with hotel pickup, swimming stops at the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, plus a BBQ, wine, soft drinks, and music. Captain Sakis and crew members Giannis and Orestis have been praised for their friendly service. Choose the later departure if seeing sunset near Oia matters most.

“Overall it was ok. The food was good along with the views. Music was load and it could’ve been shorter. Those looking for a quiet ride around seeing the sites this is not for you.”

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7.Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Sail with Spiridakos Sailing Cruises from Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada Port, stopping at Palea Kameni’s hot springs, Mesa Pigadia, White Beach, and the caldera. Your crew provides towels, snorkeling gear, a buffet of Greek dishes, local wine, beer, and cocktails. Groups are capped at 20, with guides such as Captain Leo, Heleni, and Louis reported on different sailings.

“The scenery. The crew was amazing and the meal great. Would suggest adding a few light snacks during the cruise and a wider selection of alcohol for those of us who are not beer or wine drinkers. Windy day but the crew kept us safe.”

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8.Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 988 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Sail Santorini’s caldera aboard a small catamaran limited to 18 people. Swim near Red Beach and the volcano, snorkel by Thirassia, enjoy a BBQ dinner and open bar, and see Oia and the Venetian lighthouse from the water. The exact route and timing can change with the cruise schedule.

“It was great. I'm glad. Great memory. Lovely crew. A little bit expensive for what it is anyway. The towels are provided, I had not paid attention I had brought mine.Auto-translated”

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9.Santorini Platinum Catamaran Cruise with Meal, BBQ and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 725 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120

Spend about five hours aboard a small-group catamaran from Vlichada, visiting Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, the Akrotiri lighthouse, volcanic hot springs, and Thirassia. Swim, snorkel, eat a Greek BBQ meal, and enjoy wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. Pickup is offered from designated meeting points.

“We had a great time on this cruise. Incredible snorkeling! The unlimited wine, beer and soda was a very nice perq. The crew was very entertaining and made for a great experience. Food was pretty good. The sunset ending was stunning. Highly recommended.”

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

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

Spend about five hours sailing from Ammoudi or Athinios around Santorini’s caldera. Swim near the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, then enjoy a barbecue lunch with unlimited Santorinian wine, water, and soft drinks. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, music, and an English-speaking crew are included.

“Great experience! Staff is amazing and are constantly checking in on you. There is tons of great food for lunch with options for everyone. It was a great way to get out on the water and see different views of Santorini and I highly recommend this experience to others!”

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

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

Sail from Vlychada on a private catamaran with hotel pickup, swimming at White Beach and Mesa Pigadia, volcanic hot springs, a BBQ lunch, and an open bar. Your crew shares island stories, handles snorkeling gear, and takes photos. Choose a daytime or sunset departure.

“Wow!! Totally recommend!! Our family of 5 just had one of our BEST days ever together on the boat!! The captain and crew were soooooo nice, accommodating and knowledgeable!! We felt like we had new friends at the end of the day! They showed us so many beautiful spots. We got to swim, snorkel and explore and never felt rushed at any stop. The lunch they arranged for us was amazing and some of the best swordfish we’ve ever eaten! The fresh fruit and drinks on the boat were wonderful!! We didn’t want this day to end!! Thank you so much!!”

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12.Catamaran Cruise with Greek BBQ and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 473 reviews · 5 hours · from $88Best value

Sail from Vlychada Marina aboard a luxury catamaran with a skipper, host, and sailor. You’ll swim at Red and White Beaches, see Indian Rocks and Akrotiri Lighthouse, soak near the volcanic hot springs, and enjoy Greek BBQ, wine, beer, and soft drinks. Small groups may include as few as six to nine people.

“The cruise was perfect! Our group was just five guests (3 in my party and a couple), so we had an amazing and relaxing time. The crew aboard the Vasiliki was great: Vangelis, Danai and Spiros were super nice and fun. I would 100% repeat the experience.”

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

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

Spend about five hours cruising Santorini from Amoudi Port to Vlychada, with swims near the volcanic hot springs, White Beach, and Red Beach. The crew serves Greek barbecue, wine, beer, and soft drinks. Pickup is offered across the island, though some departures may use a central meeting point.

“all of it, the boat the food and crew were all great. I would recommend this adventure we had a great time”

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14.Caldera Classic Catamaran Cruise w/ Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 379 reviews · 5 hours · from $123

Spend five hours sailing from Vlichada Marina to Santorini’s Red and White beaches, Mesa Pigadia, Akrotiri Lighthouse, and Nea Kameni. Swim, snorkel, and enjoy a Greek BBQ with unlimited local wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. English-speaking crew members such as Anastasia, Enrico, and Fay have been praised for their warm service and helpful photos.

“very nice. We loved also the idea of lunch on Therassia island, very good food. i have allergy and they provided special diet lunch, very nice people, crew&captain.Thank you.”

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15.Santorini All-inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Thirassia Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 348 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

You’ll sail from Amoudi Bay to Thirassia, Santorini’s volcano, hot springs, Black Mountain, White Beach, Red Beach, and Vlychada. The five-hour cruise includes hotel transfers, swimming gear, towels, a freshly prepared meal, and unlimited local wine, beer, and soft drinks. Groups are limited to 16 people.

“Amazing! I highly recommend doing this. It’s a peaceful and relaxing experience. The views are incredible. Snorkeling was such an unbelievable experience!”

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