5 Boat Tours in Naxos, Compared

1.All-Inclusive Catamaran Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 394 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $181Our pick

Set out from Naxos at 9:30 a.m. for about seven hours aboard a modern catamaran. The crew, including Akis, Melina, Yannis, and other rotating team members, serves Greek food, drinks, and snacks while you swim and snorkel at quiet coves around Naxos and sometimes Paros.

“This was a great experience for the whole family (mom, dad, 3 daughters - 19, 17, & 15). Food was delicious and the crew was fun, entertaining and attentive to all our needs! Would absolutely do this again.”

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2.Shared Catamaran All inclusive-Day Cruise to Naxos or Paros

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 297 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $157

Set out from Naxos at 10:00 a.m. on a shared catamaran for about seven hours of swimming, snorkeling, and beach stops around Naxos or Paros. The crew, including Captain Izzy and first mate Cornelius, serves a traditional onboard lunch, snacks, wine, beer, coffee, tea, and water.

“Amazing views during the full trip and welcoming, kind crew. Great drinks and food/snacks throughout.”

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3.Naxos/ Paros: Sailing Cruise with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 269 reviews · from $136Best value

Sail from Naxos or Paros with an English-speaking captain and crew, stopping at clear-water coves for swimming and snorkeling. Day cruises include Greek lunch, snacks, fruit, coffee, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Sunset trips offer wine and fruit as the sun drops behind the Aegean.

“Absolutely worth it. All three stops were picture-perfect, the snacks/lunch were thoughtful and delicious, and the guides were incredibly kind. This was a highlight of our trip.”

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4.Full-Day Small Cyclades Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 208 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $165

Join Xanemo Sailing at Naxos’ main marina for a full day at sea with a skipper and hostess, often including Panos and Olga. You’ll visit three secluded swimming spots, with the route shaped by wind and sea conditions. Lunch, snacks, drinks, fuel, and insurance are included.

“It was amazing, best day of our holiday. The boat was spotless, our crew super attentive and the food was lovely. After our safety talk, we set off along the coast. Three stops in beautiful coves, swimming and snorkelling in each. The small group of 12 meant it was a very relaxed experience, plenty of room to lie on the deck in the sunshine and in really great company. The crew gave us lots of information about the islands, where we were and what to look out for throughout the cruise. We’re pleased we paid a little more for this trip rather than a larger boat with more people, it…”

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5.Catamaran Cruise with Swim Stops, Food, and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 180 reviews · from $186

Spend 5 to 7 hours aboard a spacious Naxos Yachting catamaran, swimming in quiet Cycladic coves and eating a traditional lunch onboard. Your English- and Greek-speaking crew, with guides such as Anna, Akis, Mario, or Thomas on some sailings, adjusts the route to the weather.

“Our 7-8hr day sail was a dream! Demetrius and Nikos were amazing hosts aboard Steve π. Beautiful new boat, tasty meal, and plenty of swimming and time for relaxation. Naxos is incredible and we highly recommend chartering Naxos Yachting for a semi-private excursion.”

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