The 6 Boat Tours in Zakynthos We Would Book

1.Turtle Spotting Cruise with Glass-Bottom Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,445 reviews · from $26Our pick

Join Best of Zante for a three-hour cruise through Zakynthos National Marine Park. Guide Denis often keeps the mood lively while the glass-bottom boat searches for Caretta Caretta turtles, visits Keri Caves and Cameo Island, and stops for swimming at Marathonisi’s Golden Nesting Beach.

“This was an amazing experience, and our captain was so helpful and determined for us to get to see a turtle. we had seen on reviews that due to being October, the odds were much lower as it was coming out of season for them. but, we got to see a couple in the harbour, one in particular that kept regularly coming up for air right next to the boat which was incredible! then we got driven around in a fast speedboat to the Keri caves and the captain was very knowledgeable; he explained what everything was to us. finally we got to have 1hr15 chilling on the beach with…”

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2.Porto Vromi: Navagio Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,284 reviews · from $33

Sail from Porto Vromi Maries to Navagio Shipwreck Beach, then follow Zakynthos’ west coast through the Blue Caves, Sfogio, White Beach, Porto Steniti, and Poseidon’s Profile. Expect three swim stops, an English or Greek-speaking crew, and small boats that can enter narrow caves.

“I really never write any recommendations but this tour was absolutely amazing. The captain was soo cool, played nice music and had a nice vibe. He stopped at many blue caves and one hidden cave which was just incredible. I can highly recommend this tour! Don’t forget snorkeling equipment!”

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3.Turtle Island & Keri Caves Glass-Bottom Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 896 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $41

Cruise from Agios Sostis to Marathonisi and the Keri Caves on a glass-bottom boat, with swimming, snorkeling, turtle watching, and a guide such as Dennis or Alexander. Choose a meeting point or hotel pickup from selected Zakynthos areas.

“Smooth pick up from the hotel. All trip very good, excellent guide Alex made our experience very special especially for kids”

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4.Turtle Spotting, Marathonísi & Keri Caves Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 694 reviews · from $25Best value

Join Zante Sun Travel for a three-hour cruise from Agios Sostis port. Captain Dennis and the crew take you turtle spotting in Laganas Bay, then to Marathonisi and the Keri Caves for swimming stops. The boat has small viewing windows, not a full glass floor.

“Captain Dennis did a great job and made the experience even more enjoyable.”

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5.From St.Nikolaos: Boat Cruise to Navagio Beach & Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 483 reviews · 150 minutes - 3 hours · from $35

Meet captain Takis Karidis at Orizodes Restaurant near St Nikolaos, then cruise by speed boat to Navagio Beach and the Blue Caves. Expect shipwreck views, bright blue water, a swim stop, and live English commentary. Shared and private options are available, weather permitting.

“Beautiful boat tour, but despite the promise we could not go to the water at the shipwreck (they referred to the bad weather). We could not see that the weather is wrong and many other people were in the water. We are a little bit disappointed.”

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6.Zakynthos boat tour:Shipwreck& Local blue caves with 3 Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 351 reviews · 40 minutes to 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

From Porto Vromi, join a group boat cruise to view the Panagiotis shipwreck, enter coastal blue caves, and stop for swims in clear Ionian water. Snorkeling gear, onboard restroom, parking, and morning or afternoon departures are included. Captains such as Yanniis, Nico, and Costa handle the route.

“I had a very bad experience. They cancelled the trip due to bad weather. We tried to reschedule it but we were not able to go on a date with good weather. In the end I did not receive my money back. I tried to contact the man I was in contact with multiple times over the period of a month, but he ignores me.”

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