The 15 Best 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

Join Spiridakos Sailing Cruises for a five-hour Santorini catamaran trip, offered by day or at sunset. Swim at Mesa Pigadia and Palea Kameni, see Red and White Beach, pass the volcano, and enjoy a BBQ with wine and soft drinks when that option is booked.

“Got off to a bad start. The company changed time and place of pick up and did not notify us in an acceptable form of communication. The bus left without us. They did correct it by sending a driver to get us, but was very stressful and not a great way to start!”

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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 small catamaran with hotel pickup, stops at Red Beach, the hot springs, and Thirassia, plus swimming, snorkeling, seafood, BBQ, and free-flowing wine and beer. The crew, including guides such as Giannis, Natalie, Alex, Mika, and Kostas, keeps the trip social and well organized.

“What a great experience! The staff were very helpful and informative. We had a great day. I would highly recommend this tour”

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

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

Cruise Santorini’s caldera from Vlychada Marina on a five-hour catamaran trip with Red Beach, White Beach, the volcano, hot springs, and Mesa Pigadia stops. Your English-speaking crew serves Greek meze, a fresh BBQ, desserts, unlimited wine and soft drinks, with pickup and drop-off included.

“The best way to experience Oia sunset! Our guide, host and captain were very nice and made everything memorable as possible. I love the vibe the bring during the tour specially the music part. And the food was delicious!”

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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 aboard a 42 to 56 foot catamaran, with hotel pickup, two swim stops, a Greek meal, white wine, Greek beer and soft drinks. Choose morning or sunset, and consider the luxury route for views of Oia and Ammoudi Bay from the water.

“Such an amazing experience with a friendly and knowledgeable crew. We would definitely recommend this sunset cruise to any of our friends who may come to Santorini in the future.”

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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 around Santorini’s volcanic coast, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, and the hot springs. The crew prepares Greek barbecue on board, serves wine, beer, and soft drinks, and provides snorkeling gear, towels, and hotel transfers. Choose the sunset sailing for sea-level views of Oia.

“We took our family on this cruise after our wedding in Santorini. Everyone had an incredible time!! The crew was friendly and the food was great! This cruise was a highlight of our Greek trip! Do not miss out!”

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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

Sail from Ammoudi or Athinios Port past the volcano, swim near the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, then enjoy a BBQ, Santorinian wine, and music aboard a spacious catamaran. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, and sunset viewing are included.

“Love love LOVED our Sunset Oia experience. We booked for two on Viator after literal weeks of deliberation on whether or not we should spent that amount of money for a sunset cruise (approx $145 USD each). This trip was our favorite thing we did on our 2-week Greece vacation and possibly ever. - The staff was so kind and accommodating, we felt so taken care of before we even stepped foot on the boat to when it was time for us to be dropped off to our hotel by the Sunset Oia driver. - The boat itself was bordering the definition of luxurious, and very clean. - They did…”

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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 Santorini with a group of 20 or fewer, stopping at Palea Kameni’s warm sulfur springs and Mesa Pigadia for swimming. Your crew provides towels, snorkel gear, a Greek BBQ buffet, local wine, beer, and cocktails, with pickup and drop-off included.

“All staff were helpful and attentive. They are very cautious about food allergies. We had really amazing cruise. Especially, Christf is the entertainer and great hospitality host of our cruise. Thank you very much indeed.”

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8.Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia

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

Spend about five hours aboard a premium catamaran with a maximum of 18 people. Swim at Red Beach, the volcano hot springs, and Thirassia, enjoy a BBQ dinner and open bar, and sail near Oia and the Venetian lighthouse. Crew members may include Maria, Alex, Nefeli, and Captain Giomnis.

“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 sailing Santorini’s coast in a small group of up to 18 people. Swim at Mesa Pigadia, see Red and White beaches, visit the hot springs and Thirassia, and enjoy BBQ chicken, pork, seafood pasta, Greek salad, and an open bar. Sunset departures add sparkling wine and dramatic caldera views.

“We’ll run, professional and friendly. The crew made sure everyone was having a good time. The food was delicious and large portions.”

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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 aboard a catamaran from Ammoudi or Athinios, with hotel pickup, volcano views, swimming at the hot springs and Red Beach, snorkeling, and a BBQ at White Beach. An English-speaking crew serves Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and water.

“This was a simple but enjoyable daytime cruise around Santorini which was about 4.5 hours. The pick up location was changed via email in advance so check your messages- this was due to the small streets and lack of access. Plan on the pick up being 45 minutes before your cruise time, depending on where you are staying. We cruised to the sulfur springs (not actually hot), Palia Kameni and Nea Kameni, over to the red beach and the white beach. Swimming at all locations. Towels provided. BBQ at the white beach which included options of fish, chicken, pork and vegetarian options. Plus a small buffet of items that were…”

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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 with your private group aboard a catamaran, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, Palea Kameni, and Thirasia. Swim, snorkel, soak in volcanic hot springs, and enjoy a barbecue with beer, wine, and soft drinks. Crews may include Captain Endri, George, Bohan, or other Spiridakos staff.

“Amazing private sunset cruise in Santorini. Crew was attentive, knowledgeable & helpful. Great food. Highly recommend.”

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12.Catamaran Cruise with Greek BBQ and Drinks

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

Spend five hours aboard a luxury catamaran with a small group, stopping at Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, and the volcanic hot springs. Crew members such as Danai, Vangelis, Electra, and Stefano are often praised for warm service, while the BBQ, open bar, towels, and snorkel gear keep the day easy.

“Great day on the boat sailing around Santorini. Lots of swimming at beautiful beaches and saw the sunset on the way home. Only 6 guests in total on the boat, so it was super comfortable and relaxed. Lovely dinner & drinks provided too. The hosts were great!! My only gripe was the "hot springs beach" which wasn't great - it wasn't hot and it was just swimming in eggy smelling water. I wouldn't rate this stop at all. The rest of the trip was great, even on a very windy day with rough seas.”

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

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

You’ll cruise from Amoudi Port to Santorini’s volcano, Palea Kameni, White Beach, and Red Beach on a catamaran limited to 20 people. Expect swimming, snorkeling, a Greek barbecue, open drinks, music, towels, and hotel transfers, with the route subject to weather.

“Barbecue swimming in the ocean actually everything was amazing The food was amazing and so many steps”

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14.Caldera Classic Catamaran Cruise w/ Meal & Drinks

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

Sail from Vlichada Marina to Red Beach, White Beach, Mesa Pigadia, Akrotiri Lighthouse, and Nea Kameni. Swim, snorkel, eat a Greek barbecue, and enjoy unlimited local wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. English-speaking crew members may include Anastasia, Enrico, Fay, or Irini.

“I did this cruise in the catamaran with this company and I recommend it 100%. The staff on the catamaran is nice professional they pay attention to every single detail. The food they serve is great, drinks everything nice. The catamaran very very clean Also you will swim in wonderful places where the water is just stunning. Thank you so much for this great experience Giulia”

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15.Santorini All-inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Thirassia Stop

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

Cruise Santorini’s caldera with pickup, a maximum of 16 people, swimming near Thirassia, the volcanic hot springs, and stops by Red and White beaches. Your crew serves seafood, chicken, salads, dessert, wine, beer, and soft drinks. Choose a morning or sunset departure.

“This was the best cruise excursion I’ve ever been on… The cruise boat was impeccably clean. The crew was phenomenal. They were very knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating throughout the entire trip. The food they prepared was amazing! I would definitely recommend this cruise :)”

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