Corfu: Private Catamaran Cruise with Swim Stops & Drinks

Summary

Corfu’s turquoise bays private sailing, swim stops and relaxed local crew

You’ll feel salt on your skin as you sail past Corfu’s secret bays on a private catamaran cruise. Swim at hidden beaches only boats can reach, snack on fresh fruit with local wine or prosecco, and laugh with a friendly crew who make you feel at home. It’s relaxed, sun-soaked, and just a little bit magic—perfect for sharing with people you care about.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private half day catamaran cruise

• Cruise along Corfu's north-eastern shores
• Stop for swimming at picturesque bays
• Enjoy drinks, snacks, and water toys
• Celebrate special occasions on board

Top questions

How long is the private catamaran cruise in Corfu?

The cruise is a half-day experience along Corfu’s northeastern coast.

What beaches do we visit on this Corfu catamaran tour?

You may stop at Strogylo, Barbati, Kalami or Kerasia beach depending on conditions.

Are drinks included on the Corfu private cruise?

Yes, soft drinks, beers, wine and prosecco are included during your trip.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes, use of snorkeling gear is included for all guests onboard.

Can we bring service animals?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

Is lunch included or just snacks?

You’ll get fruit salad and chips as snacks; lunch is not included.

Are towels provided during the cruise?

Yes, fresh towels are available for guests to use onboard.

Is this suitable for kids or older adults?

The cruise is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What’s included

Your day includes bottled water, coffee or tea, soft drinks plus beer, wine and prosecco; fruit salad and chips for snacking; fresh towels; use of snorkeling equipment; stand up paddle board; WiFi onboard; wireless speaker for music; restroom facilities; all taxes and fuel covered—so you can just relax into it all without worrying about extras.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest — I almost didn’t book the private catamaran cruise in Corfu. It felt like too much, you know? But the second we stepped barefoot onto the deck and that warm wood creaked under us, I just felt lighter. Our skipper, Yannis, handed out cold drinks before we’d even left the harbor. He said something about “Barbati being best in the morning,” and grinned like he had a secret. The water was so clear it made my sunglasses useless — you could see straight to the pebbles below.

We drifted along Corfu’s northeast coast, passing these tiny coves that looked impossible to reach by land. At Strogylo beach, I jumped in first (the others hesitated — it was early) and the water was cool but not shocking. There was this moment floating on my back where all I could hear was someone’s laughter from the boat and distant cicadas on shore. Yannis sliced up fruit for us and I swear those peaches tasted like sunshine. He joked about my paddle boarding skills — or lack of them — but helped me up anyway.

I liked that there wasn’t any rush; we stopped at Kalami just because someone wanted another swim, and nobody minded. The crew kept offering snacks and prosecco, but mostly just let us do our thing. At one point I tried to say “thank you” in Greek — Li laughed when she heard me butcher it. Still think about that view from Kerasia beach: pale stones under turquoise water, quiet except for our voices echoing off the cliffs. If you want a day trip from Corfu that actually feels private, not staged, this is it.