Corfu to Paxos & Antipaxos: Blue Caves Boat Tour with Gaios Stop

Summary

Sail from corfu past blue caves to antipaxos beaches and gaios village

You’ll cruise from Corfu past fortress views and wild cliffs, enter glowing blue caves near Paxos, swim off Antipaxos’ white beaches, and wander Gaios’ tangled lanes for lunch or shopping. With live multilingual guiding included, you’ll catch small stories (and maybe a few laughs) along the way — plus that hush inside the caves will stay with you long after.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the Old Fortress of Corfu to look so different from the water — kind of stoic, almost like it’s watching you leave. We drifted past Kanoni and Mon Repos (our guide mentioned Prince Philip was born there, which made me smile for some reason), and then suddenly the city faded into this wild coastline. The air got saltier. I remember someone nearby peeling an orange, the smell mixing with sunscreen and diesel as we headed south toward Paxos.

The boat slowed down near these cliffs that looked almost fake — white against this impossible blue. Our guide switched between English and German (sometimes both in one sentence), pointing out Ortolithos island and a rock arch called Tripitos. When we entered the Blue Caves, I swear everyone went quiet for a second. The water glowed under the hull, weirdly cold when I dipped my hand in. Apparently monk seals live here but we didn’t see any — maybe they’re smarter than us about crowds.

Swimming at Paradise Beach on Antipaxos felt like cheating on Greece with the Caribbean. I tried snorkeling but mostly just floated, staring up at clouds that looked like they’d been painted by someone who loves blue too much. Lunch was in Gaios; we wandered narrow streets where old men played backgammon outside cafés and cats eyed our souvlaki like tiny thieves. Li (our guide) laughed when I tried to order coffee in Greek — probably butchered it but she said “bravo” anyway.

I still think about that first silent moment inside the cave — how everyone seemed to hold their breath together, just for a beat. It’s funny what sticks with you after a day trip from Corfu to Paxos & Antipaxos by boat. Sometimes it’s not even what you expect.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Boat tour from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos

• Admire Old Town of Corfu by boat
• View Old Fortress and Saint George Temple
• See Kanoni peninsula and Palace of Mon Repos
• City sightseeing by boat at Kanoni
• Sail south along Paxos west coast
• Enter Blue Caves of Paxos
• Admire white cliffs of Erimitis
• See Ortolithos island and Tripitos Kamara
• Swim and snorkel at Paradise beach, Antipaxos
• Sail through Paxos channel past Panagia and Agios Nikolaos
• Moor at Gaios port and stroll village
• Enjoy lunch at sea view restaurant

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included on this Corfu to Paxos & Antipaxos boat tour?

No, hotel pickup is not included; you board at the designated port in Corfu.

What languages are offered for guiding during the tour?

Live guiding is available in English, German, French, Italian, Russian; audio guiding also offered in Romanian on Fridays.

Can you swim during the day trip from Corfu to Antipaxos?

Yes, there is time to swim and snorkel at Paradise Beach on Antipaxos Island.

Are entrance fees or taxes included?

Yes, all fees and taxes are included in your booking price.

Is lunch provided during the tour?

No set lunch is provided; you have free time to eat at traditional tavernas in Gaios village.

How long does the full-day boat tour last?

The tour lasts a full day; exact times depend on departure but plan for several hours on board plus stops.

Is this tour suitable for people with limited mobility?

The tour may not be recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health or limited mobility due to boarding/swimming activities.

Will I see monk seals during the Blue Caves visit?

The Blue Caves are a habitat for Mediterranean monk seals but sightings are rare and not guaranteed.

What’s included

Your day includes live multilingual guiding (with audio options on select days), all entry fees and taxes covered by your ticket, sightseeing by boat around Corfu’s Old Town and fortress landmarks before heading south along Paxos’ coastlines, swimming at Paradise Beach on Antipaxos Island, free time for lunch at local tavernas in Gaios village, plus stops at scenic islands like Panagia and Agios Nikolaos before returning to Corfu port.