Snorkeling in Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands with sailing

Sail to two islands, snorkel in waters where ancient gods were born

A sailing tour from Mykonos to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Delos and the island of Rhenia, where you snorkel in clear Aegean waters with free equipment provided onboard. The boat departs from Tourlos Bay with complimentary hotel pickup. Lunch and an English-speaking guide are included, and the full day runs six hours, ending at 4pm.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail to Delos and Rhenia Islands

• Shuttle to sailing boat Nadia K
• Board sailing boat and start tour
• Sail 1 hour to Delos Island
• Disembark and explore Delos archaeological site
• Sail to Rhenia Island
• Swim and snorkel at Rhenia Island
• Sail 1 hour back to Tourlos bay
• Shuttle to hotel or other location

The experience

The boat Nadia K leaves Tourlos Bay after a five-minute boarding, and the one-hour sail to Delos gives you time to settle in. The captain and crew handle the navigation while you watch the Aegean open up. Once you reach Delos (the UNESCO World Heritage site where myth says Apollo and Artemis were born), you disembark to walk the archaeological remains. The island itself is the history: no museum walls, no roped-off sections. You move through the actual ground where ancient civilization left its shape.

From Delos, the boat sails to Rhenia, an uninhabited island where the water turns clear enough to see the ocean floor. Snorkeling gear is free and ready onboard. You put it on and slip into the water to explore what lies beneath. The crew stays close, and the boat is anchored nearby. Lunch happens onboard, and the return sail to Tourlos takes another hour, arriving back at 4pm so the shuttle can take you to your hotel or wherever you need to be.

What settles the logistics: pickup from your hotel is complimentary, so you don't arrange transport to the port. WiFi runs onboard if you need it, and there's a restroom. The guide speaks English throughout, and everything (the snorkeling equipment, lunch, the ride back) is included in the price.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return shuttle.
• snorkeling equipment and use.
• lunch onboard.
• English-speaking guide.
• WiFi onboard.
• restroom access.

Before you book

Lasts 6h, from € 137 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 80 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Mykonos Sea Excursions/Mykonos Sailing Dream

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in Mykonos without a car. The complimentary pickup means you don't arrange transport to the port, and the fixed 4pm return gets you back in time for an evening out. The snorkeling happens at Rhenia, where the water is clearest, while Delos gives you the archaeological depth most day trips skip.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the UNESCO site of Delos, and what will I see when I walk around it?

Delos is an archaeological island where ancient Greeks believed the gods Apollo and Artemis were born, making it sacred in antiquity. You'll walk through the actual ruins and remains of temples, homes and public buildings from the ancient city: the island preserves the layout and structure of a real Greek settlement, not reconstructed exhibits.

How long do I spend snorkeling, and what's the water like at Rhenia?

You snorkel at Rhenia, the uninhabited island, where the water is clear enough to see the ocean floor. The exact time in the water depends on how long you choose to stay in, since the boat is anchored and the crew is there. Most visitors spend an hour or more exploring before returning onboard.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring myself?

Snorkeling equipment, lunch, hotel pickup, the guide, and WiFi onboard are all included. Bring a towel, sunscreen, and a light layer for the wind on deck. The boat has a restroom onboard.

Does the tour run in the morning or afternoon, and when does it end?

The tour departs after hotel pickup in the morning and returns to Tourlos at 4pm, making it a six-hour day. The shuttle then takes you back to your hotel or another location you choose.

Is the boat suitable if I'm not a strong swimmer or have never snorkeled before?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. The crew helps you with the snorkeling gear and stays nearby while you're in the water at Rhenia. If you prefer not to snorkel, you can stay onboard or swim without the gear instead.