Lefkada snorkeling and swimming cruise: Sea caves and lunch

Swim inside a sea cave, then surface into electric blue water

A full-day snorkeling and swimming cruise on Lefkada's east coast with a live guide in English or French. You stop at five locations (a beach, Poros cave, Elies beach for lunch, the village of Vathy on Meganisi, and Gaidouraki beach) with snorkeling gear, a freshly-prepared BBQ lunch and local wine included. The guide shares knowledge of the local marine ecosystem as you move between stops.

Step-by-step itinerary

Marine adventure cruise with swimming and lunch

• Swim and snorkel at east coast beach
• Snorkel inside Poros sea cave
• Swim at The Dropoff underwater rock
• Relax and lunch at Elies beach
• Free time in Vathy village
• Final swim at Gaidouraki beach

The experience

The boat leaves in the morning and heads straight to the first beach on Lefkada's east coast, where you swim and snorkel to get a sense of what the day holds. The real draw comes at Poros cave. You swim inside the sea cave itself, watching for lionfish in the dim light, then surface into the electric blue water as you exit. Just beyond it sits the Dropoff, an underwater rock formation that plunges straight down and holds ornate wrasses and parrotfish in the deeper zones. Snorkeling gear is provided, and life jackets and swimming aids are available if you need them.

By midday the boat anchors at Elies beach, where a freshly-prepared BBQ lunch is served on board with local wine and soft drinks. You have time to swim again or simply rest on deck. After lunch, the route takes you to Vathy, a small village on the nearby island of Meganisi. You get free time to walk around, sit in a cafe, or pick up gifts. The final stop is Gaidouraki beach on Meganisi for one last swim before the return to Lefkada. Families traveling with children get activity packs to keep them occupied between stops.

The whole day runs about seven and a half hours. A guide travels with you throughout, pointing out details of the underwater life and the landscape. If you want a private charter instead of the shared cruise, that option is available.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• a freshly-prepared BBQ lunch on board.
• local wine and soft drinks at lunch.
• a live guide in English or French sharing insights on the marine ecosystem.
• life jackets and swimming aids available on request.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

Book up to18h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 15 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Marine Adventure Lefkada

Is this one for you?The shared cruise suits swimmers and snorkelers who want a full day on the water with stops already planned and lunch handled. You show up and the route, the guide and the meal are set. If you'd rather have the boat and the stops to yourself, the private charter option lets you control the pace and the timing.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 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's it like snorkeling inside Poros cave?

Poros cave is a sea cave you actually swim into. You'll see lionfish in the shadowed water, and when you surface and exit back out to open water, the contrast is striking. It's a unique snorkeling moment you won't find at a regular beach.

Is snorkeling gear included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is provided on the cruise. Life jackets and swimming aids are also available if you want them.

What happens during the lunch stop?

The boat anchors at Elies beach and serves a freshly-prepared BBQ lunch on board, with local wine and soft drinks included. You can eat, swim again, or relax on deck.

Can I book this as a private charter for my group?

Yes, private charter options are available if you want the cruise just for your party instead of joining other guests.

How long is the full day on the water?

The cruise runs about seven and a half hours from start to finish, with five stops for swimming, snorkeling and the village visit.