Milos Sailing Tour: Kleftiko Snorkeling & Greek Lunch

The boat is already moving when you pull on the snorkel mask at Kleftiko

You sail around Milos from Adamas or Pollonia, snorkel at Kleftiko with a guide and underwater camera, explore sea caves by rib boat, and eat a fresh Greek lunch on deck. The boat has cabins and bathrooms, all snorkeling gear is included, and you get the underwater photos and videos at the end. Return transfer to your starting port is built in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail and snorkel around Milos island

• Depart from Adamas or Pollonia
• Explore Milos coastline and beaches
• See landmarks like the Bears and Vani cape
• Sail along west coast and visit beaches
• Pass outside Sykia cave
• Anchor at Kleftiko for snorkeling safari
• Snorkel with guide and take underwater photos
• Take rib boat tour around Kleftiko caves
• Enjoy traditional Greek lunch onboard
• Sail east and south coast, swim at Fyrligos or Gerakas
• Watch sunset onboard
• Return and disembark at opposite port

The experience

The day starts from either Adamas or Pollonia. You pick which port suits you, and the crew handles the transfer back at the end. Once aboard, you're on a sailing yacht with four cabins and proper bathrooms, which means the boat doesn't feel cramped even when it's full. The crew knows the island's history and speaks languages beyond Greek, so when they point out the Bears (two rock formations at the harbor entrance). You actually get why they're called that. The west coast of Milos is protected under Natura 2000, which means you're sailing past rare species and cliffs most tourists never see: Kalogries, Agathia, Triades, each one a different shade of rock and water.

Kleftiko is the main event, and it lives up to the reputation. The white limestone cliffs rise straight out of the water, forming caves and tunnels that shift color depending on how the sun hits them. It's genuinely strange and beautiful in a way that photographs flatten. This is where the snorkeling safari happens. A crew member leads you underwater with masks and fins provided, and they're filming the whole thing on a Go Pro camera, so you get the footage afterward. You're not just swimming. You're following someone who knows where the fish are and what you're looking at. After that, a smaller rib boat takes you into the caves themselves, weaving through tunnels with the captain narrating. It's tight and thrilling in a way that feels safe because these people have done it hundreds of times.

Lunch arrives while you're still anchored at Kleftiko. A Greek meal made fresh by a professional chef, not reheated from a container. The view while you eat is the whole point: limestone cliffs, the Aegean, the sun directly overhead. The boat keeps fresh water and shade available all day, and the menu is free throughout: coffee, tea, snacks, wine, beer, soft drinks, whatever. If you're vegetarian or have dietary needs, you tell them when you book and they work around it. On the way back, the boat stops at either Fyrligos (colored rocks, shallow water) or Gerakas (sand slides, blue water) for a final swim. The day ends with the sunset from the deck, which is the kind of thing that sounds cliché until you're actually there.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or port pickup and return transfer between Adamas and Pollonia, full snorkeling equipment (masks, fins, snorkels), a guided snorkeling safari with underwater Go Pro photography and video, a rib boat tour of Kleftiko's caves, a fresh Greek lunch prepared by a professional chef, and free beverages throughout the day (coffee, tea, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and snacks). The boat features four double cabins, four bathrooms, fresh water showers, and shaded areas available to all passengers.

Before you book

Days and timesFriday to SundayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 1 Nov

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AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (under 11)

GroupUp to 22

Live guideEnglish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

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 effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Excellent Yachting

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Kleftiko and the west coast of Milos without renting a boat or figuring out logistics yourself. The crew handles navigation, timing, meals, and the return transfer, leaving you to swim, eat, and watch the sunset.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 11).

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.

How long is the full day tour?

The itinerary covers a full day of sailing, snorkeling, and dining, typically departing in the morning and returning in the evening with the sunset.

What's included in the price?

Snorkeling equipment, underwater photography and video, lunch, all beverages (coffee, tea, wine, beer, soft drinks), snacks, and the return transfer between Adamas and Pollonia.

Do I need diving certification?

No. This is a snorkeling tour, not scuba diving. The crew provides masks, fins, and snorkels, and a guide leads the snorkeling safari.

Can I choose which port to depart from?

Yes. You can start from Adamas (the main port) or Pollonia (a traditional fishing village). The crew arranges your return transfer to whichever port you started from.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

Vegetarian options are available. Inform the operator of any specific dietary requirements when you book, and they'll prepare accordingly.

What do I need to bring?

A valid passport (required for all participants), sunscreen, and a towel. Snorkeling equipment and lunch are provided.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances. The crew will update you as early as possible if adjustments are needed.