Private Catamaran Cruise from Paros: Swim, Snorkel, Lunch

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Duration9h

GroupPrivate

LanguagesEN

PickupAt your hotel

Nine hours sailing Paros and Antiparos waters, stopping to swim in turquoise shallows and eat lunch made that morning.

A private full-day catamaran cruise from Paros takes you to Despotiko island, Faneromeni Beach and hidden coves around Antiparos, with swimming, snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding included. The captain teaches you to sail, the crew handles the boat, and lunch—fresh local seafood and produce—is cooked onboard throughout the day. Your guide speaks English and pickup is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day catamaran cruise and exploration

Depart from Paros aboard catamaran
Swim and snorkel at Panteronisi/Tigani islands
Visit southern Antiparos and see rock formations
Explore hidden coves and sea caves by boat
Enjoy water activities and onboard snacks
Stop near Tsimindiri and Despotiko islands
Have fresh Greek lunch onboard

The Experience

The boat leaves Paros in the morning and heads south toward Antiparos, passing through the shallow turquoise waters between Panteronisi and Tigani islands where the seabed creates light-blue patterns visible from the deck. You'll stop to swim and snorkel in those waters, then move on to Faneromeni Beach on Antiparos's southern coast, where unusual rock formations carved by wind and sea rise from the water. The captain teaches you how to handle the catamaran's sails and rigging—it's hands-on, not a lecture—so by midday you've had a turn at the helm.

The afternoon takes you along Antiparos's southwest coast, where the boat reaches places only accessible by water: hidden coves, sea caves, and cliff edges. You can paddle out on a stand-up board, jump from the rocks, or stay aboard with a drink and watch the landscape. Lunch happens at Despotiko, an island with archaeological remains of a temple to Apollo and the site where ancient Kouros statues were first carved. The crew has been cooking all morning—fresh local seafood, vegetables from island farmers, organic herbs—and everything is prepared and served onboard. Wine, beer and soft drinks are included.

The crew is professional and the service is personalized: they track dietary needs and adjust the menu, keep the boat stocked with snacks and water between swims, and time the day so you're back in Paros by evening. WiFi is available onboard. Pickup from your hotel is included, so you don't arrange transport to the marina.

What’s included

Private hotel pickup and return to Paros.
nine hours aboard the catamaran with an English-speaking captain and crew.
instruction in sailing and handling the boat.
swimming and snorkeling at multiple stops.
stand-up paddleboard use.
lunch cooked onboard with fresh local seafood, organic produce and island herbs.
wine, beer and soft drinks throughout the day.
WiFi onboard.
all taxes and fees.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Brama Catamarans

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you follow the commentary and the captain's sailing lessons without translation. Book this if you want hands-on time at the helm and a crew that adjusts the day to your pace and appetite rather than a fixed itinerary and group schedule.