Paros private speedboat cruise: Antiparos & nearby islands

Seven hours on the water: snorkel, sunbathe, explore nearby islands or anchor in quiet coves

A private speedboat cruise in Paros aboard a luxury Avant 705 with an experienced skipper, lasting seven hours and fully customizable to your interests. The boat carries snorkeling equipment, a fridge, deck shower, large sunbeds and a covered dining area. You choose the route (Antiparos and its sea caves, the nearby islands of Mykonos, Koufonisia or Milos, or hidden anchorages around Paros itself), and the skipper guides you there.

The experience

The Avant 705 is built for a day on the water without the usual boat-tour routine. The wide windscreen shields you from spray while the large cockpit stays open to the sun, with a fridge, dining table, sound system and a canopy that deploys for shade when you need it. Up front and aft, fitted sunbeds give you room to stretch out and absorb the warmth. A deck shower rinses off the salt, and an electrical toilet means you're not tethered to the shore.

Your skipper is experienced in the waters around Paros and knows the routes to Antiparos (where sea caves cut into the cliffs), and further out to Mykonos, Koufonisia, Milos and smaller islands most day-trippers miss. The seven-hour window is yours to shape: anchor in a quiet cove for an afternoon of snorkeling, cruise past rock formations and hidden beaches, or mix both. Snorkeling equipment is on board, along with bottled water, sodas and snacks to keep you going through the day.

The boat is yours alone with your group, so there's no schedule to follow and no strangers sharing the space. If the weather shifts or you want to linger somewhere, the skipper adjusts. If you'd rather head somewhere else entirely, that's the point of booking private.

What’s included

• Use of snorkeling equipment.
• bottled water and sodas.
• snacks.
• deck shower.
• fridge and dining table access.
• canopy shade.
• experienced skipper for the full seven hours.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:30Last departure this season: 2 Nov

Book up toStart time

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by The Sailor's Ride

Is this one for you?The seven-hour duration leaves your morning or evening free, so you can pair this with a meal in a harbor town or time on the island itself. If you want a full day on the water with no time pressure and no other stops, book the boat. If you need to be back by a set hour for a flight or a dinner reservation, confirm the timing with the skipper when you reserve.

Traveler reviews

5.00★★★★★★★★★★

17 verified traveler reviews

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

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.

Can I snorkel from the boat, or do I need to know how already?

Snorkeling equipment is included and ready to use. The boat anchors in shallow, clear water where you can enter and exit easily, and the skipper chooses spots suited to the conditions of the day. No certification or prior experience is required.

What's the difference between going to Antiparos versus the other islands?

Antiparos is close to Paros and famous for sea caves you can explore by water and on foot if you want to land. Mykonos, Koufonisia and Milos are further out and take more of the seven hours to reach, so you spend less time at each stop but see a wider range of coastline and fewer crowds.

Is there food on board, or should I bring my own lunch?

Snacks and drinks (sodas, bottled water and light refreshments) are included. If you want a full meal, bring it with you or arrange it in advance with the skipper. The boat has a fridge and a dining table to use.

How many people can fit on the Avant 705?

The boat is private to your group. The skipper will confirm capacity when you book based on your party size and the route you choose.

What happens if the weather turns bad?

The skipper monitors conditions and can adjust the route or timing to keep you safe and comfortable. The canopy provides shelter, and the windscreen protects the cockpit area. Discuss weather concerns when you book so the skipper can plan accordingly.