Private Cruise Paros to Antiparos & Despotiko: 3 Islands

Three islands, one boat, eight hours of swimming and coves

A private day cruise from Paros explores three Aegean islands (Antiparos, Despotiko and Panteronisia) with your own captain and boat. The itinerary moves from the whitewashed harbor of Antiparos to the uninhabited rocky islet of Despotiko for swimming and snorkeling, then northeast to Panteronisia's emerald waters. Snorkeling equipment, towels, fresh fruit, snacks and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks are included. The full day runs eight hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private cruise exploring three islands

• Depart from Paros
• Arrive at Antiparos port
• Walk stone-paved alleys in Antiparos
• Enjoy drink or local specialties at harbor
• Follow coastline to Despotiko islet
• Swim and relax at Despotiko
• Enjoy drink and snack on board
• Travel northeast to Panteronisia islands
• Swim and relax at Panteronisia

The experience

The boat leaves Paros and reaches Antiparos after about an hour and a half, giving you time to walk the stone-paved alleys lined with bougainvilleas, past white houses with blue windows and doors, and stop at a harbor café for a drink or local food. From there the route follows the coastline toward Despotiko, an uninhabited rocky islet with small and large beaches and lunar, jagged terrain that feels removed from the ordinary. The water depth here gives it the deep blue color the operator mentions, and this is where you spend hours swimming, snorkeling with the equipment provided, and relaxing on the boat with a drink and snack.

The final leg heads northeast to Panteronisia, a cluster of islands and rocky islets known locally as the Aegean's Caribbean for its crystal and emerald waters. The spot is built for swimming and floating rather than exploration. You pick your moment to get in the water and stay as long as you want. The captain and crew handle the navigation and the boat. You handle the day.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and towels.
• fresh fruit and snacks.
• unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks.
• fuel surcharge.
• a captain and crew for the full eight hours.
• a live English-speaking guide.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 14 Apr 2027

Book up to8h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

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 14 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Don Blue Yachting

Is this one for you?Book this if you want your own boat and captain for the day: no shared groups, no fixed schedule beyond the three islands themselves, and the freedom to spend as much time swimming at Despotiko or Panteronisia as you want.

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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.

How long does the boat spend at each island?

Antiparos gets roughly an hour for walking and a café stop; Despotiko is the longest stop, where you swim and snorkel for several hours; Panteronisia is the final swimming spot before the return to Paros.

What's included to eat and drink?

Fresh fruit, snacks and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks come on board. You bring your own lunch or eat at the Antiparos harbor if you prefer a meal ashore.

Do I need to know how to snorkel?

Snorkeling equipment is provided and the water at Despotiko is calm and clear, but you choose whether and how long to use it. Swimming without snorkeling is just as easy.

What's the water like for swimming?

Despotiko and Panteronisia both have deep, clear water. Despotiko's beaches are small and rocky, while Panteronisia is known for emerald shallows ideal for floating and cooling off.

Is there a guide who explains the islands?

A live English-speaking guide is on board to answer questions about the islands and the stops, though the day is structured around swimming and relaxation rather than a formal tour narrative.