Snorkeling in Milos: Private boat to Kimolos & Poliegos

Jump into turquoise water at Blue Bay, then explore sea caves and a shipwreck on your own terms.

Snorkeling in Milos means a private boat tour around Kimolos and Poliegos islands with a captain, full snorkeling gear, paddleboards and a sea scooter. You choose between a half-day or full-day departure, and between three boat sizes. The tour includes fresh local food, Greek wine and beer, WiFi, towels and windproof jackets. Lunch at a seaside restaurant is optional.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Kimolos and Poliegos islands

• Pass by Kimolos fishing villages
• Visit the unknown fjord of Kimolos
• Explore Soufi bay in North Kimolos
• Anchor and swim at Faros beach
• Visit the lonely lighthouse at Faros
• Enjoy extended stop at Blue Bay, Poliegos
• Swim at Mersini beach, Poliegos
• See the colorful Red Cave

The experience

Four to eight hours on the water means time to reach the spots most day-trippers miss. The boat anchors at Blue Bay in Poliegos, where the water turns turquoise and caves cut into the rock. You snorkel the seabed and explore the openings at your own pace. Faros Beach sits on shallow, clear water where wild goats wander down to drink. The lighthouse above it commands a view across 180 degrees. The Red Cave glows with mineral hues (red, orange, purple, yellow) carved by wave erosion over years. Soufi Bay on Kimolos' uninhabited north shore stays protected from wind and rarely crowded because few boats reach it. The single small boathouse and a handful of trees are the only signs anyone has ever been there.

The captain navigates you through Kimolos' hidden fjord and past the fishing villages with their traditional sirmata houses. You get snorkeling gear, paddleboards and a sea scooter to move through the water however you want. Fresh vegetarian small plates, Greek white wine, beer and cocktails come aboard. Restroom, WiFi, fresh towels and windproof jackets stay available the whole time. A drone captures photos and a short video so you leave with proof of what you saw.

Half-day and full-day options run on three different boat sizes (30-foot, 36-foot and 42-foot), so you pick the duration and the vessel that fits your group. The captain speaks English and knows which caves hold the clearest water and which beaches the goats favor on any given day.

What’s included

• Snorkeling gear, paddleboards and a sea scooter.
• fresh vegetarian small plates with Greek white wine, beer and cocktails.
• bottled water, fresh towels and windproof jackets.
• WiFi and restroom on board.
• drone photos and a short video.
• captain and fuel surcharge.

Options for this experience

6 options

Half-day tour on a 30ft boatUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · Available from 1 May 2027Lasting 4 hours. Half-day route: Goupa Kara, Mersini beach, Red Cave, Blue Bay. The "FREEDOM" is a 30ft RIB built in 2020 and powered by twin 200hp engines, for a smooth and efficient ride.

Full-day tour on a 30ft boatUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · Available from 1 May 2027Lasting 8 hours, this full day offers plenty of fun: more unique spots and more memories to take home! The full-day route takes in 3 stunning sites in Kimolos and 4 breathtaking spots in Poliegos, with crystal waters, hidden coves and island magic. The "FREEDOM" is a 30ft RIB built in 2020 and powered by twin 200hp engines, for a smooth and efficient ride.

Half-day tour on a 36ft boatUp to 9 per booking · Guide in English · Available from 1 May 2027Lasting 4 hours. Half-day route: Goupa Kara, Mersini Beach, Red Cave and Blue Bay, the must-see highlights of Poliegos and Kimolos. The "TRITON" is 36ft, launched in 2023, and boasts twin 350hp engines for enhanced performance and comfort.

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Half-day tour on a 42ft yachtUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English · Available from 1 May 2027Lasting 4 hours. Half-day route: Goupa Kara, Mersini Beach, Red Cave and Blue Bay, the top must-visit spots in Poliegos and Kimolos. The "TALOS" yacht, introduced in 2025, features triple 350hp engines, a spacious cabin and a windshield for comfort and luxury.

Full-day tour on a 36ft boatUp to 9 per booking · Guide in English · Available from 1 May 2027A full day is always an option for more fun: more unique spots, more adventures and even more unforgettable memories! The full-day route visits 3 must-see locations in Kimolos and 4 spectacular sites in Poliegos, immersing you in nature's paradise. The "TRITON" is 36ft, launched in 2023, and boasts twin 350hp engines for enhanced performance and comfort.

Full-day tour on a 42ft yachtUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English · Available from 1 May 2027Lasting 8 hours. The full-day route uncovers 3 enchanting places in Kimolos and 4 dreamy escapes in Poliegos, where crystal waters and island wonders await. The "TALOS" yacht, introduced in 2025, features triple 350hp engines, a spacious cabin and a windshield for comfort and luxury.

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Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

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 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Salty Rides

Is this one for you?Half-day snorkeling suits travelers who want the main caves and beaches without the full-day commitment. Full-day reaches the remote northern bays and shipwreck. Choose your boat size based on your group: the 30-foot works for smaller parties, the 42-foot yacht spreads out larger groups and adds more onboard comfort.

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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.

What is Blue Bay like when we get there?

Blue Bay in Poliegos holds water so turquoise it looks unreal, with sea caves you can snorkel into and explore. The operator calls it the most fantastic spot on the island and schedules an extended stop so you can spend real time in the water and on the seabed.

Can we snorkel the whole time or are there other things to do?

Snorkeling is the main event, but the boat also carries paddleboards and a sea scooter so you can move through the water however you prefer. You'll anchor at multiple spots (Blue Bay, Faros Beach, the Red Cave, Soufi Bay), so you can choose how to spend time at each one.

What's included in the food and drinks?

Fresh vegetarian small plates come aboard with Greek white wine, beer and cocktails. Bottled water and fresh towels are always available. Lunch at a seaside restaurant is optional, so you decide whether to add it when you book.

How do half-day and full-day tours differ?

Half-day snorkeling runs shorter and hits fewer stops. Full-day gives you four to eight hours to reach more islands and spend longer at each anchorage. Both options run on three boat sizes (30-foot, 36-foot and 42-foot), so you pick the duration and vessel size that suits your group.

What happens if the weather turns rough?

Windproof jackets are provided on board. The boat anchors in protected bays like Soufi, which stays sheltered from the wind, so the captain can usually find calm water even on less settled days.