Snorkeling in Nafplio: 8-hour catamaran cruise with lunch

You anchor at four separate islands, each with its own bay and shallow water for snorkeling.

An 8-hour private catamaran cruise departing from Nafplio sails the Argolic Gulf with stops at Bourtzi, Viles Beach, Romvi and Arvanitia: each chosen for snorkeling, paddleboarding or floating in calm water. The boat carries snorkeling gear, two paddleboards, life vests and swimming noodles. Lunch is personalized to your preferences and beverages run unlimited throughout the day. A live guide speaks English and Greek.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full day luxury catamaran cruise

• Depart from Nafplio at 10:00 AM
• Pass by the Sea Tower (Kastelli/Bourtzi)
• Stop at Viles Beach for relaxation
• Visit Romvi islet and explore remains
• Enjoy snorkeling and paddleboarding activities
• Have personalized Mediterranean lunch onboard
• Stop at the Blue Flag beach in Nafplio
• Relax with unlimited beverages throughout
• Return to Nafplio

The experience

Eight hours aboard a 2026 Fountaine Pajot catamaran means you leave Nafplio at 10:00 AM and return by evening, with the boat built to carry small groups in comfort. The route threads through the Argolic Gulf, stopping at four distinct anchorages: Bourtzi, the Venetian fortress islet facing the harbor; Viles Beach, a quiet retreat on the eastern shore; Romvi, a medieval island with a sandy bay and the small chapel of Daskaleio just offshore; and Arvanitia, the Blue Flag beach with two harbors and a rocky center. Each stop gives you water time: snorkel, paddleboard, float on a noodle, or simply swim in the shallows while the crew prepares lunch.

Snorkeling equipment, two stand-up paddleboards, life vests and floating noodles are all aboard and ready to use. The personalized Mediterranean lunch is made fresh to what you request, and the galley keeps coffee, wine, beer, soft drinks and juice flowing all day. Two cabins and two bathrooms mean you can change, rinse off or rest between stops without leaving the boat.

The guide speaks English and Greek, so commentary flows in whichever language suits your group. The boat departs daily at 10:00 AM from Nafplio. Public transport reaches the departure point, and infants travel in a pram or stroller if needed.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment, two stand-up paddleboards and life vests.
• personalized Mediterranean lunch with handmade savory and sweet snacks and fresh fruit.
• unlimited coffee, wine, beer, soft drinks and juices.
• use of two onboard cabins and two bathrooms.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Greek

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Romvi sailing activities

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English and Greek, so groups of any language background follow the commentary comfortably. The fixed 10:00 AM departure and 8-hour duration fit a full day in Nafplio without an early start or a late return.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Greek.

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 Bourtzi, the first stop on the snorkeling route?

Bourtzi is a small islet directly opposite Nafplio's harbor, fully covered by a Venetian fortress built centuries ago and known by that name to locals. It marks the start of the cruise and sits in calm water ideal for a first snorkel.

Can I paddleboard on this cruise, or is it snorkeling only?

Two stand-up paddleboards are aboard, so you can paddleboard at any of the four anchorage stops. Snorkeling gear, floating noodles and swimming space are also available at each stop. You choose what suits you in the moment.

Is lunch included, and can I request what I eat?

Yes, a personalized Mediterranean lunch is included and crafted to your preferences. The crew prepares it fresh aboard, and handmade savory and sweet snacks plus fresh fruit round out the meal throughout the day.

What drinks are provided on the 8-hour cruise?

Unlimited beverages are included: Nespresso coffee, wine (white and rosé), beer, soft drinks (Coca-Cola original and zero), orange juice, lemonade, sour cherry drink and mineral water.