Snorkeling in Paros and Antiparos from Pounda Port

Anchor at three snorkeling spots where the reef drops into clear Aegean water.

A full-day snorkeling trip from Pounda Port aboard a traditional wooden kaiki carries up to 25 passengers to three anchored sites in the Cyclades: the Blue Lagoon in the Paderonisia islands, Panagia Faneromeni Bay off Antiparos, and Mastichari with its white rock cliffs. The boat departs at 10:00 AM and returns by 5:00 PM, with a Mediterranean lunch, wine, soft drinks and snacks included. An English-speaking guide leads the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full-day boat trip to Antiparos

• Embark from Pounda Port at 10:00 AM
• Swim and snorkel at Blue Lagoon
• Relax and snorkel at Panagia Faneromeni Bay
• Cliff jump and snorkel at Mastichari
• Enjoy Mediterranean lunch and drinks onboard
• Return to Pounda Port by 5:00 PM

The experience

You board a traditional wooden sailing boat at Pounda Port and spend the morning and afternoon moving between three anchored bays, each one chosen for snorkeling and swimming. The Blue Lagoon sits inside the Paderonisia island complex with water so clear the seabed shows through; Panagia Faneromeni Bay opens onto a rocky reef where small fish move through the shallows; Mastichari on Antiparos's southern coast rises in white stone cliffs and draws swimmers who jump into the water. Between stops the boat idles and you stay in the water as long as you want, or climb back aboard to rest.

Lunch arrives mid-afternoon: pasta with meatballs, local white wine, soft drinks and bottled water, eaten on deck or in the shade the boat provides. The pace is set by the anchors, not by a schedule. You snorkel when you want to snorkel, and the boat waits. The return to Pounda Port happens around 5:00 PM, giving you the rest of the evening free.

What’s included

• A full-day snorkeling trip aboard a traditional wooden kaiki with an English-speaking guide.
• three anchored stops for swimming and snorkeling.
• Mediterranean lunch with pasta and meatballs.
• local white wine, soft drinks and bottled water.
• snacks throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 24 Apr 2027

Book up to1h before

GroupUp to 25

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 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by PBT TRAVEL

Is this one for you?The boat departs at 10:00 AM and returns around 5:00 PM, so you need a full afternoon free. Ideal if you arrive in Paros with a day to spend before other plans, or if you're staying nearby and want a single full-day outing. The shared boat holds up to 25 passengers, so you travel with other swimmers and snorkelers rather than alone.

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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's the water like for snorkeling at these three stops?

The Blue Lagoon has turquoise water clear enough to see the bottom; Panagia Faneromeni Bay holds a rocky reef with small colorful fish; Mastichari offers deeper water and white rock formations to explore underwater. All three are anchored stops where you enter and exit from the boat.

How much time do I spend actually in the water?

The boat anchors at each of the three sites for extended periods, so you can snorkel as long as you want at each stop. The full day runs 6.5 hours from departure to return, with most of that time spent at the three bays.

What should I bring for a day of snorkeling from Pounda Port?

Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, a towel and any personal snorkeling gear you prefer. The boat provides lunch, wine and soft drinks. Sunglasses and a hat help on the water, and water shoes are useful for rocky entries.

Is this trip suitable if I'm not a strong swimmer?

The boat anchors in bays where you can enter and exit easily, and snorkeling happens at your own pace. The operator notes the trip suits all physical fitness levels, so you can swim gently or stay closer to the boat.

Does the boat operate in all weather?

The traditional wooden kaiki sails if conditions allow. Summer in the Cyclades typically brings calm seas, but the operator may adjust the itinerary or departure time based on wind and water conditions on the day.