Snorkeling in Thessaloniki: Shipwreck Bay from Nea Michaniona

Sail to a shipwreck and snorkel in waters that face the mountain of the gods

A half-day sailing cruise from Nea Michaniona harbor to Navagio beach in the Epanomi area, where you snorkel around a shipwreck that sank in the 1970s and swim in turquoise Thermaikos Bay waters. The boat departs at 11:00 and returns at 17:00, carrying up to eight passengers. Lunch prepared by the captain (souvlaki, Greek salad, fruit and local wine) is included. An English-speaking guide leads the experience.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sailing cruise to Navagio beach

• Depart from Nea Michaniona harbor at 11:00
• Sail along sandy coastline with shells
• Explore and swim in turquoise waters
• Visit Navagio beach with shipwreck
• Enjoy lunch prepared by the Captain
• Admire views of Mt. Olympus
• Return to harbor by 17:00

The experience

You board the Hunter 460 sailboat at Nea Michaniona harbor and spend six hours on the water. The boat heads toward Navagio beach, where a distinctive sandy cape juts into the sea and a famous shipwreck sits just offshore. The wreck (a vessel that went down around 1970) gives the snorkeling here a layer of history. You'll explore the underwater site and the surrounding turquoise waters at your own pace. The captain prepares lunch onboard from scratch: grilled souvlaki with pita, Greek salad, fruit, bread and vegetables, plus a bottle of wine shared among four people.

Mt. Olympus rises across the water from where you anchor, a constant landmark throughout the day. The beach itself is lined with shells and sand, and the natural setting (the rhythm of the sailing, the clarity of the water, the sight of the cape) builds what the operator describes as an unprecedented feeling of freedom. You're free to swim, sunbathe and snorkel as long as you want at the main stop. The schedule gives you the afternoon without rushing.

Bottled water is provided throughout the day. The boat is semi-private, meaning you may share it with other small groups, though it can also be chartered for your party alone. Bring your own snorkel gear or ask about rentals when you book. The operator does not list them as included. The meeting point is Nea Michaniona harbor, 20 minutes before the 11:00 departure. If you're staying in central Thessaloniki without a car, bus number 3 runs from the center to IKEA station, then bus 72 continues to Nea Michaniona.

What’s included

• Lunch prepared by the captain with souvlaki, Greek salad, grilled vegetables, fruit and bread.
• one bottle of local wine per four people.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• an English-speaking guide.
• all taxes, fees and handling charges.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 11:00Last departure this season: 3 Nov

Book up to11h before

AgesUp to age 90

GroupUp to 8

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Blue Foam Sailing Cruises

Is this one for you?Departing from Nea Michaniona harbor with no hotel pickup included, this cruise suits anyone staying in or near Thessaloniki without a car: the bus connection from the city center is straightforward, and the six-hour afternoon window fits a free day without eating into morning plans.

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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.

Can I bring my own snorkel gear, or do I need to rent it?

You can bring your own snorkel equipment. Rentals are not listed in the standard inclusions. Contact the operator before booking if you need to arrange gear.

Is the lunch included in the price, and are there options for dietary restrictions?

Lunch is included and prepared fresh by the captain: souvlaki (pork or chicken), pita, grilled vegetables, Greek salad, fruit salad, bread and local wine. One bottle of wine is shared among four people. Mention any dietary needs when you book so the captain can adjust the meal.

How do I get to Nea Michaniona harbor from central Thessaloniki without a car?

Take bus number 3 from the city center to IKEA station, then transfer to bus number 72, which goes to Nea Michaniona harbor. Arrive 20 minutes before the 11:00 departure.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my cruise?

All cruises can be modified or rescheduled due to weather. Contact the operator if conditions change. They will work with you on an alternative date or time.

Can I book this for just my group, or will there be other people on the boat?

The boat is semi-private and can carry up to eight passengers total. You may share it with other small groups, or you can charter it exclusively for your party. Ask about private charter pricing when you book.