Snorkeling Milos, Kimolos & Kleftiko: Private Boat

Snorkel Kleftiko's volcanic rocks, paddle Poliegos' turquoise bays, and enter Sikia Cave by boat in one day.

A full-day private boat snorkeling tour from Milos visits Kimolos, Poliegos and Kleftiko Bay with an experienced captain, snorkel gear, paddleboards and sea scooter included. The itinerary stops at Blue Bay's turquoise waters, Gerakas Beach for thermal-spring snorkeling, and Kleftiko's rock formations before entering Sikia Cave at day's end. Fresh local food, Greek wine and beer are served aboard. WiFi, windproof jackets and complimentary drone photos round out the day. An optional seaside lunch stop can be added at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Firopotamos Beach1h
2. Kleftiko Beach2h

Explore Three Greek Islands by Boat

• Visit Kimolos fishing villages
• Swim at Mersini beach, Poliegos
• Enjoy extended stop at Blue Bay
• See Sulfur Mines beach and old site
• Snorkel at Gerakas beach, Milos
• Access Tsigrado beach by boat
• Swim and explore Kleftiko rock formations
• Enter and swim at Sikia Cave

The experience

The boat leaves Milos and heads first to Kimolos, a small island with traditional fishing villages and the distinctive Elephant Rock formation. From there you move to Poliegos, a large uninhabited island where wild goats roam and volcanic rock formations rise from the water. The centerpiece is Blue Bay, where the sea turns turquoise-light blue and you get an extended stop to explore the seabed, swim through caves and simply sit with the landscape. The Sulfur Mines beach and its abandoned Old Sulfur Mines site offer striking photo moments before the boat turns back toward Milos.

Gerakas Beach is where the snorkeling truly opens up. The white sandy bottom has a leopard-like pattern, and on most days thermal springs bubble up through the water: a sensation you feel while finning over them. This beach is only reachable by boat, so you're not competing with land-based swimmers. Tsigrado Beach follows, known for its cave-lined coastline and the ladder that normally marks the only way down. Your boat delivers you straight to the water instead. Then comes Kleftiko, one of Greece's most photographed spots: massive volcanic rocks jut from the sea, and you snorkel through the formations where pirates once anchored their ships. The day ends at Sikia Cave, a vast cavern open to the sky where the roof has collapsed inward, leaving a small beach inside where you can swim.

The captain handles navigation and timing. You bring only your comfort level. Snorkel gear, paddleboards and a sea scooter are yours to use throughout the day. The boat carries WiFi, fresh towels, windproof jackets and a restroom. Food is freshly made with local vegetarian options, and Greek wine, beer and cocktails flow freely. A drone captures photos and a short video of the day at no extra cost. You choose your boat size at checkout (a 30ft, 36ft or 42ft vessel), and can add a seaside lunch stop if the day's rhythm calls for it.

What’s included

• Experienced captain.
• snorkel gear, paddleboards and sea scooter.
• fresh local food with vegetarian choices.
• Greek wine, beer and cocktails.
• WiFi and fresh towels.
• windproof jackets.
• restroom on board.
• complimentary drone photos and short video.
• fuel surcharge.

Options for this experience

3 options

30ft BoatUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · Available from 1 May 2027Lasting 8 hours, the "FREEDOM" is a 30ft RIB built in 2020, driven by twin 200hp engines for a smooth, efficient ride.

36ft BoatUp to 9 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · Available from 1 May 2027The "TRITON" runs for 8 hours. Measuring 36ft and launched in 2023, it has twin 350hp engines that offer better performance and comfort.

42ft YachtUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · Available from 1 May 2027The "TALOS" is an 8-hour yacht introduced in 2025. It features triple 350hp engines, a roomy cabin, and a windshield for comfort and luxury.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

Book up to4h before

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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic 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?A full day suits travelers who want to snorkel multiple spots without managing their own boat or navigation. The extended stops at Blue Bay and Kleftiko let you linger where the water and light are best, rather than racing through a fixed schedule, and the captain's knowledge of thermal springs and cave timing means you arrive at each site when it's most rewarding.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided 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's the snorkeling like at Gerakas Beach on Milos?

Gerakas Beach has a white sandy bottom with a distinctive leopard-like pattern and thermal springs that bubble up through the water most days, creating a unique sensation while you snorkel. The beach is only accessible by boat, so it stays quieter than land-based snorkeling spots.

Can I use a paddleboard and sea scooter on the same day?

Yes, both the paddleboard and sea scooter are included and available throughout the day. You can use whichever suits the moment: paddling in calm bays or using the scooter to cover more water at the stops where you want to explore farther.

What happens at Kleftiko Bay?

Kleftiko is a dramatic site of massive volcanic rocks rising from the sea where pirates once hid their ships. You snorkel through the rock formations in clear water and spend time photographing the landscape before the boat moves on to Sikia Cave.

How long do you spend at Blue Bay in Poliegos?

Blue Bay gets an extended stop so you can explore the seabed, swim through caves and take in the turquoise-light blue water without rushing. The exact time depends on the day's flow, but it's built as one of the main moments of the tour.

Is lunch included, or can I add it?

Fresh local food with vegetarian options is served aboard throughout the day, along with Greek wine, beer and cocktails. An optional seaside lunch stop at a specific location can be added at checkout if you prefer to eat ashore.

What size boat will I be on?

You choose at checkout between a 30ft boat, 36ft boat or 42ft yacht. All carry the same captain, snorkel gear, paddleboards, sea scooter and onboard amenities. The size option lets you pick the vessel that fits your group.