South Crete Snorkeling & Sailing from Agia Galini: Private Yacht

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Free cancellationExcellent quality

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Duration7h

GroupPrivate

LanguagesEN

PickupAt your hotel

Sailing, snorkeling in 40-meter visibility, lunch from local producers, and time to drift in the coves alone

A private sailing and snorkeling activity in South Crete departs from Agia Galini port on a large yacht with a professional crew, taking you to unvisited coves where you jump in with snorkel gear and see the seafloor clearly. The crew prepares lunch from fresh local ingredients while you're on the water, and the itinerary shifts with weather and your own pace—no fixed stops, no crowds. You choose between a half-day (4.5 hours) or full-day (7 hours) option, and pickup from your accommodation within 5km of Agia Galini is included.

The Experience

South Crete's southern coast holds the island's most solitary beaches, and the only way to reach the protected coves is by water. You board a large sailing yacht at Agia Galini port with a certified crew who handle the boat while you decide how to spend your time—snorkel in the coves, swim, or sit on deck. The crew introduces you to the basics of sailing if you're interested, but the day is yours to shape. With visibility over 40 meters, the water is so clear that snorkeling here feels like looking through glass; the seafloor and whatever moves across it are visible the whole time you're down.

Lunch happens on the boat from ingredients the crew sources locally and prepares fresh—marinated chicken skewers, a fish option, and a vegan choice, all with wine or soft drinks included. The meal is unhurried; there's no schedule pushing you back into the water. After lunch, if you want another dive or if you'd rather stay on deck, the crew sets sail again when you're ready. The route itself changes depending on weather and on where the day takes you, so no two trips follow the same path. Life jackets, snorkeling gear, and SUP boards are all on board; the crew holds a first aid certification and knows the history and myths of the places you pass.

Pickup from your accommodation is free if you're within 5km of Agia Galini port; the crew will contact you after booking to confirm the time and location. Transfers beyond that distance cost extra (starting at 10 EUR—contact the operator for your specific pickup point). The full-day option runs 7 hours; the half-day is 4.5 hours. Children can come (infants sit on an adult's lap), and the crew can accommodate dietary needs if you let them know when you book.

What’s included

Professional certified crew and sailing instruction.
life jackets and snorkeling equipment.
SUP boards.
unlimited mineral water, soft drinks, and wine.
fresh lunch prepared on board with marinated chicken, fish, and vegan options.
first aid certification on staff.
free pickup within 5km of Agia Galini port.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Altersail

Is this one for you?Book the full-day option if you want time to drift between coves and take a second snorkel without rushing back; the half-day works if you're fitting this into a shorter itinerary and still want the sailing and one long snorkel in clear water.