Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves Boat Tour

One day on land, then the water changes everything

You spend the morning exploring Zakynthos by road (viewpoints, beaches, a natural spa), then board a boat for the Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves, with time to swim and photograph. A restaurant stop and wine tasting round out the afternoon before hotel return. Small groups, experienced guide, pickup included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Zakynthos land and sea highlights

• Photo stop with Zakynthos panoramic view
• Stop for coffee and east coast views
• Visit Xigia Natural Spa Beach
• Relax at Makris Gialos Beach
• View Shipwreck Beach from viewpoint
• Visit charming harbour for boat trip
• Boat trip to Shipwreck Beach
• Explore Blue Caves by boat
• Visit sea cave with stalactites
• Swim at secluded White Beach
• Stop at hidden pebble beach
• See Poseidon's Face rock formation
• Enjoy scenic restaurant stop
• Visit ancient olive tree
• Wine, olive oil, and food tasting

The experience

You start the morning driving through Zakynthos town, stopping at viewpoints where the whole island spreads below you: the south and east coasts, the bays, the cliffs you'll see from the water later. It's the kind of view that makes you understand why you came. Your guide points out the geography, the villages, the way the light hits the limestone. Then you move down the coast, past Xigia Natural Spa Beach with its sulfur-infused waters, and Makris Gialos with its golden sand and pine trees, and you're still on solid ground. Coffee stop somewhere with views of the east coast. It all feels calm, almost ordinary.

Then you reach the harbor and board the boat. The Shipwreck Beach tour on Zakynthos happens by water, and that's when the scale shifts. The cliffs rise up in front of you: dramatic, turquoise water below, the actual shipwreck still wedged on the sand where it's been for decades. You get time to photograph it, to sit with it. The boat moves on to the Blue Caves, and the water inside them is so clear and so blue that it doesn't look real at first. Your guide navigates into the smaller caves, points out the stalactites, lets you swim if you want. White Beach comes next: white pebbles, water so transparent you can see the bottom, barely anyone there. The whole boat trip takes a few hours, and it's the centerpiece of the day.

After you're back on land, there's a scenic restaurant stop with views and local food, then a visit to a 2,000-year-old olive tree: gnarled, massive, the kind of thing that makes you quiet. The tour ends with wine, olive oil, and local product tasting, which sounds like it could be rushed but isn't. You're tasting things made here, understanding how they're made, and by then you've been moving for most of the day so it lands differently than it would at the start. The minibus brings you back to your hotel as the light goes gold.

What’s included

• Experienced driver and guide.
• door-to-door hotel pickup and return.
• boat trip to Shipwreck Beach, Blue Caves, and White Beach.
• restaurant stop with local food.
• visit to the ancient 2,000-year-old olive tree.
• wine, olive oil, and local product tasting.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• small minibus with up to 11 guests.

Options for this experience

2 options

Mini Group TourGuide in English · 08:30 and 10:30Semi-private tour for up to 8 travellers, including a knowledgeable guide and transport in a brand-new car. Pickup is included.

Private VIP tour experienceGuide in English · 08:30 and 10:30Luxurious executive transport offering premium comfort and spacious interiors for a smooth, first-class VIP ride. Duration: 6 hours, giving you a flexible tour where you can explore at your own pace and adjust to your interests and schedule with ease. Top-tier service excellence: exceptional comfort with first-rate service, personalised support, exclusive amenities and luxury for unforgettable moments. Customisable and flexible option: maximise your travel time with tailored itineraries, seamless logistics and priority access, creating memorable moments. Pickup is included.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 10:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 11

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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.

Paid on site€ 50

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Happy Days Zante

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the main Zakynthos attractions (the famous beaches and caves) without arranging your own boat, timing the stops, or navigating the island roads. The mix of driving and water time means you see both the land and the sea in one day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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.

How long is the boat part of the Zakynthos tour?

The boat trip to Shipwreck Beach, Blue Caves, and White Beach takes a few hours in the middle of the day. The full tour runs around 8 hours from pickup to return.

Can you swim in the Blue Caves?

Yes, you can swim in the Blue Caves and at White Beach during the boat portion of the tour.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, door-to-door pickup is included. The minibus collects you from your accommodation and returns you at the end of the day.

What's included in the wine and olive oil tasting?

The tasting features local wine, olive oil, and other regional products made on Zakynthos, offered at the end of the tour.

How many people go on this tour?

Groups are small, up to 11 guests maximum, traveling together in a minibus.

Is the tour suitable if I'm not very fit?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Most of the day involves sitting (in the minibus, on the boat, at stops) with short walks at viewpoints and beaches.

What if I have an infant?

Specialized infant seats are available on request.

What should I bring for the boat part?

Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a hat. Bottled water is provided throughout the day.