Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves Glass Boat Tour

A 2,000-Year-Old Olive Tree & Five Beaches in One Afternoon

You board a glass-bottom boat at Porto Vromi and visit Shipwreck Beach, Maravelias Cave, the Blue Caves, and White Beach: all in one afternoon. Before the boat trip, you see a 2,000-year-old olive tree in Exo Chora village and taste local olive oil, honey, and wine. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the whole tour takes 5 to 6 hours, so you're back with time left in your day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Zakynthos coastal tour and local tasting

• Start at Mr. Rock Coffee and Snack
• Travel to Porto Vromi harbor
• Board glass-bottom boat at Porto Vromi
• Visit Navagio Shipwreck Beach
• Explore Maravelias Cave
• Visit Blue Caves
• Relax at Sfogio Beach
• Swim at White Beach
• Photo stop at Poseidon’s Face rock
• Return by mini bus to Exo Chora village
• See ancient olive tree in Exo Chora
• Taste local products at Petia’s Cosmetics

The experience

The boat leaves Porto Vromi with a glass bottom, so you're watching the seabed the moment you cast off. That's the setup for this half-day Zakynthos tour. You get the famous Shipwreck Beach and the Blue Caves, but you also get something most visitors miss: a stop at an ancient olive tree in Exo Chora village that's been standing for over two millennia, followed by local product tastings before you even board. The whole thing runs 5 to 6 hours with hotel pickup and drop-off included, which means you're not hunting for a harbor or negotiating with taxi drivers.

After pickup, the first stop is Mr. Rock Coffee and Snack on the eastern coast. A viewpoint where you can stretch, use the restroom, and grab a coffee if you want one before the boat trip. Then you're at Porto Vromi, a harbor ringed by limestone cliffs and clear water, where you board the glass-bottom boat. The Shipwreck Beach (Navagio) comes next: the MV Panagiotis wreck sits on white sand between towering cliffs, and you can swim in the turquoise water or just stand on the beach and photograph it. The light hits differently depending on the hour, and the wreck itself is weathered enough to feel real, not staged.

From there the boat takes you to Maravelias Cave, where stalactites hang above blue water and the light bounces off the stone in a way that makes the photos look unreal, but they're not. Then the Blue Caves themselves, where some openings are large enough to enter and the water is the color people always claim it is but rarely see. You'll also stop at Sfogio Beach and White Beach, where the pebbles are genuinely white and the water is clear enough that you can see the bottom. The final boat stop is Poseidon's Face, a rock formation that does look like a profile if you tilt your head, and it's a good place to take one last photo before heading back.

After the boat, you head inland to Exo Chora village and the 2,000-year-old olive tree. It's gnarled and massive, and standing next to it makes the timeline feel less abstract. Then comes the tasting at a local producer: olive oil, honey, wine, ouzo, tsipouro, and handmade organic products. It's not a long stop, but it's enough to taste what the island actually produces and understand why the olive tree mattered for two thousand years. Bottled water is included throughout, and the guide is with you the whole time. No lunch is included on this half-day tour, so eat before pickup or grab something at Mr. Rock if you need it.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• experienced guide for the full duration.
• glass-bottom boat tour of Shipwreck Beach, Maravelias Cave, Blue Caves, Sfogio Beach, and White Beach.
• visit to a 2,000-year-old olive tree in Exo Chora village.
• local product tasting including olive oil, honey, wine, ouzo, tsipouro, and handmade organic items.
• bottled water throughout the tour.
• liability insurance.

Options for this experience

3 options

Tour by Glass Bottom BoatGuide in English · 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00Pickup is not included: select this option only for the glass-bottom boat tour and make your own way to the harbour.

Speedboat tour for up to 11 guestsGuide in English · 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00Pickup is not included: choose this option for a semi-private speedboat tour for up to 11 people.

Shipwreck Tour, Above and BeyondGuide in English · 08:30Minibus and glass-bottom boat: includes hotel pickup and boat tour; features the shipwreck viewpoint, Shipwreck Beach, the Blue Caves and White Beach; 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, 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00

Book up toStart time

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

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight 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 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Happy Days Zante

Is this one for you?This tour works well if you want to see Zakynthos's most famous coastal spots without renting a car or arranging boat tickets separately: the fixed schedule and inclusions mean you're not piecing together a day from separate bookings. The 5–6 hour length fits a half-day itinerary, leaving your morning or evening free.

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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.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, experienced guide, local product tasting (olive oil, honey, wine, ouzo, and handmade items), bottled water, and liability insurance. Lunch is not included.

How long is the tour?

5 to 6 hours total, including hotel pickup and drop-off.

Can you swim at the beaches?

Yes. You can swim at Shipwreck Beach, Sfogio Beach, and White Beach during the tour.

Is the boat suitable for people who get seasick?

The glass-bottom boat operates in the sheltered waters around Zakynthos's coastline. If you're prone to seasickness, mention it when you book so the operator can advise on timing and conditions.

What should I bring?

Swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera. Bottled water is provided. Wear shoes you can slip off easily for the boat.

Are infants allowed?

Yes, infants can join the tour but must sit on an adult's lap throughout.

Is this tour suitable for people with limited mobility?

The tour involves boarding a boat and walking on beaches and in a village. If you have mobility concerns, contact the operator before booking to discuss what the stops involve.

Do I need to know how to swim?

No. You can enjoy the beaches and caves without swimming. The boat stops allow you to stay on board or enter the water as you choose.

What time does the tour start?

Hotel pickup times vary depending on where you're staying. Confirm your pickup time when you book.

Is there a restroom on the boat?

There's a restroom stop at Mr. Rock before the boat departs. The boat itself does not have a restroom, so use facilities before boarding.