Explore Rina's Cave and Koufonisia Cruise From Naxos
Description
Rina's Cave and Koufonisia are the perfect destinations for swimming , fun and relax! We ll sail along Naxos West coast and in approx 1,5h we ll reach Rina 's Cave. We ll stop there for 1 hour where you can swim in the cave ,dive from above if you are adventurous enough,step at the nearby pebble beach with the unique water spring is located.It s a magnificent place approachable only by sea! Next stop will be Kato Koufonisi and we ll have a splendid bbq lunch break wih a variety of delicacies ,home made by local naxian products and plenty of options for vegeterians/vegans accompanied with local wine, water and soft drinks. Next stop will be Ano Koufonissi for a 2hour stop,where you ll be free on your own to stroll in the village,swim at the nearby beaches or get at low cost a sea taxi to take you for a brief visit to other beaches. We 'll depart at approx 17.15 and we ll be back at Agia Anna s port at 19:00
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Rina Cave is located by an unspoiled beach with exotic green waters, in the Kalandos area, on the island’s southern coast. The cave, which lies to the right side of the beach, features some bird nests while a spring offering fresh water lies to the left-hand side of the cave.
The scenery here is magical! The unreal turquoise waters, the golden sand and the calm ambience combined with the Cycladic architecture create a true wonder. The paradise island!
Αno Koufonisi is the smallest inhabited island in the Cyclades. Delve into its captivating history, with sea caves where it is rumored to have once provided refuge for daring pirates. This cherished alternative destination enchants with its mesmerizing beaches, inviting you to soak up the sun’s warmth and surrender to the island’s undeniable charm.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The route might change depending on weather conditions
Reviews(12)
A very long day sailing. The boat was hugely overcrowded, the snorkel masks were ALL broken and nobody cared. Average lunch. 3 hours on Koufanisia which was beautiful but most of the little shops were closed. The water was stunning, the cave was cool but the boat and the hours travelling made for an exhausting day.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear that your cruise did not meet expectations. It’s disappointing that the boat was overcrowded, the snorkel equipment was unusable, and the long travel made the day exhausting. We appreciate your comments and will share them with the operator to help improve the experience for future guests. MTM Customer Support
What a wonderful experience and day! The boat trip was beautiful (go early to grab a cushion on the boat front to get sun) to the cave and island. The crew was friendly, helpful, and the lunch was delicious!!! They provide swim noodles and snorkel items at the cave and swim spot to use if you’d like. This was a very nice day. Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Explore Rina’s Cave and Koufonisia Cruise from Naxos, from the beautiful boat trip to the friendly crew and delicious lunch. It’s great to know that the snorkeling and swim amenities added to your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! MTM Customer Care
Good: the BBQ was tasty and there was plenty. The staff was very kind. There was plenty of wine and water to drink which were included in the ticket. Should be noted: We spent a long time swimming at a random spot and then 3 hours on an island and then a very slow boat ride to, from, and in-between. This left only 30ish minutes for the cave which was the reason I booked the tour. The bathrooms were a mess as well.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the BBQ, drinks, and the kindness of our staff. We appreciate your comments regarding the timing of stops, the cave visit, and the onboard facilities, and we’ll be sure to share this with the team to help improve future experiences. Thank you for taking the time to let us know. — MTM Travel & Tourism
What a great day! Our hosts were fun. The food was tasty. The water in Koufinisi was amazing. If you can make the time do it!
"Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted you enjoyed the hosts, the food, and the beautiful waters of Koufinisi. We hope to welcome you again soon! — MTM Travel & Tourism"
Everything was perfect. Crew on board was fantastic. Food has been amazing and in good quantity. Complete with a double snack (watermelon and cake) during our journey back. The best of the best on Mikros Kosmos. A pleasure trip with typical songs and no loud or annoying music.
Thrilled you had the best experience on Mikros Kosmos! Fantastic food, a wonderful crew, and authentic tunes made your trip truly memorable. — MTM Travel and Tourism
I wrote to Tripadvisor and Viator, but no reply , so I leave a review hoping to take this message into account. I booked on your website this excursion for Sunday 06 July 2025 on 12 June for an amount of 150 € for two ( 2 x 75 € ) and I was collected the next day. I haven't received any confirmation, let alone electronic tickets. At 10 days, I don't know...... I booked 4 more between 30 June and 08 July and I did not encounter any problem. Waiting for your reply Mr Boillet Giovanni Tef 06 72 45 35 69 Mail: giovanni.boillet@wanadoo.fr
Boat is beautiful. Food is excellent and plentiful. Our captain and crew were delightful. All three locations we went to were true highlights we would recommend everyone visit… if you want to bask in the bluest of clear waters. Bring a towel and waterproof shoes. Winds are high and the salt water spiky at times but the view from the front is incredible!
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the boat, delicious food, wonderful crew, and stunning waters. — MTM Travel and Tourism
Rhina’s cave is unforgettable. The clear blue water is absolutely gorgeous. The food was simple but delicious. Do not expect any fancy service. Two notes. 1) We spent 1h at the cave and 2h30 at Koufonisia. The remaining 5-6h was traveling. 2) Communication with the crew was not the strong side. No safety instructions were given and no briefing of the ride. We received no tips on what to do while in Koufonisia. When anchoring by Rhina’s cave, the crew started yelling at us to sit down. We only understood that we could stand up again when we saw Greek tourists jumping in the water.
The best part of the tour was swimming in the Rina cave. We stayed there maybe an hour. Lunch was served there. The food selection was very average with pork skewers and a sausage dish in tomato sauce of sorts. There was a selection of pasta and green salad with fried potatoes. It was just ok. Then we went to Koufonisia. It was a small village with a nice beach and lovely crystal waters. We were there for 3 hours which was way too long. It was a nice experience but nothing to rave about.
The boat was very comfortable with many options for shade and sun loungers. Sailing to Rina Cave and to Koufonisia was scenic and beautiful. Lunch on the boat was pretty good. Stop at Koufonisia was enjoyable for the pretty beach but there was no option for shade and we had to rent beach chairs and umbrella for 15 euros per person. There is nothing to do in the port, was dropped off there for 3.5 hours which was too long. Had to provide our own transportation to and from Agia Anna port. Told to be there at 9am and finished at 7pm. Long day for us.
