Great day, great meal and drinks! Very nice catamaran with great staff. Beautiful scenery. This was an excellent experience!





Sail with us along the magnificent Mirabello Gulf and be mesmerized by the thousand shades of blue of the Cretan Sea. Explore the most unique hidden bays of the gulf and savor on our exclusive menu prepared with the finest ingredients. Our journey begins from the Marina of Agios Nikolaos. As we start, after a short safety briefing, you can admire the beautiful coastline of Mirabello. About 1 hour later we arrive to our first swim stop in kolokytha bay where you can enjoy the famous turquoise waters and try snorkeling and SUP paddle boarding. After about 1 hour you will have the opportunity to enjoy our exclusive menu that includes Cretan appetizers, Shrimp Linguini or mushroom risotto and a platter of Mediterranean and tropical fruits. After, the boat will depart to sail around the iconic Spinalonga Island and you will get the opportunity to admire it from the sea which offers the most stunning view before setting sails to head back to the Marina after a day full of great memories.
Abandoned by its last inhabitant in 1962, Spinalonga is a monument of outstanding universal value, according to UNESCO. The World Heritage Convention describes the islet as “an important example of a seaward bastion-type fortress that portrays important phases of human history” and “a masterpiece of human ingenuity” that “demonstrates human values.” Spinalonga had a tumultuous history, starting with the 7th century when Arab raids depopulated the island. It remained uninhabited until the 16th century when the Venetians occupying Crete began extracting salt from seawater there.
Kolokytha (meaning “pumpkin”) is a small, unspoiled peninsula and beach area directly across the bay from Spinalonga Island, near Elounda in northeastern Crete. It’s known for its turquoise waters, quiet atmosphere, and excellent opportunities to explore marine life and natural beauty. The waters around Kolokytha and the greater Mirabello Gulf are remarkably clean and relatively sheltered, making them ideal for snorkeling and observing marine biodiversity.
The exact time of pick up is communicated one day before the cruise via email or what's app. The traveler bares the responsibility to be informed about their pick up time and be on time for their pick up. Pickup is provided from the following areas: Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, Istron, Kalo Chorio, Vathy and all areas between. The pick up might be up to 1 hour before the start of the cruise. We will contact you one day before your cruise for your exact pick up time. If you are not sure if your hotel is included in the areas mentioned above please contact us.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Agios Nikolaos: Kolokytha and Spinalonga Catamaran with Meal lasts about 5h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $116 per person for this Agios Nikolaos experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. The exact time of pick up is communicated one day before the cruise via email or what's app. The traveler bares the responsibility to be informed about their pick up time and be on time for their pick up. Pickup is provided from the following areas: Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, Istron, Kalo Chorio, Vathy and all areas between. The pick up might be up to 1 hour before the start of the cruise. We will contact you one day before your cruise for your exact pick up time. If you are not sure if your hotel is included in the areas mentioned above please contact us. Pickup points include Sun Village Hotel.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 13 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 45 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cretan Sailing Cruises.
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Great day, great meal and drinks! Very nice catamaran with great staff. Beautiful scenery. This was an excellent experience!
2nd year running that we have done this cruise. Didn't disappoint, love the small group, food was delicious, See you next year
It was a wonderful sailing trip. Beautiful scenery, plenty of spaces, great line of music, and delicious meals! The water is so clear that you can see all the way to the bottom without snorkeling gear! Tried finishing for the first time, which was a lot of fun! We got some good wind and got to do real sailing on the way back, which is super rare with these types of catamaran tours. Greatly appreciate the captain & the crew (sorry, I didn't catch your names) for their wonderful hospitality! :)
Exceptional moment Everything is perfect Congratulations
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We are very happy to know that everything was perfect and that you had such an exceptional experience with us. Your congratulations mean a lot to our entire team. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on board again!
The service and food were excellent, but the only downside was the wind between 3pm and 8.30pm, the boat swayed so much that the drinks didn't stay upright and the next day I felt terrible and had a headache. So I recommend a morning trip.
Thank you for your feedback and for your kind words about our service and food. We are sorry the sea conditions affected your comfort. Wind and sea conditions can vary considerably from one day to another and are unfortunately beyond our control. Our captain always operates according to the conditions and prioritizes safety throughout the cruise. We appreciate your recommendation and are glad that, despite the challenging conditions, you enjoyed the service and meal on board.
Wonderful ride up to Spinalonga. Snorkeling. Excellent food. Captain and assistant captain were super nice. I highly recommend this experience.
Thank you for your wonderful recommendation! We are so happy that you enjoyed the cruise to Spinalonga, the snorkeling and the delicious food on board. Your kind words about our captain and crew are greatly appreciated and will certainly be shared with them. Thank you for choosing to spend this special day at sea with us. We hope to welcome you aboard again on your next visit to Crete!
The staff is very helpful Plenty of food and drinks 2 beautiful places to go swimming. Comfortable catamaran. The captain is kind and discreet with his explanations.
Thank you, Theresa, for your lovely review! We are very happy that you enjoyed your catamaran cruise and the beautiful swimming spots around Kolokytha and Spinalonga. It is wonderful to hear that you appreciated the comfort of the catamaran, the generous food and drinks, and especially the friendly and attentive service from our crew and captain. Thank you for choosing to explore this beautiful part of Crete with us. We hope to welcome you on board again!
I booked the trip after researching for a chilled, kids free catamaran trip around Crete which took in some of the surrounding sights that including Spinalonga island. This trip, although more than expensive than others was perfect for my wife and I. The captain and no2 were very accommodating. The boat holds a maximum of 13 guests (our trip only had 10) so very peaceful, which the captain understood as limited narrative but when he did share some insight on the trip it was very informative. We had 5.5 hours through the morning and early afternoon, lovely lunch freshly prepared and plenty to drink (alcoholic and non). Great experience, would highly recommend.
Thank you for such a thoughtful review and recommendation! We are very happy that the experience offered exactly the relaxed and peaceful atmosphere you were looking for. Keeping our groups small allows guests to enjoy the beautiful surroundings in comfort while receiving attentive and personal service from the crew. It is wonderful to hear that you appreciated the captain’s approach, the information shared along the way, the freshly prepared lunch and the selection of drinks on board. Exploring the waters around Kolokytha and Spinalonga at a relaxed pace is a special way to experience this part of Crete. Thank you for choosing to sail with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you and your wife back on board in the future!
Sorry but I can’t agree with fellow travellers 5.0 reviews for this excursion as we were left pretty disappointed Boat was hard to find on the day Excursion appeared particularly rushed as operator makes two trips on the same day Captains announcements on the cruise we’re largely inaudible and food quantities shared amongst the group were relatively small and didn’t feel particularly welcomed or looked after by the boat staff. We have been on numerous catamaran boat trips throughout the Greek Islands and unfortunately this was by far the worst experience we have had to date. Fellow travellers please book with caution when considering this particular tour operator or you may be left some what disappointed
My family and i had a great time on board of this cruise! The fact that it was a small group feels very much like a private charter. Captain Lukas (apologies if misspelled) and his assistant (apologies for not remembering her name) made sure to make it very special time, some of the sites visited like Blue Lagoon and the dinner were outstanding and we cannot recommend this cruise enough! Thank you very much!!
Thank you for your wonderful review and recommendation! We are so happy that you and your family had such a memorable time with us. The small group atmosphere is designed to make the experience feel comfortable, personal and relaxed, so it is lovely to hear that it felt almost like a private charter. Your kind words about Captain Lukas and his assistant are greatly appreciated. We are also glad that the beautiful swimming spots, including the Blue Lagoon, and the dinner were highlights of your day. Thank you for choosing to sail with us and for recommending the experience so highly. We hope to welcome you and your family back on board for another special day at sea!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Agios Nikolaos: Kolokytha and Spinalonga Catamaran with Meal | 5h 30min | 4.9 (45) | $116 | |
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