Round of Milos and Poliegos Sailing boat snorkelling cruise
Description
Set sail for a day and enjoy an unforgettable experience at sea circumnavigating Milos, passing by its highlights, and visiting Poliegos and its fantastic waters. Travel in comfort on a large 47-foot sailing boat with a maximum of 12 passengers. Take in a fun, relaxing atmosphere with a day of sightseeing, great food and drinks, swimming, snorkeling, exploring caves, sunbathing or just relaxing and having a drink in the boat's shade. Undoubtedly a day to remember!
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Itinerary
Cape Vani, the abandoned manganese and iron mine.The old mine used in the 19th century is a huge and deep opening at the edge of the cape, by the sea, surrounded by rocks vertically cut, with horizontal layers in black and ruby red color. Our crew will tell you the story of this historical landmark as you take photos of this breathtaking landscape. Read more about Around Milos and Poliegos Catamaran Cruise - https://www.viator.com/tours/Milos/Around-Milos-and-Poliegos-catamaran-cruise/d22323-32830P4?mcid=56757
Kalogries is an inaccessible bay on the West side of Milos with crystal-clear turquoise waters, and two small beaches on the north and east side of the bay. It is considered one of Milos finest. Our stay here will last 30-minutes enough time to dive of the boat, swim and snorkel and have some snacks and drinks.
Kleftiko is the highlight of Milos. The name actually means a place of thieves and derives from the fact that it was used for centuries by pirates as a hideout and lair. Apart from its’ pirate history, this unique combination of white and grey rocks creates one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Snorkeling here is an amazing experience complete with underwater passages, caves, and unsurpassed water clarity. You will be provided with masks, flippers, and a few tips about how to best explore this unique place. Our crew will be using our GoPro camera to take photos (some even underwater) during our stay here. This set of photos will be later sent to you by email.
Gerakas is one of the most famous beaches in Milos, accessible only by boat. This unique landscape is formed by huge perlite sand slides creating a pristine beach with amazing crystal-clear emerald waters. A must-see on the island. Here we will spend about one-and-a-half hours to swim and enjoy our lunch.
The old Sulfur Mines are located in the southeast part of Milos. These are the oldest mines in Milos, dating back to 1856, which closed down and were abandoned in 1956. This is a remote place best seen by boat.
Poliegos is the largest uninhabited island in Greece. Our main stop on this amazing island is the area of Galazia nera, or blue waters. The transparency and fluorescent color of the sea are beyond words making this one of the best beaches in the whole of Greece! Here we will stay for about 30 minutes to enjoy our swim, snorkel or try stand-up paddling and then have some snacks and drinks.
Klima was the first Capital of Milos and where the statue of Venus de Milo was discovered. While you take beautiful photos of the colorful fishing village you can also learn some historical facts about the island, as a part of our guided tour.
Literally translating to seagull islands this is a very rare geological phaenomenon encountered only in a small number of countries around the world. They were made by lava which under great formed hexagonal tubes.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Route Details & Safety Your safety is our top priority. The skipper may adjust the route due to adverse weather or unforeseen circumstances. We also reserve the right to adjust departure and arrival times by up to 2 hours to ensure a safe journey and avoid bad weather or other force-majeure events. Strong North Wind • We sail to the southern part of Milos and avoid the north. • Meeting point and time remain the same unless you receive alternative details. • We may use the tender RIB for embarkation and disembarkation. Strong South Wind • We avoid the west and southern part of Milos. Instead, the most likely route will focus on the northern side of Milos, as well as the nearby islands of Kimolos and Poliegos. • Meeting point and time remain the same unless you receive alternative details. • We may use the tender RIB for embarkation and disembarkation.
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility impedements
Reviews(311)
George, Maria, and Pascal were the best boat guides we could have asked for. Very laid back and beautiful. This has been the best day of our 12 day Greece trip, by far! The boat was full but did not feel overly crowded. My 3 friends and I would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking!
I would recommend this cruise to everyone. Seeing Milos from the water is amazing and special highlights were the Blue Lagoon on Poliegos and Kleftiko Caves. Kleftiko can only be visited by boat and it was spectacular swimming through the caves. Polco Sailing was the absolute best. Not every cruise goes to the Blue Lagoon. The communication prior to the cruise was great, the food on board was tasty and catered for differing food requirements. The little traditional starters on toast were a lovely authentic touch. But the best part was George and his crew. They were so friendly and accomodating. George jumped in with us and took underwater photos which were made available after the cruise at no extra cost. They played a few Aussie songs for us on the way back to port. It was just a magnificent day with a wonderful crew and nice passengers. I highly recommend. Especially after doing a cruise a few days later on Santorini where the crew was rude and yelled every time we tried to swim more than a few metres from the boat. Go with Polco.
So worth it!!! Where so start? The whole experience was incredible. I took my teenage daughters and it was, by far, our favorite day. Each place we visited was more breathtaking than the next. We were only 12 guests and I was so happy for that as I saw similarly sized sailboats with 25-30 people! We had room to spread out and get comfortable. Tomas and Milo were the best. Tomas was funny and knowledgeable about the island and its history. Milo made incredible food and was able to cater to my picky vegetarian daughter. If you are visiting Milo’s and have the time I highly recommend it!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that the cruise was your favorite day in Milos, especially as a special experience to share with your daughters. Tomas and Milo will love reading your words! We’re glad you enjoyed the small-group atmosphere, the stories about Milos, and of course Milo’s cooking, especially your daughter! 😄 Thank you for spending the day with us and for recommending Polco. We hope to welcome you all back one day! ⛵💙
We had an absolutely unforgettable trip with Polco Sailing! Captain Thomas and Skipper Nikos made the entire experience seamless, safe and incredibly fun. Their deep knowledge of the waters, warm hospitality and professionalism stood out from start to finish. Whether they were guiding us through beautiful spots or making sure we were comfortable on board, Thomas and Nikos truly went above and beyond. This sail was the absolute highlight of our time in Milos! I cannot recommend Polco Sailing enough! Five stars all around!!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that your cruise was one of the highlights of your time in Milos. Thomas and Nikos will be delighted to hear your kind words, they really do love sharing the beauty of Milos and making everyone feel at home on board. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another sailing adventure someday! ⛵💙
Professional and empathetic crew. Excellent cuisine on board!
We had a fantastic day, highlight of our holiday. The boat was great, the other passengers were lovely and Ale, Yanis and Flora were the most lovely hosts. They knew so much about the island and were available throughout the trip to share their knowledge and offer drinks! We loved all the stops, Milos is a really beautiful island. The paddle boarding and snorkeling was really enjoyable. 100% recommend
Amazing experience from start to finish! The catamaran was beautiful, the trip was perfectly organized, and the crew (George , Paschalis and Maria) were fantastic. Everyone was so friendly, professional, and made us feel welcome throughout the day. Thank you for an unforgettable experience—we highly recommend it!
Our round trip was absolutely magical! ✨ You simply cannot leave Milos without having this unique experience! Thomas and Nicos were amazing! They were incredibly kind, attentive, funny and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the whole trip. We had so much fun, with great music, lots of laughter and an amazing atmosphere! There was plenty of food and everything was delicious. We also had the chance to taste some typical Greek dishes, which made the experience even more special. Nothing was missing – everything was just perfect from beginning to end. An unforgettable day and definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Milos. ❤️ Highly recommended! ⛵️🇬🇷
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear your cruise was one of the highlights of your trip to Milos. Thomas and Nikos will be delighted to know they helped make your day so special. Thank you for your kind recommendation. It was a pleasure having you on board, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable day at sea!
The day was extraordinary, aboard the sailboat steered by Thomas and Nicolas, our wonderful guides. We highly recommend this unique experience, which allows you to discover the most beautiful landscapes of Milos. A big thank you again to Thomas and Nicolas for making this day so beautiful!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had such an unforgettable day with us. Thomas and Nicolas will be delighted to know they helped make your experience so special. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed discovering the beautiful landscapes of Milos, and we're truly grateful for your recommendation. Thank you for choosing Polco Sailing. We hope to welcome you back on board for another unforgettable day in the future!
Great tour and the crew was very attentive. They made the trip really fun (Flora, Ale and…”the captain” (I don’t remember his name). We recommend it!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear you had such a great experience and that Flora, Ale, and captain Yiannis made the trip so much fun. We'll be sure to share your kind words with the crew. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Milos again soon!
