Day/Sunset Experience the magic of sailing through Santorini’s legendary caldera on a private catamaran cruise. Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Beach, soak in the volcanic Hot Springs, and savor an authentic Greek feast onboard, paired with unlimited Santorini wine and meal on board. Relax under the Aegean sun, feel the sea breeze, and discover hidden gems only accessible by boat. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this journey promises an unforgettable blend of adventure and indulgence.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Of the most beautiful beaches of the island. You can swim in the crystal clear waters and take lots of pictures
You can snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the white beach and relax and take lots of photos as well.
You will see the imposing lighthouse at the corner of the island from the sea.
You will stop at the northern part of the volcano, there you can see the volcano up close, while the boat crew will guide you through the history of the volcano,
In hot springs it is a good idea to swim. While the boat crew will prepare your meal and Greek appetizers, accompanied by local white wine and beverages
The driver will look for you with your reservation information and the first and last name of the reservation and will also wait for you at the reception of your hotel to pick you up.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Santorini Catamaran Cruise – 5-Hour Private Sailing Experience lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $600 per person for this Santorini experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. The driver will look for you with your reservation information and the first and last name of the reservation and will also wait for you at the reception of your hotel to pick you up. Pickup points include Sophia Boutique Hotel.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 52 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Santorini 24hr.
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We had the nicest day with Ellie and Thomas as amazing hosts. Ellies food was great, lovely having a traditional meal cooked while we were swimming. Hot springs were so warm, worth having a swim all the way into the cove as it gets warmer the further you go. Thomas was very knowledgeable about the island, both very friendly. The sunset was beautiful, it really was all we had hoped for
Ellie and Thomas and their boat was wonderful! They took us to all the coolest spots and Ellie made a wonderful homemade lunch. 10/10
Thank you so much for the amazing 10/10 review! We’re thrilled that you had such a wonderful time exploring Santorini with Ellie and Thomas. They truly love creating special moments for our guests, and Ellie’s homemade lunch is always prepared with lots of care. We’ll make sure they see your lovely words. Hope to have you back on board one day!
An Unforgettable Experience — The Highlight of Our Santorini Trip! I booked this catamaran cruise as a surprise for my wife, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable experiences of our entire trip to Greece. The husband-and-wife crew are absolutely wonderful. From the moment we met them, you could see the genuine love they have for each other, for sailing, and for sharing their beautiful island with their guests. Their warmth and hospitality made us feel less like customers and more like friends they had invited aboard for the day. They also went above and beyond to help make the surprise for my wife extra special. They helped arrange beautiful roses for her and prepared a delightful homemade dessert to celebrate the occasion. Seeing how much effort and thought they put into making the day special for us meant more than I can say. The entire cruise was laid-back, relaxing, and never felt rushed. We were able to enjoy the incredible Santorini scenery, swim, relax, and just take everything in at our own pace. And the food! The home-cooked meal was absolutely delicious. Everything tasted fresh and was prepared with genuine care. Sitting on the catamaran in Santorini enjoying a homemade meal prepared by our hosts was one of those moments you just don’t forget. There are plenty of catamaran tours to choose from in Santorini, but what sets this one apart is the people. The personal attention, kindness, amazing food, and genuine hospitality made this so much more than just a boat tour. If you’re looking for a big, crowded party boat, this probably isn’t what you’re after. But if you want something personal, relaxed, romantic, and authentic with two wonderful people who truly care about giving you an unforgettable experience, this is the cruise to book. Thank you both for helping me give my wife such a special surprise and for giving us a memory we’ll cherish forever. Thank you Thomas and Elli for the genuine love. Absolutely 5 stars. We would do it again in a heartbeat!
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for taking the time to write such a beautiful and heartfelt review. Reading your words truly means so much to all of us. Knowing that this cruise became one of the highlights of your trip to Greece — and that Thomas and Elli were able to help make the surprise for your wife even more special — is exactly what we hope our guests will take away from their time with us: not simply a cruise, but a beautiful memory. Thank you for noticing all the little details, from the roses and homemade dessert to the food, the hospitality and the care that Thomas and Elli put into every experience. We will make sure they read every word of your wonderful review. It was an absolute pleasure having you both on board, and we would be truly happy to welcome you back to Santorini one day. Until then, we hope this special memory stays with you for many years to come.
We were picked up in very comfortable private transportation from our hotel in Oia and taken to the port on the other side of the island. At the port we met Ellie and Thomas where they welcomed us on their catamaran and told us what to expect for the day. The day was better than we could have imagined. We stopped to view various locations on the island (red beach, white beach etc) and Ellie gave us a nice explanation of them all. We then stopped to swim at their “private” beach location and ate a fabulous home cooked lunch made by Ellie. My husband and I loved the food! Ellie and Thomas were so welcoming the entire time and even took plenty of photos and videos of us throughout the trip. We ended the trip with another swimming session around other boats and watched the sunset. It was a spectacular day and well worth the money for a private boat experience! We highly recommend this tour!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful and detailed review of your experience! We’re delighted to hear that your day with Ellie and Thomas was even better than you imagined. From the private transfer and the beautiful stops around Santorini to the swimming, Ellie’s homemade lunch and the sunset, we’re so happy that you enjoyed every part of your cruise. Ellie and Thomas put so much care into making each trip feel personal, relaxed and special, so your kind words will mean a lot to them. Thank you also for recommending us and for saying that the private experience was well worth it — that truly means a lot to our entire team. We hope the photos, videos and memories from your day in Santorini stay with you for a very long time. We would love to welcome you both back on board someday!
We were picked up in very comfortable private transportation from our hotel in Oia and taken to the port on the other side of the island. At the port we met Ellie and Thomas where they welcomed us on their catamaran and told us what to expect for the day. The day was better than we could have imagined. We stopped to view various locations on the island (red beach, white beach etc) and Ellie gave us a nice explanation of them all. We then stopped to swim at their “private” beach location and ate a fabulous home cooked lunch made by Ellie. My husband and I loved the food! Ellie and Thomas were so welcoming the entire time and even took plenty of photos and videos of us throughout the trip. We ended the trip with another swimming session around other boats and watched the sunset. It was a spectacular day and well worth the money for a private boat experience! We highly recommend this tour!
What a pleasure to read that the day turned out even better than you had imagined! Thank you for sharing your experience in such lovely detail. It sounds like you truly embraced every part of the day — discovering Santorini from the sea, swimming in beautiful spots, enjoying Ellie’s homemade lunch and finishing it all with the sunset. We especially love that Ellie and Thomas captured photos and videos for you along the way, so you can take a little piece of that day home with you. Thank you for choosing a private experience with us and, most of all, for your wonderful recommendation. We hope those Santorini memories bring a smile to both of you for many years to come!
Perfect experience for private 4 hour sunset catamaran tour from Vlychada beach in the south of Santorini. Arranged through master organizer Markella. She also picked us up from our hotel and delivered us to the “crew”- husband and wife team Thomas and Eleftheria (Elli). Thomas is the captain of the ship, and Eleftheria is the captain of everything else, including Thomas! We had a terrific few hours, with great hospitality from Eleftheria and excellent skippering and information from Thomas. I would add that we went to the additional expense of booking a private tour rather than spots on a shared tour, and felt rewarded with Thomas and Eleftheria- they make it feel like a special, family moment as it is clear that they love both the place (ask Eleftheria about her “pets”) and hosting people. It all felt special and went without a hitch. Great experience.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was truly my pleasure to organize your private sunset cruise and to personally be part of the beginning of your experience. I’m especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed your time with Thomas and Eleftheria. You described them perfectly — they have a very special way of making guests feel less like passengers and more like friends or family sharing a beautiful day in Santorini. And your comment about Eleftheria being “the captain of everything else, including Thomas” definitely made us smile! Thank you for trusting me to arrange this experience for you and for choosing the private cruise. Knowing that you felt it was worth the extra expense and that everything felt personal, authentic and effortless means a great deal to me and to all of us. It was a pleasure having you with us, and I hope we have the chance to welcome you back to Santorini one day! Warmest wishes, Markella
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an amazing private boat trip from start to finish! Everything was perfectly organized, and the experience felt really special. We stopped three times to swim in beautiful, crystal-clear water, and each stop was even better than the last. The food on board was absolutely delicious—fresh, plentiful, and one of the highlights of the day. The cabin crew were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout the trip. Their kindness and professionalism made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you’re looking for a relaxing, fun, and memorable day on the water, I can’t recommend this trip enough. It was worth every penny, and we’d definitely book again!
It’s wonderful to know that every part of your day, from the first swim to the last, made the experience so memorable! Thank you for sharing such kind words about the organization, the food and the care you received on board. Creating a day where our guests can simply relax, enjoy the sea and feel completely looked after is exactly what we aim for. Hearing that you felt the experience was worth every penny — and that you would choose to do it all over again — is one of the best compliments we could receive. Thank you for choosing us for your day in Santorini and for such a generous recommendation. We truly appreciate it!
We had an absolutely fantastic boat experience! Markella was our contact at reception, Vaso handled the transfers, and Thomas and Elli were the couple who looked after us on board — a truly wonderful, warm pair who genuinely cared that we had a great time. The food was delicious and homemade, and the whole excursion felt fresh and lovely from start to finish. The boat was in excellent condition, and it was clear Thomas and Elli love what they do. Its lower profile is what makes it unique, you sit much closer to the water than on any other catamaran in the harbor, which was a real delight. They only do private tours, which we warmly recommend. They went the extra mile for us and were always present, attentive, and honest. My husband and I can’t recommend reaching out to them enough.
Reviews like this make our whole team smile — thank you! From my first contact with you, to Vaso taking care of your transfers, and finally Thomas and Elli welcoming you on board, it was a real pleasure to be part of your day in Santorini. We especially loved reading that you noticed what makes this boat and this experience a little different — being so close to the water, the intimate private setting, and above all, the genuine care Thomas and Elli put into every moment on board. Thank you for trusting us, for appreciating all the little details, and for recommending the experience so warmly. Your words are a wonderful reward for all of us. Warm wishes from Santorini, Markella & the team
We had a wonderful sunset cruise with Thomas and Elli. We were picked up from our hotel and brought straight to the port to begin our boat cruise. They offered unlimited soft drinks, wine and beer along with a fresh home cooked meal by Elli. She made tuna orzo, Greek salad and a sausage dish, with some bread on the side and it was all absolutely delicious. 12/10 food, WOW! They took us to view the different beaches on the island and offered photos at each spot for us. We got to snorkel at two different locations and then watch the sunset from the sea. It was one of our favourite experiences in Santorini! They were both so friendly and made us feel right at home! We would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a unique private experience! Thanks Thomas and Ellie!
12/10 for Elli’s cooking — we absolutely love this! 😊 Thank you for sharing such a beautiful review of your sunset cruise. From swimming and snorkeling to discovering Santorini’s coastline and watching the sunset from the sea, we’re so happy that this became one of your favourite experiences on the island. And of course, Elli will be especially proud to know how much you enjoyed her homemade meal! Thomas and Elli always want their guests to feel comfortable and at home on board, so reading your words means a lot to them and to all of us. Thank you for choosing us and for recommending this private experience so warmly. We hope you took home some wonderful memories of Santorini!
The most amazing stunning tour and fantastic dream team of husband and wife that I could listen to their love story , all over again . Thank you for your hospitality xx
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