Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise, Santorini

4.4 (27 reviews)
Witness the Santorini sunset from a luxury catamaran, stopping at island beaches for snorkeling, swimming, and a barbecue dinner.
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Emily
Emily S.
Jul 13, 2026
A little chaotic when checking in for the cruise as several boats go out at once. Plus you have to wait in the hot sun. But... Read more
Marsha
Marsha E.
Jun 06, 2026
So wonderful to be out on the water, in the Caldera. Loved the numerous stops and the opportunity to snorkel. The food was amazing and the... Read more
Janet
Janet C.
Oct 04, 2025
Great boat! Fun staff! Nice guests who all did their own thing (which we loved!)
J
jo d.
Aug 31, 2025
This was terrific. We made 3 snorkel stops. There were only 24 of us on the catamaran, plenty of space to find a spot you like.... Read more
Nicole
Nicole T.
Aug 22, 2025
The Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise was wonderful. We had a great crew and pilot. It definitely made the experience amazing.
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Overview

Explore Santorini's western coast and take in dramatic views of its caldera with this half-day sunset catamaran cruise. Your skipper will drop anchor at prime beachy spots like Mesa Pigadia and Red Beach for swimming and snorkeling, and you'll even have the chance to take a dip in the therapeutic waters of the island's hot springs. After a delicious Greek barbecue dinner onboard, nab a prime spot on the sundeck and enjoy the sunset views with a drink from the open bar as you cruise back to port.

Highlights

  • Sail along the island's dramatic caldera on a luxury catamaran
  • Swim in island hot springs and snorkel off volcanic beaches
  • Capture stunning photographic moments at Indian Rock and the Akrotiri Lighthouse
  • Enjoy an onboard barbecue with traditional local dishes and drinks
  • Cap off the day of sun and sea with a famous Santorini sunset as you sail back to port

Know before you go

Duration
6h
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Group tour, 22 people or less
Food & Drink
Dinner Included. Souvlaki barbecue and open bar with vegetarian and vegan options available.

What you'll do

Your five-hour adventure on the Aegean starts with a pick-up from your hotel or at a local meeting spot. Transfer to the small port of Ammoudi Bay, just below Oia, and meet your captain, crew, and the rest of your group as you board your luxury catamaran. After a quick briefing, you'll chart a course south, making your first stop at the tiny volcanic islet of Palea Kameni, famous for its hot springs. You'll have 30 minutes to swim and soak in the healing waters before continuing the journey south. 

As you cruise the dazzling Aegean waters, keep your camera close to capture iconic coastal beauty spots like Indian Rock and the Akrotiri Lighthouse. Your next stop is for swimming and snorkeling off the cliffs of White Beach and the neighboring black volcanic pebbles of Mesa Pigadia. Here, you'll have an hour to explore as your crew prepares a delicious Greek-style barbecue lunch of souvlaki, salads, and sides accompanied by Santorini wines.

Your final stop is off the island's famous Red Beach, where you can swim and admire the rugged red cliffs formed by ancient lava flow. Then, it's time to grab a spot on the sundeck, sip a cold drink, and watch the sun dip into the Aegean Sea as you cruise back to Ammoudi Bay.

Start times

  • Daily
    3:00 pm

What's included

  • Complimentary round-trip transfer from your hotel or meeting point
  • Barbecue lunch prepared on board
  • Wine, soft drinks, water, and appetizers
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Blankets
  • Free WiFi access

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Traveler reviews

27 total ratings, 20 with reviews
4.4
Feature ratings
Quality of Experience
4.6
Food
4.4
Guides, Drivers and Staff
4.5
Transport
4.3
Emily
Emily S.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026
A little chaotic when checking in for the cruise as several boats go out at once. Plus you have to wait in the hot sun. But once on the boat everything was great. Staff was friendly, view and sail were lovely. Sunset spectacular. Food was good. Read more

A little chaotic when checking in for the cruise as several boats go out at once. Plus you have to wait in the hot sun. But once on the boat everything was great. Staff was friendly, view and sail were lovely. Sunset spectacular. Food was good.

Tips for future travelers

Bring a change of clothes to enjoy the sunset without being chilly.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Marsha
Marsha E.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2026
So wonderful to be out on the water, in the Caldera. Loved the numerous stops and the opportunity to snorkel. The food was amazing and the sunset at the end was spectacular. Read more

So wonderful to be out on the water, in the Caldera. Loved the numerous stops and the opportunity to snorkel. The food was amazing and the sunset at the end was spectacular.

Tips for future travelers

Bring warm clothes as the evening can be rather chilly.

Quality of Experience
The crew members on the catamaran were outstanding. Very communicative, attentive, and experienced.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
All drivers were friendly. It was a bit hectic at the end of the evening, trying to find our shuttle van, as so many people were scrambling to find their rides. Just pay close attention and keep asking questions until you find your ride.
Susan
Susan R.
Tinton Falls, NJ | Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Viewing the caldera and the cities of Santorini from the water is magnificent. You learn a bit of history while experiencing breathtaking views! It was a bit on the cool side the day we went but my adult children still swam! The lunch / dinner was adequate. The sunset was spectacular!! *** our transport driver drove like a maniac. It made many of the ticket holders uncomfortable. While I can see why the transports back down the hill toward the port I don’t believe the driver needed... Read more

Viewing the caldera and the cities of Santorini from the water is magnificent. You learn a bit of history while experiencing breathtaking views! It was a bit on the cool side the day we went but my adult children still swam!

The lunch / dinner was adequate. The sunset was spectacular!!

*** our transport driver drove like a maniac. It made many of the ticket holders uncomfortable. While I can see why the transports back down the hill toward the port I don’t believe the driver needed to accelerated in reverse ***

Tips for future travelers

Pack a sweatshirt

Quality of Experience
Sunset
Food
It was an adequate meal for a day on the water
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Catamaran crew was amazing!
Transport
Driving way too fast making customers uncomfortable on the way to the cruise. On the way home we had a different driver who was great.
Joey
Joey R.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on May 27, 2026
The ride itself and the sunset were beautiful. The food was SO GOOD. However, it was a pretty large group and we couldn't get off to walk on the beaches. A great experience, but a smaller group might have been nice. Read more

The ride itself and the sunset were beautiful. The food was SO GOOD. However, it was a pretty large group and we couldn't get off to walk on the beaches. A great experience, but a smaller group might have been nice.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Patricia
Patricia V.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Could have been an hour shorter probably because it was cold Read more

Could have been an hour shorter probably because it was cold

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Alicia
Alicia O.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
It was fun to be on a boat and the food was very good! We had a fun time talking to other guests. You could tell that the guides do lots of boat trips a day and were a little systematic in all there interactions with us! Read more

It was fun to be on a boat and the food was very good! We had a fun time talking to other guests. You could tell that the guides do lots of boat trips a day and were a little systematic in all there interactions with us!

Tips for future travelers

The bus trip to get to the boat was a little scary as we had to back way down a steep hill to get to the boat launch! The driver was good at it, but it was a little alarming how fast we were going backwards and how steep the hill was! It seems like we could have walked down and felt a bit more safe!

Quality of Experience
It was an awesome place to watch the sunset!
Food
Good food and plenty of it, for our teen boys!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were okay, not very personable!
Transport
It was a very nice bus, just a scary ride!
Firoz
Firoz M.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 09, 2025
We did NOT do this activity Read more

We did NOT do this activity

Quality of Experience
we did NOT do this activity
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Janet
Janet C.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Oct 04, 2025
Great boat! Fun staff! Nice guests who all did their own thing (which we loved!) Read more

Great boat! Fun staff! Nice guests who all did their own thing (which we loved!)

Tips for future travelers

Sunscreen!!!!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
All friendly and helpful.
Transport
J
jo d.
Lexington, MA | Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025
This was terrific. We made 3 snorkel stops. There were only 24 of us on the catamaran, plenty of space to find a spot you like. The beverages were limited to wine, beer, soda. The food was terrific and plentiful. The captain and the crew were attentive, professional, and fun. Read more

This was terrific. We made 3 snorkel stops. There were only 24 of us on the catamaran, plenty of space to find a spot you like. The beverages were limited to wine, beer, soda. The food was terrific and plentiful. The captain and the crew were attentive, professional, and fun.

Tips for future travelers

Take a pill if you get seasick. They do offer towels so you don’t need to bring your own.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Nicole
Nicole T.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

The Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise was wonderful. We had a great crew and pilot. It definitely made the experience amazing.

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