Top 8 Catamaran Sailing Trips in Crete

1.Dia Island Catamaran – Premium Lunch, Open Bar, Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $181Our pick

Review of Crete’s Dia Island catamaran cruise, with a small group, fresh Mediterranean lunch, open bar, swimming, snorkeling, and SUPs.

“This was a great experience. The captain and the crew were awesome. Crew answered all questions and were very pleasant at all time. The captain was amazing. He engaged all passengers trying to teach us typical Greek dance and later put on a concert as Johnny Depp. The lunch was amazing. Made fresh as we were all swimming. It was great. This was truly a 5 star trip.”

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2.Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise from Kissamos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $235

Review of the Balos and Gramvousa luxury catamaran cruise from Kissamos, with food, swimming, timing, price, crowds, and practical tips.

“Absolutely lovely staff. The main guy, Dimitri??? ( could be getting his name wrong) he was absolutely amazing. He made the trip. Food was soooo good too. The wind was awful and we were so Cole and couldn’t get into the water, or do much but the experience of the company made it still great considering.”

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3.Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 79 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $174

Spend 6.5 hours sailing Crete’s north coast with healthy Cretan food, open bar, swimming, SUP, snorkeling, and attentive crew.

“Everything was on time as they said. The captain, assistant and deckhand (both women 😁) were all very friendly and knowledgeable. We felt completely safe and taken care of. The boat was clean, well organized and well set up. We were welcomed on board with food and drinks. The captain explained everything about the trip and made us laugh and feel at ease. The girls kept asking if we needed or wanted anything and brought it to us. The appetizers, lunch and dessert were delicious. 100% we would do this again and Highly Recommend This Exact Boat, Captain, Assistant and Deckhand!! From the 6 of us who live near the…”

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4.Catamaran Sailing to Dia with Lunch in Heraklion, Crete(EST 2024)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $142Best value

Review of Heraklion’s Dia Island catamaran cruise, with swimming, snorkeling, SUP, Cretan lunch, drinks, pricing, and practical tips.

“The trip was amazing, and we loved it. The place where the catamaran docked was very quiet and private. The crew members were friendly and professional.”

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5.All-inclusice Catamaran Day Cruise from Hersonissos to Dia Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $174

Review of the all-inclusive Hersonissos to Dia Island catamaran cruise, with snorkeling, lunch, drinks, family tips, price, and practical details.

“Thomas and the crew were fabulous! So kind and welcoming. Very organized while providing refreshments throughout a wonderful afternoon cruise as well as a second sunset cruise that we purchased. Both were spectacular. Highly recommend Daneri Yacht cruises while visiting Crete.”

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6.Heraklion Private Sailing Catamaran Cruise to Dia with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Review of Crete’s private catamaran cruise to Dia Island, with swimming, snorkeling, SUP, fishing, lunch, drinks, and practical booking tips.

“Il n'y a pas de plage à sable sur l'île de Dia. La plage est rocheuse et l'excursion se limite à être sur le bateau ou à nager une centaine de mètres de l'île. Aucune autre activité. Repas de basse qualité. Ça ne vaut pas le coup.”

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7.Catamaran Sailing Trip – All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $156

Review of Crete’s all-inclusive catamaran trip to Dia Island, with seafood lunch, drinks, snorkeling, paddleboarding, pickup, and practical booking tips.

“Amazing experience, wonderful trip to Dia in catamaran and nice fresh lunch. Thanks again to the young guys working for us, stunning views and perfect hospitality! A must in crete!”

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8.Balos Catamaran Private Sailing Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Review of Crete’s private Balos and Gramvousa catamaran cruise, with lunch, snorkeling, transport, pricing, itinerary, and booking advice.

“We had the absolute pleasure of taking a private catamaran sailing trip to Balos and Gramvousa yesterday, and it was truly one of the highlights of our time in Greece. From start to finish, everything about the experience was flawless.”

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