Where to Book Catamaran Cruises in Crete: the 15 Best

1.Luxury Catamaran Cruise, Dia Island –Open Bar & Lunch -Top Rated!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145Number one

From Cafe Marina in Heraklion, you sail with Eos Yachts to Dia Island for about three hours of swimming, snorkeling, SUP boarding, fishing, and canoeing. A certified English-speaking crew serves welcome coffee, Cretan treats, seafood or vegetarian lunch, fruit, dessert, beer, wine, and soft drinks. The catamaran returns to the same meeting point after roughly five and a half hours.

“What a day Amazing food as a first Amazing boat Amazing staff Amazing day and amazing trip 20/10 thanks again . Check out my page for some photos also @seriouslyscrumptiouseats”

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

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

From Heraklion, sail with an English-speaking crew to Dia Island aboard a catamaran limited to 14 people. Expect a light brunch, fresh Mediterranean lunch, local beer and wine, swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, fishing, Wi-Fi, and time to relax in a sheltered bay.

“This is the company to use for a snorkel sailing adventure. Thomas, Anise, and Alexander took great care of us. Water was crystal clear. Plenty of time at Dia in a secluded cove. A wonderful day, high recommend! Dolphins were an added bonus.”

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3.Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise from Kissamos

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

Set sail from Kissamos with an English-speaking crew such as Dimitri, Yannis, and Jessica, and reach Balos before the big ferries. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and enjoy Greek snacks, a Mediterranean lunch, beer, wine, and soft drinks aboard a catamaran limited to 22 people.

“This is the best Boat Tour we have ever been on. From the start of the trip to the end, you are treated by Dimitri and Jessica like you are so special. The homecooked Greek meal created by Jessica was stupendous. Meanwhile, Dimitri made personal contact with every member of the passengers on board. The scenery was wonderful too,especially snorkeling in the aqua waters.”

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4.Panormo: Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $174

Sail from Panormo Port on a six-and-a-half-hour catamaran cruise for up to 20 people. You’ll get a light breakfast, gourmet Mediterranean lunch, unlimited soft drinks, Greek beer, Cretan white wine, snorkeling gear, SUP boards, and time to swim in a quiet bay. Mario may also take memorable photos on board.

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5.Rethymno Catamaran Cruise: Healthy Lunch & Open Bar

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

Sail from Rethymno to Georgioupoli Bay aboard a modern catamaran with a professional English-speaking crew. Enjoy a light breakfast, nutritionist-designed Cretan lunch, unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, fish, or relax on a sunbed during this six-and-a-half-hour cruise for up to 25 people.

“Excellent accommodation and service. Crew was professional and attentive. They were ready to go on time. Very friendly and helpful.”

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

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

Spend about five and a half hours sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island aboard a Lagoon 46 catamaran. Swim in a quiet cove, snorkel, use the included SUP boards, sunbathe, and enjoy freshly made traditional Cretan pasta with fruit, soft drinks, wine, and beer. The crew serves a maximum of 17 people.

“My family enjoyed a very memorable day on board this luxury Catamaran . Nothing more could have been done or provided by the professional crew. The only sad part of the day is that we had to leave. The crew is able to take you to very peaceful cove on the island, where you can paddle board and snorkel . Lunch was an added value to our day”

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7.Luxury Sunset Catamaran Cruise Sushi & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96Cheapest deck

Sail from Hersonissos toward Malia Bay and Agios Georgios Bay aboard a modern catamaran for about three and a half hours. Enjoy Prosecco, sushi, fruit, local beer, white wine, and soft drinks, with time for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and fishing. The English-speaking crew welcomes families, couples, and small groups.

“Great sunset sail! They message you on WhatsApp with any updates which was great. We sailed from about 4:15-7:45pm so definitely a nice, long sail! The staff were so friendly and kept filling our glasses up. They really try to get the crowd excited and into it. The views can’t be beat either! We loved it!”

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8.Balos Shared Catamaran Cruise (small groups up to 10 or 22ppl)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $199

Sail from Chania toward Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island on a catamaran with a small group. Expect swimming, snorkeling gear, Cretan snacks, drinks, a homemade Greek lunch, and time to visit Gramvousa’s hilltop fortress. Guides including Yannis and Georgio provide local background, while pickup from a Chania meeting point may be added during booking.

“Great time exploring and seeing different beaches. We loved Balos, absolutely stunning and worth the trip. The boat ride was a lot of fun, plenty of space with good food and drink. The staff was wonderful and we really enjoyed the day!”

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9.Ag. Nikolaos: Catamaran Trip with Sushi, Drinks, & Water Toys

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $150

Join the Artemis catamaran from Agios Nikolaos for about five hours on Mirabello Gulf. You’ll see Spinalonga Island, stop in calm bays for swimming, snorkeling, SUP, kayaking, fishing, and a water slide, then enjoy a prepared meal, drinks, music, and Wi-Fi. The English-speaking crew serves a maximum of 20 people.

“Generally very good. Staff were excellent. But no sailing just motoring. The meeting point is vague so we spent a lot of time trying to find the boat. Food was good but limited. Swim stops were great. Overall more pluses than minuses”

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10.Sunset Dia Catamaran Cruise by Top-50 Greek Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $144

Join Cyma Sails at 3 pm for a five-and-a-half-hour sunset cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island. George, Andy, and Costos are among the warm hosts you may meet on board. Expect Prosecco, swimming, paddleboarding, fishing, a chef-prepared Cretan dinner, unlimited drinks, and a return to the same harbor.

“This was our second catamaran trip on a Greek island. It was once again a highlight of our holiday. It's always so nice to drive across the sea with background music, a cool crew and damn delicious food. We got to know great people on the ship, with whom we really laughed a lot. Even today, a few days after the trip, we remember and think: That was so beautiful! Every holiday we take a catamaran ride and every time it is breathtaking, especially as it goes into the sunset.Auto-translated”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 6.5 - 8.5 hours · from $176

Spend 6.5 to 8.5 hours sailing from Crete to Dia Island aboard a new catamaran for up to 15 people. You’ll get espresso, brunch, an organic Mediterranean lunch, unlimited local wine and beer, and time to swim, snorkel, fish, or paddleboard. The crew speaks English and Greek, with hotel pickup available from selected areas.

“The Sunset Cruise was very enjoyable with plenty of space on board the catamaran, excellent service, a great crew and delicious food, highly recommended!!!”

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12.Chania Morning Catamaran Cruise with Premium Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $167

Set sail from Kolymvari on a spacious DanEri catamaran for a five-hour morning cruise to Agioi Theodoroi. Swim, snorkel, fish, or paddleboard from a quiet bay, then enjoy a fresh Mediterranean lunch, snacks, protein drinks, local beer, and white wine. The crew may include Roman, Sakis, Francisco, Anna, or Kris, depending on the sailing.

“We had a wonderful cruise to Thodoroy Island on a beautiful sunny day. Anchored for over 2 hours, swam, snorkeled and paddleboarded….and had a great lunch with drinks. Crew was very accommodating and it was a perfect day.”

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13.Panormo: Luxury Sunset Catamaran Cruise Sushi & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $101

From Panormo Port, you’ll sail for about 3.5 hours toward Bali Bay or Skaleta aboard a modern catamaran. Expect Prosecco, Greek wine, beer, sushi, fruit, swimming, snorkeling, SUP boards, and a sunset sail. An English-speaking crew serves up to 20 people, with shaded lounges, sunbeds, Wi-Fi, and an onboard WC.

“The trip was perfect from start to finish! Brilliant crew, spacious boat, not too many people, good quality food and drink. The sunset and Coast as we sailed were just magical.”

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14.Dia Catamaran Cruise with Lunch by Top-50 Greek Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $131

Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island on a large catamaran with a 25-person limit. Start with coffee and Cretan treats, then swim, snorkel, fish, paddleboard, or relax by the private floating pool. Chef Giorgos Chronakis provides a fresh Mediterranean lunch, with wine, beer, soft drinks, and special menus available by request.

“It was one of the best trips we went on absolutely fantastic from start to finish The crew were amazing and the food was delicious would highly recommend this trip!”

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15.Ag. Nikolaos Catamaran to Spinalonga – Gourmet Meal & Water Toys

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $150

Spend about five hours aboard a modern catamaran from Agios Nikolaos, cruising around Mirabello Bay and Spinalonga. You get a nutritionist-designed Mediterranean lunch, unlimited soft drinks, beer and white wine, plus swimming stops, snorkeling, SUPs, a sea scooter, kayak, water slide, and shaded seating. The English-speaking crew serves a maximum of 20 people.

“We had the pleasure of experiencing a catamaran charter on the Artemis in Agios Nikolaos, Crete, and it was an unforgettable adventure. The blend of comfort, stunning natural beauty, and attentive service made for an exceptional day on the water.”

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