Catamaran Cruises in Crete: Our Top 4

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

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

You sail from Cafe Marina in Heraklion to Dia Island aboard an EOS Yachts catamaran, with a certified English-speaking crew, fresh seafood lunch, local wine and beer, snorkeling gear, SUPs, fishing equipment, and a quiet three-hour stop in a turquoise bay. The group is limited to 25 people.

“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

Set out from Heraklion at 9:30 a.m. aboard a luxury catamaran for Dia Island. The English-speaking crew serves brunch, a freshly cooked Mediterranean lunch, dessert, and selected unlimited drinks. You get about four hours to swim, snorkel, paddleboard, fish, or relax, with space for no more than 14 people.

“It was a very nice trip with very nice guys! The island of Dia is worth a sailing tour. Thanks to the team!”

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3.Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise from Kissamos

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

Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa on a small catamaran limited to 22 people. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, and enjoy Greek snacks, a Mediterranean lunch, drinks, and attentive crew such as Dimitri, Yannis, and Jessica. The early start helps you reach both stops before the large ferries arrive.

“Dimitri, Yanni and Jessica were amazing during our tour. It was an amazing day with my husband and two teens. Thank you!!”

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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 for about six and a half hours on a modern catamaran with a maximum of 20 people. You’ll get a light breakfast, gourmet snacks, a fresh Cretan lunch, beer, wine, soft drinks, SUP boards, snorkeling gear, fishing equipment, and shaded or sunny seating. The English-speaking crew also caters to children and special occasions.

“We had a amazing experience we were a group of 16 and the staff were so helpful, attentive and supplied amazing food. The cruise takes you on a lovely journey allowing for lots of time for swimming, paddle boarding and snorkelling. We would 100% do this again”

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