The 15 Cave Boat Tours in Greece Worth Going Under For

1.Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, & the Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,800 reviews · 7 - 11 hours · from $58Our pick

Sail from Corfu to the Blue Caves, swim for about an hour in the clear waters off Antipaxos, then spend two hours in Gaios. The modern boat has a bar, Wi-Fi, clean toilets, and multilingual audio guides. English-speaking hosts such as Theo keep the ride lively, especially on the return trip.

“This was a really fun activity! The staff was excellent, very funny, accommodating and did a great job educating on the different sites we saw. They were also clear on their instructions for departure when we stopped for swimming and into town. There was food provided on board that was reasonably priced, if you are getting a drink I enjoyed the Corfu spritz. I would recommend getting on the boat early to secure a good spot because even in the off season the boat was very full. The stop in Gaios was a good amount of time, if you are eating I suggest doing that first as the restaurants get…”

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2.From Corfu Island: Antipaxos & Paxos Blue Caves Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,690 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $53

Spend a full day sailing from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos with Ionian Cruises. Enter the Blue Caves, explore Lakka for about two hours, and swim from the boat near Mesovrika or Voutoumi. Guides such as Maria, Elena, and Kamilla lead multilingual commentary, while the return trip may include music and Greek dancing.

“This boat tour was PER-FECT ! I wouldn’t change a thing. We departed from Benitses Port, it was approximately 1h30 to Paxos. When we arrived to Lakkas, we had time (2h) to enjoy the beach before all the other boats arrived, and time to explore the city a little bit. Then we went on the boat again to the blue caves (we saw 2!), and then went to Antipaxos for a beautiful swim in the clear waters. During all the time on the boat, we had the chance of having a guide that talked greek/ english/german/ italian! It was super nice. Truly an amazing tour that anyone visiting Corfu should…”

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3.Day Cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos, and Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,851 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $53

Spend 7 to 12 hours sailing from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos, with a stop at the Blue Caves, swimming at Mesovrika or Voutoumi Beach, and two hours in Gaios. Multilingual guides, optional hotel pickup, music, and Greek dancing add a lively touch. Guide Maria is especially noted for clear explanations and warm service.

“Maria, our guide was great. She gave lots of interesting information and was passionate and enthusiastic.”

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4.Porto Vromi: Shipwreck, Caves, & White Beach Swimming Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,951 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Set out with Porto Vromi Maries Cruises & Fun for a three-hour cruise along Zakynthos’ wild west coast. You’ll photograph Navagio Shipwreck from the boat, enter blue caves, and swim at three clear-water stops, often with skilled captains such as Yannis or Yiannis at the helm. Bring water, sunscreen, and snorkeling gear.

“The tour was better than expected. We chose the pickup option from Zakynthos town that lasted about an hour forty five minutes. The bus driver was super careful and drove slowly to the marine. The captain had amazing energy which made the ride that much better. There were three 30 minutes which was of course the highlight of the trip. 10/10 would recommend for anyone.”

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5.Rhodes: Anthony Quinn, Ladiko and Caves All-Inclusive Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,573 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Board the 36-foot Aphrodite catamaran in Faliraki for three hours of swimming at Anthony Quinn Bay, Traganou Caves, and Ladiko Bay. You get snorkeling gear, pool noodles, fruit, melekouni, and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and fresh fruit cocktails. The boat carries no more than 28 people, with crew such as Elena, Mike, or Hristos looking after the bar and swim stops.

“10/10 experience, would strongly recommend! Free flowing drinks the whole time, a nice little fruit plate for each guest, good amount of time to swim at each location! Some of the boat is shaded, we got lucky and were assigned a spot that was in the shade most of the time, but would have been HOT if you ended up in the sun the whole time - that was the only downfall.”

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6.Full-Day Boat Tour of Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves from Corfu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,567 reviews · 6 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $54

Cruise from Corfu to Paxos and Antipaxos aboard a large boat with English guiding, cave views, a swim near Mesovrika Beach, and two hours in Gaios. You’ll see Corfu’s forts and coast from the water, with optional hotel transfers, multilingual announcements, onboard snacks and drinks for purchase, and music on the return trip.

“Trip was relaxing, and the staff and people friendly. Enjoyed seeing the caves and exploring the Islands. Food was good.”

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7.Turtle Island & Keri Caves Glass-Bottom Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 896 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $41

Cruise from Agios Sostis Harbor to Marathonisi, Zakynthos’s Turtle Island, and the Keri Caves. Guides such as Dennis and Alexander keep the trip lively while the captain searches for loggerhead turtles. You can swim at both stops, use your own snorkeling gear, and choose hotel pickup from several resort areas.

“Thanks to all the team, Zak for giving me a trip down memory lane from my repping days to Capt. Dennis who ensured my 82 year old Mother was able to enjoy the trip, without her feeling like a burden! The sight of the turtles was an absolute bonus and the Keri Caves stunning - great driving skills for that 360° turn 👏 Marofonisi beach was beautiful and great trip all round. Thanks to all.”

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8.Corfu/Benitses/Lefkimmi: Paxos, Antipaxos, & Caves Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 852 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $53

Spend 7 to 10 hours cruising from Benitses or Lefkimmi to Paxos and Antipaxos. You’ll see two sea caves, swim for about an hour near Voutoumi Beach, and have 2 to 2.5 hours in Gaios. A multilingual audio guide, onboard bar, Wi-Fi, and optional pickup are included.

“Had a fantastic day trip! Definitely a must when visiting Corfu!”

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9.Faliraki: Boat Trip to Afantou Caves, Antony Quinn, Ladiko

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 780 reviews · 3 hours · from $52

From Faliraki Harbor, Sofia Sea Cruises takes you to three clear-water swimming spots in a small group of about 20. Swim at the Afandou, also called Traganou, Caves, Ladiko Bay, and Anthony Quinn Bay. Caroline and the crew provide masks, float noodles, fruit, juice, wine, and local tips. Cocktails cost extra.

“This whole experience was absolutely fantastic, im not a strong swimmer (can't swim at all), and was fully expecting to be sat on the boat and watching for the whole trip. However they had a life jacket which I was able to use and we had the most amazing time, I swam in caves, and saw tropical fish with snorkel gear. we had cocktails and the rose one was lovely. its a very well timed and co-ordinated trip, finished bang on 1pm”

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10.Turtle Spotting, Marathonísi & Keri Caves Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 780 reviews · 3h 30m · from $29Best value

From Agios Sostis, join a 210-minute glass-bottom cruise to spot Caretta caretta turtles, swim near Marathonisi and Keri Caves, and see Mizithres Rocks. Captain Dennis and the Zante Sun crew are praised for careful boat handling. Bring a towel, hat, camera, and water, but leave large bags behind.

“Great price, amazing father-son captain duo. Breathtaking views and swimming points. Got the privilege to see a baby turtle hatch and make its way to the ocean.”

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11.Naxos: Rina Cave-Koufonisi Cruise & Rina Cave Swim with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 537 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $106

Spend 9.5 hours aboard the traditional IASON wooden boat from Agia Anna. Swim at Kato Koufonissi and Rina Cave, explore Ano Koufonissi, and enjoy fresh souvlaki, salads, fruit, drinks, and vegan choices. The friendly crew, including hosts such as Polina, keeps the day lively, but the boat can feel crowded at full capacity.

“The crew were excellent and the whole trip was a highlight. If I had to pick one though, it would be the Rina cave swim”

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12.From St.Nikolaos: Boat Cruise to Navagio Beach & Blue Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 483 reviews · 150 minutes - 3 hours · from $35

Meet your English-speaking captain at Orizodes Restaurant near St. Nikolaos, then ride a smaller speedboat to Navagio Beach and the Blue Caves. Captain Takis Karidis is listed for the cruise, though crews may vary. Expect photo stops, live commentary, and a swim in clear water if conditions allow.

“Beautiful boat tour, but despite the promise we could not go to the water at the shipwreck (they referred to the bad weather). We could not see that the weather is wrong and many other people were in the water. We are a little bit disappointed.”

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13.Zakynthos boat tour:Shipwreck& Local blue caves with 3 Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 351 reviews · 40 minutes to 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

From Porto Vromi, you’ll cruise to the Panagiotis shipwreck, peer into coastal blue caves, and stop for swims in clear Ionian water. The shared boat carries up to 60 people, with morning and afternoon departures, onboard toilets, and snorkel equipment. Captains such as Yanniis, Nico, and Costa are praised for handling tight caves and rough seas.

“Tour of the most picturesque part of the island, the one to the northeast.3 stops for swimming, duration of about 3 hours and a half for an absolutely honest price. Captains always engaging and helpful. I feared a little steepness and width of the road to get to Porto Vromi but they turned out to be unfounded fears. Very recommendedAuto-translated”

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14.From Lefkimmi: Sivota,Blue Lagoon & Cave Cruise by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 83 reviews · 7 hours · from $35

Join Kavos Cruises for a seven-hour speedboat trip from Lefkimmi to Papanikolis Sea Cave, Corfu’s Blue Lagoon, Sivota, and a final snorkeling beach. You get guided commentary in English or Greek, an onboard bar, goggles, swimming time, and free time for lunch and harbor walks. Pickup is available from selected south Corfu hotels.

“la visite du lagon etait top et le village de sivota vaut le détour. Rien a redire, je conseille vivement cette excursion”

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15.Private 7m 250hp speed boat tour Shipwreck Blue caves up to 8pax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Take a private 4.5-hour ride from Psarou Harbor on a 7-meter, 250-horsepower speedboat. Skipper Leo lets your group shape the stops, from photographing Navagio Beach to swimming in the glowing Blue Caves and quiet coves. The boat carries up to eight people, though the pricing information says up to nine, so confirm the exact capacity before booking.

“A beautiful ride. Our Captain Leo was kind enough to wait for us though we were two hours late due to tender issues.”

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