The most-reviewed catamaran on the island: up to 55 guests, three swim stops, a BBQ dinner and the sunset from the water, from $88.
- Free cancellationFree cancellation - Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Duration5 hours
- LanguagesEnglish
The Santorini sunset catamaran cruise sold here is a 5-hour shared trip on a 74-foot or 80-foot catamaran, from $88 per person, with hotel pickup, a barbecue dinner, unlimited white wine and soft drinks, and the sunset watched from the water inside the caldera. Before dark it stops at the volcanic hot springs, off Red Beach and off White Beach for swimming and snorkelling. With 7,400 reviews at 4.6 on GetYourGuide, it has the deepest review record of any catamaran listing on the island. The trade-off is size: the operator says up to 50 to 55 guests share the deck, more than twice the 20 on the smaller boats on this site.
Compare Catamaran CruisesKey facts
sunset-catamaran- Duration
- 5 hours
- Meeting point
- Hotel pickup, starting almost 1.5 hours before departure; drop-off at your hotel
- Price
- $88 per person
- Languages
- English
- Group size
- Up to 50–55 guests
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation - Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Included
- ✓ Catamaran cruise
- ✓ Drinks
- ✓ Barbecue dinner
- ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓ Map with Santorini's landmarks
- ✓ Music onboard
- ✓ Restroom onboard
- ✓ Leaflet with safety instructions
Not included
- ✗ Beer
- ✗ Towels
Meeting point
Hotel pickup, starting almost 1.5 hours before departure; drop-off at your hotel — Give the full names of everyone in your party and your hotel when you book. The operator then emails the pickup details (check your spam folder).
What time the sunset catamaran leaves
The start time moves with the sunset, so the listing shows it for your date rather than one fixed time. On the 15th of the month the sun sets at about 20:37 in June, 19:27 in September and 18:43 in October (computed at sea level, Santorini time). The cruise lasts 5 hours and the sunset comes at the end, so the boat leaves in the afternoon. Pickup starts almost 1.5 hours before departure, depending on where you stay. When we checked on 27 October 2026, the next date on sale was 15 March 2027, so do not count on this boat in winter. See the sunset time by month.
The route: hot springs, Red Beach, White Beach
The boat makes three swim stops, in this order: the volcanic hot springs, then Red Beach, then the White Beach area. The listing gives the Red Beach stop 30 minutes. Catamarans cannot moor on these beaches, so you swim from the boat at a point the crew picks close to shore. White Beach can only be reached from the sea. After the last stop the boat sails back into the caldera and stays on the water while the sun goes down. The operator can change the stops without notice in bad weather, and wind is the usual reason.
Dinner and drinks on board
Dinner is a barbecue cooked on board: salads with grilled meat, plus a vegetarian option. White wine and soft drinks are unlimited. Beer is not included, which is the main gap against the luxury catamaran and the small-group catamaran, whose drinks lists name beer. Music plays on board, and there is a restroom. You also get a map of the island's landmarks and a safety leaflet.
How crowded the deck gets
This is the largest boat of the five catamarans compared on this site. The operator puts the limit at 50 to 55 guests, against 20 on the day catamaran and the luxury catamaran, and 14 on the small-group catamaran. More people means a livelier deck: 3 of the 10 latest reviews describe music and a party mood. It also means less room at the rail when the sun goes down. If a quiet sunset is the point, pay more for a smaller boat.
What to bring
Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a sun hat and a jacket. Towels are not included on this cruise, unlike the other four catamarans here. The operator asks sunset guests to bring warm clothes, because the deck gets cool once the sun is down. Our what to wear guide covers it month by month.
Who should book a different cruise
Book the small-group catamaran if you want 14 guests instead of 55. Book the day catamaran if you visit between late October and mid-March, when this listing showed no dates, or if you want towels and a live guide included. Book the volcano and hot springs boat, from $34, if you want to walk on the crater rather than swim off beaches. Still deciding on timing? Read day or sunset catamaran.
| Compared on | This cruise | Luxury catamaran | Small-group catamaran |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per person | from $88 | from $123 | from $145 |
| Guests on board | Up to 50–55 | Up to 20 | Up to 14 |
| Duration | 5 hours | 5–6 hours | 5 hours |
| Drinks | White wine, soft drinks | Wine, beer, soft drinks, a cocktail | White wine, beer, soft drinks, water |
| Towels | Not included | Included | Included |
| Rating on GetYourGuide | 4.6 (7,400 reviews) | 4.78 (4,446 reviews) | 4.83 (1,564 reviews) |
What reviewers consistently say
- All 10 of the latest reviews (30 September to 26 October 2026) give 5 stars
- 6 of 10 praise the crew, one by name
- 6 of 10 single out the food; 1 mentions a vegetarian BBQ plate
- 3 of 10 describe a party mood with music and flowing drinks
- 2 of 10 mention smooth pickup and drop-off
- 1 of 10 sailed in rough wind and still rated it 5 stars
- GetYourGuide's review summary says some travelers want more time at each swim stop
Who should not book this
- Anyone who wants a quiet deck: up to 50–55 guests share it
- Beer drinkers: only white wine and soft drinks are included
- Visitors from late October to mid-March: the listing showed no dates then when we checked
- Anyone who wants to hike the volcano crater: the boat swims at the hot springs and does not land on Nea Kameni
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Small-group catamaran (14 guests)
from $1454.8 1,564 reviews
The same sunset idea with 14 guests instead of 55, beer included and a pass below Oia at sunset. It costs $57 more per person.
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Santorini: Sunset Cruise with Swim Stops, Dinner, and Drinks
from $117A sailboat rather than a catamaran, from Vlychada: Red Beach swim, hot springs, dinner and the sunset. 4.8 on 558 reviews, $29 more.
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Santorini: Sunset Dinner Cruise
from $84Four hours, with free time on Thirassia and dinner at a restaurant there instead of on board. Cheaper, but rated lower: 4.34 on 1,303 reviews.
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How to book
Use the button on this page to open the listing on GetYourGuide and choose the sunset option; a morning option runs the same route. Enter the full names of everyone in your party and your hotel, then watch your inbox, and your spam folder, for the operator's pickup email. Reserve now, pay later is available, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start. This site may earn a commission on bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
What time does the sunset catamaran leave?
It depends on the date, because the cruise is timed to end around sunset. The listing shows the start time for your day. Pickup begins almost 1.5 hours before departure.
Do you swim on a sunset cruise?
Yes. There are three swim stops before dark: the hot springs, Red Beach and the White Beach area. You swim from the boat, because catamarans cannot moor on the beaches.
Is dinner included on the sunset catamaran?
Yes. A barbecue of salads and grilled meat, with a vegetarian option, is cooked on board. Unlimited white wine and soft drinks are included. Beer is not.
How many people are on the boat?
Up to 50 to 55 guests, according to the operator. That makes it the largest of the five catamarans compared on this site.
Which boat will I be on?
The listing names two: the 74-foot Ocean Voyager and the 80-foot Tahiti. It does not say which one sails on a given date.
Does it run in winter?
When we checked on 27 October 2026, the next date on sale was 15 March 2027. The day catamaran and the sailing catamaran still had October dates.
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