7 Boat Rentals Tours in Greece to Book Ahead

1.Explore Santorini’s volcano with Alex Private Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $967Our pick

A private half-day cruise around Santorini’s volcanic caldera with Panos and Alex, hot springs swimming, snorkel stops, and onboard lunch.

“Couldn’t ask for a better shipper and guide. Very knowledgeable about the area and the history of Santorini. Seeing the island from the water is a must. The wine and food included were great and freshly prepared. Afternoon cruise with swimming, snorkeling, and a beautiful sunset off the coast of Oia.”

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2.Rent a Boat in Santorini without a License

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $338

Drive your own Santorini boat for 10 hours with training and GPS support, plus snorkel gear, safety equipment, snacks, and water.

“We had so much fun driving our own boat and visiting all the recommended swimming sites by the awesome staff who oriented us! The boat was easy to drive and the views were amazing. It was nice to have a private experience, just my husband and me. We got to catch the sunset in the end too! Highly recommend!”

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3.Self-Drive License-Free Boat Rental in Santorini from Vlichada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $266

License-free self-drive boat rental from Vlichada in Santorini. Private up to 6, day or sunset, snacks, GPS, pay fuel used.

“Incredible! Just to prepared with an ice box drinks food and a lot of sunscreen! You can see the entire island and enjoy it in half a day.”

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4.5 Hours Boat Rental in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $387

5-hour 18-foot boat rental in Santorini for up to 7. Includes snorkeling gear, snacks, water, and training for Aegean freedom.

“Amazing experience very helpful staff especially Alex. You go there always try to go to Alex as your captain/tour guide!”

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5.Santorini Boat Rental: License Free and Full or Half Day Options

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $302

License-free Santorini boat rental for up to 8. Drive your own route in the caldera, swim at Red Beach and volcano hot springs.

“Dimitris and his team were very professional and gave us good guidance. Seen some great sites along the coast, white and red beach, snorkelling around the volcanos and Thirasia island for lunch. A memorable experience!!”

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6.Premium Boat Rental without Skipper

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 102 reviews · 2 hours · from $141Best value

Self-drive a powerboat from Sidari to Canal d'Amour and Cape Drastis, snorkel, chase sea turtles, and cruise with safety gear.

“Was a great experience!! Staff were super helpful and great at showing us what to do and where to go! They were also super helpful after as we were just visit g for the day advised us where to go and explore after. Would definitely recommend”

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7.Chania Old Port: Boat Rental, Drive Yourself

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 57 reviews · 1 day · from $153

Self-drive a small boat from Chania Old Port to Lazaretta and Theodorou for swims and views, no license needed, fuel extra.

“Really fun and beautiful scenery. however, the guide spoke very poor English, so we found it hard to understand her instructions which then resulted in some frustration in both parts. I'd also say the condition of the boat in terms of steering and engine was pretty ropey but maybe that's to be expected.”

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