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Full Day Sailing Experience · Dia Marine Area

7

hours

Heraklion

Small Group

From €80

Sail to all three bays of uninhabited Dia Island from Heraklion. Swimming, snorkeling, and fresh Cretan lunch in Natura 2000 waters. Small group, genuine sailing.

Overview

This is the complete Dia Island experience — a full-day cruise to all three bays of this uninhabited, Natura 2000-protected island. Agrilia, Panagia, and Agios Georgios each have their own character, and you'll have time to truly settle into every one. No rushing, no crowds — just genuine sailing in a small group of up to 10 guests.
Sails up from Heraklion's Old Venetian Port, the scent of wild oregano reaches you before the shore does. Swim in water so clear you can see the bottom at five meters, snorkel over reefs where you might spot the Cretan eagle overhead, and enjoy a fresh Cretan lunch on board — anchored in a bay where Cousteau discovered ancient Minoan port remains in 1976.

Highlights

• Full circumnavigation of Dia Island with three anchor stops
• Genuine sailing experience — sails up, engine off when conditions allow
• Swim and snorkel in Natura 2000 protected crystal-clear waters
• Small group (max 10 guests) for an intimate, uncrowded experience
• Fresh Cretan lunch prepared on board with local ingredients

Itinerary

🕐 From 08:30 — Pick-up from your accommodation
09:00 — Depart from Heraklion Old Venetian Port
⛵ On the Water
→ Sail to Dia Island (~1 hour)
→ First stop: Agrilia Bay — swimming, snorkeling
→ Second stop: Panagia Cove — crystal waters, wildlife
🍽 Lunch
→ Fresh Cretan lunch on board at Agios Georgios
⛵ Return
→ Sail back to Heraklion
🕐 ~15:30 — Arrive at the Old Venetian Port
From 16:00 — Drop-off at your accommodation

Reserve today, Pay Later. Free Cancellation

Up to 

10

Guests

Available on

Standard Fleet

Good to know

• Suitable for all ages (children welcome)
• No sailing experience needed
• Weather-dependent — may be rescheduled for safety
• Not recommended for severe motion sickness
• Confirmation sent within 24 hours
• Languages: English, Greek

What to bring

• Beach towel
• Swimsuit
• Beach shoes
• Sunscreen
• Hat and sunglasses
• Light layers for the return sail

Included

• Skipper
• Deckhand
• Full lunch
• Wine (responsible consumption)
• Mineral water
• Snorkel and tube
• SUP Board
• Diesel
• All taxes and fees

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