Private Morning Sailing Experience · Dia Marine Area
4.5
hours
Heraklion
Private
From €80
Your own yacht and crew for a morning sail to Dia Island. Swim in Natura 2000 coves, fresh Cretan lunch on board, and your afternoon free. Private sailing from Heraklion.
Overview
Your own yacht, your own crew, your own pace — this is sailing the way it should be. An early start means cooler temperatures, calmer seas, and a private morning escape to Dia Island's Natura 2000-protected waters before the rest of your day begins.
We set sails from Heraklion's Old Venetian Port and anchor in a sheltered cove — Agrilia Bay, Agios Georgios, or Panagia — where the water is impossibly clear. You might spot the Cretan eagle circling above or wild rabbits on the rocky shore. Swim, snorkel, or simply float. When you're ready, your crew serves a fresh Cretan lunch prepared on board with locally sourced ingredients.
Highlights
• Completely private — your yacht, your crew, your itinerary
• Genuine sailing to Dia Island's Natura 2000 protected waters
• Swim and snorkel in crystal-clear secluded coves
• Fresh Cretan lunch prepared on board with local ingredients
• Expert local crew who know every bay of this coastline
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)
→ Anchor at Agios Georgios or Panagia Cove
→ Swimming, snorkeling, relaxing at your pace
🍽 Lunch
→ Fresh Cretan lunch on board
⛵ Return
→ Sail back to Heraklion
🕐 ~14:00 — Arrive at the Old Venetian Port
From 14:30 — 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 morning breeze
Included
• Skipper
• Deckhand
• Full lunch
• Wine (responsible consumption)
• Mineral water
• Snorkel and tube
• SUP Board
• Diesel
• All taxes and fees














