What a Santorini Catamaran Cruise Costs
Updated October 27, 2026
Quick answer
A shared catamaran cruise in Santorini costs about $85 to $145 per person on the cruises this site sells, and $67 to $179 across all the shared catamarans we track. That usually includes hotel pickup, a meal, drinks and snorkel gear. Volcano boats start at $29. A private charter starts at about $738 for the boat. The €5 volcano fee, tips and some drinks are extra.
| Cruise | From | Length | Food and drink | Hotel pickup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailing catamaran | $85 | 5 h | BBQ, white wine, soft drinks; beer and cocktails on higher options | On Classic, Premium and Luxury options |
| Sunset catamaran | $88 | 5 h | BBQ dinner, white wine, soft drinks; beer extra | Yes |
| Day catamaran | $95 | 5 h | Meze, BBQ lunch or dinner, open white wine bar, soft drinks | Yes |
| Traditional wooden boat | $112 | 5 h | Lunch or dinner, white wine, soft drinks | Yes |
| Luxury catamaran | $123 | 5–6 h | Greek meal, open bar with wine, beer, soft drinks and a cocktail | Yes |
| Private catamaran | $129 per person | 5 h | Appetisers, BBQ, open bar with wine, beer and ouzo | Yes |
| Small-group catamaran | $145 | 5 h | BBQ, wine, beer, soft drinks | Yes |
| Volcano and hot springs | $34 | 3–10 h | None; bar on board | If option selected |
| Volcano, Thirassia and Oia | $64 | 12 h | None; snacks for sale, cash only | From meeting points |
| Boat rental | $291 per boat | 4.5–10 h | Snacks, water, juice | No |
Shared catamarans
Most of the market is the 5-hour shared catamaran with a meal and drinks. Across the shared catamaran cruises we track, prices run from $67 to $179 per person. The cheapest, leaving from Ammoudi Bay, is rated 4.72 on 3,120 reviews of that cruise on GetYourGuide. The price rises mainly with group size and the bar. The sunset catamaran at $88 carries up to 50–55 guests. The day catamaran at $95 and the luxury catamaran at $123 carry up to 20. The small-group catamaran at $145 carries 14.
Day or sunset: is there a price difference?
The 'from' price will not tell you. The sunset catamaran, luxury catamaran, small-group catamaran and wooden boat each sell a morning and a sunset option under one listing, so the headline is a single figure for both. The listing shows the price for your date and slot. Day or sunset covers the other differences.
Volcano boats
The cheapest way onto the water. Volcano and hot springs boats start at $29 in our data, and the volcano and hot springs tour we sell starts at $34, rated 4.35 on 11,637 reviews. These are big boats, up to 150 guests on that tour, with no meal included. They land on Nea Kameni; none of the catamarans we sell include a volcano landing. The full day with Thirassia and Oia is $64 for 12 hours.
Private boats
Our private catamaran is priced from $129 per person, for your group only, up to 15 people. Private charters priced per boat start at about $738 in our data, for up to 6 people, and run past $2,000 for larger yachts and full days. The boat rental is the budget private option: $291 for a licence-free motorboat for up to 5, which you drive yourself. Shared between five, that is about $58 each, plus fuel.
What costs extra
The headline price rarely covers everything. These extras appear on the listings, paid on the day in euros:
- Volcano entrance fee — €5 per person, cash, on the volcano boats. Only payable if your trip lands on the volcano.
- Tips — Listed as not included on the small-group catamaran, the private catamaran and the wooden boat, and on many others.
- Drinks — Beer is extra on the sunset catamaran. Volcano boats sell drinks and snacks on board; some take cash only.
- Towels — Not included on the sunset catamaran or the wooden boat.
- Fuel and skipper — Fuel is extra on the boat rental, and a skipper is available at extra charge.
- Cable car — €10 one way for an adult, if your cruise starts at the Old Port of Fira and you come down from town.
- Bus to Athinios — €2 per person on the public bus from Fira, if you book a volcano option without transfer.
- Premium drinks — Premium cava is extra on the private catamaran.
Cancellation and paying later
All ten cruises this site sells show free cancellation up to 24 hours before on their listings, and all ten offer 'reserve now, pay later'. Prices on this page are the listings' 'from' prices on 27 October 2026, converted from euros at 1.1186 dollars to the euro and rounded to the dollar. The listing shows the current price for your date.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a catamaran in Santorini?
A shared 5-hour catamaran cruise costs about $85 to $145 per person on the cruises we sell, with a meal, drinks and usually hotel pickup included. The cheapest shared catamaran we track is $67.
How much is a private yacht in Santorini?
Private charters priced per boat start at about $738 for up to 6 people in our data, and run past $2,000. A licence-free motorboat you drive yourself is $291 for up to 5.
Is a cheap boat tour worth it?
A $29 to $34 volcano boat is good value if you want the volcano and the hot springs. It has no meal, a large crowd, and a €5 entrance fee on top. For swimming, food and a quieter deck, a catamaran is the better buy.
Do I need to tip the crew?
It is not required. Tips are listed as not included on many cruises, and a few listings remind you to tip the crew.
Sources