5 Boat Rentals in Santorini, Priced One by One

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

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

Set out from Fira Old Port with captain Panos and first mate Alex for a private cruise around Santorini’s caldera. Swim in sulfur springs, snorkel near Palea Kameni and Thirassia, see Oia from the water, and enjoy five local dishes with Santorini wine. The route can be adjusted to your group.

“Our captain was very knowledgeable of the areas we stopped at. It was great learning the history of the area. Sunset by boat is definitely something to experience. He had a home made authentic meal (tapas style) which was so good!!! There was white wine and water aboard. We would have liked to see a few more drink options, but to be fair we didn’t request anything specific. Had we done so I’m sure he would have had it for us.”

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2.Rent a Boat in Santorini without a License

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Santorini SeaBreeze gives you a private boat for up to six people, plus clear instruction, GPS, safety gear, snacks, water, and optional snorkeling equipment. You steer for about 10 hours from Vlichada, stopping at swimming coves and caldera sights. Staff members, including Aris, explain the route and remain available by text.

“Le service était parfait 👍 la formation très clair et le bateau en excellent état. Je recommande à 100 % pour une expérience loin du tourisme de masse !”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Take a private, self-drive boat from Vlichada for five hours, with room for up to six people. After a safety briefing, Leo and George can explain the GPS, docking, swimming spots, and routes around Santorini and Thirasia. Choose a daytime or 3pm sunset departure. Snacks, water, ice, shade, and safety gear are included, but fuel costs extra.

“Don’t hesitate to book this. Amazing experience. Create your own itinerary and see things you can’t on the main group tour. Boat is great and easy to drive.”

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4.5 Hours Boat Rental in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Take control of an 18-foot Nikita boat from Vlichada for about five hours. You need a valid watercraft driving licence, and fuel and a skipper are extra. Staff provide operating and safety instructions, while the boat includes snorkeling gear, water, snacks, an ice box, sun shade, Bluetooth, and dry storage. Ask about guidance from Alex, Mario, Louis, or Leo when booking.

“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.License-Free Boat Rental with Ice, Water, & Fruit

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews

Meet Sasha and the Santorini Free Spirit Boat Rentals team at the pier by Notos Hotel, learn the controls, then captain your own private boat for five hours. Swim at the hot springs, anchor near quiet beaches, visit nearby islands, and enjoy included water, fruit, towels, snorkel gear, ice, and shade.

“Brilliant fun and complete freedom to explore the islands and anchor up wherever you choose. 5 full hours so brilliant value and Sasa was friendly and helpful. Thanks.”

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