15 Boat Tours in the Sporades That Survive a Close Look

1.Mamma Mia Island and Beach Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 717 reviews · 7 hours · from $63Our pick

Sail from Skiathos to Skopelos aboard the Kalypso, stopping at Kastani, Panormos, and Milia for swimming and lunch. English-speaking hosts point out Mamma Mia filming sites, play ABBA songs, and organize an optional minibus trip to Agios Ioannis Chapel for about €16. Pickup from selected bus stops is available.

“We were a group of 7 friends and family - overall, we loved the experience! 💕 However, the itinerary could have been explained much better, particularly timings and directions on where we were supposed to go and what was at each location - this aspect was quite poor! We didn't let this spoil our day - we made the most of every moment and will do the trip again if we return to Skiathos!”

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2.Skopelos and Alonissos Boat Trip with Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 543 reviews · 9 hours · from $73

Spend nine hours island-hopping from Skiathos aboard Agios Nikolaos. Walk Skopelos Town, visit Alonissos Old Town, see the Blue Caves and Mamma Mia locations, then swim at a Skopelos beach. The lively crew, including entertainer Kyriakos, adds music, dancing, jokes, and optional fun, while quieter seating is available.

“Amazing day! This trip has it all. Beaches, swimming , historic towns , shopping singing and dancing. The crew were welcoming , informative and entertaining throughout the whole day. Loved it”

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3.Sea and Sun Island Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 399 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $56Best value

Spend 7 to 8 hours aboard the Kalypso, sailing from Skiathos Port to Lalaria Beach, old Kastro, a lunch stop at Katigioris or Asselinos, and Tsougria Island. An English-speaking tour leader, beach time, onboard music, and a small bar make this a relaxed way to see several shores in one day.

“although we couldn't visit lalaria beach beach because it was a very windy day, we did go to several other great places and the boat took us to an extra island as sorry for not keeping the schedule. we enjoyed our day greatly”

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4.Full-Day Sailing Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 307 reviews · 7 hours · from $165

Join Lambros, Anastasia, and George aboard the Aeolus, a spacious sailing yacht departing Skiathos at 10:15. Swim at Tsougria, Kastani, Argos, and Dasia, snorkel with provided gear, paddleboard, and enjoy a fresh Greek lunch cooked on board. Choose a small shared group or private cruise.

“Amazing day, went to lovely beaches/coves which weren’t overcrowded nor was the boat, amazing food, no rushing, all on time, great family running the boat, the son George had lovely manners too, thank you!”

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5.Day sailing Skiathos Skopelos with lunch on Rainbow yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $163Top rated

Join Yannis and Angelica aboard Rainbow yacht for a seven-hour private day sail from Skiathos. Swim at Tsougria, Panormos, and beaches near Skopelos, see the Mamma Mia coast, eat a Greek meal cooked on board, and enjoy fruit, drinks, and a relaxed trip back with their dog Naya.

“Yannis, Angelica and Naya( their beautiful German Shepherd) were just so relaxed about everything. From the time we came aboard—( 12 people) till we returned to port. There was plenty of room with several bean bags on Rainbow -their yacht. The swimming spots were sensational including a cave Yannis pointed out to us. The lunchtime meal Angelica prepared was authentic & plentiful Greek meal . They provided a lovely variety of cold drinks throughout the day. And an added bonus was seeing a pod of dolphins swim up to us as we were returning. “Sailing and snow” day charters were 5 star relaxed Skiathos and outer islands sailing! You only…”

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6.Day-Sailing Tour with Lunch on Board

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · 7 hours · from $165

Join Yannis and Angeliki aboard the 55-foot sailing yacht Rainbow for seven hours around Skiathos, Skopelos, and nearby islands. With a maximum of 12 people, you can swim at boat-only beaches, snorkel, paddleboard, relax in a hammock, and enjoy fresh Greek food. Naya, the crew’s gentle German shepherd, may also join the fun.

“We had a great day sailing around Skiathos and Skopelos. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming, the boat was comfortable with plenty space to move around and the lunch was excellent.”

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7.From Skopelos: Full-Day Sailing to Alonissos & Marine Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $181

Spend about eight hours aboard the well-kept sailing yacht Thassos with Alexandra and Antonis of Kardous Sailing. From Skopelos, you’ll visit three quiet bays in the Alonissos Marine Park for swimming, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding. Breakfast, Greek lunch, drinks, and plenty of open space are included for a maximum of eight people.

“It is an 8 hour day in the water. They bring you to three different sites to swim, snorkel, SUP. You are served a mid-morning snack and lunch. Very pleasant, relaxing day. Very seeet pair who run it.”

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8.All-Inclusive Full-Day Cruise & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $169

Join Captain Lampros and his family aboard the Aeolus sailing yacht for about seven hours around Skiathos and Skopelos. Expect quiet coves, Kastani Beach, Tsougria, snorkeling, paddleboarding, snacks, drinks, and a freshly cooked Greek lunch. The boat carries no more than 12 people.

“Welcoming Captain with nice experience and warm atmosphere! The onboard cuisine was more than enough for the passengers. The was a variety of entertainment as well. Thank you!”

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9.From Skiathos Marina: Yacht Sailing Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 95 reviews · from $137

Spend eight hours aboard the Marina yacht from Skiathos New Port, sailing toward Skopelos, swimming at Lalaria, Tsougria, Kastani, Hovolo, Dasia, and Arkos when conditions allow. Your skipper and hostess provide breakfast, drinks, snorkeling gear, SUP use, fishing gear, towels, lunch at a Greek taverna, and fruit salad.

“Absolutely the best day ever !!! Beautiful boat , amazing journey”

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10.SemiPrivate Trip on 50ft Traditional Wooden Boat with Greek Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $163

Spend 7 to 8 hours aboard Soft Machine II, a traditional 50-foot wooden boat with Captain Konstantinos and up to 16 passengers. Swim at Arkos, Tsougrias, and quiet Skopelos coves, use the snorkel gear and SUP, and enjoy a fresh Greek lunch with drinks. The route changes with sea conditions.

“Captain Konstantinos made the whole trip a memorable day.He made everyone feel welcome His culinary skills were fantastic. He has a great sense of humour and knowledge of best beaches to sail to.”

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11.Wooden Sailboat Full- or Half-Day Trip with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 8 hours · from $159

Spend up to eight hours aboard Katerina, a 62-foot wooden sailboat built in 1958. Swim at Lalaria, Kastani, Panormos, Tsougria, or Arkos, enjoy chef-prepared Greek food, snacks, wine, and local stories from Dimi and the crew. Choose a half-day sunset cruise or a private trip with a custom menu and schedule.

“The perfect Day trip. I dont have a single complain or even suggestion. everything was perfect. 1. Dimi is N1 as guide, cool, friendly, always there. 10/10 2. The boat is great. Not some plastic commercial one, but actual wooded ship, and there are fewer people. makes the expirience stand out 10/10 3. Great locations. The time is set great too. 4. The food, drinks and spirit ware on point as well. Special greetings from Todor and Didi from Bulgaria.”

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12.Cruise to Lalaria, Kastro, and Tsougris

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 80 reviews · 7 hours · from $56

Spend seven hours aboard the Kalypso, cruising from Skiathos to Lalaria Beach, Kastro, Katigioris or Asselinos, and Tsougris Island. You get swimming time, coastal views, and an English-speaking tour leader, but the stop lengths can feel uneven and rough weather may change the route.

“Very old boat, poor facilities, audio difficult to follow. Stopped off at random and somewhat irrelevant places. Lunch stop excellent food and value.”

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13.day sailing trip with swim stops and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 69 reviews · 8 hours · from $157

Join Captain Babis aboard Kallisti’s spacious 46-foot sailboat for an eight-hour day around Skiathos, Skopelos, Arkos, and nearby coves. You’ll swim, snorkel, paddleboard, eat a fresh lunch, and relax with drinks while the captain adjusts the route to suit the wind. Small groups and private bookings are available.

“For our group of 4 we absolutely loved the trip, the yacht is beautiful, the sailing was a perfect mix of cruising with the engine and also with the sails used, the food and snacks were all great and fresh along with the drinks. If you’re considering a beautiful day at sea cruising around the islands surrounding Skiathos look no further than Kallisti Sailing and Captain Babis”

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14.Skopelos & Alonissos Boat Trip with Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 47 reviews · 9 hours · from $73

Spend nine hours at sea aboard Agios Nikolaos, sailing from Skiathos to Skopelos and Alonissos. You get free time in both island towns, a stop at Milia Beach, Blue Caves views, Mamma Mia photo spots, and a chance to see dolphins. The English-speaking crew adds music, dancing, commentary, a bar, and clean toilets.

“Great fun singing, dancing and beautiful sight seeing the islands and history given”

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15.Private Lalaria Beach and Caves Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 35 reviews · 3 hours

Take a private speedboat from Skiathos to the island’s wild north coast with an English-speaking skipper. Enter the Dark Cave, snorkel near the Blue Cave, swim at Lalaria Beach, and pause at small coves near Kastro. Skippers such as Kostas, Demetri, and Johnny are praised for local knowledge, boat handling, and flexible swim stops.

“Perfect guide and wonderful places. Snorkling spots were fantastic”

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