Santorini · BOAT RENTALS & SELF-DRIVE
8 reviewed
Good boat rentals & self-drive tours book out on Santorini; the best go first. Ranked below are the 8 that earn it, with current prices and what sets each one apart, so you can lock it in before the calendar fills.
Private 5-hour Santorini volcano cruise from Fira, with hot springs, snorkeling stops, local lunch and wine, plus optional sunset views.
“Panos was an exceptional guide. He was very accommodating with our requests. His knowledge of the area is truly impressive and made a special effort to provide a view and overview the larger tours can’t. Highly recommended.”
Drive a boat on Santorini with included training, GPS help, and safety gear. Private day on the water for up to 6.
“Fabulous experience. Exceeded all expectations. The boats were new and well-maintained. The GPS was simple to use. The staff was super knowledgeable and friendly and made the experience enjoyable while also ensuring all were safe. Aris explained everything clearly and customized his presentation to specific geographic audiences, fabulous experience. I will cherish the memories for a lifetime!!”
Self-drive license-free boat rental in Vlichada, Santorini. Private 5-hour cruise with safety briefing, snacks, and pay-as-you-use fuel.
“Great service. The water was a bit rough, but thankfully, my husband is experienced at being a skipper. Overall a pleasant excursion.”
Rent an 18-foot boat in Santorini for 5 hours. Up to 7 people, no skipper. Includes snorkeling gear, snacks, and water.
“From the first call with friendly Leo, we got a good impression of the organization, photos were sent by WhatsApp to choose what we needed, then met up to make the booking and met colleague Louis. On the day we were greeted like old friends and given training on all aspects of operating the boat, including the good Garmin GPS, safety equipment and areas to avoid (ie rocks).”
License free boat rental from Vlychada. Drive yourself, build your route, hit Red Beach, hot springs, Thirasia, and back. Fuel extra.
“They were so accommodating! The day of our original rental was sooo windy. We were contacted the night before and they graciously rescheduled for the following day. It was lovely on the water!! My 9 &11 year old boys had fun. Perfect family day activity in Santorini.”
Captain your own Santorini boat with free license, snorkel gear, GPS, cooler, and non-alcoholic drinks. About 5 hours.
“The boat was easy to navigate but since the weather was not great during our trip, so we hired Karolos as skipper to help navigate the boat for us with extra charges, plus charges for the fuel. We started at 10.30am and reach the dock at 2.30pm. That is only 4 hours and not 5.50hours as advertised. Nevertheless, we still had great time.”
License-free private boat rental in Santorini for up to 6, with snacks, safety briefing, and late-evening views of Santorini and Thirasia.
“We had a good time with Santorini blue waves amazing experience the boat was clean and fast the staff was friendly and helpful I recommend!!!”
License-free 17-foot boat rental in Santorini for up to 6. Full safety kit, GPS, shower, music, snacks, and a 10-hour day.
“Safe and thorough safety instructions, easy to understand. Very nice and helpful people that run the business. They even called us a taxi when we were done. I recommend renting a boat if you wanna roam free and not have to follow whatever routine activities the catamaran-tours offer and want to get away from other tourists:)”
Take a license-free Santorini boat for 5 hours, swim volcanic hot springs, cruise the caldera, and anchor solo with fruit, ice, and snorkel gear.
“Amazing experience and the best of the best at Santorini. Sasha is extremely helpful and welcoming. The boat is fast and the view is just incredible. Can’t recommend more!!!”
