Caldera Yachting Catamaran: All-Inclusive Private Charter for Four
Quick answer
The Caldera Yachting catamaran costs $1,122 per group of up to four (about €997) for five hours with van transfers, meal, open bar and tips included.
You choose a day or sunset cruise with a customizable route, and GetYourGuide rates it 4.9/5 from 33 reviews.
The Caldera Yachting catamaran is a private, all-inclusive five-hour charter for up to four guests, priced at $1,122 per group (about €997) and rated 4.9/5 from 33 reviews on GetYourGuide. It includes van transfers, a welcome drink, lunch or dinner, an open bar, snorkeling gear, towels and tips, and you can choose a day or a sunset cruise.
The detail that changes the decision is how much is rolled into the price. Four guests pay $280.50 each, two pay $561 each, and tips are covered, which the two cheaper private boats do not promise as clearly. The listing also warns that the vessel can vary with availability and that the final price may differ by date.
See how it fits in my guide to boat tours in Santorini, compare the other charters on my private boat tour page, or go back to the home page.
| Operator | Caldera Yachting (activity provider on GetYourGuide) |
|---|---|
| Boat and group size | Private catamaran, up to 4 guests; the vessel may vary with availability |
| Price | $1,122 per group of up to 4, shown as reduced from $1,403; prices may vary by date (about €997 at 1 USD = 0.88865 EUR) |
| Duration | 5 hours, day or sunset cruise; the schedule shifts with the sunset hour |
| Departure time | Chosen with the booking; pickup begins about 60 minutes before the cruise |
| Start point | Vlychada Marina (van pickup from Thera and your hotel) |
| Route | Red Beach, White Beach, Black Mountain, the volcano and hot springs at Palea Kameni, Thirassia, the caldera; customizable |
| Food and drink | Welcome drink, lunch or dinner with special diets on request, open bar with local white wine, beer, soft drinks and bottled water |
| Languages | English |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before the start, full refund |
| Rating | 4.9/5 from 33 reviews on GetYourGuide |
What is the Caldera Yachting catamaran charter and what do you see?
It is a private catamaran day or sunset trip with an open bar, a customizable route and a crew that serves lunch or dinner for your group alone.
The Caldera Yachting boat sails past the familiar sights, with a hot springs stop at Palea Kameni and a call at Thirassia. Most of the south-coast landmarks come first. The listing calls the route customizable and adds that larger groups can be arranged separately.
- Red Beach and White Beach - swim and photo stops on Google Maps on Google Maps
- Black Mountain - the dark headland on the south coast on Google Maps
- Palea Kameni hot springs and the volcano - the warm-water swim on Google Maps
- Thirassia - the island across the caldera on Google Maps
The listing's stops include Thera for pickup and Vlychada Marina for boarding, then the beaches and the caldera. The Greek National Tourism Organisation explains that Thirassia and Santorini were once one island, on its Thirasia page.
Where does the Caldera Yachting catamaran leave from?
You are collected by air-conditioned van from your hotel and taken to the boat at Vlychada Marina on the south coast.
Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure, depending on where you stay and the traffic. Vlychada Marina on Google Maps lies about 9 km from the Old Port of Fira and 15 km from Ammoudi in a straight line, so the van ride is the first part of the day and the longest from Oia.
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Pickup | Air-conditioned van from your hotel, drop-off at the end | Listing includes tab |
| Lead time | Begins about 60 minutes before departure | Listing notes |
| Meeting point | Listed as Thera; confirm the exact spot after booking | Listing |
| Public bus | Not needed; for reference KTEL fares are on its price list | KTEL Santorini |
How long is the Caldera Yachting catamaran trip and when does it sail?
It lasts five hours, and the exact schedule shifts through the season to match the sunset hour.
You choose a day cruise with lunch or a sunset cruise with dinner. Sunset is at 20:37 on 15 June, 19:25 on 15 September and 18:41 on 15 October in the Open-Meteo archive.
| Slot | Meal | Best for | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day cruise | Lunch | Swimming in strong light, quieter hot springs | Sunscreen, swimwear |
| Sunset cruise | Dinner | Caldera light and a slower pace | A jacket, as the listing advises |
The listing gives no clock times. Because the booking is private, you can ask the crew to adjust the route and timing on the day.
What is on board and what is included?
The price covers the van, a welcome drink, lunch or dinner, the open bar, snorkeling gear, towels, beach stops and tips.
- Meal - seafood, chicken fillet, grilled sausages, Greek dips, veggie rice, salad and dessert, with special diets on request
- Bar - local white wine, beer, soft drinks and bottled water
- Gear - snorkeling kit and towels
- Tips - included in the price
- Service - a captain and a chef-guide, per the reviews
What does the Caldera Yachting boat cost per hour and per head?
The boat costs $224.40 an hour on a five-hour clock, and the per-person price falls from $561 for two guests to $280.50 for four.
| Guests | Per person | Per person per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $561.00 | $112.20 |
| 3 | $374.00 | $74.80 |
| 4 | $280.50 | $56.10 |
Even at four guests the hourly cost is more than double the $24.70 median across my 16 trips, which is the price of privacy, tips and the van. Note that the listing reduced the price from $1,403 and warns the final figure varies by date.
How does the Caldera Yachting catamaran compare with the other private boats?
It is the most expensive crewed charter in my data and the one with the fewest reviews, in exchange for a van transfer and included tips.
| Trip | Price basis | Cost for 2 | Cost for 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldera Yachting boat (this page) | $1,122 per boat of up to 4 | $1,122 | $1,122 |
| Sail Away catamaran | $943 per boat of up to 4 | $943 | $943 |
| SantoriniYachtingClub catamaran | $129 per person | $258 | $516 |
| Vista Yachting gold (shared) | $95 per person | $190 | $380 |
The Sail Away catamaran is $179 cheaper per boat, and the SantoriniYachtingClub boat is far cheaper for couples. Read the private boat tour page and the catamaran page for the whole comparison.
Is the Caldera Yachting boat worth it?
Only for a celebration where privacy and an inclusive price matter, because it costs about $224 an hour for the boat.
At $280.50 per head for four, the Caldera Yachting catamaran is almost three times the $95 of a shared Vista Yachting cruise. Reviewers describe an excellent meal, a named captain and chef, and a huge boat for two, so the quality looks high. The 33 reviews are a small base.
- Book it if you want a celebration with tips, bar and transfers settled in one price
- Book it if you want a customizable route
- Skip it if you are watching the budget or want a larger evidence base
3,600 yearsago the Minoan eruption emptied the island's centre and left the sea-filled caldera that every boat in this guide sails into.
When is the best time to take the Caldera Yachting boat?
June to September gives the warmest water and almost no rain; a reviewer who had a poor sunset still called the day one to remember. October has five rain days and sunset at 18:41.
| Month | Average high | Rain days | Days with wind 30 km/h+ | Sunset (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 8 | 0 | 18:26 |
| Feb | 13°C | 7 | 12 | 18:59 |
| Mar | 18°C | 4 | 12 | 19:25 |
| Apr | 19°C | 9 | 5 | 19:52 |
| May | 24°C | 3 | 6 | 20:17 |
| Jun | 28°C | 0 | 7 | 20:37 |
| Jul | 30°C | 0 | 5 | 20:35 |
| Aug | 30°C | 2 | 10 | 20:08 |
| Sep | 27°C | 1 | 6 | 19:25 |
| Oct | 23°C | 5 | 7 | 18:41 |
| Nov | 21°C | 4 | 3 | 18:09 |
| Dec | 17°C | 9 | 11 | 18:04 |
Wind decides whether a plan holds. The Open-Meteo archive shows wind of 30 km/h or more on 7 days in June, 5 in July, 10 in August and 6 in September 2025. Live forecasts come from the Hellenic National Meteorological Service, and the Greek National Tourism Organisation shows current island conditions.
What do passengers say about the Caldera Yachting catamaran?
All 8 snippets I saw were positive, so the sample is one-sided, with food and crew as the main themes.
- Food (4 of 8) - called excellent, delicious and the best in Santorini
- Crew (4 of 8) - a named captain and a chef-guide praised as awesome
- Privacy (2 of 8) - the whole boat to yourselves, even a huge sailboat for two
- Occasion (1 of 8) - a honeymoon couple rated it the best day of two weeks
One reviewer notes the sunset was not great, so the weather and sky still decide the light.
Who should skip the Caldera Yachting boat?
Skip it if you are on a budget, have more than four guests, or want a named boat guaranteed.
- Budget travelers - shared boats cost a fraction
- Groups of five or more - arranged separately by the operator
- Travelers who need a specific vessel - the boat may vary with availability
Back to the whole field on boat tours in Santorini.
How do you book the Caldera Yachting boat?
The Caldera Yachting catamaran costs $1,122 per boat for up to four guests and includes van transfers, a meal, an open bar, snorkeling gear and tips, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best boat tour in Santorini?
For a private all-inclusive day I would pick the Caldera Yachting boat at $1,122 per boat for a celebration, or the Sail Away catamaran at $943 for better value. For a shared trip, the Vista Yachting gold cruise at $95 is the one I would book.
How much does the Caldera Yachting boat cost?
It costs $1,122 per group of up to four on GetYourGuide, about €997 at today's rate, and the final price may vary by date and participants.
Is the Caldera Yachting catamaran private?
Yes. The listing is a private group booking in which you have the catamaran to yourselves.
Are tips included?
Yes. The includes list names tips, along with the van transfer, welcome drink, meal, open bar, snorkeling gear and towels.
Where does the Caldera Yachting boat start?
It starts at Vlychada Marina after an air-conditioned van collects you from your hotel. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before the cruise.
Can I choose between day and sunset?
Yes. The listing offers a day cruise with lunch or a sunset cruise with dinner, and the schedule shifts with the sunset hour.
Can I change the route?
Yes. The listing calls the route customizable, although bad weather can modify or cancel it.
Can more than four people come?
The price is for up to four. The listing says specialised arrangements can be made for larger groups, so ask the operator.
Will I be on a catamaran or a sailboat?
The listing says the vessel may vary depending on availability. One reviewer described a huge sailboat, so ask which boat you will get.
Can I cancel?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 207468 (checked 2026-10-16); Greek National Tourism Organisation, Thirasia; Greek National Tourism Organisation, Santorini; Hellenic National Meteorological Service; Open-Meteo archive, Nager.Date and Frankfurter APIs; KTEL Santorini price list; Wikipedia (history only).
