SantoriniYachtingClub Private Catamaran: 5 Hours from Ammoudi Bay
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The SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran costs from $129 per person (about €115) for five hours with a BBQ, an open bar and a paddleboard.
It starts at Ammoudi Bay with hotel pickup, is priced per person, and GetYourGuide rates it 4.9/5 from 181 reviews.
SantoriniYachtingClub
Private Catamaran Cruise with BBQ Meal and Drinks
4.9 (181) · from $129
The SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran is a five-hour private cruise from Ammoudi Bay below Oia, priced from $129 per person (about €115) and rated 4.9/5 from 181 reviews on GetYourGuide. It sails to Thirassia and the hot springs, serves a barbecue with an open bar, and lends you a stand-up paddleboard.
The detail that changes the decision is how the price scales. It is quoted per person, with a note that prices may vary, while the two other crewed private catamarans in my data are priced per boat. For two guests this is the cheapest private option at about $258; for four it is $516, more than double the Sail Away catamaran.
See where it sits among the boat tours in Santorini, read my private boat tour page, or go back to the home page.
| Operator | SantoriniYachtingClub (activity provider on GetYourGuide) |
|---|---|
| Boat and crew | Private catamaran with a captain and a first mate; group size is not stated |
| Price | From $129 per person, prices may vary (about €115 at 1 USD = 0.88865 EUR) |
| Duration | 5 hours |
| Departure time | Chosen in the booking calendar; the listing gives no clock time |
| Start and end point | Ammoudi Bay (hotel pickup also included) |
| Route | Thirassia, the hot springs, Aspronissi, Fira Old Port; White, Mesa Pigadia and Red Beach by arrangement with the captain |
| Food and drink | Welcome drink, Greek appetizers, BBQ, open bar with wine, beer and ouzo, fruit, dessert |
| Languages | English |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before the start, full refund |
| Rating | 4.9/5 from 181 reviews on GetYourGuide |
What is the SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran trip and what do you see?
It is a private, customizable catamaran day that starts inside the caldera, visits the island of Thirassia and the hot springs, and lets the captain choose swim stops with you.
The SantoriniYachtingClub boat is the private boat in my data that starts below Oia and heads for Thirassia. The listing describes Thirassia as a fishermen's island with a view of Manolas village, then heads for the volcano hot springs and the white cliffs of Aspronissi.
- Ammoudi Bay - departure below Oia on Google Maps
- Thirassia - a swim stop on the neighbouring island on Google Maps
- Hot springs - the warm-water swim by the volcano on Google Maps
- Aspronissi - the white islet with pale cliffs
- Fira Old Port - the harbor under the cliffs on Google Maps
- Beaches - White, Mesa Pigadia and Red Beach, only if you agree it with the captain on Google Maps
That last item matters. The listing says the south-coast beaches are "upon arrangement with the captain", which means you should settle the route with the crew when you board, not assume it.
Where does the SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran leave from?
It leaves from and returns to Ammoudi Bay, and the ticket includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel or the nearest accessible meeting point.
Pickup details arrive by email, and the airport is outside the service area. Ammoudi Bay on Google Maps is about 15 km north of Vlychada Marina in a straight line, where the Sail Away and Vista Yachting boats start, so the SantoriniYachtingClub boat begins close to the best caldera views.
| Option | Detail | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel pickup | Included, at your hotel or the closest accessible point; details by email | Included in the fare |
| Public bus | KTEL Santorini runs Fira to Oia; the harbor lies below the village; see the price list | €2.20 Fira to Oia |
| Airport | Outside the pickup area | Not applicable |
How long is the SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran trip and when does it sail?
It lasts five hours, and you choose the date and slot in the booking calendar, since the listing publishes no clock times.
A private booking lets the group and the captain adjust the day. Sunset is at 19:25 on 15 September and 18:41 on 15 October according to the Open-Meteo archive, so a late slot catches it in autumn but needs a late start in June, when sunset is at 20:37.
| Month | Sunset (15th) | Start if the trip ends at sunset |
|---|---|---|
| June | 20:37 | about 15:35 |
| August | 20:08 | about 15:10 |
| September | 19:25 | about 14:25 |
| October | 18:41 | about 13:40 |
The third column is my arithmetic, not a published timetable.
What is on board and what is included?
The price includes the welcome drink, Greek appetizers, a barbecue, an open bar, fruit, dessert, snorkeling gear, a stand-up paddleboard, towels, blankets and Wi-Fi.
- Starters - tzatziki, dolmadakia, Greek salad, pitta and seafood pasta
- Barbecue - pork chops, chicken fillet or kebab, with a vegetarian menu and vegan meals on request
- Open bar - Santorinian wine, beer, ouzo, soft drinks and water
- Gear - snorkeling kit and a stand-up paddleboard
- Comfort - towels, blankets and Wi-Fi
Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket and a passport or ID copy. Pets and large bags are not allowed on board.
Why does the SantoriniYachtingClub boat go to Thirassia?
Thirassia is the island across the caldera from Oia, and a boat from Ammoudi Bay reaches it without sailing the length of Santorini.
The Greek National Tourism Organisation says Thirassia was once part of the ancient round island of Strongyli until a prehistoric eruption broke it apart, and that fewer than 100 people live there permanently. Read the details on its Thirasia page.
| Place | Distance | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Old Port of Fira | 7 km | The cliff-foot harbor sits roughly halfway down the caldera |
| White Beach | 12.3 km | South-coast stop, only visited if you arrange it with the captain |
| Vlychada Marina | 14.9 km | Where the south-coast boats start, for comparison |
Those are not sailing distances, but they show why the SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran trades the south-coast beaches for Thirassia and the caldera unless you ask otherwise.
How does the SantoriniYachtingClub boat compare with the other private boats?
It is the cheapest private catamaran for one or two people and the most expensive for four, because it is priced per head.
| Trip | Price basis | Cost for 2 | Cost for 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SantoriniYachtingClub boat (this page) | $129 per person | $258 | $516 |
| Sail Away catamaran | $943 per boat of up to 4 | $943 | $943 |
| Caldera Yachting all-inclusive | $1,122 per boat of up to 4 | $1,122 | $1,122 |
| Vista Yachting gold (shared) | $95 per person | $190 | $380 |
The table shows that the Caldera Yachting boat makes sense only if the van transfers and all-inclusive extras matter. The private boat tour page and my catamaran page explain the options.
Is the SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran worth it?
Yes for couples who want a private caldera day without a four-figure bill, and less so for groups of four or more.
The 4.9 rating from 181 reviews and the repeated praise of a named captain and first mate suggest a personal service. At $129 per head, the SantoriniYachtingClub boat costs only $34 more per person than the shared Vista Yachting trip, which makes the privacy premium small for two guests.
- Book it if you are one or two travelers who want a private boat
- Book it if you like the idea of Thirassia and a paddleboard
- Skip it if you are four or more and watching the total
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 SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran?
June to September gives the warmest water and almost no rain, with a long evening. 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 SantoriniYachtingClub boat?
All the snippets I saw were positive, and they focus on the crew, so the sample is one-sided.
- Crew (5 of 8) - named captains and mates praised as personable, attentive and knowledgeable
- Value (1 of 8) - one reviewer says it was worth every penny
- Customization (1 of 8) - a family calls it a private, customizable day
No complaint appeared in the sample, so the realistic risks are the by-arrangement beach stops and the per-person price.
Who should skip the SantoriniYachtingClub boat?
Skip it if you travel in a group of four or more, need airport pickup, or want a fixed beach itinerary.
- Larger groups - the Sail Away catamaran is cheaper per head at four
- Airport arrivals - pickup is not offered at the airport
- Fixed-route fans - the south-coast beaches depend on the captain
Back to the whole field on boat tours in Santorini.
How do you book the SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran?
The SantoriniYachtingClub boat costs from $129 per person and includes a BBQ, an open bar, snorkeling gear and a paddleboard, 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 boat for two I would pick the SantoriniYachtingClub boat at $129 per person. For four guests the Sail Away catamaran at $943 per boat is cheaper per head.
How much does the SantoriniYachtingClub private catamaran cost?
It costs from $129 per person on GetYourGuide, about €115 at today's rate, and the listing says prices may vary. Two guests pay about $258.
Is it a truly private trip?
Yes. The listing is a private group experience described as customizable, with a captain and a first mate.
Where does the SantoriniYachtingClub boat start?
It starts and ends at Ammoudi Bay below Oia, with hotel pickup included. The airport is outside the pickup area.
Which beaches do we visit?
The listing names Thirassia, the hot springs and Aspronissi. White Beach, Mesa Pigadia and Red Beach are visited upon arrangement with the captain.
Is there an open bar?
Yes. It serves Santorinian wine, beer, ouzo, soft drinks and water. Premium cava costs extra on request.
Can vegetarians and vegans eat on board?
Yes. The barbecue offers a vegetarian menu, and a vegan meal is available on request.
Are tips included?
The listing shows tips on both the included and excluded lists, so confirm with the operator and carry a little cash.
What should I bring?
Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket and a passport or ID copy. Luggage and large bags are not allowed.
Can I cancel?
Yes, up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing 166289 (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).
