Greece · BOAT & JEEP RENTALS
The good boat & jeep rentals go weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Alex Private Boat Rental’s Santorini caldera cruise, with volcano stops, hot springs, swimming, local lunch, wine, and sunset views.
“Incredible! Panos was a wonderful guide. We loved swimming in the sulfur hot springs. Overall our best outing g in Greece!”
Take a private, license-free boat around Santorini for 10 hours, with training, GPS, snacks, snorkeling gear, and freedom to set your own route.
“Nonostante la giornata ventilata che ci ha precluso la possibilità di proseguire oltre il faro è stata un esperienza divertente e rilassante. Preciso che avremmo potuto avere il rimborso totale come ci ha ribadito più volte il personale appena arrivati, fortunatamente non ci siamo scoraggiati e non ce ne siamo pentiti :) Il personale gentile e chiaro nelle spiegazioni sulla guida della barca (non avevamo particolare esperienza), ci ha dato anche indicazioni sulle varie tappe...consiglio di seguire tutti i loro suggerimenti che si riveleranno preziosi per un'uscita senza stress. La barca è perfetta e ben tenuta!”
Rent a private license-free boat in Santorini from Vlichada, with five hours to swim, explore Thirasia, and watch the sunset.
“100% recommend! So much better than doing a catamaran cruise. My husband and I rented the boat during our honeymoon and it was our first time driving a boat! The boat is extremely easy to use and drive and the company is so helpful in teaching you how to use it, where to visit, and where not to go. The boat has a built in gps system, Bluetooth speaker system, shade you can put up, and a cooler with ice, water bottles, and a snack included! All you have to do is pay for the fuel you use in euros. We drove a lot at fast speeds and used about…”
Review of Santorini’s 5-hour self-drive boat rental, with costs, licence rules, equipment, weather tips, route ideas, and honest value advice.
“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).”
Take the helm in Santorini with a license-free boat rental, visiting beaches, volcano hot springs, Thirasia, and more at your own pace.
“Dimitris and his team were very professional and gave us good guidance. Seen some great sites along the coast, white and red beach, snorkelling around the volcanos and Thirasia island for lunch. A memorable experience!!”
Take the helm around Santorini with a licensed boat, snorkel gear, GPS, and drinks included, while keeping fuel costs in mind.
“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.”
Take the wheel in Corfu with a private 2-hour boat rental to Canal d’Amour, Cape Drastis, and Mermaid Island, no license needed.
“We booked the boat hire without skipper for a sunset sail. The weather was overcast and cold so the lovely family at Sidari water sports let us have an earlier time and as it was quiet we were able to have a little longer to tour the sea and sights. We felt confident after the introduction and briefing beforehand and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. This company go above and beyond and are highly knowledgeable about the surrounding area and other must do things in and around Sidari, we can’t recommend them highly enough.”
Drive a private, license-free boat from Hersonissos to Saint George Bay, with snorkeling, hotel transfer, safety gear, and fuel paid separately.
“Excellent afternoon renting a boat. Easy to book and staff are very informative so you can rest assured you are in safe hands as they give you all the information and tools you need to have a safe and enjoyable experience. We were told where the best places were to go and swim and where to go for the best views. Wish we had booked this earlier in our holiday as we would definitely have booked again for another day. I would highly recommend this experience and would definitely recommend renting a boat for a at least 2 hours if not more in order to get the most out of…”
Review of Sfakia’s license-free boat rental, with practical advice on cost, safety, fuel, timing, and exploring Crete’s southern coast.
“Unbelievable experience. Staff was super helpful in setting us up and giving great advice on what to do and where to go. It was a highlight of our trip and I would highly recommend this excursion.”
Rent a license-free motorboat in Santorini for up to six people, with snacks, safety gear, Thirasia views, and a sunset return.
“Perfect day we had a nice day we like it a lot we visited all the places in Santorini and we had a good day thank you Santorini blue waves”
Take the wheel on Paros with a private small-boat rental, visiting Blue Lagoon, Despotiko, caves, beaches, and quiet swimming bays.
“We spent almost six hours on the water and it was a highlight of our trip! The boat worked for the 4 of us and the company was very gracious in letting me cancel last minute a larger chartered boat I had accidentally double booked. We had a great day exploring the blue lagoon, caves, Despotiko and finishing at Soros Beach Bar. Definitely recommend!”
Take the wheel on a Crete boat safari from Georgioupolis, with caves, snorkeling, swimming at Omprogialos, and a safety guide.
“We had an amazing boat safari, the wind wasn’t on our side but the experience was still incredible. Our guide was amazing and knew so much about the history of Crete. All in all it was amazing.”
Take a license-free boat from Almyrida to Crete’s best coves, with snorkeling gear, maps, music, and room for seven.
“Fun time and a great location. The place is in Almyrida beach which is loaded with restaurants and bars. The captain of the boat was very engaging and professional The boat itself was clean and safe. We were taken on a tour and we took a dip. The captain articulated everything. We had a nice meal and were safely returned to port. They have good employees here. Definitely recommend! Greek Power!”
Explore Corfu by 300cc Vespa with mapped routes, phone navigation, helmets, unlimited mileage, and practical advice for a full island day.
“We initially booked a scooter each but when I got to contemplate trying to follow my husband in a foreign place, with considerable traffic, and not being able to communicate we decided to take one and I rode pillion. Fortunately, a good decision, as a Vespa does not handle like a motorbike and the roads are very windy with switchbacks. The couple who own the business are very accommodating and lovely to deal with. They provided us with a map and some great suggestions for lunch at a beautiful restaurant in a scenic village. The island is beautiful and it was a great experience.”
Rent a 30hp boat from Marathi, Crete, without a licence. Explore coves, cliffs, caves, and clear water for up to six people.
“This experience is a hidden gem. The staff were fantastic, they made everything easy to understand and were so helpful. The views are breathtaking and you get to see parts of the island you wouldn’t otherwise be able to. The coves were easy to get to and the navigation app was user friendly. This is a must do.”
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