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Best Boat Trip Shore Excursions — Our Top 15

23 tours  ·  from $16 a head

Getting off one boat to get on another sounds absurd until you see the anchorages. These 15 cover island runs, sea caves and coastal cruises, priced and clear on swimming time and what the swell can cancel.

From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands - The first sail to Kalymnos and Vathi
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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

1.Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,137 reviews · 7h 30m · from $35Our pick

Join Captain Yanas and the Odyssey crew for a 7.5-hour cruise from Kos to Kalymnos, Plati, and Pserimos. You get a fjord-side village visit, Greek buffet lunch, clear-water swim stops, affordable cocktails, and a chance to spot dolphins near the fish farms.

“Great day trip! 7.5 hours sounds daunting but it was 7 hours in total and flew by. Lots of people on the boat which is typical for these kind of trips, but managed to get a good spot with my partner. I’m vegetarian and my boyfriend is vegan and the vegetarian option was delicious and suitable for both of us (he just didn’t have the tzatziki). The islands were amazing and loved the chance to swim. Dolphins were a big plus. Exceptional value and would really recommend!”

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Full Day 3-Island Boat Cruise from Port of Kos - Vathi, Kalymnos, and the fjord arrival
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Full Day 3-Island Boat Cruise from Port of Kos

2.Full Day 3-Island Boat Cruise from Port of Kos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,133 reviews · 7 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Sail from Kos on Odyssey Boat Cruise for about 7 hours and 15 minutes. Visit Vathi on Kalymnos and Pserimos, swim near Plati, watch for dolphins by the fish farms, and enjoy a Greek barbecue lunch. Captain Giannis and the crew keep the day friendly and relaxed.

“incredible experience! staff were lovely and accommodating, kept us well informed about our journey and how long we had at each island. saw lots of dolphins which was a once in a lifetime experience. lunch was delicious and drinks were super cheap (~€6) and very strong. great music played throughout cruise. very chill experience for those who think they might not enjoy a party pirate boat. cannot recommend enough!”

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Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas - Four and a half hours around a coral cay
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Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

3.Full Day Low Isles Sailing & Snorkelling Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 565 reviews · from $243

Sailaway takes you from Port Douglas to Low Isles aboard a 33-passenger catamaran. Snorkel in a sheltered lagoon, join a marine biologist, walk to the 1878 lighthouse, and view coral from the EV Discovery glass-bottom boat. Lunch, equipment, tea, and reef fees are included.

“Amazing snorkelling experience with great crew who we're enthusiastic and helpful. So tranquil sailing there. A must do to see an awesome undersea world. Buffet was sumptuous and plentiful. The sail back was exciting as we had a swell.”

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Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas - Finding the Best Sunset View on the Catamaran
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Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

4.Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 558 reviews · from $67

Sail from Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina for 90 minutes aboard a luxury catamaran, with a welcome drink, hot and cold canapés, and sunset views over the Coral Sea, Low Isles, mountains, and Port Douglas coast. The cruise suits visitors aged 13 and older.

“It is the best there is , the weather was absolutely perfect , friends visiting from Tassie loved every minute ..”

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Tour to Arch in the only Clear Boat in Cabo Cruise Hotel PICKUP! - How much marine life will you see?
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Tour to Arch in the only Clear Boat in Cabo Cruise Hotel PICKUP!

5.Tour to Arch in the only Clear Boat in Cabo Cruise Hotel PICKUP!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 335 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $15Best value

Cruise from Cabo Marina to El Arco, Pelican Rock, Love Beach, Divorce Beach, and Land’s End aboard a fully transparent boat. A certified captain and guide, such as Jaime, Nacho, Jennifer, or Ahmed, explain the rock formations and marine life. The ride lasts about 40 to 50 minutes, with optional transportation and photos for purchase.

“We were looking for an easy, kid-friendly excursion for a short stop in Cabo and this was perfect! It was so fun seeing fish swimming beneath our feet. Our guide, Jaime, made sure to stop a few times at places where he knew there would be lots of fish. We saw sea lions, too! It was one of the highlights of our trip.”

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Benagil Cave Boat Tour - Catamarans or Rib - 2 H From Portimão - Reaching Benagil Cave by boat
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Benagil Cave Boat Tour – Catamarans or Rib – 2 H From Portimão

6.Benagil Cave Boat Tour – Catamarans or Rib – 2 H From Portimão

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 288 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21

From Portimão, you’ll cruise the Algarve coast toward Benagil Cave in a catamaran or RIB, passing Praia Grande and Santa Catarina Fortress, entering coastal grottoes, and stopping briefly to swim. English support is offered, though boat type, guiding, drinks, and timing can vary.

“Nice staff but they overbooked the day we did our tour and we wasted the whole day from traveling to the location. They asked us if we would wait for a later tour but we couldn’t so they just refunded us.”

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From Port Douglas: Outer Reef Cruise by Luxury Catamaran - Reaching Mackay Cay and the first reef site
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From Port Douglas: Outer Reef Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

7.Outer Reef Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 182 reviews · 9 hours · from $240

Set out from Port Douglas at 7:30am aboard Sailaway’s custom catamaran for Mackay Cay and two Outer Reef sites. A marine biologist leads snorkeling, while a glass-bottom boat offers a dry view of coral, turtles, clams, and fish. Lunch, morning tea, afternoon tea, and equipment are included.

“We had an absolutely fantastic day! The boat itself was spacious, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The guides were incredibly helpful, kind, and clearly passionate about what they do, making the whole experience even better. The snacks and lunch were delicious and plentiful. My partner had an amazing time snorkeling over the reef, while I loved the opportunity to stroll around the island and take in its beauty. A perfect combination of adventure and relaxation — highly recommended!”

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Speed Boat & Snorkeling Tour Pinel & Tintamarre Islands for CRUISE SHIP GUESTS - Tintamarre: Sea Turtles in a Protected Cove
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Speed Boat & Snorkeling Tour Pinel & Tintamarre Islands for CRUISE SHIP GUESTS

8.Speed Boat & Snorkeling Tour Pinel & Tintamarre Islands for CRUISE SHIP GUESTS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · from $139

Join Captain Flint Boat Charters for a six-hour small-group speedboat trip from Philipsburg. You’ll snorkel with turtles at Tintamarre, see fish at Creole Rock, eat lunch on Pinel Island, cruise past French and Dutch St Maarten, and watch planes land near Maho Beach.

“This was by far the best trip on our entire cruise. The boat rider around the entire island stopping at several locations to snorkel was perfect. We were able to see turtles, tropical fish, and stop at a delicious restaurant for lunch. Our tour guides were excellent and made the day super fun. Junior was an excellent boat driver and navigated the waves perfectly. I would recommend this trip to anyone who goes to visit Saint Martin.”

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Barcelona Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Olímpic with Open Bar - Raising the sails beyond the harbor entrance
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Barcelona Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Olímpic with Open Bar

9.Barcelona Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Olímpic with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend about two hours sailing from Port Olímpic with skipper Jorge or Daniel, enjoying views of Montjuïc Castle, Maremagnum, the Olympic Towers, and Barcelona’s waterfront. Drinks and light snacks are included, with space for no more than 11 people.

“Our skipper, Jorge was hospitable and very informative as we sailed on the Mediterranean. The journey was well worth it.”

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Best Corfu Tour with Boat Trip & Old Town for Cruise Passengers - The drive to Paleokastritsa
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Best Corfu Tour with Boat Trip & Old Town for Cruise Passengers

10.Best Corfu Tour with Boat Trip & Old Town for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Meet your English-speaking guide at Corfu cruise port for a four-hour trip to Paleokastritsa, its beach and optional sea caves, then Corfu Old Town. Guides such as Magda, Mary, Alice, and Fay have led past departures. The €15 boat ride is extra and weather dependent.

“We really enjoyed Mary who was courteous and informative. Finding the van from a cruise ship was easy. My problem was it was advertised as a boat and beach trip. The boat was not included which I’m OK with if it is clearly stated in the description. Also, we had 45 min at the destination and the boat tour took 40-45 min and there was a line so it really wasn’t an option. There is a little time for beach and shopping.”

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Barcelona Unforgettable Sailing Cruise with Open Bar and Snacks - The sea view of the harbor fortress
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Barcelona Unforgettable Sailing Cruise with Open Bar and Snacks

11.Barcelona Unforgettable Sailing Cruise with Open Bar and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Join skipper Jorge or Eduardo for a two-hour sailing trip from Marina Port Olímpic. You’ll pass Barceloneta, the W Hotel, Maremagnum, the Olympic Towers, and the harbor fortress, with drinks, light snacks, and room to enjoy Barcelona from the water.

“Beautiful sunset sailing trip with drinks and snacks included! Jorge was a perfect host/guide - definitely recommend this experience!”

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St Maarten Shore Excursion: Snorkeling and Speed Boat Tour - Tintamarre Island brings turtles and open space
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St Maarten Shore Excursion: Snorkeling and Speed Boat Tour

12.Snorkeling and Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · from $129

Join Captain Flint Boat Charters for a six-hour speedboat day around Dutch and French St Maarten. You may snorkel at Creole Rock, swim near Tintamarre’s turtles, relax at Pinel, eat in Grand Case, and watch planes at Maho Beach. Captains such as Nick, Anthony, and Miguel have earned praise for friendly, informative service.

“Very recommended tour. The captain of the speed boat was the best we could have!”

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Skip Gondola Shore Excursion: No Cable Car, Water Taxi Provided! - Starting at the old port without losing the morning
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Skip Gondola Shore Excursion: No Cable Car, Water Taxi Provided!

13.Skip Gondola Shore Excursion: No Cable Car, Water Taxi Provided!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $54

Cover Santorini’s major sights in about six hours with an English-speaking driver-guide, air-conditioned transport, WiFi, water, and water transport from the old port. Expect photo stops at Oia, Imerovigli, Pyrgos, Megalochori, Perivolos Beach, and Red Beach, with guides such as George, Nicolas, Alex, and Lisandros.

“Our driver and guide, Lisandros did a fantastic job looking after us and nothing was too much trouble! This tour is highly recommended if you don’t have too much time and want to get a flavour of the island and perhaps pick one or two places to return to and spend more time later. Lisandros talked to us about what we most wanted to see and other trips we had planned. He made a few suggestions and we set of in our (customised) tour, in a very comfortable Mercedes SUV. We got lots of information along the way, and a guide at every stop off, showing off many highlights we…”

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Bodrum: Boat Tour for Mein Schiff and Aida Cruise Passengers - From Halikarnas Harbor to the open Aegean
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Bodrum: Boat Tour for Mein Schiff and Aida Cruise Passengers

14.Bodrum: Boat Tour for Mein Schiff and Aida Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 73 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $41

Spend 5 to 6 hours cruising Bodrum’s coast with a friendly English and Turkish crew. You’ll visit several quiet bays, swim and snorkel in clear Aegean water, eat a buffet lunch, and enjoy fruit and Turkish tea. The boat leaves from Halikarnas Harbor and is timed for cruise passengers.

“Super nette Crew, mehrere Badestops, genügend Platz für alle, drinnen und draußen - je nach Wunsch. Weil alle schon zeitig da waren, ging es überpünktlich los, aber die gebuchten 5 Stunden wurden „voll“ gemacht. Sehr frisches und schmackhaftes Essen (Hühnchenschnitzel, frischer Salat, Joghurt mit Gemüse („Tzaziki“) und Nudelsalat. Wirklich lecker und wer mochte, bekam auch Nachschlag (wobei die Portion schon ordentlich war). Humane Getränke-Preise (Bier ca. 4€). Ein rundum gelungener Ausflug mit mehr als fairem Preis-Leistungsverhältnis.”

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Corfu for Cruise Ships: 6 Hour Tour with Boat Ride or Beach Visit - Guides and the group experience
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Corfu for Cruise Ships: 6 Hour Tour with Boat Ride or Beach Visit

15.Corfu for Cruise Ships: 6 Hour Tour with Boat Ride or Beach Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 67 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $47

Spend five to six hours seeing Corfu’s best cruise-port highlights: turquoise Paleokastritsa, a 13th-century monastery, and Corfu Town. Choose a 45-minute wooden-boat ride toward the sea caves or beach time. An English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, and ship-safe return are included.

“Boarded the bus and headed to the water for our boat ride in Palaiokastritsa which was lovely. So many photos were taken of the shoreline and cave areas. Very little narration on the boat. No bathrooms on shore. Bus traveled towards “Old Town” and apart from the mention of gypsy areas - no narration. Old Town and museum/fort area was packed on our Saturday. No bathrooms. No narration of historical area and were pointed to Old Town which we LOVED!!! Sat down in a restaurant where we received a pass to the bathroom 4 1/2 hours after our tour began. Hungry and Thirsty - we enjoyed 45 minutes in Old…”

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