The 15 Best Santorini Boat Rentals Tours

1.Explore Santorini’s volcano with Alex Private Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) Our pick

Cruise Santorini’s caldera with Panos and Alex, swim in volcanic springs, snorkel quiet coves, eat local dishes, and watch Oia’s sunset.

“This was (by far) the highlight of our stay in Santorini! Panos and Alex were tremendous, both as crew and as tour guides. Panos has a deep love for the nature all around the island and it is apparent in everything he does. We got to swim in the volcanic waters (which were so warm) and then got a magical tour around all the islands in the Caldera. We mentioned that we don't like hordes of people and Panos took us to delightful remote spots to enjoy the beauty around us. The lunch they served was the best food we've had in Greece. I cannot recommend this tour enough!”

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2.Rent a Boat in Santorini without a License

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Drive your own boat around Santorini without a license, swim in quiet coves, and explore the caldera at your own pace for up to six people.

“The experience of driving a boat I the Sea of Crete is indescribable. We had an amazing time & jumped in for a refreshing swim. The boat instructors we so helped & informative. This was an unforgettable experience that we will always cherish. Thank you for helping to make our vacation amazing. Sincerely Aleta & George Texas, USA”

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3.Self-Drive License-Free Boat Rental in Santorini from Vlichada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Take a private, license-free boat from Vlichada to Santorini’s beaches and Thirasia, with GPS, snacks, swimming stops, and sunset views.

“Overall the experience was wonderful! Leo and George were kind and efficient. I selected the 3pm time frame and it was perfect for seeing the sunset. I had time to swim and enjoy a nice cruise. 10/10 would rent again.”

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4.5 Hours Boat Rental in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Rent a private 18-foot boat in Santorini for five hours, with snorkeling gear, snacks, water, and freedom to explore at your own pace.

“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).”

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5.Santorini Boat Rental: License Free and Full or Half Day Options

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Rent a license-free boat in Santorini and set your own route to Red Beach, hot springs, Thirasia, and volcanic coastlines.

“Boat was in excellent condition Fridge on board Bluetooth Fantastic navigation Overall very very happy”

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6.Rent a Boat in Santorini with Free License

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Rent a boat in Santorini for up to five people, with a free sailing license, snorkel gear, GPS, drinks, and flexible time at sea.

“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.”

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7.Boat Rental in Santorini License Free

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Take a private license-free motorboat from Santorini to Thirasia, with snacks, safety gear, swimming stops, and sunset views for up to six.

“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!!!”

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8.Full Day Boat Rental Without a License in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Rent a license-free boat in Santorini for 10 hours, explore Santorini and Thirasia, and set your own route with safety gear included.

“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:)”

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9.License-Free Boat Rental with Ice, Water, & Fruit

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews

Take the helm of a private, license-free boat in Santorini for five hours, with hot springs, quiet beaches, fruit, water, and snorkeling gear.

“We loved the opportunity to be in the water on our own and at our own pace! Sasha was wonderful with communication before, during and after our trip. He went over how the boat works and things we know. He also suggested great places to anchor and relax and even stop for lunch while out on the water! We highly recommend!!!”

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10.Rent a boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Take the wheel in Santorini for five hours, with snorkeling gear, sunset options, and room for six, but budget extra for fuel.

“Amazing experience, everything went just perfect, highly recommend. We stayed all day exploring santorini and its a better experience than shared boats”

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11.License-Free Boat Rental with Snorkeling Gear

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 24 reviews

Rent a license-free boat in Santorini for five hours, with snorkeling gear, hot springs swims, fruit, towels, and room for five.

“We had a great afternoon out in the sea, our guide Sasa was very helpful and explained everything.”

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12.Boat Rental in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Rent a boat in Santorini for four hours, visiting the caldera, hot springs, Kampia Beach, and Thirassia at your own pace.

“Alex waited for us as parking is not an easy task- if you come with a car, park at the top and walk down to the boat slip. The boat was clean and in good condition- all that was promised was there and was a terrific way to see the spots without the crowds.”

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13.License Free, Luxurious Small Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21 reviews · 3.5 - 9 hours

Take a private, license-free Santorini speedboat to beaches, hot springs, coves, Thirassia, and Oia, with snacks and sunset views.

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14.Full Day Boat Rental with License in Santorini

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Rent a licensed boat in Santorini for 10 hours, with safety gear, snacks, ice, and time for Thirasia, the volcano, fishing, and snorkeling.

“C’était un moment exceptionnel, nous avons pu se balader et voir le volcan et Thirassia pour manger, c’était une expérience incroyable !”

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15.Santorini Rent a Boat Without License

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 to 10 hours (approx.)

Drive a license-free motorboat around Santorini, stopping at coves, beaches, the volcano, hot springs, and Thirasia Island.

“Nice boat. Friendly staff. They helped us to know the boat and to get into water. There are some nice beaches”

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