Crete · DIA ISLAND CRUISES
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The uninhabited island on Heraklion’s horizon is an easy half-day by sailboat. These are the best Dia Island cruises: which raise real sails and which motor across, how long each anchors for swimming and snorkelling, whether lunch and drinks are included, and the price per person before peak season.
Small-group sailing cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island with snorkeling, paddleboarding, and a Mediterranean meal plus unlimited drinks.
“Superb day out on the boat! The views are breathtaking A must do whilst in Crete and will do it again”
Heraklion to Dia Island by luxury yacht with swimming, snorkeling, and unlimited drinks, plus lunch on shared trips for about $35.
“Miso is very knowledgeable and very nice. Answered all the questions. Thank you Mido”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island on a cozy yacht with snorkeling, SUP, drinks, and a Greek meal in crystal-clear waters.
“The most magical and romantic experience to end our trip in Crete. Hosts were delightful, the snacks and drinks were excellent, the equipment and amenities provided for snorkelling, fishing and paddle boarding were amazing! The sights on the way and from the island were incredible - recommend the evening trip for the sunset. 100/10 couldn’t recommend more! So so worth the money!”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and Greek food on a small-group yacht.
“The crew was super friendly. Even the weather condition was not the best, the travel went quite smooth. The bays are there just amazing. Only dis thing was, I was expecting to swim in more spots (we did 2), but the places we swam was fantastic 🥰 The food was not great but it tastes good since you became super hungry 😁”
Sunset catamaran from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkel time, paddleboarding, Greek food, drinks, and a calmer kind of Crete.
“This boat trip was amazing, we were picked up from out hotel and taken to the port. The drive was very quick and easy. We then met the captain of the boat and were amazed with how big and nice the boat was. We sat up the front of the boat having dia island in view the whole time. The boat crew made us a meal and always checked in to see if we needed anything. Great for all ages and people who love sunsets. Would highly recommend!”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, SUP, and swimming, plus lunch, wine, and easy pickup.
“Amazing crew, so warm and welcoming. Food was all home made and delicious. Fishing, padel boarding and snorkelling was available plus jumping off the boat. So fun and so worth the money.”
Small-group sail from Heraklion to Dia Island with lunch, SUP, snorkeling, and free drinks plus calm time to swim in Saint George Bay.
“Amazing half a day trip, good views, good food and drinks, a must do if you visit Crete, very enjoyable for a small group of people.”
Private 4.5-hour sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for swimming, snorkel gear, paddleboards, fishing, and unlimited drinks, with optional meal.
“Although the wind was light we still had a fabulous day, our skipper was brilliant and the food was lovely. Swimming off the boat was great fun. Thank you, we’ll be back one day”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for 5.5 hours of snorkeling, SUP, and an all-inclusive Greek meal with unlimited wine and soft drinks.
“The whole experience was fantastic, the sailing and tilt, the crew, relax time on Dia, the food, really everything. Maybe pump the paddleboard more. (first time user, so I might be wrong or just too heavy). Transfer back was struggling. Better inform booked guests about when they will receive information about the transfer.”
Luxury catamaran from Heraklion to Dia Island with a chef-made Mediterranean lunch, snorkeling, SUP, open bar, and sunset views.
“We had an awesome few hours aboard the Eos yachts catamaran with (the immortal?) Thanasis and his small crew. Thanasis was a fabulous captain; professional, good humoured, helpful, and skilled. He made time to talk to all of his new teammates on-board and to ensure we all were relaxed, well cared for, safe, and above all making wonderful memories. It was well organised and the food was excellent, particularly considering the conditions under which it was prepared! The swimming at Dai island was fabulous with lots of time available to see the fish and make use of the paddle boards and kayaks. And the sunset cruise back is something I…”
5.5-hour Dia Island sailing cruise from Heraklion with snorkel stops, snacks, and sunset views on the Maryline by Cretan Yachts.
“Perfect afternoon. Really nice that we could sail thz boat”
Luxury catamaran from Heraklion to Dia Island for slides, snorkeling gear, and a nutritionist-designed Cretan lunch with unlimited drinks.
“Wonderful day on a luxury boat . Team was great and beautiful island.”
5.5-hour Dia Island catamaran from Heraklion with a Mediterranean meal, unlimited drinks, snorkeling, fishing, and SUP on a Lagoon 450F.
“The sunset on the boat, I truly recommend the evening trip.”
Catamaran cruise from Heraklion to Dia with swimming fun, a nutritionist-led Cretan meal, open bar, and a golden sunset sail.
“The boat is very clean and comfortable, Dia bay is extremely amazing place for swimming and snorkelling. The hospitality on board was on the top level! I would recommend it to all 😍”
Half-day catamaran cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island Bay with snorkeling, SUP, sea scooter, slide, and lunch plus open bar.
“Our family of five went on the catamaran on 9/29/23. We had the absolute best time, even though it rained for part of the day. We sailed, swam in the beautiful water and had an amazing lunch prepared by the chef. The crew could not have been more pleasant and the other sailors were a blast. Between the crew and the others we sailed with we could not have asked for a better day on a catamaran. I would highly recommend this excursion.”
