3-Hour Private CruiseBoutique Experience
Swim at the Red Beach and White Beach, reachable best by boat
Departs 10:30 day · 17:30 sunset
Sunset departure: 17:30–20:30 (sunset)
from, whole boat
€690
Sunset · private · Sea Ray 33
Private sunset cruise in Santorini
A private sunset cruise with Athena Volcano Cruises is a Sea Ray 33 speedboat for your group only, 2–6 guests, leaving Vlychada Marina. Sunset departures: the 3-hour private cruise at 17:30 and the 5-hour private cruise at 16:00. Organic food from our own family garden and hotel transfer are included.
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Sunset times in Santorini by month
Sunset in Santorini ranges from about 18:44 in October to 20:37 in June (local time). Sunset departures are timed so you are on the water for golden hour.
| Month | Sunset |
|---|---|
| April | 19:51 |
| May | 20:17 |
| June | 20:37 |
| July | 20:37 |
| August | 20:11 |
| September | 19:28 |
| October | 18:44 |
Why a private sunset cruise instead of a shared catamaran?
On a shared sunset catamaran you join other groups on a fixed route and timetable. On a private speedboat the boat — and the evening — is yours.
Only your group on board
2 to 6 guests, no strangers — whether it's a couple, a family or friends.
The captain picks the spot
Your captain chooses the calmest place to watch the sun go down on the day, away from the crowds.
Faster between stops
The Sea Ray 33 is a fast motorboat, so more of the evening is spent swimming and watching the light, less in transit.
Food from our own garden
Every cruise serves organic, home-grown food: vegetables and fruit picked from our own family garden in Santorini, served with wine from our family vineyard.
What you’ll see on a sunset cruise
Sunset departures follow the south coast past the sea caves, Red Beach and White Beach towards Aspronisi and the open caldera, where the sun drops into the Aegean with no buildings in the way. The 5-hour private cruise also stops at the volcano for a swim in the hot springs.
- Red Beach
- White Beach
- Mesa Pigadia
- Black Mountain
- Lighthouse
- Aspronisi Island
Which cruises have a sunset departure?
2 cruises have a sunset departure: the 3-hour private cruise at 17:30 and the 5-hour private cruise at 16:00.
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5-Hour Private CruiseThe Santorini Discovery
Swim in the warm volcanic hot springs
Departs 10:30 day · 16:00 sunset
Sunset departure: 16:00–21:00 (sunset)
from, whole boat
€900
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What’s included
Every sunset cruise includes the whole boat and everything below.
- The whole boat for your group only (2–6 guests)
- Skipper (captain) and hostess
- Hotel transfer — pick-up and drop-off
- Organic food from our own family garden
- Organic wine from our family vineyard, Greek beers, soft drinks and water
- Towels, snorkel masks and safety equipment
From our garden
Organic food from our own garden
The food on board is organic and home-grown. The vegetables and fruit come straight from our own family garden in Santorini — Greek salad, fava, tzatziki, zucchini fritters, Santorini tomato balls, a seasonal fruit platter and freshly baked bread, plus a barbecue on the 5-hour and full-day cruises — with organic wine from our family vineyard. Vegetarian meals are available on request.
Organic and home-grown by our family — not a certified-organic label.
Good to know
Questions
Straight answers to what guests ask before booking. Anything else — message us on WhatsApp.
What time is sunset in Santorini?
Sunset in Santorini (mid-month, local time) is around April 19:51, May 20:17, June 20:37, July 20:37, August 20:11, September 19:28, October 18:44. It is latest in June and July (about 20:37) and earliest in October. Our sunset departures are timed so you are on the water for golden hour.
When is the best time for a Santorini sunset speedboat cruise?
Choose a sunset departure — the 3-hour private cruise leaves at 17:30 and the 5-hour private cruise leaves at 16:00 — timed so you are on the water for golden hour over the caldera. Sunset cruises are the most requested, so book ahead in peak season (June to September).
Is a private sunset cruise better than a catamaran sunset cruise?
A shared catamaran carries dozens of guests on a fixed route. On a private Sea Ray 33 it is only your group (2–6 guests): you choose where to watch the sunset, the captain avoids the crowds, and the food is organic and home-grown from our family garden.
Where do you watch the sunset from?
Sunset departures follow the south coast past the sea caves, Red Beach and White Beach towards Aspronisi and the open caldera, where the sun drops into the Aegean with no buildings in the way. The captain picks the calmest spot on the day.
Is food included, and is it organic?
The food on board is organic and home-grown. The vegetables and fruit come straight from our own family garden in Santorini — Greek salad, fava, tzatziki, zucchini fritters, Santorini tomato balls, a seasonal fruit platter and freshly baked bread, plus a barbecue on the 5-hour and full-day cruises — with organic wine from our family vineyard. Vegetarian meals are available on request.
Is hotel transfer included?
Yes. Every cruise includes hotel transfer: we pick you up from your hotel or villa in Santorini, drive you to Vlychada Marina and bring you back afterwards. After booking you choose your exact pickup point on a map.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund — you can cancel yourself using the secure “Manage your booking” link in your confirmation email, no account needed. Within 48 hours of departure, bookings are non-refundable. Refunds return to your original card, typically within 5–10 business days.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Your safety comes first. If the port authority closes the sea or the captain judges conditions unsafe and we have to cancel, you choose between a full refund or free rebooking to another available date.
Catch the sunset from your own boat
Sunset departures are the most requested, especially June to September — pick your date to see live availability and the price for your group.