Catamaran, Meal And Drinks

Sail from Nafplio on a 4.5-hour catamaran cruise along the Argolic Gulf. A meal and drinks are served on board during the trip.

Overview

This Nafplio4Sail cruise spends four and a half hours on the Argolic Gulf aboard a catamaran with a small group, a skipper and a hostess. You meet on the waterfront opposite Bourtzi Island, then sail out to a sea cave at Daskaleio before dropping anchor at a secluded beach on Romvi Island for swimming and snorkeling. The return leg follows the Romvi roundabout, with sunset views on the way back to port.

Food and drink run throughout: brioche sandwiches, croissants and seasonal fruit, plus soft drinks, water, beer and wine. Reviewers repeatedly single out the meal, calling it fresh, delicious and generous. One traveller described it as simple, fresh and super tasty, while another said the food exceeded what the listing promised.

When the boat is not sailing, there are two stand-up paddle boards, snorkeling gear and a Bluetooth speaker, and the crew shares photos of the day afterwards. Bring a towel, since none are provided.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet at Nafplio PortMeet your skipper and hostess on the waterfront opposite Bourtzi Island and board the catamaran.
2. Sail to Daskaleio caveHead out onto the Argolic Gulf to a beautiful cave at Daskaleio.
3. Swim stop at Romvi IslandAnchor at a secluded beach on Romvi Island for swimming and snorkeling in clear water.
4. Romvi roundabout and sunsetRelax on board as the catamaran circles Romvi, with views of the sunset. Snacks, wine and other drinks are served during the cruise.
5. Return to Nafplio PortArrive back at the port in Nafplio after the sail, with photos of the day shared with the group afterwards.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points before booking, drawn from the listing and from what multiple travellers reported after the trip.

• What to bring. Bring your passport or ID card, swimwear and a towel. Towels are not provided, and there is no hotel pickup or drop-off, so you need to get yourself to the waterfront opposite Bourtzi Island.
• Food and drink. Snacks, soft drinks, water, beer and wine are all included, and reviewers often describe the food as fresh, delicious and generous. One traveller reported that the food served exceeded what the listing promised. The white wine has been described as very drinkable.
• Onboard activities. Two stand-up paddle boards and snorkeling gear are on board, and a Bluetooth speaker is available for music. Life vests are supplied, and one reviewer noted that pool noodles were on hand to help everyone float.
• Group feel. This is a semi-private cruise with a small group and a friendly host. Several travellers describe the crew in positive terms, with mentions of captains who were informative and made everyone feel safe, and a team one reviewer called excellent and very attentive.
• Weather and season. The route can change or the trip can be cancelled if the weather turns extreme, with a full refund or reschedule offered in those cases. One reviewer who sailed in the Greek winter found the sea too cold for swimming but still enjoyed the paddle board and the scenery, so expect water temperature to vary by season.
• Photos after the trip. The crew takes photos by camera and drone during the day and shares them with your group afterwards. The listing also notes that the host shares historical facts about the areas you visit, so there is some commentary as you sail.

Common issues. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, and towels are not included. The sea can be too cold for swimming outside summer, as one reviewer found, and another noted some swell during the sail. One reviewer felt the price was high compared with similar trips elsewhere in Europe, though they rated everything else highly. In extreme weather the crew may reroute to a safer destination or cancel, in which case you can choose a full refund or a reschedule.

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