Spend eight hours island-hopping around Ithaca’s quiet coves and picture-postcard harbors. This full-day cruise combines swim stops, village visits, and on-board refreshments for a compact introduction to the island’s sea‑facing charms.
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You step aboard a low-slung cruiser in Vathy and the island exhales around you: olive-scarred slopes give way to limestone cliffs, the harbor shrinks behind, and the Ionian Sea dares you toward secluded coves.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable boarding small boats and swimming short distances.
Wildlife
History
Ithaca is steeped in classical lore as the traditional home of Odysseus; coastal villages reflect long maritime traditions tied to fishing and olive cultivation.
Conservation
Many coves have Posidonia seagrass meadows; avoid anchoring on meadows, minimize single-use plastics, and follow crew guidance to reduce impact.
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Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Apply and reapply reef-safe SPF; many bays have shallow Posidonia beds that benefit from reduced chemical runoff.
Wear water shoes
Beaches are often pebbly or rocky; water shoes make entering and exiting the sea easier and protect feet from sharp substrate.
Seat selection for seas
If you’re prone to motion sickness, choose a central seat low on the boat and take medication 30–60 minutes before departure.
Cash for village stops
Vathy and Kioni have small shops and taverns that may prefer cash for quick purchases at lunch stops.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine life during prolonged sun exposure and swims.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet on pebbly beaches and helps with slippery rocks during shore entries.
summer
Light windshell or fleece
Useful for cooler mornings or breezy open-water stretches; choose a packable layer.
spring
Dry bag or waterproof phone case
Keeps essentials dry during swells and while swimming from the boat.