Cruise Mykonos’ southern shore aboard a traditional kaiki — swim in turquoise coves, explore mineral-rich caves, and enjoy a beach picnic with wine and a seaside lunch in Kalafatis.
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The boat slips away from Ornos as the sun leans toward the Aegean — salt on your lips, wind pushing you along the island’s southern flank. The captain guides a traditional kaiki past sculpted limestone coves and small peninsulas where sea caves dye the water electric blue; rock strata exposed by millennia of wind and wave give the coast a raw, layered face.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable entering/exiting a small boat and swimming short distances.
Wildlife
History
Mykonos’ south coast has long been a fishing and maritime corridor; local harbors and chapels reflect centuries of island seafaring and seasonal commerce.
Conservation
The Cyclades face pressure from tourism—use marked swim areas, avoid anchoring on seagrass beds, and follow operator guidance to limit ecological disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Mykonos Island South Coast Cruise with Lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The Aegean is sensitive; use reef-safe sunscreen to protect reefs and avoid skin irritation during long sun exposure.
Wear water shoes
Many beaches have rocky entries and uneven seabeds — water shoes make snorkeling and beach walking safer and more comfortable.
Plan for wind and waves
Afternoons can be windy—store loose items and consider motion-sickness remedies if you’re sensitive to boat movement.
Carry a small dry bag
Keep passports, phones, and a light layer dry and accessible when moving between boat and shore.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine environment during prolonged sun exposure on deck and in the water.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet from rocky shore entries and slippery boat decks during swims and beach stops.
summer
Light windproof layer
Keeps you comfortable on the open deck when the Aegean breeze picks up, especially in mornings and evenings.
spring
Compact dry bag
Keeps valuables and spare clothing dry while boarding, disembarking, and swimming.