THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Spend a day skimming the Ionian coast from Parga to the Blue Lagoon, swimming in turquoise coves and exploring Venetian walls and tiny tree-tipped islets. This practical guide explains what to expect on the ten-hour cruise and how to make the most of each stop.
Spend a day skimming the Ionian coast from Parga to the Blue Lagoon, swimming in turquoise coves and exploring Venetian walls and tiny tree-tipped islets. This practical guide explains what to expect on the ten-hour cruise and how to make the most of each stop.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by MTM Experiences · Parga, Epirus
The bow parts a glassy channel and the mainland cliffs lean in like an audience — the Ionian Sea dares you to look away. On this ten-hour cruise you move from the sheltered amphitheatre of Parga to the tiny tree-studded islets off Sivota, dropping anchor in the Blue Lagoon where water goes from aquamarine to impossible turquoise.
easy.
10 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks on cobbles and swimming from the anchored boat
Lunch is typically at a seafront taverna in Parga and may not be included; check the booking details — most itineraries allow time to purchase a meal ashore.
Yes — the cruise schedules swim stops at the Blue Lagoon and around Sivota islets; depth and currents are monitored by crew for safety.
Shared transfers are usually offered from hotels close to the selected route; extra charges can apply for distant pickups, so confirm at booking.
The cruise is family-friendly; non-swimmers should wear life vests provided on board and stay within supervised swim areas.
Parga’s Venetian castle overlooks a harbor shaped by centuries of maritime trade and conflict; local lore also references WWII submarine hideouts and medieval pirate anchorages in the lagoon.
Anchoring and swimming can damage Posidonia seagrass; follow crew instructions, avoid standing on seagrass and minimize single-use plastics while aboard.
MTM Experiences operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with MTM Experiences
Book directly with MTM Experiences for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve Now