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A private four-hour cruise from Platis Gialos to the uninhabited Poliegos offers sea caves, a 19th-century lighthouse and turquoise bays ideal for snorkeling. Expect wild goats, rocky beaches and close-up cave swims with snorkel gear provided.
A private four-hour cruise from Platis Gialos to the uninhabited Poliegos offers sea caves, a 19th-century lighthouse and turquoise bays ideal for snorkeling. Expect wild goats, rocky beaches and close-up cave swims with snorkel gear provided.
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Operated by A La Mer · Platis Gialos (Sifnos), South Aegean
You push off from Platis Gialos and the island chain slides behind you: a low horizon of scrub and white roofs, a warm wind pushing the bow toward open blue.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for people in average physical condition; involves short swims and boarding from small boats
Departures are from the dock at Platis Gialos on Sifnos; confirm the exact meeting point with the operator before the trip.
Yes—snorkelling equipment is included, and there are regular swim stops in clear, shallow bays suitable for snorkeling.
Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; the trip is family-friendly but not recommended for those with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers.
Full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled for bad weather.
The island’s lighthouse was built in 1898; ruins of small-scale mining and shepherding reflect its past maritime use rather than permanent settlement.
Poliegos is ecologically sensitive — avoid anchoring on seagrass beds and carry out all waste to protect marine habitats.
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