Spend a full day with Kyriakos and Anna on a traditional fishing boat out of Adamas. Swim at Kleftiko and Sykia Cave, learn local fishing techniques, and eat homemade island food served on deck.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to climb aboard a small fishing boat, swim/snorkel and stand for periods while fishing.
Wildlife
History
Milos is a volcanic island with a long fishing tradition; local crews have worked these coves for generations, passing techniques and recipes down family lines.
Conservation
Operators keep groups small and emphasize no-anchoring over seagrass and minimal disturbance to caves and marine habitats to protect fragile coastal ecosystems.
Polco Sailing
Polco Sailing is a Milos-based charter company operating from Adamantas that specializes in private and small-group boat experiences around Milos, Poliegos and Kimolos. The company offers a range of vessels including sailing boats, catamarans, a 44' Lagoon catamaran, a 41' catamaran and a 9.3m RIB, and designs itineraries for half-day and full-day excursions. Trips include private sailing boat cruises, private and shared catamaran cruises, a west-coast Kleftiko route, circumnavigation of Milos and Poliegos, and a fast motorboat RIB coastal option. Each cruise provides snorkeling gear, homemade food and local drinks; larger catamaran cruises include BBQ lunches while private charters are customizable with a skipper. Polco Sailing emphasizes safety and local knowledge by operating with experienced skippers familiar with Milos’ anchorages, caves and beaches such as Kleftiko and Sykia. Guests depart from Adamantas to visit secluded coves, natural sea caves and clear swimming spots, with options for stand-up paddleboarding on selected catamaran and private trips. Polco Sailing markets both intimate private experiences for couples and families and small-group adventures limited to defined passenger counts. The company’s vessel descriptions and trip summaries are transparent about group size limits, equipment provided and itinerary highlights.
Bookings are arranged from Adamantas harbor and include snorkeling equipment, safety briefing and a local skipper fluent in English for clear communication and personalized route suggestions.
Base Location
Adamantas, Milos
Central departure point
Trips Offered
7 unique cruises
Private and small-group choices
Group Size
Up to 20 guests
Small, intimate experiences
Trip Length
Half-day & full-day
Flexible durations available
Reserve a private yacht, catamaran or RIB from Adamantas — customizable itineraries, snorkeling gear and homemade meals included on many trips.
Arrive early
Plan to be at the Adamas meeting point 30 minutes before departure to board and get briefed.
Protect your skin
Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a wide-brim hat—the Aegean sun is strong even when breezy.
Bring motion-sickness remedies
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication or use wrist bands before boarding; conditions can be choppy.
Respect marine life
Keep distance from wildlife and avoid touching underwater plants or disturbing seabeds while snorkeling.
Sunscreen (reef-safe)
Protects skin during long exposure on deck and while swimming.
summer
Quick-dry swimwear & towel
Useful for swim stops and drying off between fishing and meals.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Wind and spray protection for cooler mornings or changeable weather.
spring
Motion-sickness remedy or wrist bands
Helpful for guests prone to seasickness on open-water stretches.