How large are the groups on the Polco Sailing cruise?

Groups are capped at 16 passengers to ensure a personalized and comfortable sailing experience.

Is snorkeling gear provided on the trip?

Yes, snorkeling equipment is available onboard for all passengers.

Are meals included during the cruise?

Light local snacks and beverages are provided as part of the all-inclusive experience.

Can non-swimmers participate in the cruise?

Absolutely. Swimming and snorkeling are optional; the boat offers plenty of relaxing onboard space.

What should I bring for the trip?

Bring sunscreen, swimwear, a hat, water shoes, and a small waterproof bag for valuables.

Is the cruise suitable for children?

Yes, but it’s best for children comfortable around water and able to manage basic safety instructions.

Sailing Adventure with Polco Sailing in Milos, Greece | Boat Tour | Food Tour

Off the southern coast of Greece’s Aegean Sea lies Milos, a volcanic island known for its jagged coastline, crystal-clear seas, and dazzling limestone cliffs. Polco Sailing offers a distinct way to experience this unique landscape with their small-group sailing cruise around Milos and neighboring Poliegos. This isn’t your standard boat tour; it’s an intimate voyage maximizing access to hidden bays and beaches often unreachable by road. Aboard a comfortable sailing vessel carrying no more than 16 passengers, the journey highlights Milos’s renowned beaches like Kleftiko — famed for its towering white rock formations and secluded sea caves — and Gerakas, a quieter stretch known for its calm turquoise waters ideal for snorkeling. Poliegos, a smaller uninhabited island nearby, enhances the trip’s sense of remoteness and pristine natural beauty. The clear water invites swimmers to don masks and fins to inspect flourishing underwater life, where colorful fish flit around submerged rocks and ancient volcanic formations provide shelter. The crew supplements the outing with local snacks and refreshing drinks, making the day feel effortlessly indulgent without sacrificing authenticity. Milos’s geology dates back to volcanic activity millions of years ago, lending the island its distinctive cliffs and white pumice beaches. The history here is as rich as its terrain—Milos was once a critical obsidian source in prehistoric trade across the Mediterranean. Polco Sailing’s commitment to small group sizes and personalized service sets it apart, ensuring each guest can absorb the region’s natural wonders from both sea and shore. This cruise offers a hands-on encounter with the rugged beauty and raw character of the South Aegean coastline, a must-do for anyone seeking an active yet relaxed maritime adventure in Greece.

Difficulty

easy.

Duration

5–7 hours.

Fitness level

Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion with optional swimming and snorkeling

Wildlife

Loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta)
Mediterranean monk seals (rare sightings)

History

Milos has been inhabited since prehistoric times, famed for its obsidian deposits used as early tools and traded widely across ancient Mediterranean cultures.

Conservation

Efforts are underway to protect Milos’s marine habitats and reduce plastic pollution, with local operators like Polco Sailing following sustainable tourism practices.

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 locationMilos, South Aegean

Tours offered7+

Specialtyboat-charters

StewardshipLeave No Trace