Spend a full day aboard Galatea, a 19m semiprivate schooner, sailing from Piso Livadi to Antiparos, Despotiko and the Blue Lagoon. Expect swimming, snorkeling, a buffet lunch and archaeological views on an 8‑hour Aegean loop.
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You step onto Galatea at Piso Livadi as the island eases into clarity: white houses backing coastal scrub, the east wind already shaping the surface of the Aegean. The 19m Turkish schooner unhooks at 10:00 and the day opens with the sound of rigging, a shallow bow wake and a route that threads between Paros and its quieter sister islands.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility to step on/off the boat and climb a swim ladder.
Wildlife
History
Despotiko hosts Bronze Age and Archaic remains, including a temple complex visible from the channel; the area was a local maritime hub in antiquity.
Conservation
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching archaeological remains and follow crew instructions to minimize impact on sensitive shallow-water habitats.
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Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Apply high‑SPF, reef-safe sunscreen before boarding and reapply after swims to protect skin and marine life.
Protect your feet
Water or reef shoes make ladder boarding and rocky beach entries safer at Despotiko and the Blue Lagoon.
Pack a light wind layer
A thin windbreaker keeps you comfortable on deck when the meltemi picks up, especially early and late in the day.
Consider seasickness prevention
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication an hour before departure or use acupressure bands.
Reef or water shoes
Protects feet on rocky shores and provides traction when boarding from the sea.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents sunburn and reduces harm to marine ecosystems during repeated swims.
summer
Light wind jacket
Shields against cool Aegean breezes on open-deck stretches and in late-afternoon return.
spring
Motion-sickness remedy
Pills or bands help if you’re sensitive to rolling seas during crossings.