Paxos Antipaxos Blue Caves Cruise from Corfu with Swimming Stops
Description
Premium but affordable! This cruise is the perfect way to explore the Ionian Sea in one unforgettable day. Ideal for couples, families, and groups. -Cruise inside the famous Blue Caves -Swim in the turquoise waters of Antipaxos -Time to explore the village of Gaios, Paxos -Choice of departing from 3 different ports: Corfu port, Benitses or Lefkimmi port. -Large comfortable boat with shaded, sunny and air-conditioned spaces -Bar available onboard -Perfect for families and groups -Efficient boarding -Knowledgable local crew -Fabulous swimming stops -Real-time WhatsApp support -Modern vessel -Comfortable seating
Tour Options
Itinerary
Transfers are available from all destinations in Corfu by our own coaches to the closest port from where your magical cruise departs. Following a warm welcome by our friendly crew your unique journey begins.
The Blue Ypapanti's Cave in Gaios, Paxos, consists of three enchanting caves interconnected. Daring swimmers can witness the crystal-clear waters within their "hearts" with unfathomable depth. The captivating feature is the "Ortholithos," surrounded by emerald waters. Opposite stands the deep Achai Cave, a complex of hidden caves, where stalactites are visible only when you swim inside. The imposing Hermit's Cliff sends shivers, while the Proud Trupitos, resembling an arrowhead, guards the island from any evil spirit.
The next stop is one of the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean – Voutoumi- where you will be fascinated by the site of bewitching gold coast creating a unique contrast with the crystal blue waters.
After a relaxing swim, the last destination of the day will take you to the island of Paxos and its capital town Gaios or Lakka Village, where we spend more than two hours. There you will have the opportunity to discover the cultural heritage of the island wandering the narrow streets and tasting the local cuisine
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Upon confirming your cruise reservation, you will receive a message regarding the nearest pick-up point in your area, along with the designated time for your convenience. Our extensive network comprises approximately 100 locations strategically scattered across the island for easy accessibility.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is already included to the total duration set up on the product.
- Name of each traveler should be indicated in the reservation upon booking
Reviews(83)
This was a great value for $70 each! There is no way we could have seen these places driving or flying for that price! It was pretty crowded on the boat, and it was an extremely hot day, which made the ride back uncomfortable.... BUT, spectacular views, stopping to swim, 2 hours on Paxos, food and beverage availability. Totally worth it!
Crew is amazing, drinks and coffee on board were great, music was at the perfect volume where you can enjoy it without being loud and the song choice was top notch, the viewing and swimming points were amazing. A really fun and value worthy experience would go again ! Thank you !
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy you enjoyed the crew, the music, the drinks, and the beautiful stops. It was a pleasure having you on board, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another great cruise!
That was a nice cruise, the caves would have deserved a bit more time and explanations maybe, but the swim along the way and the stop in Gaios were very nice, and the icing on the cake for me was meeting good people I had a lovely time with, sharing stories and having drinks. A lovely memory for me, thank you. Special thanks to the International guy from the Golden Tours in Benitses who will recognize himself!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted you enjoyed the cruise, the swim stop, and your time in Gaios. We'll also take your feedback about the caves into consideration. A special thank you for your kind words about our Golden Tours representative in Benitses—we'll be sure to pass them along. We hope to welcome you on board again soon!
It's a great experience that you should not miss, the staff and entire organization was impeccable; we greatly appreciated the fact that they picked us up right near our accommodation. I was alone with 2 kids, and they enjoy it very much.
We're thrilled to hear that you and your children had such a great experience with us. It means a lot to know that our team, organization, and convenient pick-up service helped make your day stress free and enjoyable. We're especially happy the kids had such a fantastic time! Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome your family back for another adventure in the future.
Amazing! We really recommend:) We went to the caves, Gaios and then swam in the beautiful crystal blue water.
It sounds like you experienced some of the best highlights of the area! We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on board again for another unforgettable trip. Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
The swimming in antipaxos and walking around paxos was fantastic! Also espresso on the boat tastes like Italian coffee
We're so happy you enjoyed swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Antipaxos and exploring the charming streets of Paxos. It's also great to hear you loved the espresso on board, we're glad it reminded you of authentic Italian coffee! We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another memorable cruise soon.
We already booked a trip last year with the company and wrote about our experience. Just came here to say that this year was nothing different and enjoyed it just like the first time. Voutoumi is probably the most beautiful place in the Ionian islands and the cave on that beach is unreal! Thank you again and wish you all the best!
Thank you so much for coming back and for taking the time to share another wonderful review! It truly means a lot to us that you chose to travel with us again and had such a great experience for the second year in a row. We couldn't agree more, Voutoumi Beach is a magical place, and that hidden cave never fails to amaze! We hope to welcome you back again for more unforgettable adventures. Until then, we wish you all the best and safe travels!
We were out for 11.5 hours! There was only one swimming stop. The whole day at 86 degrees on the boat. We didn't see the blue caves at all.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. However, we would like to clarify a few points. The duration mentioned in your review is not accurate. Our cruise departs at 8:30 a.m. and returns no later than 6:30 p.m., making the total duration approximately 10 hours, not 11.5 hours. We also confirm that the boat did enter the Blue Caves, weather and sea conditions permitting, as it does on every scheduled cruise. Many of our guests are able to enjoy and photograph this part of the trip. We understand that personal expectations can vary, but we believe it is important that reviews reflect the experience as accurately as possible. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best.
Overall mixed experience with a very long travel time on the open sea (about 6 hours round trip). The swimming stops as well as the break on site were appreciated, but the time on Paxos remains insufficient to really discover the island. The music on board is very loud and plays continuously, which creates an atmosphere, but can become tiring over time. Regarding the staff, our experience was disappointing: at boarding, a “pass” card is normally given out, which was not our case. This was then asked for again upon our return from Paxos. Despite our tickets and proof, we were poorly welcomed and treated in an unpleasant manner, as if we were at fault when it was clearly a mistake on their part. I do not particularly recommend this excursion: it does not provide a real “plus.” Furthermore, the visit to the blue caves is limited, because there is no space at the front of the boat to observe them well.
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the swimming stops and your time on Paxos, although we are sorry that other aspects of the trip did not meet your expectations. The duration of the excursion and the time spent on each stop are planned in advance to ensure the complete itinerary can be completed safely while allowing our guests to visit both Paxos and the Blue Caves in a single day. We understand, however, that some guests would prefer more time on the island. We are also sorry to hear about your experience during boarding. The boarding pass/card is provided to all passengers and is required for reboarding. If it was not issued to you, we apologize for the confusion this caused. We will remind our team to ensure boarding procedures are followed consistently and that any issues are handled with courtesy and professionalism. Regarding the music on board, we appreciate your comments, as preferences can vary from one guest to another. We will take your feedback into consideration. Thank you once again for your review. Guest feedback helps us improve our service.
We showed up at the port of Lefkimmi at 9 a.m. We are told that the boat is 1 hour late. They made us wait 3/4 of an hour only to finally tell us that it is canceled 😡. How can we get a refund
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and completely understand your frustration. Unfortunately, the vessel experienced an unexpected technical issue prior to departure. While our team initially hoped the problem could be resolved quickly, allowing the crossing to proceed, it became clear after further assessment that this would not be possible. For this reason, passengers were asked to wait at Lefkimmi Port before the difficult decision was made to cancel the sailing. We understand how disappointing it was to wait only to learn that the crossing had been cancelled. Please know that this decision was not taken lightly. The safety of our passengers and crew is always our highest priority, and we will never operate a vessel unless it is safe to do so. As the cancellation was due to an issue on our side, all affected passengers are entitled to a full refund. If you have not already received your refund, please send us your booking reference or contact our customer service team, and we will process it as quickly as possible. We are truly sorry for the disruption to your travel plans and appreciate your patience and understanding.
