The 15 Best Snorkeling Tours in Athens

1.Athens, Nea Makri: Guided Small Group Snorkeling Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 143 reviews · 4 hours · from $100Our pick

Guided small-group snorkeling by speedboat from Nea Makri to Marathon Cape and Schinias Bay, with equipment, snacks, and photo videos.

“Really enjoyed this trip and it was definitely better than expected. We went snorkelling for a long while, saw some lovely sea life, including octopus. Dimitris was very professional and very patient. He let us take our time snorkelling as a group, then relaxed on the nearby beach, slowly making our way back to the coast. He definitely makes the trip a great experience for all. Definitely do something with him - you won’t be disappointed.”

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2.Athens, Nea Makri: Guided Small Group Snorkeling Boat Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $102.8Top rated

Snorkel a small-group boat trip from Nea Makri, with stops near Marathon Cape and Schinias Bay, plus gear, snacks, and easy timing.

“Dimitri was such an amazing guide. The welcome was what looked like his home and he made us feel very at home. He had personal equipment for everyone and had snacks that were crucial after the snorkeling. He took us to an isolated island that was calm and allowed us such a cool view of the water and the wildlife underneath. He was very knowledgeable of the ecosystem and pointed out various creatures on our journey. At the end of the trip you finish near a beach town and he made a great restaurant recommendation that was fresh fish where the locals eat. This is a great deal especially for…”

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3.Private Cruise to Poseidon Temple at Sounio Cape with Snorkeling and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $600.7

Private Athens cruise to the Temple of Poseidon at Sounio with hotel pickup, sea views, and snorkeling stops for swimming in Attica’s calm coves.

“This was a GREAT cruise!! George was such a fantastic host. He was warm and friendly, prompt and full of information on our drive to the RIB cruise. George brought his little son with him which was fantastic as I was a mom travelling with her 2 sons 19 and 12. The language barrier didn't matter as the kids all played and jumped hundreds of times from the boat. Beautiful stops to swim, snorkel and to have fun. George made it very clear that the boat was ours and we got to call the shots of where to go and when to go. He also brought along a wonderful melon…”

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4.Small Group Sunset Sea Kayaking in Athens Riviera with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108.43

Small-group sunset sea kayaking from Athens Riviera, beginner-friendly 2.5 km paddle, snorkeling gear and guide, plus free photos.

“Everything about the sunset kayaking went off without a hitch, we had a wonderful time and the sunset views were spectacular. Our guides Dimitrius and Mario were professional and gave us a great experience. If you’re looking for a unique view of Athens, Greece these guys will over deliver. Thanks guys!!!”

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5.Athens Riviera: Sea Kayak and Snorkeling Adventure with Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $144.57

Kayak the Athens Riviera near Anavissos, snorkel with included gear, then enjoy a traditional picnic on a 4-hour small-group outing.

“Kostas and Dimitri's were amazing and they planned the activity perfectly. The weather made the original plan impossible and they gave us an alternative activity which we really enjoyed. I thoroughly recommend them and the company”

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6.Kayak and Snorkeling at Caves and Hidden Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $108.14

Kayak the Athenian coast near Athens, Greece, snorkel at sea caves, then chill on a private beach. Gear and English guides included.

“Dimitris and Mike were great guides. The trip was very fun and they made sure everyone in the group was keeping up. Great trip for families and friends! Thank you Nomadspath!”

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7.Athens Private Snorkeling and Swimming Cruise with pick up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $379.32

Private half-day Athens snorkeling cruise with hotel pickup, a skippered RIB in the Saronic Gulf, gear, snacks, and underwater photo souvenirs.

“George (owner) picked us up at Port Piraeus and zipped us down to the marina for an awesome day on water. When arriving at the marina we met the boat captain (also named George 😀). The “George’s” were excellent hosts. Kind, insightful and constantly making sure we had everything we needed. Boat had a nice canopy to keep heat at bay and a wonderful foredeck with plenty of space for more passengers. We zipped over to an island and snorkelled in caves and pristine water. Next we motored to a stunning bay which felt like it was just there for us. After another snorkel experience we chilled on the boat…”

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8.Snorkeling and swimming tour to the Poseidon’s temple at Sounio cape

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $351.6

Snorkel the Athens Riviera, swim at a Blue Hole, then visit Cape Sounion’s Temple of Poseidon with air-conditioned transfers in a small group.

“We can't say enough glowingly positive words about this tour. George and Amalia were incredibly responsive, accommodating and helpful. The snorkeling equipment was top notch. The scenery was beautiful. The experience was incredible. And to top it all off, George introduced us to an incredible local taverna in his neighborhood, off the beaten path and away from the tourists, for an unforgettable dinner with a panoramic view of pretty much all of Athens. AND on top of all of that George took us back to our hotel to grab our bags and took us to our new hotel to check in (we weren't able to get the same hotel for…”

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9.Snorkeling Fun Adventure in Athenian Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $204.7

Beginner-friendly guided snorkeling on the Athenian Riviera with private pickup from Athens, full gear, and optional Greek lunch.

“George has been the most astonishing transport driver of our entire trip! He is so professional in his driving proficiency but even more so in hie engaging personality and sharing such intuitive information about the city and culture along the way. Vasilis was a our snorkeling guide/mentor and he was such a confident, knowledgeable, and patient instructor who proactively and alertly kept us safe and secure our entire time we were in the water. He is an instructor with many years of experience and is used to teacher classes of various sizes, ages, and skill levels. He spends just as much if not more of his time taking customers on…”

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10.Snorkeling Adventure in Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108.37

Snorkel in Athens with small groups, full gear, and certified guidance. Expect fish spotting, possible octopus sightings, and easy logistics.

“Fantastic time, really experienced and great at telling us all the different fish. Was great to see an octopus!”

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11.Private Cruise & Snorkeling Nea Makri, Marathon, Schinias, Rafina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $192.25

Private 8-meter Rib snorkeling cruise near Marathon Cape. Pick morning or afternoon, get gear, snacks, and quiet coves away from crowds.

“Super activité des endroits magnifiques avec un super temps. Un Mr super gentil et à l’écoute. Je recommande vivement cette activité.”

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12.Athens Private Cruise Snorkeling Marathon Nea Makri Schinias

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $188

Private 8-meter RIB snorkeling cruise from Marathon to Schinias with gear, snacks, GoPro and drone images, plus coastal speed.

“Merci beaucoup à Christos pour ce super moment. Une super expérience comprenant 4h de bateau privatif dont 3 heures de snorkeling et de détente, des boissons fraîches et un petit en-cas. Christos nous a même prêté une GoPro pour faire vidéos et photos sous l’eau qu’il nous a très rapidement envoyées. Merci encore !”

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13.Hydra and Dokos Private Boat Day-Trip with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $1,775.21

Private Hydra and Dokos boat day with snorkeling, sea scooters, and flexible stop time, plus Hydra town wandering without cruise crowds.

“Hydra was stunning, and the boat ride there was so smooth. Plenty of snacks and cold drinks on board, and the boat felt brand new. Loved every minute!”

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14.Ancient Corinth, Mycenae & snorkelling in sunken city private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $769.26

Private day trip from Athens to Ancient Corinth, Mycenae, and Epidaurus sunken city snorkeling, with stress-free transport and time to swim.

“We had a knowledgeable guide who shared Greek history and stories as we drove to various stops. He had water and snacks, too, which were a nice touch. Worth the time to take this trip.”

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15.Private Cruise & Snorkeling Nea Makri, Petalioi, Marmari Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $414.22

Private 6-hour cruise from Athens to Petalioi and Marmari with snorkeling gear, snacks, soft drinks, and free time in a seaside village.

“This was a great day out. Christos looked after us with drinks and snacks and brought us to some of the best creeks and beaches in the area. We also had free time on the island for lunch. Christos even provided a go pro cam and a drone for taking photos throughout the day. The rib is brand new and Christos even picked us up and dropped us back to our hotel which was close by. Great service, great day, really kind people, thanks again!”

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