Mykonos Catamaran Private Sunset Cruise, Full Meal & Open-Bar

Sunset looks better from the Aegean. This private Mykonos catamaran cruise gives you five hours on the water, with views of Mykonos, Delos, and Rhenia, swimming stops, snorkeling, a freshly cooked seafood meal, and an open bar. I like the small private setting, with space for up to 15 people, and I like that the chef prepares the meal on board rather than serving a cold picnic. The main drawback is the price: at $792.97 per person, this is a major splurge, especially for a small group.

You meet at Ornos Bay and return there after sailing past quiet coves and, weather permitting, Rhenia. The crew generally earns high marks for friendly service, careful attention, and generous portions. Wind can change the route, and one less-friendly captain received criticism, so the crew can shape the day as much as the scenery.

Key points to know before booking

• Fresh eight-flavor dinner: Expect Greek salad, seafood, pasta salad, grilled chicken, grilled eggplant, and other dishes prepared aboard by the chef.
• Private boat for up to 15 people: You are not sharing the catamaran with an unrelated group, which makes this a better fit for families, couples, and celebrations.
• Rhenia swimming stops: The usual route includes two quiet coves around Rhenia, with time for swimming and snorkeling in clear water.
• Weather changes the plan: Strong winds may shift the cruise to Mykonos’ south coast, where you visit beaches and a sheltered cove instead.
• Open bar included: Beer, white wine, sodas, and bottled water are available throughout the cruise, along with a welcome Prosecco.
• Sunset is the finale: The return sail is timed for views of the setting sun from the water, though clouds and wind can affect the view.

Why this private Mykonos cruise feels different

Mykonos is famous for white houses, beach clubs, and crowded summer lanes. From the sea, the island makes more sense. You see the low, dry hills, the bright shoreline, and the changing shape of the coast without fighting traffic or squeezing through a busy town street.

This is also a private charter, not a standard group boat trip. Your group can include up to 15 people, but you do not share the catamaran with strangers. That matters if you are marking a birthday, anniversary, family occasion, or simply want a quieter day on the water.

The cruise lasts about five hours. That gives you enough time for sailing, swimming, dinner, and the sunset without turning the day into a full-day expedition. One comment described a longer outing, so the exact timing may vary, but you should plan around the stated five-hour duration.

The rate is $792.97 per person. That is steep by any normal excursion standard. The value improves if you fill much of the boat, because the price buys private use of the catamaran, crew service, food, drinks, equipment, and a custom-feeling setting. For two people, it is a luxury splurge. For a larger family or celebration group, the cost may feel more reasonable when divided across the whole charter.

Starting at Ornos Bay with a short safety briefing

You meet the hostess at the catamaran company’s point in Ornos Bay, at C8CG+P3, Ornos 846 00, Greece. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you must arrange your own way to the bay. The cruise also ends back at the same meeting point.

The captain collects you from the dock with a tender boat. This is a small practical detail worth noting: you do not simply walk from the shore straight onto the main catamaran. Wear shoes that are easy to remove and be ready for a boat transfer.

After boarding, the crew gives a standard safety briefing. Then the sails go up for roughly an hour of smooth sailing across the Aegean. The focus here is not speed. You get time to settle in, watch the coastline recede, and enjoy the boat before the first swimming stop.

The catamaran has a sunbathing deck, which is one of its most useful features. You can sit in the open air during the sail, though conditions will depend on wind and sun. WiFi and a Bluetooth speaker are also included, giving your group the option to play music while keeping the atmosphere private.

Rhenia’s quiet coves and the first swim

The usual route heads toward Rhenia, an island near Mykonos with quiet coves and clear water. The first stop is described as an unspoiled cove, giving you a chance to swim and use the included snorkeling equipment.

You should think of this as relaxed sea time rather than a formal snorkeling excursion. No special underwater program is described, and the main pleasure is having time to get into the water away from the crowds. If you enjoy swimming, this stop may be one of the strongest parts of the day.

The crew can also help with practical needs. One family outing included snorkeling and stand-up paddle boarding, although paddle boards are not listed among the standard inclusions, so you should not assume they are available on every departure. The listed equipment is snorkeling gear.

The coves are quiet, but the boat remains the base. There is no promise of a beach landing or a long walk onshore. If you want to explore Rhenia on foot, this is not that kind of visit. You come for the water, the views, and the peaceful setting.

A freshly cooked dinner in a second cove

After the first swim, the catamaran sails to another cove. Here, the chef prepares and serves the full meal on board. The dinner is described as an eight-flavor meal, and the dishes can include fresh seafood, Greek salad, pasta salad, grilled prawns, grilled chicken, and grilled eggplant.

The food receives some of the strongest praise attached to this cruise. Portions can be generous. One group of four said there was enough food for ten or more people, while another described the meal as gourmet. That does not mean you should expect a formal restaurant service or a fixed fine-dining menu. It means the cooking is a central part of the cruise, not a minor snack added to the sailing.

The meal is freshly prepared by the chef or chef-sailor on board. That gives the dinner a sense of place that a boxed meal would miss. You are eating Greek-style dishes on a boat, near a quiet cove, with the sea around you. For many people, this will be more memorable than another restaurant meal in Mykonos Town.

If anyone in your group has a food allergy, contact the company before booking. One group received help arranging an allergy-friendly plan, but the details of what can be accommodated are not specified. You should not wait until boarding to raise the issue.

What the open bar includes

A welcome Prosecco starts the cruise. After that, the open bar includes unlimited beer, white wine, sodas, and bottled water.

This selection suits a long afternoon and early evening on the water. It is not presented as a cocktail bar, and spirits are not listed. If your group wants mixed drinks or a particular wine, you should not assume those are available.

The open bar adds real value to the price, especially because drinks are served alongside the meal and during the sailing. Still, it is best viewed as a useful inclusion rather than the main reason to book. The scenery, private boat, food, and sunset carry more weight.

Drink sensibly. Swimming, boat movement, and strong sun do not mix well with overdoing alcohol. Bottled water is included, so use it often.

The second swim and the return toward sunset

After dinner, there is usually time for another swim. The quiet coves and warm sea make this an easygoing part of the cruise, but the amount of swimming depends on the day’s weather and sailing conditions.

Several accounts describe two swimming stops, while a windy outing allowed only one. This is an important point: the captain has to balance safety, comfort, and the route. You may receive a different schedule from the standard plan if the Aegean is rough.

Once the boat turns back toward Mykonos, the sunset becomes the main event. Seeing the sun drop toward the horizon from open water gives you a wide, uncluttered view. Clouds can soften or partly block the sunset, but even a cloudy evening can still produce attractive colors across the sea.

The sunset is especially useful for couples and special occasions. One group celebrated a 50th birthday and had a cake arranged aboard by Captain Konstantinos. That kind of personal touch is not guaranteed, but it shows what may be possible if you communicate your plans in advance.

The windy-weather alternative along Mykonos

The advertised route is not fixed in bad weather. If it is too windy to sail toward Rhenia, the crew may take you along the south coast of Mykonos instead.

This route can include views of well-known beaches and a more sheltered cove away from the crowds. You may still have swimming and snorkeling stops, followed by dinner and a sunset sail. One windy-day outing managed one swim stop and still delivered a satisfying meal and sunset.

This change is not a failure of the cruise. It is a safety decision, and the alternative keeps you on the water while avoiding an uncomfortable crossing. The tradeoff is that you might miss Rhenia or lose one of the planned swimming stops.

If your main goal is a particular island or cove, build some flexibility into your expectations. If your main goal is a private day on the sea with food and sunset, the alternate route should still work well.

Crew service can make or break the day

The crew is praised repeatedly for being warm, attentive, and professional. Names attached to especially positive experiences include Antony and Costa, Paris and George, Michael and Michal, Massimo, Konstantinos, Nikko, and Anthony. The exact crew may vary, but the pattern is clear: good service is a major part of the appeal.

The captain does more than steer. A strong captain can explain the coast, adjust the route, help with photos, and make the schedule feel relaxed. The chef keeps the food moving while also helping create the social side of the outing.

There is one important caution. One account described a captain named David as rude and negative, even while praising the boat, chef Anthony, swimming stops, and sunset. That appears to be an isolated complaint among otherwise very positive feedback, but it is worth acknowledging because a private cruise puts you in close contact with the crew for several hours.

The boat itself is described as clean, comfortable, and well kept. Help getting on and off was also provided to an older participant. The excursion is suitable for most people, but the details do not promise full accessibility, so anyone with mobility concerns should ask before booking.

Who will get the most from this cruise

I would consider this cruise a strong match for:

• Couples who want a sunset setting with dinner and drinks included
• Families who prefer a private boat to a large shared excursion
• Groups celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or other milestones
• Food-focused visitors who want freshly cooked Greek dishes at sea
• Swimmers and casual snorkelers who value quiet coves
• Groups of up to 15 who can share the cost of a private charter

It is less suitable if you want a low-cost boat ride, a packed sightseeing schedule, or a serious snorkeling program. It also may not suit you if you dislike open-water motion or need a precise route regardless of weather.

Children can join, but they must be accompanied by an adult. A child rate applies only when the child shares the boat with four paying adults, so check the final price carefully for your group.

Practical details that matter

You need to arrange your own transport to Ornos Bay. Towels are not included, so bring your own beach towel. Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, food, drinks, and the welcome Prosecco are included.

Booking confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. You must provide each participant’s passport number, full name, year of birth, and country at booking. Keep those details ready if you are reserving close to your travel date.

The cruise is offered in English. It is a private activity, and only your group participates. Group discounts are available, which makes it sensible to ask about the total price for your party rather than judging the per-person rate alone.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book this Mykonos sunset cruise?

Book it if you want a polished, private day on the water and are willing to pay for comfort, food, drinks, and personal service. The strongest reasons are the fresh eight-dish meal, quiet swimming coves, generous open bar, and sunset views from a catamaran rather than from a crowded beach.

I would be more cautious if you are booking for only two people on a tight budget. At $792.97 per person, the cost is difficult to justify as a simple sightseeing trip. For a larger group or a special celebration, the private setting makes much better financial sense.

Ask about the expected route, crew, food allergies, and weather policy before you pay. If you can accept a possible change from Rhenia to Mykonos’ south coast, this is one of the more memorable ways to experience the island.

FAQ

Where does the Mykonos catamaran cruise start?

It starts at Mykonos Catamaran, C8CG+P3, Ornos 846 00, Greece, at Ornos Bay.

Where does the cruise end?

The cruise ends back at the same meeting point in Ornos Bay.

How long does the cruise last?

The stated duration is approximately five hours.

How many people can join the private catamaran?

The private charter has space for up to 15 passengers.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you must arrange transport to and from Ornos Bay.

What food is served?

The cruise includes an eight-flavor dinner freshly prepared on board by the chef. Dishes may include fresh seafood, Greek salad, grilled prawns, pasta salad, grilled chicken, and grilled eggplant.

What drinks are included?

The package includes welcome Prosecco, unlimited beer, white wine, sodas, and bottled water.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included.

What happens if it is too windy?

The crew may change the route and sail along the south coast of Mykonos instead of heading toward Rhenia. Swimming and snorkeling may still be possible, but the number of stops can change.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience starts. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.