Semi-Private Sunset Sailing Trip to Dia Island, Heraklion with lunch & free drinks

This semi-private sunset sailing trip departs from Heraklion harbor at 14:30, reaching Dia Island in the early afternoon and returning as the sun goes down over the Cretan Sea. With a limited number of guests on board, the experience is unhurried and easy from the moment you step on deck. No transfers, no logistics: you meet the captain at the harbor and everything else is taken care of. On board, you're welcomed with a drink and a snack before the safety briefing and departure. The sail north to Dia Island takes around an hour, arriving at Saint George Bay: a sheltered anchorage with calm, clear water and a rugged, undeveloped coastline well away from the busier beaches around Heraklion. Free time at anchor gives you the choice of swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, or fishing, with all equipment provided by the crew at no extra cost. The chef then serves a meal on board: pasta with pesto or pasta with tomato sause, fresh Greek salad, fruits and unlimited wine or soft drinks. The boat raises anchor and sails back toward Heraklion as the light drops, arriving after sunset. Dia Island is a protected Natura 2000 nature reserve, home to Caretta caretta sea turtles that can often be spotted in the water around the bay. Your captain and on-board chef handle everything while you're at sea. The afternoon departure works well for anyone who wants a slower morning in Heraklion before heading out, and the sunset return gives the trip a natural close to the day. A children's menu and vegan menu are both available with 24 hours' notice.