Daily Cruise - Koufonissia & Rina Cave
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Naxos, Greece
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the spectacular coast of Naxos by sea with this boat tour that covers the top sights in one day. Set sail from Agia Anna on board a traditional wooden boat, stopping for a swim at Kato Koufonissi and Rina Cave. Relax over an on-board barbecue lunch and bask on the sun deck before setting off for Ano Koufonissi. Spend the afternoon swimming at the island’s beaches and visiting the village by land before returning to Naxos.
- A scenic boat trip around Naxos on board a charming wooden boat
- Stops to swim, sunbathe, and enjoy a traditional Greek barbecue lunch
- Dock at Ano Koufonissi to visit its beaches and picturesque town
- A group boat tour to keep the cost down without sacrificing fun
What's Included
- LunchBarbecue on board! Water, Soft Drinks, Local Wine Salad (Tomato, potato, pepper and onion) Tzatziki Fresh Bread Pork or chicken skewers (Souvlaki) Fresh fruits Choice for a Vegan Menu
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- WiFi on board
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Jason Daily CruisesAg. Anna 843 00, Greece
Meeting Point: Agia Anna Port Please be at the port at 8:45 a.m. for check-in. Departure Time: 9:15 a.m. (Approximately 6 km from Naxos Town)
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:00 am
Itinerary
1
Kato Koufonisi
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Ano Koufonissia
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
3
Ρίνα
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Duration: 9 hours Itinerary: 1st Stop – Kato Koufonisi: Enjoy swimming in crystal-clear waters and a relaxing lunch on board. 2nd Stop – Ano Koufonissi: Spend 2 hours exploring the magnificent island, strolling through charming alleys, and discovering hidden beaches. Final Stop – Rina Cave: End the day with a swim inside the stunning sea cave, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and turquoise waters.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Ian_M
We had a great time and highly recommend this excursion. The day was perfectly planned. We enjoyed the swimming opportunities, the bbq lunch and the free time on Ano Koufonissia. The crew was wonderful and really added to the fun. Also, the beach at Koufonissia was the best we have seen anywhere!
Reviews
4.8
based on 131 reviews
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Danielle_V, Jul 2026
Lovely, chill vibes! Boat ride out to first stop is a little longer than I anticipated, but it was wonderfully peaceful just looking at the sea and sky, and hearing the sounds of the water. Crew was great! They also served a delicious lunch! A great alternative to sitting on the beach - and we had a lot of water time!
Laura_M, Jun 2026
Fun boat ride when sea is not too choppy. Our trip end of June was good. The water was quite chilly but you got used to it. Bbq lunch good!
Celine_G, Jun 2026
Amazing staff, really nice tour!
Would definitely recommend if you're staying in Naxos to discover the island and it's surroundings.
Kimberly_t, Jun 2026
A fun trip with AMAZING food. Staff were fun and friendly. My daughter’s favorite on our 15 day trip in Greece. She loved the cliff jumping!!!! Thank you for the experience.
Heather_A, May 2026
Myself and my young adult kids absolutely recommend! We had such a fun day on the water with this exceptional crew! The BBQ on the boat tasted fantastic - and of course the wine :-) Swimming in the cave, cliff diving and visiting Koufonissia was such a good mix of activity for everyone. My family loves to be on the water and this day exceeded our expectations!
Daniel_B, May 2026
A very up beat tour with lots of great views. It was their first tour of the 2026 season and we really were happy to be a part of that.
Take a float noodle to swim into the cave. It was amazing iridescent blue inside.
Shelly_B, May 2026
Hosts are amazing! Food was great! Drinks were great. The only reason I am leaving a 4 & not a 5 is because of the time commitment and number of people that are on the boat. It was a long day and quite a few people on the boat. I loved the experience and the areas we saw so I am not sure if they can break this up but 9 hours is a bit too long for this excursion.
Andrea_T, Sep 2025
Absolutely an amazing day!! The crew was fabulous and we met many new friends….very easily! Gr8 food
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review!
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic day and that the crew made it even more special. Creating a friendly, social atmosphere where people can easily connect is something we really value, so it’s wonderful to know you met new friends along the way.
And of course, we’re glad you enjoyed the food too! 😄
We hope to see you again on board for another great day at sea!
Team Jason Daily Cruises ⛵💦
Ava_F, Sep 2025
We loved this boat trip. The stops were wonderful and we had such a great time meeting others on the boat. The swimming spots were great choices and we LOVED Koufonisia, such a cute town to visit and see. The lunch was great and I think the value for this trip was incredible, I would recommend to anyone going.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
We’re delighted to hear that you loved the boat trip and enjoyed meeting fellow travelers on board. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the swimming spots and fell in love with the charm of Koufonisia.
We’re also glad you enjoyed the lunch and found the trip to be such great value. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable day on the Greek waters!
Team Jason Daily Cruises ⛵💦
Ian_M, Sep 2025
We had a great time and highly recommend this excursion. The day was perfectly planned. We enjoyed the swimming opportunities, the bbq lunch and the free time on Ano Koufonissia. The crew was wonderful and really added to the fun. Also, the beach at Koufonissia was the best we have seen anywhere!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great time and that the day was perfectly planned for you. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the swimming spots, the BBQ lunch, and the free time on Ano Koufonissia.
We’re especially happy that our crew helped make the experience even more fun and memorable. And we couldn’t agree more 🇬🇷💙 the beach at Koufonissia is truly something special!
We hope to welcome you back on board for another amazing day in the Greek waters!
Team Jason Daily Cruises ⛵💦
John_M, Sep 2025
The boat tour was well organized and enjoyable, With the length of the tour (9 hours) it was a benefit to get off the boat for a few hours to tour the island. Lunch was excellent. Swimming spots were great.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your review!
We’re delighted to hear that you found the boat tour well organized and enjoyable. It’s wonderful that you appreciated having time to explore the island, enjoyed the excellent lunch, and loved the swimming spots.
We hope to welcome you back on board for another memorable day in the Greek waters! 🇬🇷💙
Team Jason Daily Cruises ⛵💦
Justin_L, Sep 2025
Full day excursion.
Well organized. Our host, Paulina, was exceptional.
Locations visited were beautiful.
A large part of the day is spent sitting on the boat waiting to get to the next destination. If they could find a way to shorten the day by a couple hours it would be a much better experience.
The greatest complaint would be the overcrowding of the boat. The excursion is WAY over sold and the ship quite crowded. For the price, a smaller group would have been preferred.
All in all, a fun yet very average experience.
If you have several days in Naxos worth a try. If limited on time, maybe spend time elsewhere.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We’re glad to hear that you found the excursion well organized, enjoyed the beautiful locations, and that Paulina made a positive impression as your host.🙏
We also appreciate your honest comments regarding the length of the day and the number of guests on board. We understand that a more intimate group can make the experience feel more comfortable. Please note that this particular trip is a full-day excursion because Koufonissia is farther away, which is why it’s designed as a longer journey. For those looking for a shorter experience, we also offer other boat trips that explore nearby areas in fewer hours.
We’re happy you still found the day fun, and we hope that if you visit Naxos again, we might have the chance to provide an even better experience.
Team Jason Daily Cruises 🌊⛵
Eryn_H, Aug 2025
Perfect day trip! The locations visited were beautiful (I especially appreciated the ample time to explore Koufonissia independently), food was great, but the crew really made the day special. I was traveling solo and felt so well taken care of by the whole team.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful locations, our food, and especially the care from our crew. We’re glad you felt welcomed and well looked after during your solo trip, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another adventure soon!
Team Jason Daily Cruises ⛵💦
Mary_K, Aug 2025
Great crew excellent food. Excellent experience overall. Glad to see they played Greek music and kept the experience authentic. Well done
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the crew, the food, and the authentic Greek experience with music. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable day on the water!⛵💦
Smeon_T, Aug 2025
We had a fantastic experience on our cruise the staff were friendly and entertaining.
BBQ lunch was cooked freshly and served at once.
We had plenty of time to enjoy every stop and swim too,
Thank you to the amazing crew
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the freshly cooked BBQ, the stops for swimming, and the friendly, entertaining crew. Your kind words mean a lot, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic day on the water!⛵💦
Rafal_D, Aug 2025
It was a great trip and amazing service provided by the whole team. Great views and good swim inside the cave
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the trip, the amazing service from our team, and the swim inside the cave.
We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable day on the water!⛵💦
Trisha_S, Jul 2025
It was just too much. The day needed more balance. We started getting on the boat with too many people, it was too crowded to move around. You were stuck in the spot you got when you boarded. Which was rough since you then had a two hour ride before you even got off the boat, way too long to the first stop. The stop was great, gorgeous and clear beautiful waters. We also had lunch and the food itself was really good... But because it was too many people, there was a line where there is no room for a line, where we were sitting and eating. So we were cramped even more, with food, with stranger's crotches inches from our plate or water from their suits/trunks dripping on our plate they were so close..Too. many. People. Or there needs to be better organization at lunch time. Then you go another 30-40 minutes before getting to the island where they let you free for about 3 hours...too long. The area is so small, a few shops and a beach with some food places but you already ate and if you want to get out of the sun your stuck and the only thing left to do is the beach. Too long. I was watching the clock to return. Back on the boat and another 30-40 minutes to the cave. Again, beautiful spots and the swimming stops were great then you're back on the boat for another two hours back to the port, sticky, wet, sandy and crowded. I couldn't wait to return. To make this more enjoyable one of the "toos" need to go. Too many people and a shorter trip, okay. Or too long of a trip but you can move on the boat, okay. Too long AND too many people, makes for a less than enjoyable experience. The crew was super nice, the lunch was actually really good, and the swimming was the highlight but a total of 1 hour (if that) of swimming on a 9 hour boat trip..oy.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We sincerely apologize that the trip felt overcrowded and that the schedule impacted your experience. We truly appreciate your compliments about the crew, the lunch, and the swimming stops, and we will take your comments into account to improve organization and the balance of our excursions. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us create a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests.
vasiliki_b, Jul 2025
It’s a long excursion so be prepared with lots of sunscreen and towels. Also, if you get motion sickness, bring meds to help you cope with any nausea (especially on windy days). The crew was amazing - we had a great time.
Elizabeth_S, Jul 2025
The tour stops are excellent and the guides provide a good amount of time to enjoy each. The food provided was delicious and the guides very helpful.
JingPing_N, Jun 2025
The crew members are friendly and energetic. The journey to Koufonisia took about 2 hours + and the swim was not bad, but the water was really cold despite the hot weather. Be sure to bring a towel to cover yourselves after the swim. A few beaches in Koufonisia Island and the water was clear.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
We are delighted to hear that you found our crew friendly and energetic – they always strive to ensure our guests have an enjoyable experience.Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back on board for another memorable trip in the future!
JASON DAILY CRUISES TEAM
John_K, Jun 2025
Best value for money trip you can do, would happily do it again. Diving in the open sea was a great experience
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback!
We’re thrilled to hear that you found the trip to be such great value for money, and we’re happy it made such an impression on you.
JASON DAILY CRUISES TEAM
Brandon_G, Jun 2025
Awesome experience, great on deck crew as well to assist with everything you need. The lunch was fantastic & very well organized. Great opportunity to jump in the water & swim around Rina Cave & explore the island of Ano Koufonisi.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your fantastic review!
We’re so glad to hear that you had such an awesome experience! Our crew will be delighted to know that their assistance made your trip even more enjoyable.
JASON DAILY CRUISES TEAM
Christina_S, Jun 2025
Great way to view the coastline and have an opportunity to get in the water and experience the cave, cliff jumping and cute town.
Snorkel activity was great but they ran out of noodles for floating fast & half the people didn’t get one.
The meal was great! I ordered a vegetarian meal and it was incredible! The rest of the people had pork kabobs. 2 people in our party don’t eat pork so that was a little disappointing. They had chicken as well but when asked they said it was for religious reasons only and the boat crew ended up eating it.
Wine & water were served! Both good & enough for all.
I almost canceled a few times prior to event due to windy conditions. I was so worried about getting sick. I took a Dramamine when I boarded and another when we were about to head back from the furthest stop and I was completely fine.
It was a fun experience and would definitely do it again!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your insightful and honest feedback! We’re sorry to hear about the shortage of floating noodles, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention—we’ll certainly make sure to have enough for everyone in the future.
Regarding the meals, we understand the disappointment concerning dietary preferences, and we thank you for pointing this out. We would like to note that it is important for customers to inform us in advance about their dietary preferences so that we can properly prepare the menu. If this information has not been provided, it is not always possible for us to know the specific needs of our guests.
We’re also pleased to hear that you felt comfortable despite the windy conditions. We always want to make sure our guests feel at ease, and it’s great to know that the Dramamine helped you have a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Thank you again for sharing your experience.
JASON DAILY CRUISES TEAM
jolandamagana, May 2025
Excellent crew, excellent food, excellent scenery. This was the best tour on our trip to the Island of Naxos.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for your amazing review!
We’re so glad to hear that you had such a fantastic time on the tour!
JASON DAILY CRUISES TEAM
Rebecca_J, Oct 2024
We had a blast!!! Seriously so much fun! They provided swimming gear which was great. I felt like the trip had just the right balance of swimming and time exploring another island. Definitely one of my favorite parts of our time in Naxos!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your time to leave us your experience with us! Team Jason Daily Cruises ⛵💦🇬🇷
Toni_G, Sep 2024
This was a great day out and visiting a couple of great swimming spots. The lunch was very good and enjoyed as freshly BBQ’d on the boat. The Island we visited was very pretty and well worth the trip just to see that.
Alice_M, Sep 2024
The swimming spots were absolutely gorgeous and the food was delicious. The crew were fun and ran a very well organised and memorable journey. We loved it!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
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Lori_R, Sep 2024
First of all, the crew were very friendly and courtious, it was well organized. The grilled lunch was fantastic and the beverages plentiful. Bathrooms clean.
Our only issue, and speaking with other passengers was it was a bit to long with to much time on the boat. I think it could have been improved by not doing the island stop and doing a trip around Naxos to get a better view of the island. You’re on the boat for two hours before doing anything. We did a similar boat trip in Croatia and have that to compare it to. Maybe a first timer would feel differently.
Shannyn_J, Sep 2024
This was such a great experience. The crew were super laid back and very personable. The bbq lunch was on the deck of the boat cooked up by the crew themselves and after a hour or so swimming around the quiet beach exploring the area it hit the spot!
Rina cave was the last stop before cruising home under the sunset and it’s such a cool spot! The water is deep at the entrance of the cave and you can actually climb above the top of the cave entrance and jump/ dive off. Awesome fun for anyone keen enough to have a go.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
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circetorruellas, Sep 2024
This was tons of fun, the food was very yummy and our main guide the best. I would have liked more time at the cave and maybe less time in the island we visited- that part fell rush. Also this tour is pretty packed so if you are hoping for a more personalized experience this is not it. But if you just want to get to the water, see more Greek island beauty and enjoy some good Greek bbq, in an affordable way- then go for it. My friend and I had a lot of fun.
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