Volcano Days · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 cruises & boat tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get on with packing.
Sail from Athinios Port on a traditional wooden boat with multilingual commentary. Hike Nea Kameni, swim from the boat to Palea Kameni’s sulfur springs, stop at Thirassia, and add a bus ride to Oia for sunset. Bring sturdy shoes, water, and a dark swimsuit.
“all good, guide superb, day was well worth the money, had a great day”
Join an English-guided day trip from Tokyo to Mt Fuji’s 5th Station, Lake Ashi, and Mt Komagatake. You’ll ride a coach, cruise the lake, watch a wadaiko drum performance, and return by non-reserved Kodama Shinkansen. Lunch is optional, and weather can change the route.
“How deeply compassionate the Host and the Bus Operator were in a time when my child was not feeling well, and they were sensitive to her condition.”
Spend 10 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Aya, Kazu, Yuta, or Lisa, visiting Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station and Hakone. The day includes a coach ride, buffet lunch option, ropeway, Lake Ashi cruise, and one-way Shinkansen ride back to Tokyo.
“We had a great time around Mt Fuji, the Hakone Ropeway and lake Ashi cruise. Everything was so well organized. Lovely, our tour guide, made it a really fun, smooth and enjoyable experience. She has a lot of positive energy. The good weather made it possible to have stunning views of Mt Fuji throughout the day!”
You’ll travel from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, enjoy a Japanese buffet, ride the Hakone Ropeway, and cruise Lake Ashi. English-speaking guides such as Tsubasa, Sora, Kazu, and Mao are known for clear directions and lively commentary. Expect an 11-hour day and possible Odawara finish.
“Levin was our tour guide and was amazing. He was organised. We got to see multiple views of Mount Fuji. Lunch was excellent. Loved the pirate ship ride across Ashi Lake.”
Spend five hours aboard a catamaran from Ammoudi Bay, passing the caldera, volcano, hot springs, Aspronisi, lighthouse, and southern beaches. Swim or snorkel at several stops, then enjoy fresh Greek appetizers, BBQ skewers, wine, soft drinks, and music, with hotel transfer available.
“I was hesitant at first to take another catamaran journey on another vacation on another island. I thought once you do one you've done them all. I was COMPLETELY wrong. This is such a unique experience to take in the essence of how beautiful Santorini truly is. Being able to see the South side of the island and see the beauty that exists on the Black, White & Red beaches was surreal. Getting an opportunity to swim/snorkel in the Aegean Sea was breathtaking. And, getting to feel the water temperature difference as we docked by the volcano was awesome. Tack on an authentic Greek barbecue was a good way to…”
From the cruise terminal, explore Lanzarote’s volcanic south with a multilingual guide. The five-hour outing adds La Geria wine country, El Golfo’s Green Lagoon, geothermal displays, and a 25-minute camel ride for €11. The shorter option focuses on Timanfaya and the island’s volcanic scenery.
“we loved it! the guide was animated and knowledgeable.”
Cruise Mallorca’s Bay of Palma from Playa del Arenal, passing Cala Vella, Cap Rocat, and Cala Blava before stopping in clear water for swimming and snorkeling. You get music, sun decks, freshwater showers, a WC, and a bar. The crew speaks Spanish, English, German, French, and Italian.
“Able to swim in the beautiful Mediterranean Sea is unreal”
Cruise from Sharm el Sheikh Marina to Ras Mohammed and White Island with hotel transfers, guided snorkeling, optional scuba, barbecue lunch, and drinks. Guides such as Saeed, Ali, Mohammed, and Mousad have helped nervous swimmers feel safe, though equipment fees, crowds, and changing island conditions require careful planning.
“The trip is okay if you are doing a boat trip in Egypt for the first time. However, we did it multiple times in the past in Sharm and Hurghada and were quite disappointed with this one. The White Island was a spam (we arrived there and there was no island, island was under water). The price you pay here includes only transport and lunch. We we charged 5 euros for snorkeling equipment per piece. You want swimming glasses -5 euro. You want fin -5 euro. Life jacket - another 10 euro. This is totally ridiculous for egyptian standards and you feel you are being ripped off. Lunch was included,…”
Spend about five hours aboard a shared catamaran with a Greek skipper and crew, swimming at Palea Kameni and Red Beach, eating grilled chicken or pork with salads and pasta, and sipping wine or Greek beer. Choose a morning or sunset sailing, with luxury options adding Oia and Ammoudi Bay.
“What an incredible evening!!!! From the moment we got on the boat, the crew was focused on giving us the best experience possible. The boat stopped to let us swim three times and each experience was unique including the volcanic hot springs. The BBQ was delicious including chicken, shrimp, salad, pasta, grape leaves - and they had no issue with my dairy allergy. The evening concluded with a sunset that was simply breathtaking. Thank you to the wonderful crew for giving us this incredible memory. Book this trip immediately!!!”
Spend a full day at sea from Milazzo, with free time on Panarea and Stromboli, then watch Stromboli erupt after sunset. The Italian-speaking crew stays near the volcano for viewing. Bring a jacket, arrive early for a better seat, and prepare for rough water.
“The voice over speakers was hard to hear sometimes .”
Sail from Watanya Marina to Ras Mohammed with guides such as Mohammed, Islam, and Mido. Enjoy two guided snorkeling stops, White Island, an open buffet lunch, drinks, and a modern boat. Hotel pickup is optional, and the $5 marina fee is extra unless prepaid.
“Well organised safety was paramount. The crew were very attentive. The snorkelling was amazing and outstanding in every way. An experience never to be forgotten.”
Ride with Rapids Jet from Aratiatia Scenic Reserve near Taupo for a fast 35-minute run on the Waikato River. Your guide handles the 550-horsepower boat through the Nga Awa Purua rapids, narrow canyons, spins, and pressure waves, with commentary on local wildlife, films, and history. The boat holds up to 11 people.
“Found Rapids Jet last year and had the most incredible time. This was a return visit and it was even better than before. Well organised and Shannon was a very skilled, knowledgable and funny! Can’t recommend this enough!”
Cruise from Fira’s Old Port to Nea Kameni, Palea Kameni, and Thirassia. You’ll hike volcanic trails, swim from the boat toward warm sulfur springs, and enjoy free time for lunch or a walk. Guides such as Roula and Sophia provide commentary, while optional hotel pickup costs extra.
“That was an amazing experience. We loved it! The gide guy was helpful and informative. Boat trip was pleasant and the coast line was stunning.”
Take a guided coach trip from Shinjuku to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station, enjoy a Lake Ashi cruise, ride the Komagatake Ropeway, and watch a Japanese drum show. You can add a Japanese lunch, with vegetarian, Muslim-friendly, and Indian thali choices available.
“We had a great time and our guide Mr.Joe was the best guide ever. Thank you so much Mr.Joe (viator). I love Japan”
Set out from Taupō Marina for 2.5 hours aboard Fearless, a classic sailing yacht, or a catamaran when conditions require it. Hear local stories from guides such as Aaron, Liam, or Danny, view the 14-metre Ngātoroirangi carving, swim in clear lake water, and enjoy a complimentary drink.
“We had a wonderful cruise with great captain and crew who gave us their undivided attention because we happened to be the only 2 people booked on our cruise! It was smooth with no wind which meant only one sail was up for a short time, but this didnt spoil the fabulous experience on Lake Taupo. We learnt so much about the lake and also the town”
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