Corfu Wooden Vessel Tour: Snorkeling, BBQ, Open Bar

Embark on a full-day cruise from Corfu in a classic wooden vessel. Swim, snorkel, and indulge in a traditional Greek BBQ lunch while enjoying stunning views of picturesque villages and crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea.

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Corfu Old Town - Rich in history and full of charm, Corfu’s Old Town is a fascinating destination that takes visitors on a journey through time. Situated on the eastern coast of Corfu’s lush island, this UNESCO World Heritage site features a distinctive mix of architectural styles, showcasing its vibrant history and the diverse cultures that have…
What's Included
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch
  • Free Wifi
What's Not Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
Additional Information

This daily tour offers a distinctive and genuine experience, blending the allure and elegance of a traditional wooden vessel with the chance to enjoy water activities such as snorkeling, a classic Greek BBQ lunch, and an open bar. The tour includes three swimming stops in secluded coves that are inaccessible by car.
This full-day excursion reveals the…

Location
CruiseMeUp | Cruises in Corfu
Eleftheriou Venizelou
Please locate our wooden boat called Koryfo in the old port of Corfu or type cruisemeup in google maps. The Boat is located across Cabal Bar
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Brandonjames_r
Jul 13, 2025
Boat trip - A good boat trip that's not too overcrowded. Three stops, all of which you jump off the boat into the sea if you wish to get ashore. Stunning scenery. Lunch, drinks and snacks also included and of good quality. Staff very friendly and approachable, timing wise I would say the trip length was just about right, not to long and not to short.
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Kristyn_r
Jul 12, 2025
Great Full Day On And In The Water!! - Did this cruise as the passenger of a more traditional cruise ship and it worked out well for our port day in Corfu. The meeting spot and boat were about a 20-30 minute walk, right along the water. I was early and even had a little time to get into town for a little souvenier shopping. The boat was easy to find and check-in was simple, we were also greeted with a nice array of breads and juices for a little breakfast treat. We sailed promptly and it took about an hour to reach our first destination. It was a very warm day and not all areas of the deck are shaded, so if that's important then you might want to consider where you plan to sit (the back of the boat seemed the most consistent with respect to providing shade). I moved about halfway through our outbound trip, which helped mitigate some of the heat before we hit the water. The boat itself was very clean and well kept with plenty of seating and good cushions. On our way out we were treated to a yummy snack (bread/cheese/tomato) and told a little bit about the island and where we were headed. When we reached our first destination in a little protected cove, we had about 20-30 minutes in the water, which was cool enough to be refreshing. As is made clear on the tour's posting, they do not provide snorkel gear but I and a few other parties brought our own. There were a few hundred fish here over 4-6 species, more as you get closer to shore or the rocks that like the area. The water was maybe 15-20 feet deep and relatively clear. There were a few other boats/groups to navigate but everyone seemed careful with swimmers in the water and there was little in the way of wind/waves or current. After our swim break we traveled north a bit to our longest stop of the day, which I think was an old fishing ground. It was easy to see why, as there were thousands of fish here, all the way from the sand on up to the surface. I swam back and forth across this lagoon area a couple of times just to enjoy the different types of environments present, from sea grass to sand bottoms to rocks and little tide pools. While I stayed in the water, others of our group chose to go to the little bit of beach bordering the water, as did members of other tour present as well as smaller boats that came and went. After our two hours at this spot it was time to move on again, though as we sailed this time we were served a very yummy kebab/salad lunch. Additionallly, there were juices still available as well as some soda, as well as other drinks for purchase. Shortly after we finished eating we were at our third destination for the day, another small cove that was lined with seagrass. This spot was a bit warmer than the first two and also held a good number of fish, though not quite as many as earlier stops. Again, we had about 20-30 minutes to enjoy this final swimming opportunity before it was back again to Corfu. On the way back, once you were dry from swimming, it did become hot rather quickly and could be difficult to find a shaded spot on deck. I did eventually get one at the side of the boat but it was a bit tight as other's in the group were also about done with sunshine for the day. So again, pick your spot wisely if you are looking to either wordship or avoid the sun while sailing. As a nice refresher, slices of melon were served on the way back to Corfu. We arrived back in port right on time and I was able to make it back to my cruise ship by about 5pm, giving me a buffer before all aboard. This is an all day trip that I did do comfortably as a cruise ship passenger without worries of missing my return time, though it will take up nearly your entire day should you also arrive in a similar fashion. So if you are looking for a chance to escape the tourist crowds as the headliner sites in Corfu and spend a day on and in the water, this is a great option, complemented by good food to boot. It was a highlight of my cruise/vacation and I'd certainly recommend it or even do it a second time.
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Krisv253
Jul 11, 2025
Best Cruise Excursion Experience - The Cruise Me Up team gave us a warm welcome from the moment we entered the ship but they really lifted the level of hospitality during the whole day. The day itself was balanced perfectly with several swimming stops, beach moments and last but not least the great food experience. We enjoyed from beginning till end and a big shout out to their staff!
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Jasminebs6305dg
Jul 10, 2025
The highlight of our holiday - This boat trip was absolutely incredible. The boat itself was very clean and had plenty of seating areas, in the sun and in shade. The crew were so attentive throughout and were always on hand to talk to, ask questions, and serve drinks. Drinks were available at all times with a large selection. The food was amazing, the dakos they served mid morning was delicious and I didn't think I liked feta. The boat, during our trip, had maximum of 25 people on and there was plenty of space for everyone to sit and walk around. It stopped three times at stunning beaches and allowed everyone to get off and go for a swim. It was the highlight of our holiday, very good value for what you receive and I strongly recommend to anyone visiting Corfu.
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Addictedtravel
Jul 9, 2025
Amazing Corfu cruise…. - Such a great day. Crew were amazing and the places we went to were awesome. Food was great as well. Just an all round enjoyable day with family and friends.
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Lauren_m
Jul 8, 2025
Wonderful day! - Wonderful day on the open blue waters of Corfu. The crew was attentive, friendly and helpful. The food a Greek BBQ was awesome, the bruchetta was fabulous! Loved swimming in the warm blue sea multiple times. Thank you for a fantastic day!
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271sheenas
Jul 7, 2025
The BEST of All Cruise Worlds (Swim, Eat, Sail) - The CruiseMeUp team were so welcoming and professional, but most importantly, they created such a safe space for us all to be ourselves! We’ve been to multiple “boat cruises” from Ibiza and other trips, and while there was a max of about 35 people, there is no compromise on quality at all! In fact, we actually preferred it this way so we didn’t feel like we were packed in a can of sardines. The trip there and back were spaced in a perfect balance, with the food and swimming stop ratio making the experience an overall MUST! We will definitely be back again and can’t recommend CruiseMeUp enough! Bonus points: get there an hour and a half earlier so you can enjoy fine delicious breakfast right across the pier! Their staff was very understanding too and made sure we got our food and bill early enough to make the trip without issue.
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Aaron_w
Jul 5, 2025
The boat tour was a short... - The boat tour was a short taxi ride away from the cruise port and was walkable if you are so inclined (we walked back). The tour was exactly as described. The crew was very friendly, the water was refreshing, and the lunch was great. I think they could do with a few less people onboard. We had 38 people onboard even though Viator says a maximum of 35. This caused crowding during lunch and when people were trying to order drinks. Water, juice, soft drinks, and wine were included. They also offered mixed drinks and beer for a charge. I would suggest only offering the free drinks (possibly including beer) and removing the mixed drinks as it was a slow process to make them and crowded that area of the boat.
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John_r
Jul 3, 2025
Perfect day - Fantastic day out, beautiful boat with a crew to match. Not crowded with plenty of room. The three stops were quiet and picturesque.
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M7772irheidid
Jul 2, 2025
YES - Staff are so lovely, joking around and talking to everyone that wanted to talk or know more about the islands and greece in general. Food was genuinely some of the best food i’ve had here. would 10000% recommend these guys and this cruise, it was beautiful! Thank you chef!
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From $126
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).