Cyclades · Greece — 36.39°N, 25.46°E

Boat rental in Santorini: compare every platform

Q: Do I need a license to rent a boat in Santorini?

In Greece, operators commonly rent boats up to 30 hp without a license , after a briefing and a signed waiver; above that, license or skipper. The local port police always has the final say on its waters — your operator knows the exact rule for their bay, ask when booking.

From Santorini, the Cyclades open up to sailboats and catamarans alike — legendary waters where prices vary widely between platforms. Boat-Comparator aggregates real offers and lets you book directly with the operator.

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Santorini's waters, in practice

The Santorini caldera, a marine crater with lava walls where depths quickly pass a hundred metres. Wind-wise: a meltemi that accelerates along the walls — inside the caldera, buoys and skippered trips are the norm.

Departures, day-trip classics and season

Departures: the small Vlychada harbour on the island’s south side. The local classics: the red and white caldera cliffs, the Palea Kameni hot springs, Thirassia and Oia at sunset. High season: from May to October, sunset being the island’s flagship product.

How it works

Enter your dates and party size: Boat-Comparator queries Boataround, SamBoat, Click&Boat and GlobeSailor in parallel, gathers the boats available in Santorini and ranks them by real price. You then book directly on the platform, under its guarantees. Free, no sign-up.

Not sure which platform to trust? Read our comparison and our detailed reviews: Click&Boat, SamBoat, Boataround, GlobeSailor.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a boat rental cost in Santorini?

Roughly €100–250 per day for a license-free boat, €200–600 for a RIB, more for motorboats, sailboats and catamarans. Boat-Comparator compares the real prices published by the platforms at the time of your search.

Do I need a license to rent a boat in Santorini?

In Greece, operators commonly rent boats up to 30 hp without a license, after a briefing and a signed waiver; above that, license or skipper. The local port police always has the final say on its waters — your operator knows the exact rule for their bay, ask when booking.

Which platforms list boats in Santorini?

Boat-Comparator queries Boataround, SamBoat, Click&Boat and GlobeSailor live, showing price, photo, rating and booking link for every offer.

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