Top 11 Private Transfers in the World

1.Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,209 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $151Our pick

Spend about five hours aboard a small catamaran with a crew such as Captain John, George, or Elena. Swim at Mesa Pigadia and a quiet cove, visit the hot springs, view the caldera from sea level, and enjoy a BBQ buffet with Greek wine. Daytime and sunset departures are available.

“Absolutely incredible. The captain and crew on the Evanna could not have been better. Was a wonderful experience from start to finish”

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2.Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,712 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71Best value

Set out from Puerto Colón on Monte Cristo Catamaran for three hours of whale and dolphin watching. A small group of up to 24 people, onboard guides, drinks, tapas, coastal views, and a swimming stop keep the outing relaxed. South Tenerife hotel pickup is available by request.

“Lovely trip, excellent value for money, amazing guides and most importantly, saw the whales! And they were beautiful 😍”

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3.Ile Aux Cerfs Catamaran Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,922 reviews · 7 hours · from $110

Join Freshverde Holidays for a seven-hour catamaran trip from Trou d’Eau Douce to Ile aux Cerfs. Expect a Grand River South East waterfall stop, snorkeling, a three-course BBQ lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers. Crews such as Billy, Chris, and their family teams are known for attentive service and lively music.

“The whole trip was amazing even when it rained on our way back. Our boat captain, and his family dud everything to keep us happy, plenty of food and run. His sons, were polite and even Alex ensured the playlist keep everyone in good spirits.”

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4.Santorini Sunset Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, drinks, transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,170 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

Cruise Santorini’s coast aboard a catamaran for up to 20 people, with stops at Red Beach, White Beach, the hot springs, and the volcano. You’ll get hotel transfers, snorkeling gear, towels, a fresh Greek BBQ, drinks, and a sunset sail if you select the afternoon departure.

“Very peaceful cruise with great views and good food. Even though the weather was not the best the cruise was still a lot of fun”

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5.Luxury Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open bar & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,047 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $169

Sail from Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada with Captain Leo, Heleni, or another Spiridakos crew member. Swim near Palea Kameni, Mesa Pigadia, and White Beach, enjoy a Greek BBQ buffet with wine and cocktails, and watch Santorini from the water with up to 20 passengers.

“Captain and crew were amazing! Great trip with beautiful scenery and swimming locations. Highly recommend making this part of your visit to Santorini.”

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6.Sunset Catamaran Tour with Transfer, Buff & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 761 reviews · 3 hours · from $73

Sail from Puerto Colón with an English and Spanish speaking crew, looking for pilot whales and dolphins before anchoring near the coast for tapas, drinks, and a sunset. Hotel pickup covers Playa Paraíso, Costa Adeje, Playa de Las Américas, and Los Cristianos. Some departures include a chance to swim.

“Amazing boat trip and saw lots of whales! We were so lucky to spot some special big whales as well and they were simply magnificent! The sunset was spectacular! I also loved the music played on the boat which was really uplifting! Thank you so much for this wonderful trip of a lifetime!”

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7.Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 568 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about five hours sailing from Ammoudi or Athinios, with hotel pickup, stops at the hot springs, Red Beach, and White Beach, plus snorkeling, a cooked-onboard BBQ, Santorinian wine, soft drinks, and water. The English-speaking crew handles safety, music, and the return transfer.

“Well that was an amazing tour! Unbelievable. Best tour. The crew was amazing, the skewers were fan frickintastic. And then there was the view…. Breath taking. best bang for your dollar. Highly recommend.”

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8.Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise with Transfer, Buffet by MC

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 550 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71

Cruise from Puerto Colón with Monte Cristo Catamaran for about three hours, watching pilot whales and dolphins, then stopping to swim and snorkel. The crew serves tapas, fruit, snacks, beer, soft drinks, and champagne. Hotel transfers cover much of southern Tenerife by request.

“Fantastic trip, everything was arranged really well. Transfer was great and not busy. Food and drinks on board was top class. Crew were excellent and knowledgeable. We saw lots of pilot whales- highly recommended”

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9.Catamaran Cruise with Lunch, Drinks and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 451 reviews · 5 hours · from $123

Join a five-hour catamaran cruise from Mykonos with an English-speaking crew, a photo stop near Delos, two hours at a Rhenia cove, onboard Greek lunch, homemade rosé, snorkeling gear, and SUP access. Pickup is optional, and sunset departures may be available.

“The best captain ever and the best thing we did in mykonos”

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10.Santorini Luxury Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 422 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $133

You’ll sail from Amoudi Port to Santorini’s volcanic caldera, Palea Kameni, White Beach, and Red Beach aboard a catamaran for up to 20 people. Expect hotel transfers, swimming stops, towels, snorkel gear, a Greek barbecue, wine, beer, and soft drinks. The boat may motor rather than sail.

“Scenery was wonderful, food was delicious, and the captain's music playlist was great! I'd recommend this tour to anyone who wishes for an amazing day.”

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11.Private Catamaran Charter with Transfer, Buffet and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Take a private catamaran from Puerto Colón along Tenerife’s south coast, with a flexible route, whale and dolphin spotting, swimming, snorkeling gear, lunch, snacks, and drinks. Hotel pickup is available within 20 kilometers of the port. The boat has a restroom, shaded seating, a sundeck, and a flybridge.

“We celebrated a 50th birthday and it was an absolutely amazing day. Everything was very well organised, we were picked up on time, and the crew were so friendly and welcoming. There were loads of drinks, the food was excellent, and we were lucky enough to see lots of dolphins too. A truly special experience from start to finish.”

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