Zakynthos Shipwreck & Blue Caves Tour — Navagio Views, Turquoise Swims and Sea Caves
Combine high, cliffside viewpoints with a glass‑bottom boat ride into the Blue Caves and a swim at Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach. This full‑day bus + boat tour pairs panoramic photo stops, a coastal market visit, and time in turquoise water.
The Experience
Before You Go
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
The tour includes swimming and shallow caves; use reef‑friendly sunscreen to protect marine life and your skin.
Wear water shoes
Boat decks and rocky beaches can be slippery—light water shoes improve traction and comfort.
Prepare for boat motion
If you get seasick, take antiemetic medication before boarding; the Aegean can be choppy in wind.
Arrive with cash
The return market sells local products and snacks; small vendors may not accept cards.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Xigia sulfur beach — small pebble beach with mineral waters and a distinct scent
- •Skinari Cape viewpoint — rare endemic plant and panoramic east/west water contrasts
Wildlife
- •Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta)
- •Seabirds such as shearwaters and gulls
Conservation Note
Zakynthos is an important nesting area for loggerhead turtles; visitors are asked to minimize light at night, avoid disturbing nesting sites, and use reef‑safe products.
The rusted hull on Navagio is from the Panagiotis, a freighter wrecked in the 1980s; the island’s coasts reflect centuries of seafaring and small fishing communities.
What to Bring
Swimwear and quick‑dry towelEssential
Essential for the Navagio swim and cave snorkeling stops.
Water shoesEssential
Protects feet on wet decks, pebbled beaches, and when entering caves.
Light windbreaker
Sea spray and open‑boat exposure can be cool in shoulder seasons.
Dry bag or waterproof phone caseEssential
Keeps electronics and valuables dry during boat transfers and swims.
Common Questions
How long is the tour and what’s included?
The tour is about 8–9 hours and includes air‑conditioned bus transfers, the boat leg with Blue Caves access, a swim stop at Navagio, and a visit to a local market; fees and taxes are included.
Is the Navagio beach accessible by land?
Navagio Bay itself is only reachable by boat; viewpoints above the cove can be visited by road for cliffside photos.
Can children and infants join?
Yes — the itinerary is family‑friendly, but infants must sit on an adult’s lap on the boat; bring appropriate flotation and supervision for swimming.
What happens in bad weather?
Operators may cancel if sea or wind conditions make the boat unsafe; bookings usually allow cancellation or rescheduling at least 24 hours prior.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
8–9 hours
Location
Zakynthos, Ionian Islands
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Suitable for people with basic mobility; day includes short walks, boarding small boats, and one hour of swimming.
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