Sail away for a day with Balboa
We specialise in private yacht cruises with captain & crew for 2 to 10 guests.
Based from Argostoli we focus on sailing along the stunning south west coasts of Kefalonia.
Choose from our classic 6 hour day cruise or a deluxe 9 hour cruise with a sunset end to your day at sea.
A private cruise is for couples, families & friends who prefer more space, privacy and the luxury treat of a sailing yacht to themselves.
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Welcome aboard introduction
to Balboa & safety procedure
Depart Argostoli
Cruise to Seal Cove - 1 hour stop
swim / snorkel / paddleboard
& seal spotting
Cruise to White Rocks Beach - explore beaches, caves, snorkel, swim and lunch onboard Balboa
sailing /cruise along south kefalonia
Return Argostoli 16.00 - 4 pm
Approx 3 hours on anchor / swim stops & 3 hours sailing / motoring depending on wind conditions.
Boat with 2 crew base rate €100 per hour 2-6 guests plus food /drinks
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Capture the stunning greek sunset in a secluded cove with family of seals .
4 hours onboard with swimming/ snorkelling price from 400 euros
Add drinks and greek mezze snacks
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Our deluxe 9 hour full day tour allows more time for sailing the yacht, extra swim /beach stop, extra time at each swim stop, an optional beachfront seafood taverna lunch stop and we end the day in a stunning cove for sunset with a family of wild seals. Greek mezze nibbles and drinks available throughout the cruise.
Please see our food/ drinks above in menu for full details.
Departure will be timed with sunset and vary through the season from
11 am to 8 pm or 12 noon to 9pm
Welcome aboard with glass of bubbles / bucks fizz.
Captains introduction to Balboa yacht & safety procedures.
1 hour cruise passing historical ghost village farsa en route to idyllic remote bay for first refreshing swim stop.
Lunchstop ..option Best of Greece mixed Mezze onboard yacht or we go ashore at captain's favourite seafood taverna ..choice is yours
Afternoon sailing / cruising with various stops at beautiful beaches and bays only accessable by boat.
Sunset swim at captain's favourite spot - Seal Cove with family of resident monk seals & return to Argostoli Between 8 / 9 pm.
Fantastic selection of cocktail bars and restaurants on the harbour front for evening ashore.
Boat with 2 crew base rate €100 per hour x 9 plus food/drinks
See below for full pricing details
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We welcome bookings from guests on visiting cruise ships throughout the season and offer a bespoke day cruise on Balboa to fit in with your arrival / departure times.
Enjoy the space of a private tour of the local coastline and remote beaches/ bays away from the thousands of other passengers on your cruise.
Discover hidden and secluded parts of Kefalonia that no other tours can offer you. 2 - 10 guests only on Balboa.
We will meet and greet you at the cruise ship quay and escort you to Balboa, a 15 min walk along the lovely harbour front.
In our experience we can usually fit in most of our day cruise option depending on your ships timings and suggest the 6 hour day cruise blocked off will give you 4-5 hours on Balboa. We return to port 1 hour before ships departure ensuring a relaxed experience.
Select day cruise option with note on booking form of your cruise ship name and approx arrival time in Argostoli.
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We welcome enquiries from you regarding special occasions. An amazing day sailing Balboa is quite often enough for a day to remember but we can add cakes, candles, champagne, balloons or flowers.
From honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays or even a special farewell for a loved one’s ashes we offer a special day to remember and will aim to fulfil your needs.
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We serve a fantastic best of Greece mixed mezze onboard, including sliced meats, salami, cheeses, pastries, Greek salad, hummus, dolmades, fruit and fresh bread.
Perfect for all ages and anytime of the day. vegetarian and vegan friendly.
Our icebox is stocked with quality local wines, Greek beers, soft drinks (soda’s) & bottled mineral water
Deluxe Day Cruise offers a choice of dining ashore at the captain's favourite beachfront taverna for the best local seafood with transfer to shore by dinghy. Allow 1.5 -2 hours of the cruise for this option and must be reserved in advance.
Cakes and celebration Prosecco or Champagne can be arranged by request
Take a step into your imagination and experience a day cruising on your very own private sailing yacht. Just for you & your family or maybe a special occasion with your closest friends? For couples, we offer a unique date and you can have the whole boat with the love of your life with complimentary bubbly
Now, add extra magic, your own Captain who knows the very best of the Ionian islands and will show you his favourite locations while you sit back, relax and be looked after by our crew.
Dive into crystal clear waters, snorkel, paddleboard and explore deserted beaches at any of our 3 secluded swim stops.
Enjoy al fresco Best of Greece Mezze lunch in the shaded cockpit surrounded by dazzling turquoise waters. The drinks are ice cold from the cooler, the music is chilled and perfect too.
With the afternoon Ionian breeze we cruise back to port under sail over a couple of hours, perfect to sit back, relax and take in the views.
For those who want to get more involved and learn how to sail a cruising yacht we can show you how to handle the sails, navigate and even take the wheel and steer the yacht.
Welcome to Balboa private cruises, where we aim to deliver dreams and be the highlight of your holiday on Kefalonia.
Why choose a private cruise ?
Prices 2024 Season
Balboa Yacht Charter
Day Cruise Rates
Sunset Cruise Rates
Includes Captain & Hostess.
Dinghy & S.U.P. Board,
Masks & Snorkle’s
Harbour Fees, Fuel & 24% Greek VAT
2 Guests inc. 1 complimentary bottle of prosecco | €600 |
3 to 6 Guests | €600 |
7 Guests | €700 |
8 Guests | €800 |
9 /10 Guests | €900 |
Deluxe Day extra 3 hours add on | €300 |
2 Guests inc. 1 complimentary bottle of prosecco | €400 |
3 to 7 Guests | €400 |
8 Guests | €450 |
9 Guests | €450 |
10 Guests | €500 |
complimentary wine and soft drinks / Greek mezze |
Enjoy our complimentary Greek Mezze & drinks on Balboa boat trip
Our best of Greece mixed mezze board with salami’s, sliced meats, cheeses, dolmades, hummus, pastries, Greek salad , fruit and fresh crusty bread is a hit with all ages & nationalities. Vegetarian/Vegan friendly too.
We operate from Argostoli Harbour.
Google maps will take you straight to us on the waterfront.