The experience

The experience starts by the time you face this unique sailing yacht moored in Pisso Livadi Paros when you realise that she is not an ordinary yacht, her wooden deck and masts along with her hull shape cannot leave you bypass her unique silhouette. Captain Nikos and your hostess welcome you the moment you arrive and feeling honoured to be your host for the day assist you to make yourself comfortable and brief you on the boat’s set up, safety protocols and plan for the day ahead.

We set sail soon after and you are already realising that this will be a special experience as we deploy our sails, the hiss of the wind prevails and couples vessel’s progress on the water. As we make our way towards our first swim stop you enjoy the sun and the landscapes passing slowly aside, there is a corner for each one onboard to lie relaxed and feel being taken care of by people who know their stuff and love to have you as guests on board.

Anchoring in our selected swim spots where you can jump straight in crystal waters, explore the underwater world by snorkelling and being rejuvenated is being swapped by sunbathing under our masts and sails while we peacefully move towards our next spot. In between we serve cooling drinks, snacks and more on our deck. Even there is no rush at all, hours pass by and every moment gives you the feeling of relaxation and joy, we constantly take care of you, being attentive while discrete and mostly share with you our life view and experience under the Aegean Sun and in pace of the Cycladic Panorama.

On board this stunning classic sailing boat, will balance between relaxation, harmony and rejuvenation on top of fun moments full of inspiration. Lunch onboard cannot be but special as well with local food made of natural products and traditional recipes accompanied by local drinks and beverages. It is served the right moment to fill up the appetite that sea brings. It is as well a way to experience how simplicity makes the difference in this life.

Spots we will visit will generate unique moments, spectacular views and a wider sensation of rest and joy. We assure you that the hours will pass before you realise it and when the sun will start making its way down, we will be heading back to our nest having you being fulfilled and rejuvenated with a sense of completeness and wellness.

More details on this special experience to be discovered when stepping onboard, so welcome and explore by yourself, you will need only to have with you your sun cream, high spirits and appetite, the rest is waiting for you.

The yacht

The Yacht is a Formosa 46’’ long keel ketch made in Asia in 1982. She is made of fiberglass and finished with teak wood, she weighs 17 tones and can be named a blue water yacht designed for long distance cruising. That gives her an extra safety enhancement on top of her full compliance with National Safety Rules for her category as a commercial pleasure yacht officially licensed by Hellenic Merchant Bureau.

She offers ample sun space on her decks for enjoying safe albeit pleasant sailing hours in comfort and a luxury varnish classic interior that will take you in another reality while sailing with her. Her sea keeping and sailing performance is one of a kind acting as a promoter to the ones familiarizing themselves with sea and sailing while exploring the magnificent coastlines of Cycladic Islands.

She is owned and commanded by Capt. Nikos Chalaris, a professional Master Mariner that after spending 27 years around the seas -the last 14 as Captain in passenger ships of all types- has decided to return to his motherland and sail around the Grecian waters. His background along with his pleasant character and his passion for perfection in hospitality business is the guarantee for an unforgettable safe sea experience worth every moment.

Itineraries

Full Day Sailing Experiences

Full Day Paros South / Antiparos /Despotiko – Take a sail on the lee side

We set sail from Pisso Livadi towards famous Blue Lagoon (Pantieronisi), Despotiko Island and /or Antiparos Caves. In our 8 hours expedition we mostly sail by sails, in 3 selected swim stops you will enjoy crystal waters while we will fill your appetite with local cuisine delicacies. Snorkeling, sunbathing by breathtaking sceneries and rejuvenetion all balanced carefully on a special day at sea even if Northerly winds prevail.

Full Day Naxos /Iraklia – Enjoy crossing the strait

We make our way under sails through the Paros-Naxos Strait and hopping by Naxos Island’s West Coast, Southernmost Tip and weather permitting Iraklia or Schinousa Island as well. Marvellous beaches, endless Sun and Blue seas scenery with 3 swim stops in selected spots where eyes and stomach cannot get enough of views and local delicacies. Crossing the strait 2 times in a day on our deck will only make you want to sail with us again.

Timings for Full Day Sailing : Departure 10:00 – Return 18:00

Included in our cruise:

• Face towels, beach towels, deck shower, snorkelling equipment

• Fresh cool water, soft drink/smoothie, cold handmade herbal beverage

• Brunch, local lunch of 3 different tastes, local salad, local wine/ouzo/souma, fruit salad, farewell drink

Half Day Sailing Experiences

Half Day South Paros & Blue Lagoon – Rejuvenete 

Enjoy a good 4 hours tour on our deck where we will sail with the wind towards Blue Lagoon and Pirate’s Bay. Pristine waters swimming, great local food onboard to fill your appetite and breathtaking sceneries will be the elements that make the difference in this experience. In this half day tour you will enjoy same high level services either if is morning or afternoon.

Half Day Naxos – Such an Experience

Being able to enjoy a 4 hour experience while crossing the Paros-Naxos Strait cannot be but a great opportunity. We will use our sails and let you feel the Cycladic Panorama experience from our deck combined with swim stops in Mikri Viglla and Alyko beaches where waters and scenery cannot but fascinate you. Local food and drinks will make the experience complete. For either morning or afternoon sailing , the moments will be special and memories unforgettable.

Timings for Half Day Sailing : Dep 10:00 Return 14:30  or  Dep 15:30 Return 20:00

Included in our cruise:

• Face towels, beach towels, deck shower, snorkelling equipment

• Fresh cool water, soft drink/smoothie, cold handmade herbal beverage

• Brunch, local lunch of 3 different tastes, local salad, local wine/ouzo/souma, fruit salad, farewell drink

Night sky Gazing & Sailing

Letting go from Pisso Livadi at 20:00 with unique vibes that create an incredible experience. Sailing in darkness and anchored in silence to gaze night skies as we share stories and taking care of our guests followed by a special dinner under the stars define the special moment experience.

Timings for Night Sky Gazing: Departure 20:00 & Return 23:00

Extras

As we wish to make the experience unique, we offer extra services upon request that will enhance and add to every moment spent with us. Nutrition options are always available, customized voyages may be arranged if so is your desire, additional entertainment features onboard will make sure you will not miss a moment to take with you afterwards. Thematic experiences based on food, drinks, music or even specialty fitness exercises are offered in association with selected partners from the island. Happy to discuss and explore endless options – just ask!

Yoga onboard when the sun goes down

We invite you to enjoy the power of breath and the relaxation of the body at the sea during the best hour of the day, the sunset. Wear some comfortable clothes and bring a mattress or just a towel and come aboard Captain Nikos Chalaris beautiful sailing boat  for a memorable Hatha yoga session!

Massage Onboard

Upon request we can arrange for you a professional masseur that offers various massage sessions onboard. Adding relaxation onboard our special daily cruise trusted in the hands of a physiotherapist will only make your day more special and unforgettable. Let us know your preference in advance and we will have everything ready for you in order to make this experience above your expectations.