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Greece Freediving Holiday: Hike, Dive, Sail & Breathe in the Cyclades

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Greece Freediving Holiday: Hike, Dive, Sail & Breathe in the Cyclades
Hikers on a trail towards a village on the Greece freediving holiday
Group enjoying a meal on the sailboat on the Greece freediving holiday
Breathwork practica on a hill overlooking the sea on the Greece freediving holiday
Group enjoying ice cream in a Greek village on the Greece freediving holiday
A man waving from the dinghy at sundown on the Greece freediving holiday
Freediver swimming near a dinghy in calm sea in Greece
Freedivers smiling on the sailboat swimming platform on the Greece freediving holiday
Freediving and exploring the airplane wreck north of Makronissos island in Greece
Freediving group meditating on Kolona beach in Greece
Group preparing a meal on the sailboat on the Greece freediving holiday
Group tavern dinner on the Greece freediving holiday
Hikers on a hiking trail on the Greece freediving holiday
Loutra village on Kythnos island in Greece
A woman shopping and smiling on the farmers market in Greece
Three people shopping for groceries in Greece
The Bavaria 46 sailboat sailing between islands in Greece
Desert on the Greece freediving holiday
Meal aboard the sailboat on the Greece freediving holiday
Bavaria 46 sailboat sailing
Aft cabin aboard the Bavaria 46 sailboat
Kitchen aboard the Bavaria 46 sailboat
Greece Freediving Holiday: Hike, Dive, Sail & Breathe in the Cyclades
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Duration
7 days
Season
June
Accommodation
Comfort: Modern Bavaria 46 sailboat
Difficulty
Easy: Suitable for all skill levels
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  3. Brochure
  4. Life on board
  5. Reviews
  6. Things to know

Ready to leave the daily grind behind? For seven days in the Cyclades, we’ll dive, hike, and breathe our way back to what truly matters. Our cozy sailboat will let us feel the freedom of the open sea, take us diving into crystal-clear depths, and anchor us steps away from ancient hiking trails that take us back in time. It’s our chance to slow down, let go, and let nature take over. There’s just one task on your to-do list for this adventure: get out of your head and into the water.

Adventure highlights

  • Into the blue
    Find inner peace in the depth of the sea and the quiet beauty of the Cyclades
  • Above and below
    Explore sunken shipwrecks, secret caves, and hiking trails that bring history to life
  • Feta than ever
    Enjoy fresh, local Greek flavors cooked on board, with the sea breeze as your backdrop

Itinerary

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Set sail through the Cyclades for a week-long Greek holiday that brings together freediving, hiking, sailing, and mindful breathwork. Our journey begins aboard a modern sailboat, the perfect base for exploring secluded bays, hidden underwater caves, and ancient foot-worn paths. We’ll breathe in the tranquility of the sea, practice mindful breathwork each morning, and dive into crystal-clear waters to discover vibrant marine life. On land, we’ll hike to ancient temples and deserted beaches, enjoying the peaceful rhythm of island life. With meals on board, guided sessions, and comfy shared accommodations included, we’re all set for an unforgettable experience where nature leads the way.

  • Welcome to Greece! Arrive in Lavrio Marina to make the 5pm departure. The marina is a 20-minute drive from Athens International Airport and around an hour from Athens city center. We’ll head either to Vourkari port or Otzia bay on Kea Island, where we will anchor for the night and enjoy our first Greek dinner (not included) in a local taverna.

    Accommodation: Bavaria 46 sailboat

    The Bavaria 46 sailboat sailing between islands in Greece

  • After our morning breathwork and stretching, we’ll head to Spathi bay on the northeastern side of the island. If the northern winds are kind, there will be numerous diving spots to choose from for our first diving day: around an uninhabited seagull islet, in a secluded bay under the humble gaze of the Kastriani Monastery, or near underwater caves where Monachus Monachus seals have been spotted.

    Meals: Breakfast and lunch
    Accommodation: Bavaria 46 sailboat

    Freedivers smiling on the sailboat swimming platform on the Greece freediving holiday

  • Today we’ll head on an exciting hike and explore the Karthea archaeological site. Overlooking two beautiful sandy beaches, Karthea is home to two ancient temples and a recently restored ancient theater. The site is only accessible on foot, making it a unique place on the island to explore picturesque paths that have been in use for thousands of years.

    For those seeking a more demanding hike, it will be possible to start directly from Spathi beach and cross a large section of the island on foot. This route will take us inland to the main village of Ioulida and along off-the-beaten paths where we’re more likely to encounter goats and donkeys than people.

    Meals: Breakfast and lunch
    Accommodation: Bavaria 46 sailboat

    Hikers on a hiking trail on the Greece freediving holiday

  • After our morning routine of stretching and breathing, we will head to Kolona, one of the most beautiful beaches on Kythnos. We can reach it either by foot or by sailing, depending on our mood for the day.

    Kolona has a protected bay where we will be able to do some interesting dives. Additionally, we can head down a coastal path that leads to two stunning beaches and the ruins of an old castle, perfect for some exploration.

    Meals: Breakfast and lunch
    Accommodation: Bavaria 46 sailboat

    Freediving group meditating on Kolona beach in Greece

  • As we make our way back towards Kea, we’ll aim to visit a hidden underwater passage accessible to freedivers of all skill levels. This submerged corridor is illuminated by beams of light filtering through the crystal-clear waters, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere. This route leads to a secret natural pool cradled within an open-air cavern, offering a peaceful and beautiful setting.

    Meals: Breakfast and lunch
    Accommodation: Bavaria 46 sailboat

    Freediver swimming near a dinghy in calm sea in Greece

  • As our adventure nears its end, we will cross back to the mainland, but not before making a stop north of Makronissos Island for a unique dive. A Piper PA-28-181 Warrior II lies at a depth of 18 m (59 ft) in an area protected from currents and waves. This site has all the essential elements for a memorable dive for the perfect conclusion to this incredible journey.

    Meals: Breakfast and lunch

    Freediving and exploring the airplane wreck north of Makronissos island in Greece

  • The itinerary may be adjusted or changed depending on weather conditions. There’s no good plan without a backup plan, so in the event of high winds in the Aegean, we will travel to the Saronic islands, a journey with just as many wonders to explore. This alternative route offers pristine waters, a cargo ship wreck dive, a volcanic landscape, a hike through a thousand-year-old olive grove, and hidden volcanic hot springs waiting to be explored.

Greece Freediving Holiday: Hike, Dive, Sail & Breathe in the Cyclades
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Meet your guides

Tjasa Ucakar
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Tjasa Ucakar
Tjasa’s freediving journey began after her 30s by chance, when she discovered a curiosity in the underwater world. She became Slovenia’s first female Apnea Academy freediving instructor, a competition safety freediver and judge, an AA Kids as Dolphins instructor, an Apnea Survival instructor, an Equalization Academy practitioner, a breathwork coach, and a cold-water immersion instructor. Fluent in English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German, she now shares the profound and reflective experience of water with others.
Dimitri Papadimitriou
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Dimitri Papadimitriou
Dimitri Papadimitriou
Dimitri Papadimitriou is a seasoned local guide and CMAS-certified freediving instructor. A lifelong connection to the sea led him to over 20 years of experience as a certified diver. Before dedicating himself fully to the ocean, he studied modern history, international relations, and diplomacy in the UK and worked extensively in the humanitarian and development sector. Now he helps people connect with nature and cultivate self-awareness through freediving, sailing, hiking, and breathwork. He is fluent in French, Greek, English, and Spanish.
Emilia Biala
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Emilia Biala
Emilia Biala is a professional freediver, instructor, and mindfulness practitioner from Poland. She teaches freediving under AIDA and SSI standards and leads breathing workshops to help manage everyday stress. Based at Europe’s deepest diving simulator in Poland, she left her corporate job in 2015 to travel through Asia and discovered a life beyond the Monday-to-Friday routine. Now, she shares that freedom with others through her workshops and freediving excursions.
Thalassa Freediving
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Thalassa Freediving
Thalassa is a freediving club founded and run by Tjasa Ucakar, the first female Apnea Academy freediving instructor from Slovenia. Thalassa connects people who want to explore and enjoy the endless blue of the underwater world.
Deep Calm
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Deep Calm
Deep Calm is dedicated to reconnecting people with nature through diving, hiking, breathwork, and yoga. Rooted in the Blue Mind theory, it promotes the physical and mental benefits of being in or near water. With an experienced international team, Deep Calm offers a gentle, mindful approach to ocean exploration and well-being.

Life on board

Modern Bavaria 46 sailboat

Our home for the week will be the Bavaria 46, a modern and fully equipped 14-meter (46-foot) sailboat. With a huge bathing platform and a fully equipped kitchen, the Bavaria 46 provides everything we need for an unforgettable freediving adventure. We’ll stay in comfortable, functional shared cabins with wide beds and ample storage space.

Authentic Greek food

Food is at the heart of any Greek adventure! Our guides will stock the boat with carefully selected fresh ingredients from local farmers, bakers, and fishermen—think ripe tomatoes, creamy feta, golden olive oil, and fresh seafood. We’ll cook as a team and prepare simple yet delicious Greek dishes. Cooking together makes every meal taste even better, and you might even pick up a few Greek culinary secrets along the way!

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Experience to repeat (sailing/diving week) with a professional and attentive team!

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Wojtek Mazur

Dimitri is a very attentive guy. He actively listens to your requests and makes the best to his ability to accommodate you. He has great knowledge about all local ins and outs and has many connections in the area just to make things happen. Highly recommend him as a guide, organiser and companion.

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ifigeneia theodosiou

It was an amazing experience free diving with the guidance of Dimitris
I felt safe and was able to overcome fears and limits
The whole combination of exercises and meditations created the environment of coherence and reconciliation with the unknown piece for me, free diving. The whole experience was unique and I would love to do it again!!

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5.00(3 reviews)
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Myn -

Experience to repeat (sailing/diving week) with a professional and attentive team!

W
Wojtek Mazur

Dimitri is a very attentive guy. He actively listens to your requests and makes the best to his ability to accommodate you. He has great knowledge about all local ins and outs and has many connections in the area just to make things happen. Highly recommend him as a guide, organiser and companion.

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ifigeneia theodosiou

It was an amazing experience free diving with the guidance of Dimitris
I felt safe and was able to overcome fears and limits
The whole combination of exercises and meditations created the environment of coherence and reconciliation with the unknown piece for me, free diving. The whole experience was unique and I would love to do it again!!

Things to know

  • Included:

      • Three experienced guides (freediving, safety & breathwork instructors) with extensive knowledge of the area
      • 7-day Greece freediving holiday
      • Skippers on board the sailboat
      • Accommodation for 6 nights on a sailboat in a shared cabin
      • Freediving course/training (normally one session per day), hikes, and other activities
      • Daily breathwork/mindful practices/stretching
      • Meals on board (breakfast, lunch, snacks, herbal teas)
      • All marina and sailing fees
      • Bed linen and towels
      • Dinghy with engine

    Add-ons

      • Freediving equipment — let us know before booking if interested
      • Yoga mat — let us know before booking if interested

    Not included:

      • Flights to Greece
      • Transportation from Athens to Lavrio port and back
      • Meals in local tavernas (dinners)
      • Alcoholic beverages
      • Guide gratuities — optional
      • Travel and medical insurance — optional

  • All the activities on this Greece freediving holiday are suitable for everyone! If you have a basic fitness level, enjoy the sea, and have a flair for adventures, you’ll enjoy this holiday! No prior experience is required to join the freediving sessions, hikes, or breathwork and stretching exercises.

    For freediving, experienced instructors will adjust the level to every individual. If you haven’t done freediving before, there’s no need to worry—with the right guidance, freediving provides very soothing and liberating sensations. If you’re a more experienced freediver, you’ll get a training setup for up to a depth of 50 m (164 ft) when weather conditions allow.

    The hiking routes will be chosen based on the specific wishes of the group, but you may also join a hike individually. The network of paths is extensive and spans over 200 km (124 mi) with varying difficulty, so there will be plenty to choose from.

    Breathwork and stretching exercises will run daily in the morning on the nearest beach.

    Looking to explore a different side of the Cyclades? Check out this hiking holiday or this sailing and kitesurfing adventure!

  • Here’s what you’ll need:

      • Freediving equipment (mask, fins, suit, etc.) — rentals can be arranged, let us know before booking if interested
      • Yoga mat — rentals available, let us know before booking if interested
      • Comfortable clothing for hiking and stretching
      • Beachware and a bathing suit
      • Spare clothes
      • Sneakers or sport shoes
      • Light rain jacket
      • Sunglasses
      • Water bottle or hydration bladder
      • Personal toiletries (including sunscreen)

    Your guide will provide freediving weights and buoys.

  • Group sizes and pricing

      • It takes a minimum of 5 people for this Greece freediving holiday to operate. The maximum group size is set at 12 participants.

    A Greece freediving holiday can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

    Min. age requirements

      • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
      • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the Greece freediving holiday on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

    If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

  • The starting point of your Greece freediving holiday is Lavrio Port, Attica, Greece. To get there, most people fly into Athens International Airport (ATH), 20 minutes away by car. From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach Lavrio Port.

    Once you’re there, you will meet your guide in the Lavrio Marina on Day 1 in time for the 5pm departure. More details will be provided after booking.

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    Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

  • Deposits

    Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

    Cancellations

    Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

    Basic

      • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
      • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
      • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

    Flexible

      • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
      • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
      • If canceled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
      • If canceled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

    Super Flexible

      • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
      • If canceled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
      • If canceled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
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