Antiparos and Despotiko by Private Boat
Antiparos and the small island of Despotiko are just across the sea from Paros, and the best way to discover them is by private boat. On a private sailing cruise from Aliki, you reach bays, caves and swimming spots at your own pace, with the Blue Lagoon as the highlight of the day.
The Best Spots Around Antiparos and Despotiko
These are the five stops of our private full day cruise. Together with the captain, you choose four of them, and the Blue Lagoon is always included.
Faneromeni Bay
Faneromeni is one of the most beautiful bays of Antiparos, known for its unique rock formations and bright turquoise water. The bay is isolated, and although it can be reached by car, the roads are rough, so arriving by boat is the easiest way to enjoy it.
Above the bay stands the small church of Panagia Faneromeni, built by local fishermen in honor of the Virgin Mary, which celebrates its feast every year on 7 and 8 September. It is the perfect start to the day, with a morning swim, snorkeling and time to relax on board.
Cliff Diving in Antiparos
On the way to Despotiko, we stop at a unique cliff diving spot on Antiparos, popular with visitors who come especially to jump.
There are two heights to choose from, so you can start low and go higher when you feel ready.
Be aware that the rock is a bit rough on the feet when climbing up. Cliff diving is optional, for guests feeling adventurous.
Despotiko Island and the Temple of Apollo
Between Antiparos and Despotiko lies a magical bay with an amazing view, where we anchor for lunch. From the yacht you can already see the Temple of Apollo, and it is even more impressive up close: you can swim to the island and get near the ancient site.
Despotiko, identified with ancient Prepesinthos, was home to an important sanctuary of Apollo, the god of light, music and poetry. The sanctuary flourished in the 6th century BC, and worship there goes back as early as the 8th century BC. Since 1997, excavations have uncovered the temple, a dining hall, an altar and more buildings, along with finds such as parts of marble kouros statues and the wing of a marble sphinx. Today it is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the Cyclades.
The Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon lies in the small islets of Panteronisia, between Paros and Antiparos, and can be reached only by boat.
Its turquoise water is so clear you can see the sandy bottom, and you can swim from the yacht to the small beach. A perfect end to the day. Discover more in our guide to the Blue Lagoon in Paros.
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