More sea time
Stay long enough for the day to actually open up
There is time for sailing, anchoring, swimming, lunch, and a second relaxed moment on board instead of squeezing everything into one short window.
Private Full-Day Cruise in Crete
Private Full-Day Catamaran Charter
Choose the longer private day at sea when you want time to swim, eat slowly, and turn a sailing day into a proper occasion.
This is the classic private charter format for guests who want the sea to set the rhythm of the day. DanEri shapes a 6 to 7 hour cruise around your group with calm bay stops, a freshly prepared meal on board, open-bar service, and enough time to enjoy both the sailing and the anchorage moments.
PRIVATE CRUISES: free cancellation up to 72 hours
Private charters can be cancelled at least 72 hours before departure for a full refund. Shared/group cruises keep the standard 48-hour free cancellation.6 to 7 hoursprivate day shape
Up to 20guest capacity
Meal + open barincluded on board
Multi-stop routepace of the day
The fit
Why guests choose the full-day format
A full-day private cruise works best when the water time matters as much as the destination. It gives families, friend groups, and celebration bookings enough room for a proper meal, more than one swim stop, and a smoother, less hurried flow.
Private rhythm
Keep the route and timing centered on your group
You can shape the mood around children, celebration plans, or a slower adult group pace without working around a shared-cruise timetable.
Onboard dining
Turn lunch into part of the experience
The longer format makes the meal feel like a real break in the middle of the day rather than a quick add-on between stops.
Included on board
What matters most on this charter
These are the core ingredients that usually matter most when comparing this option with the rest of the private-cruise collection.
Private catamaran and professional crew
6 to 7 hour planning window shaped around your group
Freshly prepared meal served on board
Water, soft drinks, wine, and beer
Snorkeling gear, SUP boards, and swimming time
Flexible stop pattern based on your plans and conditions
Family-friendly pace with room to rest on deck
Support for birthdays, proposals, or relaxed group days
Flow of the day
How the day can feel
The final route depends on your departure area and weather, but the full-day private format usually flows like this.
Welcome aboard
Ease into the day with no rush
Meet your crew, settle into the catamaran, confirm the route mood, and leave the harbor with drinks and the whole day still ahead of you.
First stop
Start with the bay that fits the conditions best
The first anchorage is usually the most active swim and paddle window, while everyone is fresh and ready to get in the water.
Midday
Pause for the meal without watching the clock
Lunch becomes part of the private experience, with enough time to eat, talk, and enjoy the sea view instead of hurrying through it.
Second half
Keep sailing or settle into another calm stop
This is where the longer format pays off: another swim, more deck time, or a scenic sail that stretches the day naturally.
Return
Head back after a complete day rather than a quick outing
The return feels calm and satisfied, with the best photos, the meal, and the sea time all fitting into one charter.
Decision guide
When this is the right private cruise
Pick the full-day option when you want the day itself to feel generous. If you mainly want a shorter swim-and-toast window, another format may fit better.
Best for
- Families or friends who want a true day at sea
- Guests who care about onboard lunch and more than one swim stop
- Private groups who want flexibility without moving into multi-day planning
You will love it if
- You do not want to rush back to shore
- You want time for both sailing and anchoring
- You are celebrating something but still want a relaxed day
Consider another option if
- You only want a short private outing
- Sunset is the main priority
- You want a fully custom or overnight plan
Gallery
Real DanEri moments that fit this charter style
The goal here is to help you imagine the atmosphere, not just the logistics.
The spacious all-day private setup
Longer swim windows in quiet water
Meal service that feels part of the day
Comfortable deck time for your whole group
FAQ
Questions guests ask before they book this format
Use these answers to close the last uncertainty before you contact DanEri.
Usually yes. The longer format gives children and adults time to settle in, enjoy the water, eat on board, and avoid the rushed feeling that shorter charters can create.
Yes. DanEri works across multiple departure areas in Crete, and the final route is shaped around where you stay, sea conditions, and the kind of day you want.
The private catamaran, crew, meal service, drinks, and water-activity equipment are typically part of the charter, with final details confirmed before sailing.
Yes. Full-day private charters work especially well for celebrations because there is enough time for swimming, dining, and small extra touches without squeezing the schedule.
The full-day version gives you more sailing time, a slower pace, and more room for the meal and stop pattern. The half-day option is better when you want something lighter and shorter.
Related pages
Open the nearest match in the private-cruise collection
These are the most useful next steps if this option feels close but not exactly right.
Tell DanEri what your ideal full day looks like
Share your group size, hotel area, and the kind of pace you want. The team can narrow the best departure zone and day shape quickly.