Things to do in

Adamantas

Spend your day exploring Milos Island and the uninhabited island of Polyaigos. Enjoy lunch and drinks and stops to swim in crystal clear blue waters. Your journey from Adamas and make your way to the colorful fishing villages of Adamas Gulf and Arkoudes. On the northern side of the island, admire the famous lunar landscape of Sarakiniko and the volcanic islands of Glaronissia. Stop for a swim on Polyaigos Island before sailing to eastern Milos to learn about the history of the Sulfur Mines at Thiorichia. Stop for a swim in the emerald waters of Gerakas and then head to the famous Kleftiko, an old hideout for pirates to snorkel in its caves. Before leaving Kleftiko, enjoy lunch in its unique landscape. Next, see the Cave of Sykia, with its collapsed roof, as well as the western side of Milos, which is only accessible by boat. See the old manganese mine of Cape Vani before returning to the port of Adamas around 7 PM.

Discover the coastline and beaches of Milos on a full-day guided cruise from Adamas. Swim and snorkel around the old pirate bay of Kleftiko with the gear provided. Savor a Greek lunch with drinks, and make another swim stop at Agios Dimitrios before admiring the sunset from the deck. Start from the port of Adamas, and admire the traditional fishing villages as the boat sails. Look out for the Bears, two large bear-shaped rocks at the entrance to the port. Cross the cape of Vani, with its volcanic rock. Sail past the west coast of Milos with its rare flora and fauna, the picturesque beaches of the Agathia, Triades, and Ammoudaraki, and the monastery of Saint John Siderianos.  Enjoy your journey as the ship arrives at Kleftiko with its towering, white limestone rocks of different-colored caves and tunnels lit in differing colors by the reflecting sun. Let the captain drop anchor, put on your masks and fins, and go for a swim in this unique place. Feast on a delicious meal on the return trip as you enjoy the views. There will also be a swim stop at the little church at Agios Dimitrios or at Klima. Admire the sunset across the bay of Adamas as your boat heads back to port and the end of your sailing adventure.

West Milos cruise (09:30 to 14:30): Adamas - cape Vani - Sykia cave - Kleftiko - Kalogries - Klima. In this 5-hour long trip, Volcano takes off at 9:30 ΑM from the port of Adamas. While cruising through the gulf of Milos you will learn about the history, geology, and culture of Milos from the guide and enjoy the views of the colorful rock formations on cape Vani. Approximately 25-30 minutes from departure, you will have the chance to enjoy the emerald-green waters of Sykia, an impressive sea cave with collapsed roof, and taste a homemade breakfast towards the end of the 45-minute stop. Just 15 minutes later the engines will stop in Kleftiko bay, a complex of volcanic rocks formed about 3 million years ago, during the emergence of Milos from the Aegean Sea. The eye-catching formations and the numerous sea caves in the area, formed later by the erosional power of the waves and the winds, were utilized by the pirates as a boat hideout in Medieval times. You will stay there for about 2 hours, split in two 45-minute stops in different parts of the bay, where you can swim in the crystal-clear waters and explore the sea caves in two guided snorkeling tours, led by two experienced divers - crew members. Following the return from each activity, platters with fresh fruit and traditional Milos snacks will await for you along with refreshments or a cold beer. Kalogries bay will be the last swimming stop of the cruise. This small bay in the northwestern part of Milos comprises a contrasting scenery with greenish rocks and almost transparent shallow water and it is considered the natural swimming pool of the island. In a 45-minute stop, you will enjoy swimming and relaxing in this unique location, guaranteed this will be among the highlights of your visit in Milos. Returning inside the gulf of Milos, the boat will speed down in front of the picturesque fishermen village of Klima, allowing you to get panoramic views and photographs of the characteristic Cycladic architecture. Leaving you full of memories and impressions about the dazzling natural beauty of Milos Island, your cruise will return to Adamas port at around 14:30 PM. ***Please note that any individual cruise may be rescheduled, depending on the weather forecast and safety reasons at the discretion of the captain. In case of prevailing strong northern winds, the "Adamas-Kleftiko: Half-Day speedboat cruise with snorkeling" can be rescheduled along the protected south coast of Milos, according to the following itinerary: Paleochori - Kleftiko Half-Day (Alternative Cruise) South Milos cruise (09:30 to 14:30): Paleochori - Gerakas - Kleftiko - Sykia cave - Tsigrado.

Embark on a full-day cruise to west Kleftiko from Adamantas. Visit highlights, including Cape Vani and the Sykia cave. Enjoy Greek tapas on board with plenty of swimming and snorkeling stops en route. Starting from Adamantas and sailing close to the east coast of the bay, you will pass the Christian catacombs, the colorful villages of Skinopi, the capital of ancient Milos and the place where the famous statue of Venus de Milo was discovered.  You will then reach Cape Vani, the bay which was home to one of the first metal mines in Milos. After seeing the old 19th-century mines, you will have the first swim at the bay of Kalogries in crystal clear turquoise waters. After swimming and having some fresh fruit, cakes and refreshments the skipper will set sail for Sykia, the biggest and most impressive cave of Milos. After a quick swim, you will take the small motor-boat under a low passage made of lava rocks and visit the cave.  Head back to the boat and enjoy some ouzo with a variety of Greek homemade tapas. Finally, you will reach Kleftiko, the old pirates-lair. Snorkeling here is an amazing experience due to the underwater passages, caves and an unsurpassed water clarity. Back on the boat, refreshments and ice-cold beers will be waiting for you, followed by a delicious meal and dessert. After you eat you can take the dinghy and go explore the unique Kleftiko caves and passages.  Later, the boat will head east towards Gerakas bay, after a short swim, enjoy fresh fruit back on the boat. The cruise ends in the beautiful tranquil bay of Provatas around 7:00 PM. From there, you will travel back to Adamantas in just 15 minutes. 

Set sail around the most picturesque areas of Milos Island on this half-day boat cruise. Meet your crew at 8:30 AM at Adamas Port and take to the seas. As you sail, sit down to a delicious breakfast spread with cakes and bread from a local bakery, local honey, homemade jam, fresh orange juice, and filter coffee.  Travel along the coast, passing by the small fishing village of Klima to reach Arkoudes, where you can admire the unique bear-shaped rocks. Afterward, continue to the Cape of Vani, Kalogries and Agios Ioannis Beach. Later, reach the roofless Sykia Cave and sail further along the south coast to reach the astonishing Kleftiko, a former pirate shelter.  Along the way, stop at 5 different swim stops and use the snorkeling equipment provided to make the most of the island's crystal-clear waters. Finally, sail east, passing by Geronta, Gerakan, Paleochori, Thiorixia and finally reach the blue waters of Poliegos. Enjoy a visit to the prismatic rocks of Glaronisia and the lunar landscape of Sarakiniko before beginning the journey back to Adamas. On the way back, enjoy a delicious lunch with plenty of vegetarian options. Sample dishes such as Greek salad, tabbouleh salad, pesto pasta, lamb kebab and spetzofa, all washed down with your choice of wine, beer, or soft drink.

Set sail on your sailboat, La Pomme Bleue, from Adamas Port at 9:00 AM. As you sail in the Adamas Gulf, pass traditional fishing villages, then head towards the famous Bear Rocks and finally cross the breathtaking Cape Vani.  After leaving Adamas Gulf your exploration of the inaccessible west coast of Milos will begin as you will stop four times to thoroughly enjoy the volcanic landscapes and turquoise waters. First stop in Agathia Bay, where you will be able to dive into the deep blue waters of Milos. From there, travel to Kleftiko Bay, where you will stay for 2 hours where you can explore the landscapes including the caves in the bay and enjoy lunch onboard. Then head to your third stop, the astonishing Sykia Cave, where you will explore the cave in a dingy boat and swim in the cave. Your final stop will be at Agios Dimitrios Bay on your way back to Adamas where you can enjoy a fresh fruit salad and swim in front of the oldest church in Milos.

Explore the coastline of Milos on a catamaran tour. Swim, snorkel, and explore pirate caves in Kleftiko bay. Keep your energy up with breakfast and a delicious Greek lunch. Enjoy beverages like beer, wine, and soft drinks. Meet at the port of Adamas in the morning and board the comfortable catamaran. Start your day with a traditional breakfast. Soak up some sun on the way to see some iconic island architecture in the form of Sirmata houses that are carved into volcanic tuff rock.  Sail past the rocky Arkoudes islets and see if you can make out the bear-shape of these rocks. Make your way to see the impressive volcanic rock formations around the crystal-clear waters of Kalogries beach. Continue to the famed Kleftiko cove, where old pirates used to hide. The name in English means Bandits’ Lair. Go inside the caves on a small dingy boat and uncover the pirate history of this area. Swim and snorkel through schools of silver fish with high-quality gear. Visit Agathia beach to swim in the turquoise-colored shallow water. Sail to Demetrius beach and take in views of the village Plaka. Enjoy home-made Greek food with salad, vegetarian options, and seasonal fruit. Unwind on deck as you return to your meeting point at the end of your tour.

Sailing South, we will reach our first and main stop of the day: the famous old pirates bay of Kleftiko where our crew will guide you to the best places for swimming, snorkeling, and exploring the numerous sea caves ! After your swim a curated lunch prepared by our crew on board will be served along with amazing surprises to follow! Then, longing the West coast of the Milos and passing by all the stunning places like the cave of Sykia with its collapsed ceiling, the beaches of Agios Ioannis, Triades or Agathia, we will reach our next swimming spot, the beach of Kalogries and its transparent waters. As an alternative and depending on the weather, we can stop in Plathiena instead. Turning at the impressive Cape Vani, we will cross the bay and pass by Arkoudes, a complex of lava rocks which takes its name from its characteristic shape, of a bear. We will finish our cruise at sunset time, entering the bay passing by all the traditional fishing villages of Skinopi, Klima, Areti and Fourkovouni, with their colorful little houses called “Sirmata” built by the seaside and gazing at the sky and its changing colors. *The program is subject to modification depending on weather conditions and at the discretion of the captain. More specifically, in case of bad weather, the cruise will remain on the Southside island only, boarding at Adamantas and disembarking at Kleftiko with swimming stops in Gerakas, Kleftiko and Tsigrados.

Once prepared and a test ride is done an easy uphill towards Plaka, the capital of Milos, with its picturesque streets and amazing views. After a short stay a pass from Tripiti to visit the Catacombs and the ancient theater. A piece of culture and history that is very much worth a visit. After this it is time to see some beaches, Sarakiniki, Agios Konstantinos to name a view, until Pollonia where there will be an oportunity to eat or swim or both, before heading back.

Explore the island of Milos in an authentic way, with a lot of fun and a local touch. The starting point is in Adamas. Catacombs of Tripiti is the first stop with a guide for a small tour inside the Catacombs. Plaka village comes next to see the graphic houses and taverns, nice views and pictures. Sarakiniko beach is the first stop for swim for about 30 minutes to discover the beach with the amazing volcanic rock formation and fantastic spots for pictures and dives. Papafragas cave which is not the typical beach is a must-see in Milos with a lot of stories about pirates and possibility to swim. Alogomandra beach for a refreshing dive and for the end Pollonia for a greek mezes on a tavern of your choice. After this we heading back to Adamas for the end of the route.