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Taking a quick boat ride in Mykonos

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Does anyone know the best way to take a quick boat ride when in Mykonos? I usually just walk around the shore and find someone (they usually bring their boats to a spot) but the last time I did that, I didn't like the boat! So I want to plan things in advance this time around. I plan to go to Mykonos soon.

The last boat had a glass bottom, and it freaked me out - I don't want to do that again.

Also, I am interested in Scuba diving but I know that is a bit more complicated to arrange than a boat ride. I might have to wait until I get there?
 
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redsoxdw_ said:
Does anyone know the best way to take a quick boat ride when in Mykonos? I usually just walk around the shore and find someone (they usually bring their boats to a spot) but the last time I did that, I didn't like the boat! So I want to plan things in advance this time around. I plan to go to Mykonos soon.

The last boat had a glass bottom, and it freaked me out - I don't want to do that again.

Also, I am interested in Scuba diving but I know that is a bit more complicated to arrange than a boat ride. I might have to wait until I get there?
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I would really just spend some time at the port area. There are usually people with boats who go there to find customers. I have taken some great boat rides in Greece that way!
 
redsoxdw_ said:
Does anyone know the best way to take a quick boat ride when in Mykonos? I usually just walk around the shore and find someone (they usually bring their boats to a spot) but the last time I did that, I didn't like the boat! So I want to plan things in advance this time around. I plan to go to Mykonos soon.

The last boat had a glass bottom, and it freaked me out - I don't want to do that again.

Also, I am interested in Scuba diving but I know that is a bit more complicated to arrange than a boat ride. I might have to wait until I get there?
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Easy.....https://www.timeout.com/news/you-can-now-hire-a-boat-in-mykonos-on-uber-heres-what-its-like-062823
Also Old fishing boats called Kaikies.... from Platys Yalos to all the beaches as far as Kalo Livadi....Hop on and off as you like!...As for Diving...Go to Kalfatis Dive center
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KALAFATI DIVE CENTER (Mykonos) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

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I just checked Waldimar is still there, known him for over 25 years....As professional and the very best...Say Hash says hello!❤️
 
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