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Water Sports in Halkidiki
Windsurf, kayak, SUP, jet ski, boats
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Halkidiki's coastline, with 550 km and three peninsulas creating small protected zones, is ideal for water sports. Kassandra's beach clubs offer jet skis, parasailing, banana boats. Sithonia is a paradise for SUP, kayak, snorkelling, scuba diving — thanks to its sheltered geography with small islets and bays. In Vourvourou and the surrounding islets you can do windsurfing and sailing. This list collects the highest-rated water sports centres and activities.
Water sports
4.5
Snorkeling in Sithonia
Sithonia, Halkidiki
From 30€/person
Half day
0
Water sports
4.4
Diving in Kassandra
Χανιώτη, Κασσάνδρα
€50-80
2-3h
2
Water sports
4.2
Jet Ski in Sithonia
Σάρτη / Βουρβουρού, Σιθωνία
€40-70/30min
30min-2h
1
When to do water sports
Summer (June-September): All activities operate. Best surf, kite, windsurf with seasonal winds, especially on northern Sithonia. Spring/Autumn: Sailing and SUP are excellent, fewer crowds, better prices. Best time of day: Morning 9-12 for calm, afternoon 16-18 for wind.
Water sports tips
- Book 1 day ahead: Equipment rentals fill up on weekends. Online or by phone.
- 2026 prices: SUP €15-25/hour, jet ski €60-100/15min, parasailing €40-60/person, scuba intro €70-100, kayak €15-25/hour.
- Safety: Make sure the rental has licensed instructors. Ask for a contract.
- Snorkelling: See our best snorkelling beaches for free alternatives.
- Sailing: Day cruises from Neos Marmaras or Porto Koufo — €50-100/person for 4-6 hours with lunch.
- Scuba diving: Best centres in Neos Marmaras and Kalithea. 10-25m dives, 15-25m visibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Best centres: <strong>Neos Marmaras</strong> and <strong>Kallithea</strong>. All are PADI certified. Intro dive for beginners €70-100.
SUP, kayak, banana boat from age 6 with adult. Jet ski from age 16 with adult driver. Scuba from age 10 (Discover Scuba only).
<strong>Vourvourou</strong> — sheltered bay with small islets ideal for exploring. <strong>Porto Koufo</strong> — small natural bay, calm water.