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NAXOS FISHING
Dive into Tradition
Embrace a unique and authentic Greek boating tour that takes you into the life of a traditional fisherman for a day. Steeped in the rich heritage of a lifestyle that spans back generations, our fishing tours at Naxos Island offer you a firsthand experience of traditional fishing techniques, the rhythm of the sea, and a taste of our cherished culture
Cast Your Nets with Us
Experience a Day in the Life of a Naxos Fisherman
Meet Your Guide
Evan Katsaras
A local of Naxos Island, Evan comes from a lineage of fishermen dating back to 1860. Raised with deep respect and love for the sea and its offerings, Evan created this experience to share the fascinating life of a fisherman, steeped in tradition and enlivened by the allure of the ocean.
The sea has been our family’s source of sustenance and way of life for generations. Born from a love for fishing and a desire to share our unique lifestyle with others, Naxos Fishing Experience offers you a chance to step into our world for a day. Come, share our love for the sea.
Our Tours
Join us before sunrise, as we set out from the port of either Agia Anna or Chora (depending on weather conditions) to raise the nets we had cast the previous night. Enjoy the serene morning hours at sea, then relax or swim while watching us untangle the fish from the nets. Return to the port by 1 pm, with your share of the catch, a sandwich, soft drink, and water.
The Ultimate Fishing Adventure
For the truly adventurous, join us for a comprehensive fishing experience from afternoon until 11 am the next day. Experience the full cycle of our work, a rewarding 18-hour adventure!
Flexibility and Customization
We are delighted to accommodate your preferences with private, customized tours. Discuss your wishes with us, and we’ll tailor a fishing tour to your liking, with corresponding charges.
What To Bring
Towel
To dry off after a refreshing dip in the sea or to relax on the beach while we sort our catch.
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Sunscreen
Protect yourself from the Mediterranean sun as we spend the day out on the water.
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Hat
Shield your face from the sun’s rays as you enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Naxos from our boat.
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Jacket
The early morning hours can be cooler, so bring a jacket to stay comfortable as we start our fishing journey at sunrise.
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Your Smile
Last but not least, don’t forget to bring your smile! It’s the key ingredient to enjoying the day and immersing yourself in the true spirit of the Naxos Fishing Experience.
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Tripadvisor Reviews
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Katerina A24 August 2023Must do in naxos Bring swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Otherwise this is a great experience! Very family friendly & really cool!Verified
Kathy Fiekert3 November 2022An absolute “must do” experience on Naxos Fabulous, “must do” experience. Great team, amazing to experience the real life and work of authentic fishermen in the Cyclades. Evan and Nikons looked after us splendidly, explained the process, history and reality of fishing in a small boat and even let us help a bit 😄 The views of Naxos and the neighbouring islands from the sea where breathtaking and the sunset was stunning. We had a lovely little rustic picnic and even got a little swim of the boat while anchoring in a small bay between throwing in the nets and bringing them up again. Tip: take a water-proof bag, and some warm layers (it gets fresh after sun-down)Verified
Mia L10 October 2022A MUST TRY in Naxos This fishing experience is our favorite memory from Greece. Evan and his father Nikos took us for an authentic net fishing trip. They were gracious guides and Evan constantly explained what he was doing and answered questions. The boat ride itself was beautiful, we did a morning trip so we got to see the sunrise over the ocean. Evan and Nikos were extremely hospitable and it was a privilege to get to be a part of their world for the hours we were with them. The trip was affordable and the memories are priceless. We highly recommend.Verified
Nadja L13 September 2022Fischen zum Sonnenaufgang Fischen am Morgen. In den Sonnenaufgang mit dem Schiff ist ein Traum. Wir haben die am Abend ausgelegten Netze eingeholt und tatsächlich Fische eingeholt. Es war ein wunderbares Erlebnis. Der Badespass durfte natürlich nicht fehlen. Evan und seine Eltern haben uns einen wunderbaren Morgen bereitet. Vielen Dank!!Verified
Andreas Haack18 September 2021Naxos Fishing Experience... Der Name ist Programm! Wer die Wahl hat... Der frühe Vogel mit Sonnenaufgang war nicht so ganz unser Ding 😉 Wir haben uns für die Tour am Nachmittag um 15 Uhr entschieden. Evan und sein Vater brachten uns vorbei an der Nordküste bis kurz vor Abram. Völlig neue Ansichten unserer geliebten Insel. Wir haben die Netze ausgelegt und sind dann zum Schwimmen, erzählen und picknicken in eine kleine Bucht gefahren wo geankert wurde. Ein sehr schöner Nachmittag mit vielen interessanten Bildern und Eindrücken vom Leben eines Fischers auf Naxos. Nach dem Sonnenuntergang wurde es spannend... Im Dunkeln wurden die Netze eingeholt....Was und wieviel ist uns ins Netz gegangen! Unser Gastgeber war mit dem Ergebnis des Fanges zufrieden! Die Rückfahrt zum Hafen in der Chora durch die Dunkelheit war sehr romantisch. Der Mond warf seinen Schein auf uns und die glitzernde See. Im Hafen wurde der Fang bei guter Beleuchtung aus den Netzen befreit und auf Eis gelegt. Die Fischhändler werden sich über die frische Ware freuen. Jetzt wissen wir, wie unser leckeres Essen in der Taverne täglich seinen Weg dorthin findet. Danke für den ereignisreichen Tag und die Einblicke in Euer Leben!VerifiedNadja L14 September 2021Fischen zum Sonnenaufgang Zum Sonnenaufgang zum Fischen- es war großartig. Die Küste der Insel von einer anderen Seite erleben, hat sich gelohnt. Longline Fischen und Angeln mit der Route, nicht zu vergessen ein Badestopp. Die Crew auf dem Boot ist sehr nett und authentisch. Wir hatten viel Spaß und kommen nächstes Jahr bestimmt wieder!!Verified
Claudia537572 September 2021Eine durch und durch „echte“ Fishing Experience! Die Nachmittags Tour ging von 16-22:30 und war jede Sekunde spannend! Das Meer, entlang der Küste Naxos einmal von einer ganz neuen Seite sehen, Netze auslegen, schwimmen, ein Snack, Sonnenuntergang, Netze einholen und den Fang begutachten und schließlich bei Nacht zurück zum lebendigen, schönen Hafen von Naxos. Wir hatten einen herrlichen Tag!!!Verified
Santiago T31 August 2021Unique experience, be a fisherman for a day Great views, great company, and great fish! It is a unique activity unlike anything else in the island, and was an enjoyable change of pace for our trip. It was very fun to enjoy the sea in such a different way. The crew is clearly very experienced and have a lot of patience explaining the fishing, but make the whole experience feel very natural and relaxing. They took the time to show us the ropes and we got a nice hang of the fishing by the end of it. They taught us different kinds of fishing techniques and got to try out line fishing ourselves. After that we got to take a break and go swimming; very nice spot, quiet and private. The sunset was stunning! I really recomend this to anyone looking for something more engaging and authentic.VerifiedJule E23 August 2021Wonderful and exciting fishing trip!! We had an amazing and fun trip with beautiful sceneries and the nicest crew!! Thank you for the unique insight! It’s definitely something one won’t forget in one’s lifetime 😊Verified
Lisa E23 August 2021Begeistert!! Sehr authentisch und super interessant! Mal was anderes als die ganzen typischen Touri-Angebote :). Das frühe Aufstehen hat sich gelohnt!
