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Private Professional Photo-Shoot Cruise in Heraklion

By Cardinal Cruises
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$2,155 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Private sailing boat exclusively chartered for your photography production
  • Experienced crew trained to support photo/video shoots with optimal timing
  • Access to multiple stunning locations: coastline, open sea & secluded bay
  • Authentic maritime elements: sails, rigging & nautical equipment as props

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Epimenidou 19, Iraklio 712 02, Greece | Cafe Marina (Old Venetian Harbor)
    • Iraklio, Greece

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Private Professional Photo-Shoot Cruise in Heraklion

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Price details
NZ$2,154.89 x 1 TravellerNZ$2,154.89
Total
Price is NZ$2,154.89
Until Sun, 21 Jun

What's included, what's not

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    Professional Skipper, Experienced Host, Accident insurance, Fuel, Snorkelling and Fishing equipment, SUP (stand-up paddle board), Photographer
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    Photography Support:
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    Extended charters spanning multiple lighting conditions (upon request)
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    Working sailing boat (not just static prop)
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    Maritime flags and authentic accessories (rigging, ropes, and nautical details)
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    Meal and drinks included in the price:
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    Skioufichta with Apaki (traditional Cretan recipe)
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    Fresh Greek salad
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    Tzatziki
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    Fresh fruit salad
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    Wine, soft drinks, juice, water
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    Traditional cookies
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    Crew understanding of camera angles and lighting needs
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    Boat positioning and repositioning for optimal shots
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    Authentic sailing action or still/anchored options
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    Coordination with your shooting schedule and shot list
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    Smooth sailing for stable video footage (weather permitted)
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    Drone-friendly operations (with proper permits)
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    Action sequences (sailing manoeuvres, water activities)
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    Golden hour sailing for warm light
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    Transfer services

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Prams, Baby buggies, Bikes, Diving, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Firework, Food and drinks, Glass objects, Handcarts, High-heeled shoes, Intoxication, Littering, Making fire, Mobility scooters, Nudity, Oversize luggage, Pets, Scooter, Skateboards, Skates, Smoking, Smoking indoors, Unaccompanied minors, Weapons or sharp objects
  • Not suitable for: Children under 5 years, People prone to seasickness, People with a cold, People with food allergies, People with haemophilia, People with insect allergies, People with mobility impairments, People with motion sickness, People with nut allergies, People with pre-existing medical conditions, People with vertigo, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Whether you're a content creator, model, influencer, or brand seeking unique sea and sailing setting, this photo-shooting cruise provides the perfect platform for capturing stunning pics. Sail to Dia Island on a private sailing boat, and experience a professional photo-shooting session with an experienced crew who understand production needs, and get access to breathtaking locations and views. The photo-shooting takes places while the boat is sailing as well as when the boat is anchored in Dia Island, offering both static and action photo opportunities.

What Makes This Unique:
Unlike crowded tourist boats or static beach locations, this is a customised sailing experience specifically designed for photography and videography sessions. The Cardinal Cruises team has extensive experience in photo-shootings, and support in providing stable platforms for shooting, optimal lighting timing, access to diverse locations, crew coordination with production schedules, and the flexibility to adapt as creative visions evolve.

Your Professional Photography Platform:

  • Completely private sailing boat chartered exclusively for your production
  • Flexible itinerary customised to your shot list and creative vision
  • Multiple stunning locations accessible in one session (coastline, open sea, secluded bay and beach)
  • Experienced crew trained in supporting photography/video productions
  • Anchoring and boat positioning for specific shots
  • Timing coordination for optimal natural lighting
  • Access to authentic maritime elements (sails, riggings, helm, nautical equipment)
  • Swimming and underwater photography opportunities (upon request)
  • Professional coordination ensuring smooth production flow
  • Extended charter times available for complex photo-shootings (upon request)

Perfect For:

  • Professional photographers shooting portfolios, editorials, or commercial work
  • Fashion and lifestyle brands creating maritime-themed content
  • Models building portfolios with unique, high-end background settings
  • Content creators and influencers seeking premium video/photo material
  • Tourism and hospitality brands showcasing Greek island experiences
  • Advertising agencies producing Aegean-themed campaigns
  • Magazine editorials requiring nautical or luxury travel imagery

Why This Stands Out:
Professional photographers know that location is everything: this cruise provides a dedicated, production-friendly sailboat with a crew that actively facilitates your creative process rather than just transporting you. The constantly changing natural light on water, amazing Cretan coastline, and authentic sailing atmosphere create images impossible to replicate in studios or standard locations.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Epimenidou 19, Iraklio 712 02, Greece | Cafe Marina (Old Venetian Harbor)
    • Iraklio, Greece