Stand -Up Paddleboard and Multi-Surprise Elements Tour in Crete
Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Chania, Greece
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the Cretan coastline from a standup paddleboard on this guided tour around beautiful Marathi Bay. After a short instruction and safety lesson, head out into the bay, exploring smaller islets, diving spots, and a small cave system along the way. Stop from time to time to swim with the marine life or catch your breath on the beach. This tour is good for all ages and experience levels, a great way to enjoy time with friends and family on the water.
- Explore the Cretan coast on a standup paddle board
- Family friendly outing
- Appropriate for all experience levels
- Local guide and hotel pickup/drop-off included
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (area of Chania)
- Free short video & pictures
- Cruise ship port transfer
- Stand Up Paddling (SUP) equipment (paddle board, paddle and leash)
- Safety equipment (PFD)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
1
Marathi Beach
2
SUPinCrete
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be 15 years old and above
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
This was AMAZING! Nick was incredibly patient and very informative! The entire Excursion from beginning to the end was just so wonderful! The water and scenery is other worldly! Crazy beautiful! Erika, our driver picked us up right at the Port, had a sign waiting and then she took us into town instead of returning us to the boat which was great because that old town is not to be missed! Especially the point at the end which is called Venetian Point I believe and it looks like a little town in Italy it is just sunny so definitely go into the town don't skip that!
Reviews
4.9
based on 566 reviews
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This is the best activity in Crete! We’ve done this twice now. Babbi is an excellent instructor and guide. Lots of great surprises and good laughs in this activity. We came back to Crete just to do this again.
Amazing people, very friendly and we had a lot of fun. The guy who took us out, I can’t remember his name, but he took his time with us and wasn’t rushing and we enjoyed it.
My husband and I joined the SUP tour during our stop along our cruise. They picked us up at the cruise port and it was such a simple process. We really enjoyed the tour and our guide, Babi, was absolutely fantastic. He showed us how to use the paddle board and brought us to some fun spots to do some jumping. They also provided a camera to take photos and videos of us. We were also returned to the port. I highly recommend this tour to anyone on a cruise or staying on the island.
We loved this! As beginners it was great to achieve something new in the most beautiful surroundings and we loved the surprises along the way. Thanks to our wonderful guide/instructor, you were amazing-so patient! Great communication to organise and for pick up etc too. Thanks for a fun few hours in Crete that we’ll always remember :)
Angela & Ian
You will get in the water but there are lots of little “stops” along the way. Guide was fun, helpful and knowledgeable.
I’m 63 and had an amazing time! Never paddle boarded nor did cliff jumping. Learning was easy and my instructor was so sweet and encouraging! I would do this every week if I could!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much Kari , hope to see you again!!🙏🏻
Fun day on the water. Guide was great. The door to door pick up and drop off were appreciated. Everything was taken care of. Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much!!!!☺️
This was a top experience of all time for us. Stelios made it great - showed us how to paddle (our first time), took great care and concern for our safety and took pictures of everything. It was a gorgeous day and the water was perfect. It was a nice mix of activities - seeing the cave, doing the mud and cliff jumping (I bravely did!). We hope to bring our kids back to this beautiful island, its people and even do this experience. So worth it!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you Michelle for your review!!🙏🏻
This was AMAZING! Nick was incredibly patient and very informative! The entire Excursion from beginning to the end was just so wonderful! The water and scenery is other worldly! Crazy beautiful! Erika, our driver picked us up right at the Port, had a sign waiting and then she took us into town instead of returning us to the boat which was great because that old town is not to be missed! Especially the point at the end which is called Venetian Point I believe and it looks like a little town in Italy it is just sunny so definitely go into the town don't skip that!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Gina !! Hope to see you again 🙏🏻🙏🏻
This was a really nice slow SUP around a bay of about 2km in total. We stopped a few times and went very slowly. We probably could have done a bit more paddling, but it was still nice. We didn't get to swim in the Turtle Hole Cave as the tide was too high, but best to be safe than sorry.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Jessica !!!🙏🏻
Guide was great and very patience will me. Had fun swimming in the the water and diving off the rocks.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Judy🙏🏻
This was an amazing experience. Our guide, Bobby was so kind and helpful. He was very patient with everyone and their boards were very new. The water was so warm and clear and Bobby kept taking us to different areas so we could see lots of things. Very nice surprises. He took lots of pictures for us also. We really enjoyed this trip the most of all our activities in Crete.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you Bonnie for your kind words!!🙏🏻
Great experience with an international paddleboard champion. Must be comfortable in water and it will be a ton of fun.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you Foluwa!!!:)
Loved this tour. Guides were entertaining and fun. Could use less time with the ‘mud facials’ would have enjoyed more time paddling. But overall an excellent tour and our driver from the cruise terminal was 10/10
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much Heidi , hope to see you again!!!:)
Great!! Well worth it! And the instructor Franco was amazing too! I would highly recommend to anyone interested SUP - whether advanced or beginner. Nice and quiet area, not much tourism.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you Kerry 🙏🏻
Great team and a wonderful trip. Really loved the surprises they had for us and the guide was friendly and knowledgeable and made it fum
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you Darren!!!
Such a fun experience! Lots of little surprises, and nothing beats getting into cool water on a hot day!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much Carissa!!!
The experience was great with clear blue waters. The instructors were amazing. Being our first time they were patient and very accommodating. The surprises on the excursion were different and exciting.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you Crystal for your review , we hope to see you again .
Fantastic experience, loved the few spots we stopped at for some suprise activities. Beautiful weather and scenery. I liked the 8:30am start as it wasn't in the midday sun. Tour guides were super fun and professional. Would definitely recommend 10/10. My wife and I had a blast (we were in a group with 4 others).
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you Austin for your review . We hope to see you again .
Excellent communication & organisation! Picked us up from cruise terminal as soon as we docked, then short drive to Paddle-boarding site. Great instruction given & lots of fun - especially the cliff jumping!
Would definitely recommend & do again. Thank you 😊
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you Steve for your review , we are happy to see you again.
We had an unforgettable time paddleboarding in Greece. Stefanos was incredibly helpful in coordinating and arranging our transportation, ensuring everything was seamless from start to finish. Our guide, Marselo, truly made the experience exceptional. He was not only knowledgeable and fun but also captured some fantastic photos of us while we were on the boards. If I could, I’d give Marselo 10 stars for his outstanding service. Thanks to him, we had a fantastic day on the water.
The team was so lovely and accommodating. We felt safe throughout the whole time. Must do activity whilst in Crete! This is our favourite part of our trip and will treasure it forever. Thank you so so much team!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words Michelle! We're thrilled to hear that you felt safe and well taken care of throughout the experience. It means a lot to us that this was your favorite part of your trip to Crete, and we're honored to have been a part of those special memories. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Thank you again from the whole team!
This tour was one of the highlights of our visit to Crete. We had never paddle boarded before and thought we'd give it a try. First off, the water in Marathi Bay was calm and clear. We were able to stand up easily and enjoy the sparkling turquoise water and beautiful scenery from our paddle boards. Second, our guide was excellent. He was knowledgeable about the area, kept us safe, and had some special surprises for us. I highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our paddle boarding tour Vicki! We're absolutely delighted to hear that it was one of the highlights of your visit to the island.
Your recommendation means the world to us, and we're so grateful that you took the time to share your experience. Creating unforgettable memories for our guests is our top priority, and it's incredibly rewarding to know that we succeeded in doing so for you. We hope that your paddle boarding adventure will be a cherished memory that you'll fondly look back on for years to come.
Thank you again for your kind words. We would be honored to welcome you back for more adventures in Crete in the future. Until then, safe travels and happy paddling!
Great activity for a hot day - paddleboard and swim. The guides were friendly and made sure we all stayed safe.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words Pamela! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed paddle boarding and swimming with us. Our team works hard to create a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, and it's wonderful to know that you felt well taken care of by our friendly guides.
Paddle boarding and swimming are indeed perfect activities for a hot day, and we're glad you had the opportunity to cool off and have some fun. We hope to see you again for more adventures on the water.
Thank you once again for joining us and for sharing your experience!
We had an excellent 11am SUP tour! Stefanos and Marcello (spelling ) are charming, thoughtful, caring hosts/tour guides. It was our first time (mom and daughter). We got picked up easily from our Sun Princess cruise port and returned. The surprises were fun. We received lots of pics post tour. I would definitely do it again. Thanks so much!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Amy! We're delighted to hear that you and Devin had an excellent time on our SUP tour. It's fantastic to hear that the pickup and drop-off from your cruise ship were smooth and convenient. We always strive to make the logistics as seamless as possible so you can focus on having fun.
We’re glad you enjoyed the surprises along the way, adding those little extra touches is our way of making the tour even more memorable. Your enthusiasm and willingness to join us again mean the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in the future. Thanks again for choosing our tour and sharing your lovely experience!
We were in Crete for only a few hours during our cruise and booked this tour. We had the best time! My teenage boys are still talking about it. Stefanos and Marcelo were amazing guides. It was the most perfect day! We would highly recommend this tour. Thank you!!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Diane! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a memorable time during your short visit to Crete. We always strive to provide an unforgettable experience for our guests, and it sounds like we hit the mark with your tour.
It’s heartwarming to know that your few hours with us turned into cherished memories for your family. Your high recommendation means a lot to us and helps us keep doing what we love.
Thank you again for choosing our tour. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure the next time you're in Crete!
Everything!! The Tour Guides especially were so helpful and supportive. Loved the cave experience!! Recommend this tour 100%
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Wow, thank you so much for the amazing review Yvonne! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time on our tour. Your kind words mean the world to us.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Reviews like yours are the best way for us to know we're doing a great job. Thank you for choosing our tour, and for being such a wonderful guest. We hope you'll come back and visit us again soon!
We loved this tour so much! Both of our guides were fun, friendly, and had a great energy that really added to the experience. The location was beautiful and the paddle boards were great; my husband could even stand up on them and he has tried before on other boards without much luck! This was one of our favorite experiences on our trip!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thank you so much for the incredible review Rachel! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you and Ken loved the tour so much.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to provide this wonderful feedback. Reviews like yours let us know we're doing an amazing job and motivate us to keep providing exceptional experiences for all our guests. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope you'll come back and visit us again soon!
Stefanos and his team were excellent with guidance and communication. Beautifully clear waters to SUP in and all the family enjoyed the experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review David! We take great pride in ensuring everyone feels comfortable and well-informed, and it's fantastic to know our efforts made a positive impact on your family’s adventure.
It's also great to hear that you all enjoyed paddleboarding in our beautifully clear waters. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you all back for more fun and memorable experiences soon!
Stefanos and Marcello make this tour, good knowledge and information on the area. Really nice people to guide the tour. Good experience would definitely recommend to anyone in the chania area. 10/10
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Hello Lawrence! A 10/10 rating and a recommendation for the Chania area? That's gold! Thanks for choosing us and for sharing your top-notch review. We'd love to have you back on board for another Cretan adventure someday!
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