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Private Boat Trip Chania - Balos/Gramvousa

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Crete, Greece
  • 5 to 8 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

The coast along northwest Crete has some of the island’s most beautiful attractions—if you have a boat to visit them. This private tour covers many of the region's highlights in one day of boating from Chania: Visit Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa Fortress, Afrata Beach, the Theodoroi Islands, and more. Includes plenty of time for swimming and snorkeling.
  • A full-day private boat tour of northwest Crete highlights from Chania
  • Visit Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa Fortress, Afrata Beach, and more
  • Don’t stress about packing gear: Use of snorkeling gear included
  • See endangered wild Cretan goats on the Theodoroi Islands

What's Included

  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting points

    Select a meeting point

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .9:30 am

    Itinerary

    1

    Balos Lagoon

    2 hours Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Gramvousa Fortress

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Paralia Menies

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Afrata Beach

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    5

    Agii Theodori

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 25 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Beautiful beaches

    Christine_S, Oct 2025
    We loved the experience! Our skipper Jimmy was friendly and kept us on time for a return to the port (cruise). Our lunch was delicious and the beach areas were just beautiful - wish we had more time.

    From $1,416.12

    per group (up to 6)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

    Book ahead!
    On average, this is booked 38 days in advance.

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