Take a private RIB vessel to the famous beach of Balos, and then to historic Gramvousa with the medieval fortress. Enjoy fast and safe transfer and free time to swim, sunbathe or hike.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 4 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: Greek, English
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Highlights

Visit the famous Balos beach and the Fortress of Gramvousa Island
Snorkel around wrecks in crystal clear waters
Ride the waves safely with an experienced skipper

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Book a private rigid inflatable boat (RIB) vessel and an experienced skipper to explore the western parts of Crete with your family or friends. Departing from Kissamos Port, board your boat and ride the waves to the famous Balos Lagoon and to the historic Gamvousa Island. The skipper will take you on an adventurous or relaxed ride (according to your preferences) and provide drinks and snacks on the way. At your first stop, Balos, you’ll anchor and explore the area’s white sand beaches and vivid turquoise waters for 1.5 hours. You’ll then head to Gramvousa, an island with a medieval fortress at the top of the hill. There, you can sunbathe, snorkel, and swim for another 1.5 hours before returning to Kissamos.

Includes

Skipper and boat
Snacks
Soft drinks and beer
Snorkeling equipment
Fuel

Hotel pickup
Meals

Not suitable for

Pregnant women

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

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Meeting point

Meet your skipper at the port of Kastelli in Kissamos

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Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Sun hat
Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen

Know before you go

The port of Kissamos has free parking if you come by car. There are also daily buses running from Chania city.
In case of bad weather, the cruise will be either rescheduled or fully refunded.

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Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 9 reviews

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Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.8/5

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Very nice walk to the island of Gramvousa. The climb up to the fortress is a bit steep but the view is beautiful and then swimming in the turquoise waters is pure pleasure. Balos beach is also very beautiful, a pity that it is taken by storm by all the tourists. A beautiful morning with a skipper at our entire disposal, and a sporting feedback on the waves. Only downside, the meeting place was not the one announced, fortunately thanks to the kindness of a fisherman we were able to find our boat.

September 13, 2021

Very pleasant cruise to see the lagoon of Balos and Gramvoussa. We also made a stop to swim in turquoise water.

August 7, 2021

Excellent time spent with the family to enjoy the sea, the sun and the magnificent Cretan landscape. Very friendly guide.

July 29, 2021

From Kissamos Port: Balos and Gramvousa Private RIB Cruise

From Kissamos Port: Balos and Gramvousa Private RIB Cruise

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