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Sail to Paradise: Full-Day Private Cruise to Balos & Gramvousa

Chania Old Port, Chania, Greece

4.8
57 REVIEWS
10
PEOPLE
7h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Greek
Super Owner
ADAM is an experienced boat renter with excellent reviews and is committed to providing quality services

What's included

    Food / Drinks
    Wine
    Crew
    Snorkeling Equipment
    Beer
    Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP)
    Towels
    Fuel

About the experience

Are you a real explorer who can not get enough of crystal waters and Greek islands?

Discover our Private cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramavousa island!

Duration: 7 hours (9:00-16:00)

Price: 1380€ for up to 8 guests (not including fuel)

Fuel Fee: 500€ (to be paid on board on the day of the tour)

Tour Description:

Your tour will begin at the Old Venetian Harbor from where we will make our way to the north-western most tip of Crete to the historical island of Gramvousa.

One can follow the path from the beach, which leads to the 16th century Venetian castle which is situated at the highest point of the island, and once served to protect the island from the Turkish expansionism. It offers breath taking views of Balos Lagoon, as well as the neighbouring islands of Wild Gramvousa and Antikythera with a backdrop of the endless blue Mediterranean Sea. You can also enjoy swimming and snorkelling at the virgin waters and shipwreck there.

We will then continue our visit to Balos Lagoon, recognized as one of the worlds most beautiful beaches, and one which is a must see when visiting Crete. Here you can swim in the crystal turquoise water, stroll in the shallow waters and white sand of the lagoon and take amazing photos of the exotic landscape.

Enjoying a private cruise to Balos Lagoon is a once in a life time experience!

What is included:
• Crew of two: Skipper and host
• Light lunch
• Fruit platter
• Drinks: 1 bottle of wine (per 4 persons), beers, soft drinks, water.
• Towels
• Professional snorkeling equipment (masks, fins, snorkels)
• 1 paddle board
• Taxes & insurance

What is NOT included:
• Fuel fee of 500€ (to be paid on board on the day of the tour)

About the experience

Are you a real explorer who can not get enough of crystal waters and Greek islands?

Discover our Private cruise to Balos Lagoon and Gramavousa island!

Duration: 7 hours (9:00-16:00)

Price: 1380€ for up to 8 guests (not including fuel)

Fuel Fee: 500€ (to be paid on board on the day of the tour)

Tour Description:

Your tour will begin at the Old Venetian Harbor from where we will make our way to the north-western most tip of Crete to the historical island of Gramvousa.

One can follow the path from the beach, which leads to the 16th century Venetian castle which is situated at the highest point of the island, and once served to protect the island from the Turkish expansionism. It offers breath taking views of Balos Lagoon, as well as the neighbouring islands of Wild Gramvousa and Antikythera with a backdrop of the endless blue Mediterranean Sea. You can also enjoy swimming and snorkelling at the virgin waters and shipwreck there.

We will then continue our visit to Balos Lagoon, recognized as one of the worlds most beautiful beaches, and one which is a must see when visiting Crete. Here you can swim in the crystal turquoise water, stroll in the shallow waters and white sand of the lagoon and take amazing photos of the exotic landscape.

Enjoying a private cruise to Balos Lagoon is a once in a life time experience!

What is included:
• Crew of two: Skipper and host
• Light lunch
• Fruit platter
• Drinks: 1 bottle of wine (per 4 persons), beers, soft drinks, water.
• Towels
• Professional snorkeling equipment (masks, fins, snorkels)
• 1 paddle board
• Taxes & insurance

What is NOT included:
• Fuel fee of 500€ (to be paid on board on the day of the tour)

Organised by ADAM
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Itinerary

Starting location:
Chania Old Port, Chania, Greece
Gramvousa Island
"One can follow the path from the beach, which leads to the 16th-century Venetian castle… offering breathtaking views of Balos Lagoon and the endless blue of the Mediterranean."
Swim & snorkel stop
At the beach below the castle, enjoy untouched waters and view the nearby shipwreck resting at the shoreline.
Balos Lagoon
Recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful beaches… swim in turquoise waters, stroll through white sand and take amazing photos of the exotic landscape
Return Cruise
Relax with drinks, snacks, and sun on deck as we cruise back to Chania.
Arrive back at:
Chania Old Port, Chania, Greece

4.8/5 · 57 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
  • A
    Arek
    Date of the rental 06/09/2024  ·  Date of the review 04/10/2025
    Great experience and friendly crew!
  • M
    Milo
    Date of the rental 15/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 16/08/2025

    Translated from Spanish

    An unforgettable excursion. We truly loved everything about it, and the crew was super friendly and helpful. The boat was awesome and super comfortable. The excursion and the places were incredible. Adam was super friendly and had everything planned and was always attentive. I highly recommend it and will definitely be back. Thank you so much.
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  • Jose
    Date of the rental 15/07/2025  ·  Date of the review 22/07/2025
    Captain Adam and his crew were great! They made us feel welcomed…took to amazing spots! My boys and wife said this was the highlight of our 17 day vacation… If I’m ever in Crete, I’m hiring Captain Adam!!
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  • V
    Valentina
    Date of the rental 20/07/2024  ·  Date of the review 22/07/2024
    Great experience!!!
Reviews
4.8
  • A
    Arek
    Oct 2025
    Great experience and friendly crew!
  • M
    Milo
    Aug 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    An unforgettable excursion. We truly loved everything about it, and the crew was super friendly and helpful. The boat was awesome and super comfortable. The excursion and the places were incredible. Adam was super friendly and had everything planned and was always attentive. I highly recommend it and will definitely be back. Thank you so much.
  • Jose
    Jul 2025
    Captain Adam and his crew were great! They made us feel welcomed…took to amazing spots! My boys and wife said this was the highlight of our 17 day vacation… If I’m ever in Crete, I’m hiring Captain Adam!!
  • V
    Valentina
    Jul 2024
    Great experience!!!
  • C
    Colin
    Jul 2024
    It is a bit confusing with different information available online regarding the pricing as well as the route of the trip. In the future one should expect a small briefing regarding the route, the stops and the benefits included. Included drinks were only provided upon request. Also the pricing of the gasoline was not quite transparent but at least communicated from the beginning. All in all a solid tour, but some adjustments would enhance the experience.
  • P
    Pekka
    Jul 2024
    Really enjoyed our trip. The salads were great, the locations interesting and drinks plentiful. High point of our trip.
  • F
    Fredrik
    Jul 2024
    Very nice boat and crew. Would choose a cruise where there are not so many other boats next time.
  • S
    Samuel
    Jul 2024
    Had an amazing time, patient and attentive staff on the boat. Good value for money !
  • M
    Mark
    Jul 2024
    Great communication through the booking process. The boat is stunning and well maintained. Hospitality sadly lacking in the crew and really took the edge off the day. No introduction, this is the plan today, this is where we are going this is how long we ar going to stay. These are some of your options. The whole family felt akward around the crew. I had to initiatie conversation and set direction. The fruit platter was a joke. Some Cherry's, 3 nectarines and 3 peaches, a banana cut up for a party of six. Given I spent 800euro it was embarrassing. I wouldn't recommend and wouldn't book again.
  • S
    Sue
    Jun 2024
    Absolutely perfect day for our family of 9! We would not change a thing! Gorgeous scenery, great introduction to snorkeling for our 4 and 6 year old grandkid and fun swimming, snorkeling and relaxation for all of the adults! THANK YOU!
  • A
    Amy
    Sep 2023

    Translated from English

    Amazing service! The captain was an absolute legend, especially having 9 women to deal with! He catered to exactly what we wanted as we weren’t keen on sailing a load! Lazaros was also amazing with communication and Maria especially while we were in Crete! Our boat day had to move because of the weather and Maria kept me up to date constantly! Thanks so much all!
  • R
    Roxana
    Sep 2023

    Translated from English

    We had a very nice experience. We enjoyed that we didn't have a strict schedule.
  • M
    Michaela
    Sep 2023

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    We had a wonderful day cruising with George and his crew member. They were very attentive, keeping us updated on local information, weather changes and offering excellent hospitality. The lunch is super, perfect for the weather and sailing. I'd highly recommend this experience.
  • V
    Valgerdur
    Aug 2023

    Translated from English

    Excellent
  • K
    Kate
    Jul 2023

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    Absolutely beautiful boat and fantastic trip thank you. Wonderful lunch too. We all loved it.
  • A
    antony
    Jul 2023

    Translated from French

    Honestly, we had a great time! The crew is at the top and the different stops are magnificent! A good day full of memories!
  • P
    Petra
    Jul 2023

    Translated from German

    We had a very nice day on board. Unfortunately, the time went by far too quickly. We felt good.
  • O
    Oliver
    Jul 2023

    Translated from German

    The boat trip was positive. You have to say for yourself how long you want to stay where. The best conditions for renting a boat are obtained by contacting the port of Chania directly.
  • M
    Martha
    Jul 2023

    Translated from English

    Super !
  • Ulrich
    Jun 2023

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    We had the most amazing time on the boat. The staff was very friendly and made sure we had a great time!! Beautiful hidden bays to snorkel, fresh food and cold drinks on the boat - what an unforgettable experience… Highly recommended!!
  • R
    Ryan
    Jun 2023

    Translated from English

    Great time visiting all of the islands with George - my kids and wife loved it!!
  • M
    Michelle-Dominique
    Oct 2022

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    We had an absolutely great day! The weather was perfect and the team was really cool. The lunch was perfect for the hot clima. One point which could be better is that we could have had a longer trip to some lonely bays. We just were close to the port.
  • S
    Solenne
    Aug 2022

    Translated from French

    We rented the boat from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and we had an unforgettable time! The captain was very welcoming and the boat had all the characteristics present in the description! A great day with friends, we highly recommend and thank you again Captain George ?
  • Alex
    Aug 2022

    Translated from English

    We had a wonderful experience! The crew was friendly and catered to all our needs.
  • A
    Andreas
    Jul 2022

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    Very Beautiful boat. We had a Great time with the family
  • J
    Jennifer
    Jul 2022

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    It was an incredible experience and I would recommend it to anyone who is in Crete and looking for some time off shore. The only reason I gave 3 stars for waiting time is due to the boat having had a problem with the diesel and we only left the harbour 1.5 hours later than planned. However the team was so kind and generous. They even sponsored us drinks at the restaurant across the street whilst we were waiting. The food was delicious and the drinks ice cold. Just what you need on a hot summers day. Thank you to the entire team - we had a blast! Hope to be back soon.
  • P
    Philip
    Jun 2022

    Translated from English

    Wonderful experience. The Boat is really clean, nice looking and instagramable. The staff on board was so nice and provided us with snacks and drinks. Can‘t do anything wrong for this price.
  • Jochen
    Jun 2022

    Translated from German

    We recommend. We had a great day at sea. Great boat and fantastic crew. We'd love to come back.
  • R
    Rebecca
    May 2022

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    We had a wonderful day on the boat. Everyone was really friendly and the boat was really comfortable and clean.
  • J
    Jan
    May 2022

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    We had an excellent half-day trip. Thank you so much for your kindness. We would book with you again any time!
  • J
    Joris
    Sep 2021

    Translated from French

    A very beautiful day on the boat with an exceptional lunch on board. Little boat trip and only 3 stops located a few hundred meters from each other. We nevertheless enjoy moments of relaxation, rest, tanning without getting bored! A paddle board is also available :) Beautiful day !
  • T
    Tim
    Sep 2021

    Translated from English

    Great boat - bang average
  • Daniel
    Sep 2021

    Translated from Greek

    It was the greatest day of my life! Thanks a lot I would definitely recommend Lazaros ab his Team. Thank you very much ?☀️??
  • O
    olivia
    Aug 2021

    Translated from English

    Very beautiful boat, large enough for 9 people (we were 9) and really great lunch. .the skipper and the captain did their job but not much more: qui te no comments, not really warm welcome and back to the harbor 20 minutes before the end. The trip proposed is the same than the one proposed by all glass bottom boats with a lot of people whereas with this type of boat it should have been possible to do a lot more atypical things. A little bit disappointed.
  • Brahim
    Aug 2021

    Translated from English

    Amazing and good experience. Everything was great. Thanks to the skippers for their time and also for the snacks and beers. We had a lot of fun
  • A
    Ambra
    Aug 2021

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    It was a great day on a beautiful Boat. We booked for the whole day and recieved a delicious and abundant lunch of various sandwiches and traditional greek salad. There were more then enough beverages to our disposal. it would have been nice if the crew had told us from the beginning that we had to tell them when we wanted to change location with the boat because we thought they would change location automatically. the rest was lovley and to recommend.
  • D
    Daria
    Jul 2021

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    Was nice everything
  • M
    Marvin
    Jul 2021

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    Great boat with good food and drinks but the trip was quite disappointing. Stayed in the same spot for 5 hours then returned to the Harbour
  • A
    Arnas
    Jul 2021

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    Everything was superb. Staff was very friendly, we had an awsome day. Definitely would recommend to everyone!

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