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Golden Light at Balos: Sunset Cruise from Kissamos

Kissamos Port, Chania, Greece

4.7
44 REVIEWS
22
PEOPLE
6h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English, Greek

What's included

    Fuel
    Crew
    Towels
    Snorkeling Equipment
    Swimming Stop
    Drinking Water
    Ice Box
    Food / Drinks

About the experience

Embark on an unforgettable morning cruise from Kissamos Port, Crete, and discover the island's most stunning coastal treasures. Our journey begins with a visit to Gramvousa Island, renowned for its historic Venetian fortress. Ascend to the fortress and capture breathtaking panoramic views of the vibrant azure waters that surround this iconic landmark.

Next, we set sail for the world-famous Balos Lagoon, a natural wonder that will leave you speechless. Witness the mesmerizing contrast of exotic turquoise waters against the unique pinkish sands, creating a picture-perfect paradise. We provide complimentary beach towels and a cool box, ensuring your comfort as you swim, sunbathe, and relax in this idyllic setting.

As the day progresses, we'll begin our return journey, enjoying the breathtaking sunset views over the Aegean Sea. This meticulously planned cruise from Kissamos offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. As we return to port, you'll carry cherished memories of Crete's pristine landscapes and crystal-clear waters. Experience the ultimate Crete boat tour and uncover the unparalleled beauty of Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon with this unforgettable sunset cruise. Book your Kissamos cruise today for an island escape you'll never forget.

Note: the displayed price is for 14 people. For bookings with more/less people special fares apply.

About the experience

Embark on an unforgettable morning cruise from Kissamos Port, Crete, and discover the island's most stunning coastal treasures. Our journey begins with a visit to Gramvousa Island, renowned for its historic Venetian fortress. Ascend to the fortress and capture breathtaking panoramic views of the vibrant azure waters that surround this iconic landmark.

Next, we set sail for the world-famous Balos Lagoon, a natural wonder that will leave you speechless. Witness the mesmerizing contrast of exotic turquoise waters against the unique pinkish sands, creating a picture-perfect paradise. We provide complimentary beach towels and a cool box, ensuring your comfort as you swim, sunbathe, and relax in this idyllic setting.

As the day progresses, we'll begin our return journey, enjoying the breathtaking sunset views over the Aegean Sea. This meticulously planned cruise from Kissamos offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. As we return to port, you'll carry cherished memories of Crete's pristine landscapes and crystal-clear waters. Experience the ultimate Crete boat tour and uncover the unparalleled beauty of Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon with this unforgettable sunset cruise. Book your Kissamos cruise today for an island escape you'll never forget.

Note: the displayed price is for 14 people. For bookings with more/less people special fares apply.

Organised by Eleni
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· 53 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
Kissamos Port, Chania, Greece
Gramvousa Island
ramvousa Island, reached first on the morning cruise, is a historic site featuring a Venetian fortress. Its elevated position offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding turquoise waters. The island's combination of historical significance and natural beauty makes it a captivating stop.
Balos Lagoon
Balos Lagoon, the second destination, is renowned for its exotic beauty. Its shallow, crystal-clear turquoise waters and pinkish sands create a picturesque paradise. This lagoon provides an ideal setting for swimming and relaxation, making it a highlight of the cruise.
Arrive back at:
Kissamos Port, Chania, Greece

4.7/5 · 44 reviews

Reviews are displayed in chronological order
  • Anamaria
    Date of the rental 10/09/2025  ·  Date of the review 17/09/2025
    Everything was great!
  • M
    Marianna
    Date of the rental 27/08/2025  ·  Date of the review 28/08/2025
    our favorite day in Crete! Eleni and the crew are absolutely amazing, caring, and fun! the best part was the lunch - homemade and excellent. the boat is the perfect size, very comfortable and relaxing. we were able to customize our trip and even add more time if we wished. we really appreciate everything for making our day magical and memorable.
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    Carmen
    Date of the rental 24/06/2025  ·  Date of the review 26/06/2025

    Translated from Spanish

    We were a large group and had a great day on board the boat. The skippers were very nice and attentive. The boat is old but very comfortable for so many people.
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    Hasse
    Date of the rental 14/10/2024  ·  Date of the review 14/10/2024
    A fantastic day on the sea. Three generations had the best time👌
Reviews
4.7
  • Anamaria
    Sep 2025
    Everything was great!
  • M
    Marianna
    Aug 2025
    our favorite day in Crete! Eleni and the crew are absolutely amazing, caring, and fun! the best part was the lunch - homemade and excellent. the boat is the perfect size, very comfortable and relaxing. we were able to customize our trip and even add more time if we wished. we really appreciate everything for making our day magical and memorable.
  • C
    Carmen
    Jun 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    We were a large group and had a great day on board the boat. The skippers were very nice and attentive. The boat is old but very comfortable for so many people.
  • H
    Hasse
    Oct 2024
    A fantastic day on the sea. Three generations had the best time👌
  • S
    sonia
    Sep 2024

    Translated from French

    We had a great time! The meal was very good but a real dessert and a good coffee would have been very appreciated! Thank you we had a lot of fun. There were 14 of us on the boat not counting the crew and we had room!
  • A
    Aleksandar
    Sep 2024
    Very nice crew and boat with a beatiful trip
  • A
    Alexandra
    Sep 2024
    Absolutely wonderful experience. Could not recommend more!
  • A
    Antoine
    Aug 2024

    Translated from French

    Niki is a top owner, he is very welcoming and his boat is impeccable, perfect for a nice trip at sea, I recommend!
  • T
    Toby
    Jul 2024
    The boat is very comfortable, with options to relax in the sun, inside, up top, and below deck (beds). The lunch was fantastic! They took us to Balos, and we avoided the crowds, then we found a private cove to swim and explore. A truly magical day!
  • A
    Alexander
    Jul 2024
    Very good time and hospitable people!
  • M
    Martin
    Jun 2024

    Translated from German

    Great tour, attentive and very friendly host! The boat is in really good condition for its age. We can absolutely recommend the provider! Thank you for everything
  • K
    Kayla
    Sep 2023

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    Highly recommend it. Beautiful boat. Very friendly staff
  • A
    Alina
    Sep 2023

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    We loved it! The crew was very kind and friendly! We had an amazing day! I recommend it 100%.
  • K
    Karim
    Aug 2023

    Translated from French

    We had a great time, everything was perfect! To do again with pleasure!!
  • A
    Athena
    Jun 2023

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    We were able to beat the crowds at the most beautiful beaches and Eleni’s cooking on board was amazing!
  • A
    Antoine
    Sep 2022

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    A really nice afternoon with a lovely crew. Thanks a lot Eleni for your positive energy!
  • Paul
    Sep 2022

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    Wonderful experience at excellent value for money. The food is very good and in large quantities. Definitely worth taking the meal option. Do not hesitate to ask the pilot to take you to places to swim in privacy and away from tourists. There were 12 of us on the boat and it was big enough for us. Appearance a bit old-fashioned outside the boat but inside we completely forget this aspect. Thank you again for this very nice experience which remains our best day of our vacation in Crete.
  • M
    marilena
    Aug 2022

    Translated from English

    Excellent service ! Amazing BBQ lunch & plenty of drinks . Perfect day .
  • R
    Rafi
    Aug 2022

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    We had a beautiful experience.
  • K
    Karla
    Sep 2021

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    I can't recommend them enough. It was one of the best experiences me and my friends had in Crete. Everything was perfect! Cleanliness, food, crew extremely friendly always willing to help us. The boat is great and bigger than we were expecting. It is worth it every euro paid. Many thanks for everything!
  • L
    Laurie
    Aug 2021

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful day aboard the Balos Star. The boat complies with the announcement and allows you to get to Gramvoussa and Balos before the big boats. The crew is very nice. As for the lunch served on board, we really enjoyed ourselves. You can book with your eyes closed you will not regret it.
  • Maeva
    Aug 2021

    Translated from French

    We had a great day aboard the Balos star
  • N
    Niculae
    Aug 2021

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    Great experience, went for the morning route to Balos Beach , the crew was very nice. Lunch was delicious and the boat was clean, exactly what we expected.
  • E
    Elsa
    Aug 2021

    Translated from French

    Great day with friends on the boat, I recommend
  • M
    Marcos
    Aug 2021

    Translated from Spanish

    The description of this ship is far from reality. It is a boat from 1975 and NOT from 2000. They did not offer us coffee or pastries on arrival, in fact they did not have coffee, they only let you use a cabin and a bathroom. Slow boat according to its age. Difficult communication on board. They barely spoke English. The food was not bad. They took us out of the water in a hurry and bad ways to return to port, alluding that they had another shift later and arriving 15min. Before to port ... In general a bit disappointing although later you understand the price and the quality / price ratio is not bad at all ...
  • Abelardo
    Aug 2021

    Translated from English

    It has been an amazing experience. The crew is profesional and careful. They took good care of us. Good was really nice and a bit too much! ;-) The boat is great, is a bit old, but has everything you need for a day trip in a very comfortable way. Nikki is absolutely a superhost and took good care of everything. And the crew is simply perfect. Merging experience and deep knowledge of the place and timings. Do not hesitate to book with them and make sure you leave the captain take you to the right place at the right time. We were ALONE both at Balos and Granvousa. And then got to know a very special place with the clearest waters we have seen in our lives.
  • Danielle
    Jul 2021

    Translated from Dutch

    The sea was wild so quite an adventure! The lagoon is beautiful and happy to have been with our own boat instead of the tourist boat. The entire crew could have been more present, all felt a bit uncomfortable.
  • C
    Carl
    Jul 2021

    Translated from French

    Great day spent at 12, plenty of room for everyone. Very good upstream communication with Niki, and a very warm welcome from the crew, who were very discreet. Special mention to the captain for his navigation in a slightly rough sea and for the excellent meals! If you want to have a good day in Balos, forget the big tourist boats and go for the Balos Star ?
  • P
    Philip
    Jul 2021

    Translated from English

    We had a warm welcome nice boat and great lunch!
  • T
    Thierry
    Jul 2021

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    Just Enjoy :-)
  • C
    Christophe
    Jul 2021

    Translated from French

    We had a great day with the "Niki" crew. Always on the lookout for the prettiest and less touristic places! To be consumed without moderation ... Krys & Kroll, Milo, Nina & her friends.
  • C
    Chiara
    Jul 2021

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    Great experience. The staff has been very nice and welcoming. Great food! Trip to Balos well planned, the boat is not new but in line with the pictures/ description and well kept.
  • H
    Hugo
    Jul 2021

    Translated from English

    My family and I had a wonderful day thanks to the splendid service of Niki. The excellent communication, service, itinerary, and outstanding lunch made for an unforgettable day. Many thanks team.
  • A
    Adam
    Jun 2021

    Translated from English

    The boat excursion with Niki was absolutely amazing. It was even better than we could have hoped for. The trip was planned perfectly, the onboard lunch was perfect and so good and the beaches and areas we stopped were beautiful. Thank you so much. It was an absolutely amazing day for our families. Highly recommend to anyone with a larger group. They took great care of us.
  • B
    Bram
    Jun 2021

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    Very friendly crew. We enjoyed our trip to the fullest. Great boat! Highly recommend this boat for group of friends that want to enjoy the sea
  • A
    arielle
    Jun 2021

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    was a wonderful day! couldn’t imagine a better boat day for our group of friends. From the friendliness of the crew, the food, and the beautiful water/scenery! would definitely recommend!
  • P
    Peter
    Jun 2021

    Translated from English

    As our first ever yacht private cruise, we have been extremely satisfied with Niki and her beautiful yacht. We were delighted to be welcomed with warmth and top notch service. A special thanks to niki for having made our travel experience fantastic.

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60% refund up to 30 days before arrival, excluding expenses.
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Includes professional skipper

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