Private Chania Boat Trip: Discover Balos, Gramvousa, and Hidden Beaches in Crete

Embark on a private boat trip in Chania, Crete, and explore the stunning Balos beach, Gramvousa island, hidden beaches, and the protected Thodorou island. Swim in turquoise waters and discover ancient temples.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Balos Lagoon - After jumping onboard, our first stop on this full day trip is Balos beach, a lagoon of outstanding natural beauty located at the far tip of Gramvoussa peninsula, the most western point of Crete. The whole area is been declared a protected area by the Natura 2000 programme and conservation of the area is our top priority
What's Included
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
Additional Information

Join us as we set off on a day-long expedition, with our initial destination being the stunning Balos beach. Nestled on the furthest edge of the Gramvoussa peninsula, this lagoon boasts unparalleled natural beauty and marks Crete’s most westerly point. Recognised and shielded under the Natura 2000 programme, we are committed to prioritising its…

Location
Akti Enoseos 10
Akti Enoseos
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Christine_s
Oct 7, 2025
Beautiful beaches - 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.
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Eportland
Sep 30, 2025
Great trip! - Our captain Gregory was fabulous. The boat was new and comfortable. Highly recommend Notes Mare based on their customer service!
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Tomclaessens
Sep 16, 2025
Perfect day at sea with Notos Mare & Captain Gregory - We had an absolutely wonderful day out on the sea with Notos Mare. From the very beginning, everything was handled professionally and with great care. We had initially booked the Axopar 22, but because of expected winds they upgraded us to a RIB boat — and we’re so glad they did! It was the perfect choice for the conditions. Our captain, Gregory, made the trip truly unforgettable. As he proudly said, “I was born here and I will die here,” and his love for Crete really showed. He shared so much information about the island and the places we visited, all in excellent English. Gregory’s warmth, humor, and knowledge made us feel both welcome and safe throughout the day. We visited Balos and Gramvousa, as well as a few other beautiful stops we requested along the way. Even when the waves picked up higher than anticipated, Gregory’s skillful navigation meant we always felt completely safe and in good hands. This was a day to remember, and we highly recommend Notos Mare to anyone looking for a professional, friendly, and memorable boat trip in Crete. Thank you for giving us such a fantastic experience!
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Aay5988wd
Jul 24, 2025
- Great captain and amazing tour. The best in Crete! Very knowledgeable and fun. The service is top of the top. The boats are well maintained and very clean.
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P9557utdanielles
Jul 13, 2025
Best birthday boat trip! - What an amazing day! The sites were fantastic and a half day was the perfect amount of time. Our skipper Gregory was the best and made sure everything was comfortable. He even let me play my own music the whole time!
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813coreyr
Jul 2, 2025
Beautiful Way To Experience Crete! - My wife and I went on a private boat trip from Chania and had the most amazing time! There were a few stops along the way at various beaches, and each one was more beautiful than the last. We were provided plenty of drinks and a light lunch, which was perfect. We could not recommend it more!
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Fredshavnjosephine
May 27, 2025
Fantastic private boat trip with own captain - We had a fantastic trip on a private boat with our own captain. We were lucky with the weather and our captain Costas made the trip even better, with his good mood. In addition, his humor fits perfectly to our trio. We visited caves (one we could swim into) and Menies beach where we also could swim. The trip was tailored to our needs and the boat trip was so pleasant. Can highly recommend! We briefly met an English colleague in the office who was just as nice and you could feel there was a good mood among the staff. There was also a large selection of beverages on board (we had purchased an upgrade). 5 stars to Costas and Notos Mare.
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Christophe9568
Oct 12, 2024
Not to be missed. - What a pleasure to meet very friendly and especially hyper professional people. We rented a 300 hp at a more than reasonable Award without shipper. After downloading a Cretan navigation app, a short briefing on dangerous areas and small corners to do then a short 20 minutes sea tour with a skipper, who explains from A to Z the full functioning: dashboard, tanks ... , we were able to enjoy a beautiful day of sailing on Balos and Gramoussa. Thank you to this great team.
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498rolandg
Jun 20, 2024
A wonderful boat trip - This was the second private boat tour from Chania to Balos with Notos Mare. And it is always a dream to go on a tour with the boats and the team from Notos Mare. Luis, our skipper, was very accommodating, took time to answer all questions and brought us back to the port in Chania very safely. We felt safe the whole time. Luis also anticipated our every wish. Whether it was thirst or hunger. I can recommend Notos Mare 100%.
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490robs
Aug 3, 2025
Half day speed boat tour - Vey enjoyable half day boat to two lovely beach locations. Amazing boat with great sound system and a very good skipper who gave plenty of updates along the way. Due to an unfortuante event in the morning, we did much later than the advertised time which made one of the stops feel rushed and unable to properly enjoy the very good sampler grazing plate and drinks. But full credit for swift action and appropriate refund to address. Overall an enjoyable trip
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From $1,375 (Per Boat)
up to 9 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).