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 included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Tasty snacks provided
  • Access to snorkeling equipment
  • All fees and taxes covered
  • Alcoholic beverages available
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
Glafkou 425
Glafkou
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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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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Wjk4345
May 30, 2024
Amazing family day out with captain louis - What a wonderful amazing day we had on our private boat trip for 4 adults and 2 children. Our captain Louis for the day could not have been more helpful providing interesting information and best spots for anchoring up. Louis was always aware of what was going on around to ensure our safety whilst we sailed in the spacious comfy boat. Food provided was fresh and tasty and there was ample choice of drinks. We truly did make some fabulous family memories. Would definately recommend this company for a boat trip out whilst in crete.
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238jh
May 25, 2024
Balos Lagoon - We had a wonderful time taking a rib boat to Balos Lagoon. As a non-swimmer, it was a little tough for me to walk from the boat to shore in wavy water, but all the others were thrilled. Luis was a wonderful skipper/host. Highly recommend this tour, but be sure to take your jackets and/or towels to keep warm as you sail around Crete! The sea had the most beautiful shades of blue and green.
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Elvistal7
May 21, 2024
Our captain was the best!!! - The boat was spotless, the snacks and drinks were very good, our captain was very knowledgable and accommodating. We had a wonderful time and we will book Notos Mare again for July and I'm sure other future trips.
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Trip97523
Sep 24, 2023
Awesome day on the water - We had a fantastic day on the Mediterranean with friends. Communication with NotosMare was easy, always responding to any questions quickly. We rented the Axopar 37. Beautiful boat with tons of room for 6. Captain prepared us a great lunch on board, drinks were flowing and the beaches were gorgeous. Captain Manolis was exactly what we were hoping for, great guy. Made our day quite enjoyable. Thank you NotosMare and Manolis. Your company came highly recommended from our hotel in Chania. I now know why.
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Chrisfromcumberland
Aug 28, 2023
Best half day Chania sea excursion - Our captain Emmanuel (Mano) was the perfect host. Very knowledgeable about the history, geography and even shared a few secret spots. We swam in crystal blue water in grottos, saw Venetian era fortress, a few wild goats and the most peaceful beaches one can imagine. We even floated over the wreckage of a WWII German transport JU-52. Mano was just the best host and captain. He made the excursion a trip of a life time.
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794despinam
Aug 23, 2023
Great experience - We planned a full day from Marathi to balos with multiple stops. We enjoyed a couple of hours on the boat before we had a mechanical issue. This is something that has never happened before, but the captain was quick to respond and the company trouble-shooted quickly. Although we still had a great time on the water and managed to make a couple of stops, because our trip ended earlier, we were refunded all our money. The owner Niko was a class act!
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Jonathen
Jul 12, 2023
An amazing day at Balos - What an amazing day. We took the half day option and that was plenty of time to enjoy Balos and Gramvuosa. The best part is that Notos makes sure that you arrive at Balos ahead of the ferry. The beach was fairly empty when we arrived and as we left, three ferries arrived unloading an unending line of people. The ride is about an hour from Chania, Captain Andy was great. Made sure we were comfortable and made it fun. Seeing Balos Beach was a highlight of our trip and Notos Mare was definitely the way to get there. A+.
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880forrests
Jul 2, 2023
Fantastic day on boat with Family - The company was able to accomodate our booking last minute - literally the night before. The boat was in excellent condition and the Caption "Michael" was a great character to spend the day with our family. He was fun and also served a delicious lunch. Thanks again!
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Anniesg1518ne
Jul 1, 2023
A brilliant experience - We had a brilliant day exploring the beautiful beaches of Crete. Our guide Andy was amazing - informative, good fun and great with our three daughters. Our experience with Notos Mare has been a highlight of our European adventure. Thanks Andy for a wonderful day that we will remember for years ahead.
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From $1,266 (Per Boat)
up to 9 guests
1 Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).