Boat trip from Kissamos to the island of Gramvousa and the Balos lagoon, Crete

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8 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 3 years-old and up
From€38

Explore the protected paradise of Crete on this boat trip from Kissamos to the island of Gramvousa and the Balos lagoon!

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Looking for an accessible activity for your holiday in Crete? Then this boat trip from Kissamos is for you! You can join this excursion and easily discover the island of Gramvousa and the Balos lagoon with professionals who know the area like the back of their hand. Children as young as 3 can take part in the boat trip, making it the perfect way to spend some family time together from the port of Kissamos, also known as the port of Kasteli.

This boat trip from Kissamos will appeal to nature lovers and heritage enthusiasts alike! Two stops of around 2 hours each are scheduled during the cruise to enable you to visit 2 of Crete's most magnificent sites.

First, you'll visit the island of Gramvousa, a place renowned for its panoramic views over the Cretan Sea, its beaches and also its fortress. History buffs can take a short hike to this Venetian fortress, built in 1579 to protect Crete from pirates and invaders. Taking the boat to the island of Gramvousa is the easiest way to get to the island and explore it, so don't miss out!

You will then continue your boat trip to the Balos lagoon. This time, nature lovers in particular will be delighted! In this lagoon of white and pink sand and shallow turquoise waters, you'll feel like you're in paradise! The Balos lagoon is a protected nature reserve, home to an incredible diversity of flora and fauna.

Boating from Kissamos is a great way to explore the island of Gramvousa and the Balos lagoon with ease. Gather your friends or family and enjoy a day in paradise on a boat in Crete!

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Practical information

Discover the preserved Wildlife Refuges of Gramvousa and Balos during this boat tour from Kissamos!

Boat capacity : 1,100 people.

Course of events

Please allow for a whole day for this activity. Here are some details about the duration of each step of the itinerary:

  • Arrival at Kissamos port 40 minutes before departure.
  • Embark the boat in Kissamos.
  • Boat tour in the bay of Kissamos.
  • Head to Gramvousa or Balos depending on the itinerary.
  • 2 hour stop to visit Gramvousa where you can hike to the castle in 20 minutes.
  • 20 minutes sail between Gramvousa and Balos.
  • The ship will dock in Balos for about 2 hours.
  • Sail back to Kissamos.
Activity requirements

Passengers must be present at the boarding area at Kissamos port 40 minutes before departure.

Special terms

During the stops, you may return to the ship at any time, but make sure you are back at least 10 minutes before departure.

Gramvousa and Balos do not have roads or shops. The ship's self-service restaurant-bar is open throughout the cruise, so you can enjoy a delicious meal, salad, snacks, drinks, coffee, ice creams, etc. on board or take away your meal in a package.

You can rent a sun umbrella, at a daily fee of 5€.

You can use your credit card for purchases onboard the ship.

There is a free parking area at the port of Kissamos.

Meeting point:
Cretan Daily Cruises, Port of Kissamos, Chania 734 00, Greece
Spoken languages:Greek, English
Included
  • Professional skipper
  • Free parking at the port
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Sun umbrella
  • Food
  • Beverages
Do not forget to bring
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel

Reviews

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Fabienne B., France — 27/08/2024
5/5
Bien organisé le temps passé sur place est parfait
Ana G., Spain — 19/08/2023
5/5
Vey nice option to visit Balos and Gramvousa. In spite of the original plan, we went first to Balos and in the back way we stopped at Gramvousa. This was really nice as most of the trips did the opposite, so we found less people in both places although it is always crowded.
Lyne R., France — 22/06/2023
5/5
Belle journée, joli endroit et du temps pour profiter
Stephanie H., France — 01/06/2023
4/5
Dommage que tout le monde n’aie pas une place assise dans le bateau .
Ophélie B., France — 12/05/2023
4/5
Activités à faire par contre pour gramvousa, le temps de monter et redescendre pour les personnes n étant pas sportives c'est un peu juste1u niveau du temps pour faire un tour complet arrivée en haut.

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