Balos Shared Catamaran Cruise (small groups up to 10 or 22ppl)
Overview
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7 hours
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There are not enough words to describe the beauty of Balos beach… on our yachts you will enjoy the crystal-clear waters of this western, amazing point of Chania so close to the beach but yet, so far from the crowds. Spend your day under the Cretan sun swimming and relaxing in the privacy only a yacht can offer, walk around the white beach without the stress of losing your sunbed as this is secured on the boat!!! Whether sunbathing during the day or “star-bathing” during the night, we guarantee you an exclusive sailing experience.
During the two stops, anchoring at a small distance from the land, you will have the opportunity to taste delicious Cretan snacks, homemade lunch with Greek salads and fruit salads and an open bar of wine, beverages and soft drinks while you swim and relax under the Greek sun.
If pick up included option choosen, then pick ups are from Chania and points on the way to Kissamos. No pick ups from other regions of Crete or Villages further from Chania
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Transfer/Pick up from a meeting point in Chania (when option choosed in the booking process)
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Use of Snorkelling equipment
During the cruise we offer local snacks, seasonal fruits and drinks (beer, wine, Colas and bottled water)
Sea towels, swimsuits, sunscreen
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Balos Lagoon
There are not enough words to describe the beauty of Balos beach… on our yachts you will enjoy the crystal-clear waters of this western, amazing point of Chania so close to the beach but yet, so far from the crowds!!! Spend your day under the Cretan sun swimming and relaxing in the privacy only a yacht can offer, walk around the white beach without the stress of losing your sunbed as this is secured on the boat!!! Whether sunbathing during the day or “star-bathing” during the night, we guarantee you an exclusive sailing experience!!!
Gramvousa
As soon as you embark, we will start our trip to the beautiful Balos beach for our first stop, anchoring, for swimming and relaxation. You will have enough time to swim and explore the seabed if you wish as we will provide you the necessary snorkeling equipment. Then we will sail across, to Gramvousa island, for the next stop. In this second stop you will have the opportunity to visit the old pirate fortress on the top of the hill.
Options
With Transfer pick-up/drop-off
Without transfer pick-up/off
Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful trip!
Lynne S,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Caring and friendly crew who were very focused on everyone having a great day. Transfer from our hotel to port was great and once on board we were provided with coffees, soft and alcoholic drinks, snacks, fresh fruit and a tasty lunch. At the swim stops there were floatation aids, snorkel masks, dry bags and tenders to shore provided. The waters were beautiful and clear. The aperol cocktail served on the sail back to port was a nice touch. Definitely recommend this tour over the public ferries which looked far too crowded! Thanks all for an amazing day!
Brilliant day
Matt E,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic experience , really well organised. The crew very brilliant and looked after us very well day, lovely food and drinks. We had plenty of time at both Balos and Gramvousa to swim and explore and we didn’t feel rushed. Really excellent day!
Worst excursion ever!
Catherine C,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
1.00This excursion quickly turned into a nightmare. What the tour description does not mention is that the sailing route to Balos Beach is VERY rough. There were 12 people on our catamaran sail and at least half were getting seasick because the sea was so rough. It was an awful experience. When the seas are this rough, this excursion should not operate. Because so many people were getting sick, the crew asked if everyone wanted to turn back and go to Balos Beach by minivan. It was unanimous that the guests wanted to turn back and end the seasick misery. So we went back to the marina and boarded a minivan to Balos Beach. It was a one hour ride, most of it over a slow and inclining dirt road. What the crew did not tell us that the parking lot for Balos Beach is at the top of a mountain and pedestrians must hike down a steep side of a mountain to reach Balos Beach. Of course we were all wearing flip flops not hiking boots. The hike down to the beach took over half an hourour over rugged terrain in full sun, no guardrails. At least one tourist passed out on the side of the trail and was receiving medical attention. Going down was treacherous and extremely difficult. The crew basically sold it as a short easy hike. It was not. It was the most strenuous hike I’ve ever done. The scenery is beautiful but not worth the stress of the hike. The beach was nice but very windy and the sand was blowing in our faces. There was a bathroom that you had to pay to use at the beach. The hike back up to the parking lot was nothing short of horrific. I did not think I was going to make it. I really thought I was going to die on that mountain. It took me over an hour to climb the steep mountain in the hot sun in flip flops with no drinking water. Worst excision ever. The really insulting part is the crew openly lied to us about how difficult it is to reach this beach. It is beautiful, but if you must go, take the large public ferry, not a small private boat. Do not even consider hiking down to the beach on foot. Never again. Most of us guests thought we were just lied to. Do not take this excursion
Very good
Gustavo P,
Sep 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good indeed if the experience is fantastic and the crew good and excellent all beautiful
Great day!
Jennie Z,
Sep 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00We simply loved our day! All the crew was on top (thank you Jolene for your excellent meal!!). We sailed with quite strong winds and it was still very pleasant. The band was great too and we had a good laugh. In Gramvousa, we were able to go up to the fort, swim, snorkel or take the SUP. In Balos, it would have been the same, but it was just too windy — and nobody can help that. We recommend 100%: it's worth it in every way! The crew, the intimate Mood, the scenery, the explanations... everything!
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