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Crete’s best days out.
The 15 most popular snorkeling boat tours on Crete — what each day actually involves, what it costs, and the operator running it.
Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, drinks, and Greek food on a small yacht.
Most Popular“Ernesto and George are very lovely, informative and overall, A great experience!”
Cruise from Kolymbari to Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay for 4 hours of swimming, snorkeling, and WWII underwater sights.
“Had a great time! The boat had plenty of space and was modern and clean. Loads of equipment to use for snorkelling and for swimmers that weren’t so confident. The locations were amazing and would recommend this trip to anyone!”
3-hour boat trip from Chania with guided snorkeling off Almyrida, SUP lessons, snacks, and free photo and video. Sea scooters optional.
“Great guide, first time I’ve felt very comfortable snorkelling. Visited nice locations”
Chania boat trip with guided snorkeling, Blue Cave, snacks, and free hotel pickup. Morning or afternoon departures.
“We took our 6 year old for her first time snorkeling in the ocean. The staff and captain were great. They provided great equipment, including wet suits (Oct the water is a tad cool). My daughter swam about 20 minutes each in 2 different locations. She had a blast. Great for first time snorkelers.”
Chania boat trip with guided snorkeling and hotel transfers. Two clear-water snorkeling stops, gear included, 4 hours.
“We had a great time snorkeling! We did it early in the morning and were all alone in the bay. We got a lot of information on the boat about the area and the equipement. Tip: choose the long sleeve wetsuit. The water can be quite cold at the end of september.”
Heraklion to Dia island catamaran at sunset with snorkeling, paddleboarding, Greek food and drinks, plus a small group feel.
“The transfer went without any problems. The boat ‚Chill out‘ was great. The sea was quite rough, but it was fun and the captain and his assistant made sure that everyone was safe. On the way to Dia island, the captain told us about the mythical history of the island. Once we arrived we had…”
Heraklion to Dia Island on a spacious catamaran with open bar, snorkeling, SUP, and a Mediterranean lunch. 5 hours of sea time.
“I couldn’t fault anything on this trip. The entire crew from the Captain and his first mate, the chef, and our tour leaders were great. The boat was a good size, comfortable and clean, meals were tasty and varied. The length of the trip was just right and the spot to Dia island was just…”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia for snorkel time, a filling onboard lunch, and an optional sunset ride back. Pickup options available.
“It was a great trip to finish our cruise vacation! Boat was very nice, the Captain & his assistant were truly great to deal with! Very relaxing day with a nice cove area to swim and snorkel in. They returned us on time which was critical to us because we had to make it back…”
3-hour guided snorkeling and optional SUP from Chania with hotel pickup, quality gear, and free action-camera photos and video.
“The excursion was well organized and enjoyable, though the cleanliness of the vehicle transporting us from the cruise ship port to where the excursion boat was docked left a lot to be desired. We enjoyed both the snorkeling and the stand-up paddle-boarding. Would have loved to do even more snorkeling. We enjoyed using the sea…”
Morning sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkel-swim time, coastline views, and included snacks, fruit, wine, and drinks.
“Apart from the sea being a bit choppy, the trip was brilliant. The guides/hosts were lovely people and the food they provided was delicious (and a bonus as I wasn't expecting any!) They provided us with the snorkeling gear and we could go on and off the boat as we pleased. It was a really…”
Half-day boat trip from Chania for first-timer scuba and snorkeling at Blue Cave, with small groups, photos, and included gear.
“Beautiful clear water made this outing an unforgettable experience. The visibility was stunning and there were lots of fish to see. Although the water was cold, the provided wetsuit made for comfortable dives. Jarred lead the dive, and was very skilled and friendly. He picked me up and dropped me off right next to the…”
Snorkel to Kourtaliotiko Gorge waterfalls near Plakias with wetsuits, gear, and a step-heavy trek through caves and lagoons in Crete.
“This experience was amazing! Our guide, Paul, was also the owner and he was a Perfect… super informative and patient. Highly recommend”
Chania guided snorkeling with pickup, two clear swim stops from a small boat, fish sightings, wetsuits, and a snack break on board.
“This was a fantastic snorkeling adventure at a great price. The guides were fabulous, the quick boat trip out to the two snorkeling sites was fun and easy, and the views were unmatched. We saw a ton of fish, squid, and eels. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting to snorkel the amazing…”
Electric Yamaha Sea Scooters help you snorkel farther in Chania’s Souda Bay, with small groups, snacks, and free photos/videos.
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Private South Crete yacht day from Agia Galini with snorkeling, SUP boards, and a local organic lunch, plus scenic beach time.
“We had a very relaxed day on the water today! You get a nice lunch and can snorkel in the clear water (they have gear on board) Thanks George for the nice day and your enthusiasm.”
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