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Best Snorkeling Tours In Crete

Crete’s best days out.

The 15 most popular snorkeling tours on Crete — what each day actually involves, what it costs, and the operator running it.

15 Best Snorkeling Tours In Crete

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling

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Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling - Dia Island: the swimming, snorkeling, wine, and photo stop package

1Heraklion: Dia Island Sailing Cruise with Snorkeling

Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, drinks, and Greek food on a small yacht.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“The crew was super friendly. Even the weather condition was not the best, the travel went quite smooth. The bays are there just amazing. Only dis thing was, I was expecting to swim in more spots (we did 2), but the places we swam was fantastic 🥰 The food was not great but it tastes…”

742 reviews4.5 - 7 hoursFrom $82by Sailing Crete

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Chania: Menies Beach & Chironisia Bay Cruise with Snorkeling

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Chania: Menies Beach & Chironisia Bay Cruise with Snorkeling - Getting to Kolymbari and the 4-Hour Timing That Works

2Chania: Menies Beach & Chironisia Bay Cruise with Snorkeling

Cruise from Kolymbari to Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay for 4 hours of swimming, snorkeling, and WWII underwater sights.

★ 4.4

“We met the guide and the rest of our group at the port as we are staying in Kolymbari, the boat left of time. We had a great trip to Menies beach for 2 hours, we snorkelled and sunbathed: There is a little swim to the shore however the crew have baskets and paddle boards…”

429 reviews4 hoursFrom $47by Smile Cruises

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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling & Stand-Up Paddling

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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling & Stand-Up Paddling - Snorkeling Gear + Coaching: What You Get Before You Touch the Water

3Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling & Stand-Up Paddling

3-hour boat trip from Chania with guided snorkeling off Almyrida, SUP lessons, snacks, and free photo and video. Sea scooters optional.

★ 4.7

“Our family loved this excursion. The guides did a great job of explaining what to do. They were friendly and helpful. The snorkeling experience was so fun. The water was beautiful. This was one of our favorite activities on our trip. We would definitely do this again if we return to Crete. Fantastic day!”

363 reviews3 hoursFrom $100by Omega Divers

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Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!

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Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up! - Akrotiri Peninsula cruise: bays, first swims, and the “how it feels” moment

4Boat Trip in Crete with Guided Snorkeling and Free Pick up!

Chania boat trip with guided snorkeling, Blue Cave, snacks, and free hotel pickup. Morning or afternoon departures.

★ 4.5

“Really fun day snorkeling! The crew was super and made sure everyone was OK and safe in the water. We wore wetsuits and had a guide into the caves and around the rocks. Not a lot of fish to see but the caves and rock formations were interesting. Christiana arranged pick up and return to…”

246 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $96.79by Chania Diving Center

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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling Tour

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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling Tour - Small group snorkeling on a 4-hour rhythm

5Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling Tour

Chania boat trip with guided snorkeling and hotel transfers. Two clear-water snorkeling stops, gear included, 4 hours.

★ 5.0

“My first time snorkelling and it was good fun, the team were so lovely, knowledgeable and very welcoming. Would definitely recommend. Will definitely be back to do it again soon.”

243 reviews4 hoursFrom $88by Salty Descents

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Heraklion: Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling

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Heraklion: Sunset Sailing Cruise Dia Island with Snorkeling - Half-Day vs Full-Day: Choosing the Right Amount of Sea Time

Heraklion: Dia Catamaran Tour – Lunch, Open Bar & Snorkeling

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Heraklion: Dia Catamaran Tour - Lunch, Open Bar & Snorkeling - Boarding at Marina Café: Arrive Early, Then Get Comfortable

7Heraklion: Dia Catamaran Tour – Lunch, Open Bar & Snorkeling

Heraklion to Dia Island on a spacious catamaran with open bar, snorkeling, SUP, and a Mediterranean lunch. 5 hours of sea time.

★ 4.9

“I had the pleasure of experiencing a catamaran cruise to Dia Island, and it was spectacular. This trip provided a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and breathtaking scenery. The catamaran itself was modern, spacious, and well-maintained. The seafood was just perfect. Big bravo to the chef Konstantinos. The boat had plenty of sea toys like…”

161 reviewsFrom $141by DanEri Yachts

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Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option

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Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option - Lunch and Drinks on the Yacht: The Meal Part Isn’t an Afterthought

8Sailing Trip to Dia with Snorkeling, Dining & Sunset Option

Sail from Heraklion to Dia for snorkel time, a filling onboard lunch, and an optional sunset ride back. Pickup options available.

★ 5.0

“This was a truly fantastic experience that my wife and I enjoyed thoroughly! First, we appreciated all the communication before the day of our trip, with all the practical information regarding the trip, which made the preparations and planning simple and easy. We felt the duration of 4.5 hours worked very well. The trip itself…”

142 reviews4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $36.30by Sailingtrips.gr

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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling Tour & SUP

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Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling Tour & SUP - The boat ride: what speedboats are good for in western Crete

9Chania: Boat Trip with Guided Snorkeling Tour & SUP

3-hour guided snorkeling and optional SUP from Chania with hotel pickup, quality gear, and free action-camera photos and video.

★ 4.5

“We were unable to go due to the poor weather, asked if we could make a larger boat and if we could make our own way there to the boat although pick ups were included in our tour? We weren’t going to be able to make the boat as is was notified to us too…”

129 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $119.73by Omega Divers

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Heraklion: Dia Island Morning Sailing Trip with Snorkeling

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Heraklion: Dia Island Morning Sailing Trip with Snorkeling - Rocca a Mare Fortress Photo Stop: A Quick History Hit Without the Museum Time

10Heraklion: Dia Island Morning Sailing Trip with Snorkeling

Morning sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkel-swim time, coastline views, and included snacks, fruit, wine, and drinks.

★ 4.9

“The semi private tour was a great experience to Dia island. The weather made for good conditions to sail, aswell as snorkel. Very knowledgeable captian, tour guide. Bonus include being served sandwiches and fruit which was lovely. Highly recommend.”

100 reviews6 hoursFrom $82by Cretan Yachts

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Crete-Chania: Snorkeling & Scuba Dive for Beginners by Boat

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Crete-Chania: Snorkeling & Scuba Dive for Beginners by Boat - Training first, then water time: how this stays beginner-friendly

11Crete-Chania: Snorkeling & Scuba Dive for Beginners by Boat

Half-day boat trip from Chania for first-timer scuba and snorkeling at Blue Cave, with small groups, photos, and included gear.

★ 5.0

“Amazing experience!! The crew was super helpful and friendly. Since it was my first time trying scuba diving, I was nervous but the crew does a great job at explaining everything and making sure everyone stay safe. Would def recommend!”

77 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $181.02by Chania Diving Center

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Snorkeling Trip to Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls, Plakias, Crete

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Snorkeling Trip to Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls, Plakias, Crete - The hike to the stream: 300 steps down and what to expect

12Snorkeling Trip to Kourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfalls, Plakias, Crete

Snorkel to Kourtaliotiko Gorge waterfalls near Plakias with wetsuits, gear, and a step-heavy trek through caves and lagoons in Crete.

★ 4.5

“SO AMAZING! The hike was beautiful. You got to see a really neat church on the way down to the waterfall and hear the backstory. Also see some vultures. The waterfall was AMAZING! Cold water, but tolerable with the wetsuit. Once and a lifetime opportunity. Jelle and kilian were our guides and they were so…”

64 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $109.82by Dive2gether Crete

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Chania Guided Snorkeling and Boat Excursion

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Chania Guided Snorkeling and Boat Excursion - Getting to Salty Descents: pickup in Chania vs meeting in Kalyves

13Chania Guided Snorkeling and Boat Excursion

Chania guided snorkeling with pickup, two clear swim stops from a small boat, fish sightings, wetsuits, and a snack break on board.

★ 5.0

“Very well organised and friendly staff and guide, very knowledgeable. Spent approx 1hr30.min in the water at 2 spots. My adult daughter really enjoyed the experience as did I ( although I dont particularly enjoy open water went with her for moral support!!) Water and fruit provided. Over all a very enjoyable morning would recommend”

38 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $83.88by Salty Descents

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Olous – Guided Snorkelling Excursion to Discover Olous Sunken Ancient City

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Olous – Guided Snorkelling Excursion to Discover Olous Sunken Ancient City - From Elounda to Olous: Timing, Pickup, and What the Morning Looks Like

14Olous – Guided Snorkelling Excursion to Discover Olous Sunken Ancient City

Snorkel above the sunken Minoan city of Olous from Elounda. Small group, full gear, beginner-friendly guide included.

★ 4.5

“Very nice contact and atmosphere. First there was an interesting historical introduction about the ruins, then trying on the masks, wetsuits and snorkeling. The snorkeling itself was super relaxed and the guide very helpful and patient, especially for beginners. There were only four of us. The ruins themselves consist mainly of the old road and…”

31 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $66.08by Diving Center Blue Dolphin Elounda

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Chania: Sea Scooter Snorkeling boat tour

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Chania: Sea Scooter Snorkeling boat tour - Souda Bay by boat: why the cruise time is part of the deal

15Chania: Sea Scooter Snorkeling boat tour

Electric Yamaha Sea Scooters help you snorkel farther in Chania’s Souda Bay, with small groups, snacks, and free photos/videos.

★ 4.4

“Lasst euch dieses Abenteuer nicht entgehen, wir werden bestimmt nochmal an einem anderen Ort mit einem Scouter die Meere unsicher machen, leider war der deutschsprachige Scout nicht vor Ort aber Adriana hat es uns auf englisch so gut erklärt, das kaum Fragen aufkommen. Gerne wieder, bleibt wie Ihr seid.”

20 reviews3 hoursFrom $132by Omega Divers

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