Boat Trip from Kissamos to Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon in Crete

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full day
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From 3 years-old and up

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

August 2025
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Meeting point:

Cretan Daily Cruises, Port of Kissamos, Chania 734 00, Greece

Spoken languages:

Greek, English

Cancellation: Super flexible

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About the activity

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 as you observe the stunning Cretan landscapes.

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: Gramvousa Island and Balos Beach and Lagoon. On the day that you choose to book the tour, you'll need to arrive at the port in Kissamos, at least 40 minutes before your departure time. There, you'll be able to board the boat, find a comfortable place, and let yourself be swept away by the Cretan sea.

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 Gramvousa's Venetian Fortress, built in 1579 to protect Crete from pirates and invaders. Taking a boat tour is the easiest way to get to the island and explore it, so don't miss out!

You will then continue your boat tour 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. Make sure you respect and protect this amazing place by avoiding littering, leaving everything in its place (yes, even the shells in the sand), and refraining from smoking or starting fires anywhere on the beach.

A boat tour to Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon, from Kissamo,s is a great way to explore the northern Cretan landscapes with ease. Gather your friends or family and enjoy a day in paradise on a boat in Crete!

Reviews

Average rating

4.5/5

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Brigitte C., France — 02/06/2025
5/5
journée magnifique, paysages paradisiaques, mer turquoise
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 .

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