Sea Kayaking and Snorkelling Excursion from Damnoni to Plakias
Paddle from Damnoni to Plakias and explore rocky shores, hidden tunnels, and vibrant sea life with a local guide on this Sea Kayaking and Snorkelling Tour!
Practical information
Sign up for an amazing 4-hour guided sea kayak trip along Damnoni Bay, in Crete’s southern coast, with stops for snorkelling, cliff views, and a walk through sea-facing mining tunnels!
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 4.5 hours on this activity:
- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your instructor
- Safety and activity briefing
- Equipment distribution
- Start of your 4-hour kayaking and snorkelling excursion around Damnoni Bay
- Paddle westward along the coastline
- Continue to the sea cliffs of Plakias
- Snack break and walk through the old mining tunnels
- Paddle back to Damnoni Bay
- Equipment return and end of activity
Activity requirements
All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.
The maximum weight per person for this activity is 110 kg.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.
Transportation from Rethymno city to the meeting point is available for an extra fee. Please contact your instructor once your reservation is confirmed to set it up.
Spoken languages:
English, Greek, ItalianIncluded
- Professional local English-speaking guide
- Sea Kayak
- Paddle
- Life jacket
- Snorkelling equipment
- Dry bag
- Small snack (energy bars)
Excluded
- Transportation to the meeting point (only upon request, check special terms)
- Extra food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Do not forget to bring
- Bright colored t-shirt
- Swimsuit
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Sandals or water shoes
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Sign up for an amazing adventure that will allow you to get to know the southern coast of Crete from the sea on this sea kayaking and snorkelling excursion from Damnoni to Plakias! Damnoni is a coastal village in southern Crete known for its white-sand beach, traditional tavernas, and crystal clear, turquoise waters. The way from this beautiful Cretan village to Plakias, another paradisiacal and small beach, will offer rocky mountains with small villages embedded into them, and inside the water, you'll be able to find amazing wildlife such as sea turtles, fish, octopus, sponges, and more.
On the day of your sea kayaking and snorkelling excursion from Damnoni to Plakias, you can either arrive at the meeting point in Damnoni Beach directly, or set up a transportation service from Rethymno with your instructor. Once you're at the beach, your instructor will give you a safety and activity briefing so you know where you're going during the day, which can change depending on the weather conditions, and what to do to avoid any mishaps. Then, they'll distribute the kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and dry bags so you can familiarise yourself with them and prepare.
Once you're all geared up and ready to paddle, it will be time to go! You'll start your sea kayaking and snorkelling excursion from Damnoni to Plakias by hopping onto your kayak and paddling along the beautiful Damnoni Bay. You'll pass some impressive coastal rock formations and reach Kalypso Cape for your first stop. You'll be able to swim, snorkel, or simply admire the stunning Cretan landscapes before continuing on toward the amazing Plakias beach and cliffs. Once you're there, you'll make another stop to enjoy the water and the views, as well as eat a small snack to keep your strength up, and once it's time, you'll make your way back to the original meeting point for the end of the adventure.
Don't forget to bring your swimsuit, a bright colored t-shirt to wear under the life jacket, some sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat, as well as anything else you might need to spend around 4 hours on this incredible sea kayaking and snorkelling excursion from Damnoni to Plakias! And this activity requires that you know how to swim, not only for the snorkelling sections, but for your safety on the kayak, so make sure you and all the members of your group (especially children) are confident in that before booking.
What are you waiting for? Enjoy a day of fun and splashing in the gorgeous Cretan Sea with friends or family and get to know the island's stunning southern coast with an expert who will take you to the best sights to see. Book your sea kayaking and snorkelling excursion from Damnoni to Plakias today!