From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

Chania Regional Unit, Greek Islands



Enjoy a scenic boat trip to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island. Swim in emerald waters, hike to a Venetian castle, and admire Crete’s landscapes.

Highlights

  • Cruise along the bay and see a vast cave believed to be an ancient shipyard
  • Explore the island of Gramvousa & visit the Greek Orthodox church on the seaside
  • Take a short hike up to the island's Venetian Castle and enjoy views of Balos
  • Swim in the shimmering emerald waters of the legendary Balos Lagoon
  • Be enchanted by the unique natural beauty of the landscape, sea, & rocky scenery

Description

Depart from Kissamos Port and sail for about an hour in the bay. Approach the island of Gramvousa and then Balos or vice versa, depending on the itinerary route. Cruise against a stunning backdrop of steep cliffs and rocks, incredible secluded beaches, and infinite blue. Have the chance to see a large cave, which is thought to be an ancient shipyard. At the end of the bay, sail between Gramvousa Island and Cape Vouxa. Soak in the scenic landscape against the backdrop of Valenti, Pontikonisi, Balos Lagoon, and Imeri Gramvousa. Depending on the itinerary, first destination is Gramvousa and then Balos or vice versa. Arrive in the small port of Gramvousa and enjoy the magical environment created by Cretan nature, the legends, and the area's turbulent history. See the beach adorned by a lonely shipwreck. See the famous castle of Gramvousa, the highest point on the island that sits atop a steep rock. Enjoy a swim in the area next to the Church of Agioi Apostoloi. After a stop at Gramvousa, get back on the boat to head to Balos. Listed as one of the world's best beaches, this exotic beach lagoon is situated between the Gramvousa Peninsula and Cape Tigani. Balos is one of the most famous beaches of the world. Words cannot describe the impressiveness of this place. Nothing can describe what you are about to feel when you see this. When you get to swim in the crystal clear, emerald waters, relax and admire the view of the rare natural beauty of the landscape, the sea, the coast, the rocks and cliffs that rise before you!

Includes

Round-trip boat cruise Captain and crew Visit to Balos Visit to Gramvousa island Audio guide (in Greek, English, German, French and Polish) Food and drinks (if option selected)

Excludes

Hotel transfer Municipality of Kissamos administrative fee (1 EUR for each passenger over the age of 13)

Important Information

  • The Municipality of Kissamos, before boarding, collects €1 from every ticket as an administrative fee for passengers over 13 years old visiting Balos & Gramvousa
  • Please note that your purchases on board our ships are only made by credit or debit card and not by cash

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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