Private RIB boat tour to Gramvousa Island and the Balos Lagoon

Private tour

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Sport lovers

Location: Chania, Crete, Greece

Activity: RIB Boat

Languages spoken: English, Greek

Duration: 8 hrs

Difficulty: Easy

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Minimum age: 5

Duration: 8 hrs

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Available from: 01/04/2025

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Highlights

Private Skippered Wellcraft Scarab Excel 31" 850Hp Powerboat
Secluded bays with crystal clear waters, panoramic views
Enjoy Balos lagoon before cruise ships arrive
Balos and Gramvousa, Falasarna, Menies and Theodorou

All about the trip

Balos Lagoon is definitely one of the most beautiful places in Greece with a unique beach full of many different sea shells, where you can have a fantastic swim in waters so crystal clear, you will think you are dreaming. Leaving Chania harbour we are enjoying the ride while heading to secluded bays. After about an hour we reach Balos Lagoon - before the big ferries arrive full of people - so we can peacefully enjoy a refreshing break in the majestic blue lagoon. After Balos we continue to Gramvousa Island and the small port of Gramvousa with the famous castle built in 1579 by the Venetians at the highest point of the island, on top of a steep, 137-metre-high rock. Its majestic beauty combined with the panoramic view of Balos lagoon and the legend of hidden pirate treasure linked to it, are good reasons to put on comfortable shoes and take the 20-minute walk that will get you up there. Here you can also swim in the beautiful crystal clear waters. Leaving the Gramvousa Island and Balos Lagoon we follow the same route back close to the Rocky Mountains where the views are breathtaking, small secluded bays are ideal for quick dives until we reach Menies beach for another swim stop where the privacy and the panoramic views helps you to relax far away from crowded beaches. On the way back to Chania old harbour our last swim stop takes place to Theodorou island, a small declared protected park by the state famous for the protection of Cretan Ibex "Kri-Kri". Crystal clear waters with the wild beauty of the island provides an ideal last stop foe swimming before we return back to Chania old Harbour.

Experience the freedom & luxury of chartering your own Wellcraft Scarab Exel 31” 850hp Powerboat and let our skipper create an unforgettable full day escape by visiting amazing exclusive locations with crystal clear waters. Travel in a sporty, comfortable and high class style with premium service by our experienced skipper onboard our 9,5 meters powerboat. Escape the ordinary boat tours and discover Cretan gleaming seas like never before. Discover some of the most beautiful and unspoiled secret beaches on Northwest Crete.

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What is included in the price

Private Skippered Wellcraft Scarab Excel 31" 850Hp Powerboat 1 up to 6 persons.
Skipper & towels
Water, refreshments, beer or wine, light lunch packets
Liability insurance and local taxes
Fuel cost

What is not included in the price

Gratuities
Transportation from and to Chania Old harbor that can be arranged upon request with an extra cost.

Speedboat tours are not suitable for those who are not in good health. This trip is not recommended for people suffering from boat sickness, fear of speed or water, non-swimmers, disabled people or people with mobility problems, children below 5 years of age or for any children or adults who for some reason could have issues joining a speedboat tour.

Instructions

For coast guard registration we require the following information at least a day before: your full name, nationality borth date and passport number.

What to take with you?

Please bring your swimsuit, towel, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and camera.In spring and autumn we recommend to bring your jacket as well.

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

Salis Restaurant at the Old Harbor of Chania

Meeting place information:

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Final destination:

Same as the meeting point

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Cancellation Policy - Benevolent

Cancellation more than 4 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 48 to 96 hours prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the starting date. No refunds.

The full Terms and Conditions are available on our website.

This activity is organised by Malaxianakis Emmanouil - Uncharted escapes, Mesologgiou 1, Chania, 73131, Greece, +30 6983830830, info@unchartedescapes.com.