Greece · SNORKELING TRIPS IN CRETE
This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying out next week: 15 snorkeling trips in Crete worth the money, with the price, the verdict and the one thing to know before booking.
Ride a jet boat from Hersonissos to Saint George’s Bay for fast turns, snorkeling, swimming, and Crete’s clear coastal waters.
“brilliant experience, snorkeling equipment provided and lots of fish to see!”
Review of the Heraklion to Dia Island sailing cruise, with snorkeling, paddleboarding, meals, drinks, crew details, costs, and practical tips.
“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 good since you became super hungry 😁”
Cruise from Kolymbari to Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay for snorkeling, swimming, WWII relics, and secluded Cretan coves for $47.
“This was a very nice excursion. Certainly not the most gorgeous beach in Crete, but it was still very nice. Very nice low key excursion. Online description accurate. Exactly what I signed up for. HIGHLY suggest to bring water shoes.”
Review of Chania’s 3-hour snorkeling and SUP boat trip, with clear Crete waters, small groups, guides, photos, and practical booking tips.
“Three nice sites for snorkeling. Though the bio environment is the same, not too much diversity of species in the field, but still very happy for a new player of snorkeling. And the guide is a marine biologist, with quick Q and As.”
Review of Crete’s Malia snorkeling cruise with hotel transfers, swim stops, lunch, drinks, and clear sea views for $81.
“Pick up right on time, friendly crew, trip not too short or too long - we all loved it. Priced just right - value for money.”
Review of Crete’s guided snorkeling boat trip from Chania, with Blue Cave, Marathi, hotel pickup, snacks, gear, and practical booking tips.
“Good pre trip arrangements and contact. I felt looked after on the boat and during the snorkeling. We went to two lovely snorkeling spots. Downside no toilet or changing on the boat. Although 8.30 start didn't return to Chania until 14.30. It was a super trip thanks to all the staff.”
Review of Chania’s four-hour Salty Descents boat and snorkeling tour, with two sea stops, hotel transfers, small groups, gear, and practical tips.
“Overall a really great experience! Easy pick up at the hotel, nice and comfy transport to the site, and some really Well chosen spots to snorkle. The guides were really friendly and gave clear instructions. The equipment provided were also of good quality. An experience that left nothing to be desired. Big recommendation.”
Sail from Heraklion to quiet Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, Greek food, drinks, and a beautiful sunset return.
“This experience was the cherry on the cake for our trip here. For a cheap price a 4 hour boat-trip with food, amazing view on the sea and sunset, snorkling and swimming. The guides/captains were all very kind. 10/10 would recommend.”
Review of the Heraklion to Dia catamaran cruise with lunch, open bar, snorkeling, SUP, family activities, and practical booking tips.
“Awesome and caring crew! Boat was super clean and enough seats were provided. You could chill on any place on the boat. Crew and captain Joana was superb!”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, a fresh Cretan lunch, wine, and a sunset return aboard a small yacht.
“Fabulous trip and experience, great food and friendly staff made the experience special. We travelled as two couples and one vegetarian and accommodated”
Review of Chania’s 3-hour Omega Divers boat trip with guided snorkeling, optional SUP, hotel pickup, photos, fruit, and small-group service.
“This was disappointing. We did the snorkeling and Sup tour. Today was windy and that can’t be helped. Pros It was only our group Fruit was good Pickup and drop off was prompt and on time. Cons We waited 30 mins to be given A snorkel and fins - the dive group was large and took up much more time - for efficiency they could have got our small group of 4 fins and mask and got us to the water. Very choppy and the first place boat driver stopped was so rough - he hooked anchor to fish basket and boat drifted - then he took us closer to…”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for six hours of swimming, snorkeling, sailing, snacks, and clear-water views with a friendly local crew.
“Apart from the sea being a bit choppy, the trip was brilliant. The guides/hosts were lovely people and the food they provided was delicious (and a bonus as I wasn't expecting any!) They provided us with the snorkeling gear and we could go on and off the boat as we pleased. It was a really nice day and I would highly recommend.”
Review of Crete’s beginner scuba and snorkeling boat trip from Chania, with Blue Cave, open-water snorkeling, photos, pricing, and practical tips.
“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!”
Snorkel through cold spring water to Kourtaliotiko Gorge’s waterfall near Plakias, with wetsuits, guides, transport, and a short fruit break.
“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 great. Talkative, friendly. Went way over the top. Took tons of pictures of us. If you ask, they will take one! Highly recommend.”
Review of Crete’s $35 Hersonissos coastline cruise, with Saint George Beach, snorkeling, swimming, practical tips, value, and drawbacks.
“L’activité était top on a pu aller se baigner sur une plage magnifique, mais il était expliqué qu’il y aurait 2 plages différentes nous n’en avons fait qu’une seule. C’était quand même super et le personnel à bord du bateau était top.”
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