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Tours/Chania/Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania

Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania

5.0(18)Chania6 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(17)
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
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Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania
Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania

At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Price from
$1,314 / person
Location
Chania, Greece
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 18 reviews
Languages
RU, EL, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Chania Sea Experience
Meeting point
At Kolymvari port, our team will be just across the main entrance. For your convenience our staff will be waiting for you with white t-shirt.

Description

• Private boat trip to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island • Swim in the turquoise waters of Balos and enjoy its exotic scenery • Visit Gramvousa Island with the option to hike to the Venetian fortress • Discover crystal-clear waters and beautiful secluded swimming spots • Relax on board with drinks and authentic Cretan hospitality • Taste authentic Cretan flavors during your private sea experience

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Group price
$1,314 per group of up to 6

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania

Itinerary

Menies Beach
60 min

Our first stop will be at Menies, where the soft sand invites you to bask in the sun and indulge in carefree moments playing with the sand. The idyllic beach offers an escape to a Mediterranean paradise, where relaxation and the soothing sound of the waves make you surrender to the beauty of the landscape. Hidden beaches and crystalline waters call out to our soul, tempting us to take a deep and drift away into a dreamy state of mind. It will take 20 mins to arrive there.

Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa
70 min

Next, our boat sails towards Gramvousa, the pirate island hiding stories and legends behind its rocks. It's up to you if you decide to hike to the castle or stay at the beach and enjoy the blue waters. The duration of the travel between Menies and Gramvousa is 20 mins.

Balos Lagoon
230 min

Our journey couldn't be whole without reaching Balos, the exotic paradise of Crete, where crystal clear water and embrace the white sand and offer an unforgettable summer experience. We will travel 10mins to arrive to Balos and we will stay there for 2 hours and 30 mins. After that we will travel for 70 mins in order to arrive back to the start point and finish our travel.

What's included

Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Cretan Dakos: A traditional Cretan light meal with barley rusk, fresh tomato, local cheese, olive oil and oregano
Beers and Wine

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
18 reviews
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18
4
0
3
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2
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1
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How it compares in Chania

  • Rated higher than 71% of 119 reviewed tours in Chania

Excurgo comparison of 395 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania take?

Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.

How much does Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania cost?

Prices start at $1,314 per person for this Chania experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Can I cancel Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is At Kolymvari port, our team will be just across the main entrance. For your convenience our staff will be waiting for you with white t-shirt. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania offered in?

The experience is available in RU, EL, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Balos Private Boat Cruise from Chania worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Chania Sea Experience.

Reviews(18)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5
596dimitrisf
March 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Must do excursion!

Great experience! The boat was clean and comfortable, Alex was a very good skipper, he gave us space and took a good care of us. He changed the plan and did what we wanted, what we needed to finally have a wonderfull day. Kostas was very helpful in communication. I recommend this company, we will definitely come back!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear that you had a wonderful day with us. Alex will be very glad to read your feedback, and we truly appreciate your comments about the boat, the flexibility, and the communication. It was our pleasure to take care of you and create the day you wanted. We would love to welcome you back anytime! Kostas & Alex

A
Areej1988
August 10, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable boat trip to Balos

We had a lovely time visiting Balos and, on the way, stopping by Gramvousa. The water was crystal clear everywhere, it was mesmerizing. Konstantinos was very nice and provided us with local information. He even made us ceviche from a fish fresh from the water, just wow! We were also offered drinks, watermelon, and sandwiches. Communication with Alex was easy. Highly recommended

T
Trek58836545624
June 27, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Best boat day ever!!!

I had the best time with Chania Sea Experience. The captain was so kind, friendly, and made us feel really comfortable from the start. Everything was well planned, and we got to see the most beautiful spots with clear blue water. We swam, laughed, and made such special memories together. It was such a perfect day with my family — calm, fun, and full of joy. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Chania. Thank you captain Alexie!!!!

F
fionnualal815
September 25, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing trip!

We had an amazing trip! Kostas was so helpful and accommodating with booking our trip, and gave great advice about the weather forecast and picking the best day. The trip was incredible and the locations we went to were very beautiful. We loved the chance to swim and explore. The included lunch and drinks were great. Highly recommend and would love to do this again if we are back in Crete! Thanks so much!

K
Kris F
June 23, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing day

Spent the day out on one of their ribs. Everything was perfect we were given drinks and snacks & our captain Alex was great.

J
Jennifer_R
June 13, 2024 · via Viator
Awesome day!!

If you are thinking about booking this, do it! It was amazing. We had Alex as our captain and everything was perfect. This was our favorite day out of the entire vacation.

G
GezyW
June 2, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
The best day ever

We had an amazing day,everything was perfect. Alexsis and Kostas took care of every thing,food,drinks. The boat Is wonderful,good music system. Alexsis the captain Is very professional,knows the most beautiful places.

S
southvilla87
June 1, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Highlight of our vacation

The day trip to Gramvousa and Balos was the highlight of our vacation and a very special experience. The Contact with Vassia for information and booking was super easy. We appreciated the individual offer for only two of us. The skipper Alex was amazing: super nice, professional and still easy-going, fun, caring, kept distance in the right moments. Just perfect. His music was great, later we connected our own. We had Cretan lunch on board and loved his own olive oil and salt. Best we had during 2 Weeks of Crete. His motto was “it’s your day” and it felt just like it. Thanks a lot. 100% recommendation.

F
FellowTraveler209623
April 11, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend!

Would highly recommend this trip. We had the most wonderful time. Alex was the sweetest and the kids adored him. It was my husbands birthday and they arranged to have a beautiful cake on the boat. Alex knew so much about the area and even jumped in to swim with the kids. We were even lucky enough to see a pod of dolphins on our way back to the port. It was amazing and we definitely hope to be back again one day.

C
Companion30114444422
September 25, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent boat trip in Crete!

Our boat trip with Chania Sea Experience was amazing! A group of friends and I booked it only one day before and Kostas was incredibly helpful and accommodating. On the day, our skipper Alex took us to the most amazing beaches in Crete and he was so nice and friendly. The boat is super comfortable, there were so many drinks available and the lunch they prepared for us was delicious! Overall it was such a great experience and definitely everyone's favourite part of the trip. It's great to have a private boat and Alex helped us avoid all the big crowds at Balos. And it's very affordable compared to other options. Would 100% recommend!

$1,314/ person
5.0(18)
Duration6 hours
LanguagesRU, EL, EN
ConfirmationInstant
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