Crete · CANOES & KAYAKS
Every week on Crete has one free day too few. These 11 kayak trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
3 hours of snorkeling, SUP basics, and optional sea scooters off Almyrida near Chania, with photos and calm, helpful guides.
“We loved our guide (Meli) and our boat captain. Really nice and helpful. Gave us a great dinner suggestion too and picked lovely places to snorkel with toms of fish. Thank you!”
Sea kayak Sfakia on Crete to sea caves and Sweet Water Beach, then paddle to Loutro for lunch. Small groups, snorkel gear included.
“Both at the sea and land, Stelios and Yves (and their friends) were fantastic, made sure that everyone was safe and comfortable, they were fun and friendly. Highly recommended!”
Guided sea kayaking and snorkeling from Kissamos in West Crete, with caves and clear water. Beginners welcome, small group, all gear included.
“So wonderful! the trip so user friendly anyone can go they help you though anything you need. Very accommodating as well.”
Paddle Chania’s Venetian port by kayak, pass historic landmarks, then swim at Lazaretta Island for snorkeling and great harbor views.
“Superb! A beautiful way to see the City of Chania. Haris and Katarina were wonderful and knowledgeable both of the history of Crete as well as navigating the waters. Don’t miss this opportunity! Was amazing!!! I will be back💖”
Paddle Chania’s Venetian harbor and Chania Lighthouse by sea kayak, with a clear-water swim at Lazareto in 3 hours.
“The weather and scenery were beautiful, and the history provided by Haris and Katarina were interesting as we navigated smooth seas to see Chania from a different perspective. Highly recommend this tour!”
SUP Pilates on Nea Chora Beach in Chania, Crete. A 1-hour balance workout on calm sea, small group, English-led, $40.85.
“This experience was SO FUN! The instructor is so wonderful, and the class is friendly for all skill levels. We were beginners and we had a great time, and it was an awesome workout!”
Kayak Crete’s south coast to secluded Trafoulas Beach, then paddle back for traditional food at Mrs. Voula’s seaside taverna.
“Guide was very friendly and told a lot about the river and all the surroundings of it.”
Guided sea kayaking from Agia Galini with snorkeling and swimming time, plus lunch at a local taverna. Small groups, great instruction.
“Even if we had no experience with kayaking we had very nice trip. Our guide Stelios was a great and patient teacher. We made some breaks at tiny beautiful stony beaches (it's best to wear neoprene shoes, the stones get very hot) and hat some awesome swims in amazingly clear blue water with vision up to 25 meters deep.”
2-hour rafting and team-building on Kiliaris River near Chania, guided by an IRF-certified professional. Private group, mobile ticket.
“Fantastic canoeing with really good guide. Can definitely be recommended.”
Paddle West Crete at sunset to Kissamos Bay’s Manassa Rose shipwreck, old mine ruins, caves, and a private beach with snorkel gear included.
“I honestly can’t recommend this enough - such an incredible experience - we paddled to within metres of the shipwreck, discovered a secluded beach & caves (with a little picnic provided) and were able to snorkel around the bay Read more”
Family sea kayak tour around Kissamos Bay to the Mannasa Rose shipwreck, built for ages 7 to 15 with calm-water safety.
“Amazing trip with great guide. Highly recommend. First time kayaking on see. New experience with great accompanying.”
Every kind of day on the island, and the best of each.
