15 Private Boat Trips in Crete To Build A Day Around

Balos Lagoon Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Kissamos Trips, Private, Private Boat Trips, Tour Reviews

Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos (price per group – up to 10 people)

/ August 4, 2026

1.Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos (price per group – up to 10 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 3 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $701.71Our pick

Private boat from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with snorkeling, beach time, and a flexible skipper-led day.

“Captain Alex's Ballos and Kissamos Speedboat Extravaganza: A Whirlwind of Waves and Wonders! Buckle up, landlubbers! Captain Alex's speedboat tour is not your average lazy river ride. This seafaring superhero navigated us through crowds like a pro, anchored at spots so pristine you'd think he had a secret map, and even rescued my daughter's runaway hat from becoming a fish's fancy fedora! Between serving up delicious sandwiches and drinks, Alex transformed us into mountain goats for our hike to a stunning fort. On the return journey, he unleashed his inner speedboat daredevil. But the real kicker? This eco-warrior paused mid-trip to fish out ocean trash. Talk about a sea-lebrity with…”

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Chania: Boat Rental Almyrida

/ August 4, 2026

2.Boat Rental Almyrida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $217.22

Captain-free boat day on Crete near Chania. No license needed, training first, then you steer to coves and swim snorkel.

“Amazing experience! We were given 15-20 minutes instructions (as we didn't opt-in for the skipper option and did it ourselves) and shown the very best beaches in the region. We spend the 4 hours sailing around, swimming and snorkeling. Highly recommend!”

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Balos Lagoon Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Private, Private Boat Trips, Tour Reviews

Private Boat Trip Chania – Balos (price is per group-up to 9 people)

/ August 5, 2026

3.Private Boat Trip Chania – Balos (price is per group-up to 9 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $1,749.89

Private boat day from Chania to Gramvousa Fortress and Balos Lagoon, with snorkel gear, drinks, and group flexibility for up to 9.

“Excellent experience on the boat today! Abraham, our captain was friendly and made our experience personal. Delicious local sandwiches, water, beer, wine and sodas were provided. This was a wonderful way to experience and see the west coastline of Crete.”

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Chania Old Town Walking Tours, Cruises & Boat Tours, Private Boat Trips, Tour Reviews

Chania Old Port: Boat Rental, Drive Yourself

/ August 5, 2026

4.Chania Old Port: Boat Rental, Drive Yourself

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 57 reviews · 1 day · from $153

Drive your own boat from Chania Old Port to swim at Lazaretta and Theodorou. No license needed, with safety briefing and fuel extra.

“The boat experience was good but found it very difficult to climb back in due to the ladder being very short (3 Rungs) Also, I found that the initial instructions were difficult, Suggest English speaking reps, We returned one hour 30 minutes early due to the sea state picking up (Unavoidable) but found the Ghania boat reps were more interested in getting us off and the next party on. Finally, We used next to no fuel (According to the rep) but still charged an extra €20. We would have gladly given her a tip but don’t charge if the fuel is not used.”

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Balos Lagoon Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Kissamos Trips, Private, Private Boat Trips, Sailing, Tour Reviews

Kissamos: Balos and Gramvousa Private Sailing Trip with Meal

/ August 8, 2026

5.Balos and Gramvousa Private Sailing Trip with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 41 reviews · 8 hours · from $931

Private sailing from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa with lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and time to hike.

“We loved our whole day! The boat was perfect for our group of 7 people. Both Gramvousa and Balos was amazing the water is so clear and calm. George was amazing, we helped ourselves to drinks and lunch was delicious. George allowed us the perfect amount of time to swim, explore and relax. Facilities were great also.”

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Balos Lagoon Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Private, Private Boat Trips, Sailing, Tour Reviews

Private Sailing Cruise, Balos and Gramvousa with meal and drinks.

/ August 8, 2026

6.Private Sailing Cruise, Balos and Gramvousa with meal and drinks.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $946.63

Private Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa cruise from Kissamos with lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and a Venetian fortress hike, in comfort.

“We had a wonderful day on board. The Crew were amazing so friendly and their english was perfect. They were great hosts and the traditional greek lunch was amazing! Way beyond our expectations. We highly recommend this tour. Thank you for the wonderful memories!”

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Cruises & Boat Tours, Private, Private Boat Trips, Sfakia Trips, Tour Reviews

Private Boat Trip Sfakia – Domata (price per Group of 9)

/ August 4, 2026

7.Private Boat Trip Sfakia – Domata (price per Group of 9)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,141.33

Private boat trip from Sfakia to Domata, Loutro, and Glika Nera, with snorkeling gear and secluded swimming spots. Up to 9 people.

“Amazing service from the whole team. Would love to stay on the boat for a week with those people. Really loved the day, and would do it any time again. The gold food and drinks were top. And beautiful surroundings”

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Agios Nikolaos Day Trips, Cruises & Boat Tours, Private, Private Boat Trips, Tour Reviews

4-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos

/ August 11, 2026

8.4-Hour Private Boat Rental Without Skipper at Agios Nikolaos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $324.38

4-hour private boat rental in Agios Nikolaos with snorkel gear and shower. Visit Agioi Pantes, Spinalonga, Kolokytha, and Agriomantra.

“Very easy induction - app help navigate the area. Team makes it super easy to go out and enjoy a day on the water. They were super helpful with restaurant recommendations too. Best seafood meal we have had so far in Crete. :-) thanks George.”

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Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island Private Boat Trip

/ August 11, 2026

9.Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island Private Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $662.63

Private boat trip from Chania to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with snorkeling gear, snacks, and fortress views in 4.5 hours.

“The TRIP was absolutely amazing!! He had a blast with Angelos! Words cannot describe how much fun we had. The people and the views were amazing. I would surely recommend this to family and friends. Σας ευχαριστώ! Familia Moya”

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Private Boat Trip Chania – Balos/Gramvousa

/ August 12, 2026

10.Private Boat Trip Chania – Balos/Gramvousa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,422.85

Private boat from Chania to Balos and Gramvousa with snorkeling gear, cave stops, and possible kri-kri goats on Theodoroi islands.

“We loved the experience! Our skipper Jimmy was friendly and kept us on time for a return to the port (cruise). Our lunch was delicious and the beach areas were just beautiful - wish we had more time.”

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Cruises & Boat Tours, Dia Island Boat Trips, Private, Private Boat Trips, Sailing, Tour Reviews

Private Sailing Cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island

/ August 13, 2026

11.Private Sailing Cruise from Heraklion to Dia Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $624.12

Private sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, SUP, wine, and Minoan port ruins, with snacks or lunch for up to 10.

“Friends had recommended the sailboat excursion to us to Dia Island but unfortunately the last time we were here we did not plan soon enough so one was not available. This time we were able to book it ahead of our arrival on our cruise ship. We met the boat within walking distance of the cruise port and started our voyage to the island. Capt Greg and his deckhand Demetri were so nice and helpful (also non-smokers). Waters were very calm and soon we were at Dia Island where we were mesmerized by the crystal clear blue waters. The depth was approx 12 feet and you could clearly see the…”

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Private Boat Tours in Kalyves and East Coast

/ August 14, 2026

12.Private Boat Tours in Kalyves and East Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $480.61

A private 4-hour boat tour from Kalyves along Crete’s east coast for up to 6, with swim stops, snorkeling, and Cretan snacks.

“My family had a fantastic and truly memorable boat trip with Sapphire Sea Tours which was a highlight of our holiday in Crete. Dimitris was responsive and helpful organising the trip and Manolis was the perfect skipper on the day. He made all of us - especially our two young children - feel at home and at ease and the day was unhurried, personal and relaxing. The stops showed Crete at its best and spotting octopus is something I will never forget. 100% recommend. It was worth every penny!”

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From Chania: Fully Private Sailing Cruise with Meal & Drinks

/ August 15, 2026

13.Fully Private Sailing Cruise with Meal & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 7 hours · from $883

Private 7-hour sailing from Chania with secluded swims, snorkeling, and a freshly cooked 3-course lunch plus drinks for up to four.

“Nikos (aka Nick) was a great captain and chef. He was patient with our children, taught us all a bit of sailing, and took us to beautiful spots. His fill in first mate Svetlana was also very kind. Do not hesitate to book this experience, much better than than the mass market boats that cram on as many people as possible. You will have a great day with Nick as your captain.”

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Catamaran Sailing Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Dia Island Boat Trips, Lunch Experiences, Private, Private Boat Trips, Sailing, Tour Reviews

Heraklion Private Sailing Catamaran Cruise to Dia with Lunch

/ August 15, 2026

14.Heraklion Private Sailing Catamaran Cruise to Dia with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $2,102.67

Private catamaran sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island with snorkeling, SUP, fishing, and a full Mediterranean lunch onboard.

“The Catamaran was very clean and large! We had paddle boats kayakes and snorkel equipment. We highly enjoyed this tour the Captain and his first mate made our excursion exceptional! Food and service was awesome! We highly recommend this tour!”

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Balos Lagoon Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Kissamos Trips, Private, Private Boat Trips, Tour Reviews

Private Boat Cruise Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island from Kissamos

/ August 15, 2026

15.Private Boat Cruise Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa Island from Kissamos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $859.89

Private boat cruise from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa Fortress, and Agios Sozon, with snorkeling gear and Cretan brunch.

“If you’re visiting Crete and looking for a truly memorable experience, look no further than this incredible private boat tour with Captain Alex. From the moment we stepped aboard, we knew we were in great hands. Captain Alex was not only knowledgeable about the island’s history, hidden coves, and marine life, but he also brought energy and sense of fun that made the whole trip unforgettable. He was warm, gracious, and incredibly attentive to our comfort and interests, customizing the tour so we could swim in the most beautiful secluded bays. This tour is a must-do! Thank you, Captain Alex, for a perfect day on the water — it was…”

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