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Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa: The 15 Best Boat Trips

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There are two ways to reach Balos, and the boat is the one people remember. The Kissamos ferry stops at Gramvousa first, so you climb the Venetian fortress and see the shipwreck before it anchors off the lagoon for a couple of hours. These are the trips compared: departure points, how long you get in the water, whether the boat ticket is included, and what the road alternative really involves.

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa

From Kissamos Port: Boat Cruise to Balos Lagoon & Gramvousa - Gramvousa Island: the Venetian Castle views and the seaside church swim

Chania Areas/Kalyves:Gramvousa Island & Balos,Boat Tkt Extra

Chania Areas/Kalyves:Gramvousa Island & Balos,Boat Tkt Extra - Getting from Chania or Kalyves to Kissamos without stress

2.Chania Areas/Kalyves:Gramvousa Island & Balos,Boat Tkt Extra

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 992 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $23

Day trip from Chania to Gramvousa and Balos with coach pickup, ferry crossings, fortress views, and swim time in clear water.

“Really nice guide and welcoming, was a comfy ride to the port and back. Our guide was really friendly and kept us informed and updated with the itinerary and what to expect. The Gramvousa Island was amazing, definitely recommend walking up to the Fortress first and then spending the rest of the time on the beach. Note there are no cafes or food on the island, only one small souvenir shop. Spent 2.75 hours which was a good amount of time to do both. It’s worth noting that you can’t actually go into the Balos beach due to the new conservation rules unless you swim to it from the boat.…”

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Chania: Balos Gramvousa Cruise with Transfer and Boat Ticket

Chania: Balos Gramvousa Cruise with Transfer and Boat Ticket - Price and Value: What $47 Gets You

Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra

Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra - How the day runs from Rethymno to Kissamos port

4.Rethymno Area: Gramvousa Island & Balos, Boat Ticket Extra

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 594 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $20Best value

Bus to Kissamos, ferry to Balos lagoon and Gramvousa Island, optional Venetian Fortress climb, swim time, and Rethymno pickup.

“The trip was overally very nice. Logistically-wise everything was very good organised, both the bus and the boat were on time all the time. The only minor issue was the boat. It was very loaded with people and sometimes you would need to stand for the entire ride. Also, the bar on boat was super crowded and you had to wait 20-25 min to get a bottle of water. Both Gramvousa and Balos were very beautiful.”

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Chania/Almyrida: Balos Gramvousa Day Trip with Boat Ticket

Chania/Almyrida: Balos Gramvousa Day Trip with Boat Ticket - The drive to Kissamos: time well used, even before the boat

5.Chania/Almyrida: Balos Gramvousa Day Trip with Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 590 reviews · 12 hours · from $64

Cruise from Chania to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with an air-conditioned bus, ferry tickets, swims, and a Venetian fortress climb.

“It was a great experience and I am happy that I booked this trip. Eirini was an amazing guide. She had a very friendly and positive attitude. I will always remember on the way back, after a day at the beach, she asked us if we would like to hear some interesting facts about Crete. We all said yes and she started telling us some nice things about the island, while the sun was slowly setting. It was a highlight of the trip for sure. Balos was beautiful and we also enjoyed the trip to Gramvousa Island. I highly recommend this day trip.”

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Limeniskos: Gramvousa and Balos Speedboat Tour with Drinks

Limeniskos: Gramvousa and Balos Speedboat Tour with Drinks - Meeting at Falassarna Port, and Why the 15-Minute Rule Matters

6.Limeniskos: Gramvousa and Balos Speedboat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 577 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Speedboat thrills plus 1 hour on Gramvousa and 1 hour at Balos Lagoon, with beers and soft drinks included from Falassarna.

“Incredible experience. Daredevils at the front of the boat, those looking for a “calmer” experience at the back. Thank you to the Australians (Tim, Sonya, and co) who recommended this to me!”

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From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town - Kasteli harbor and the boat ride that sets the tone

7.From Heraklion: Cruise to Balos Lagoon and Chania Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 526 reviews · 14.5 - 16 hours · from $88

Cruise to Balos Lagoon from Heraklion, swim in crystal water, then tour Chania’s Venetian harbor and old streets.

“Great day, worth the early start, Balos is beautiful, guide was great and informative. The only thing that let it down was the bus, the seats were so uncomfortable and for such a long journey it would have been better if the seats were more comfortable. The coach driver George was great tho!”

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Kissamos: Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Kissamos: Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise - Kissamos Morning: Welcome Drinks, Quick Safety, and a Proper Start

8.Kissamos: Balos & Gramvousa Luxury Catamaran Sailing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 516 reviews · 7 - 8.5 hours · from $229

Cruise from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa on a luxury catamaran with great food, open bar, and multiple swimming options.

“We had an exceptional day on our catamaran trip. The crew – Yanny, Dimitri, and Jessica – were incredibly kind and attentive, always making sure we were comfortable. They truly took care of us from start to finish. The food served on board was fresh, delicious, and of excellent quality. This activity is absolutely worth it: by choosing the catamaran, we avoided the crowds of the larger boats and enjoyed a more intimate and pleasant experience. The two beaches we visited, Balos and Grand Vousa, were simply stunning and unforgettable. A memorable experience we would highly recommend!”

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Balos & Falassarna Beach – Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch

Balos & Falassarna Beach - Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch - Chania Pickup and the Small-Group 4WD Ride to Kissamos

9.Balos & Falassarna Beach – Jeep Tour with Loungers and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 345 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $199Top rated

Chania jeep tour to Balos Lagoon viewpoint and Falassarna Beach, with reserved loungers and Cretan lunch plus pickup and small-group comfort.

“Absolutely wonderful experience from pickup to drop off! Yiannis was an incredible guide for the day and had so much information to share about Crete and Greece from history to culture to food or even favorite restaurants or places to travel. The beach was also incredible with clear blue water and reserved loungers, along with a very nice lunch right at the beachside restaurant. Definitely recommend this!!”

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Rethymno: Gramvousa & Balos Lagoon Day Trip with Boat Ticket

Rethymno: Gramvousa & Balos Lagoon Day Trip with Boat Ticket - Getting from Rethymno to Kissamos port, without turning it into a project

10.Rethymno: Gramvousa & Balos Lagoon Day Trip with Boat Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 249 reviews · 1 day · from $64

Full-day bus and boat trip to Gramvousa and Balos Lagoon from Rethymno, swim stops and fortress views for about $64.

“Alles hat gut geklappt. Unser Guide hat gut deutsch gesprochen( Auch englisch). Alles auf den Programm haben wir gemacht und man hat auch genügend Zeit gehabt bei beiden Orten. Würde es nochmals buchen”

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Crete: Balos and Gramvousa Cruise

Crete: Balos and Gramvousa Cruise - From pickup to Kissamos, the long but managed route

11.Balos and Gramvousa Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 214 reviews · 13 - 15 hours · from $56

Cruise west Crete to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa, with hotel pickup, stunning views, swim time, and chances to see turtles and dolphins.

“The area was breath taking , but the area is very dangerous on the path to the beach area is all volcanic rock and very slippery , I fell very badly had to be taken to the Chaina Hospital for stitches on my head and i fractured ankle this area should be advise of being a dangerous area !!! also the tour guide of this group did nothing to help me so I don't recommend it”

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Heraklion: Gramvousa Island Day Trip & Balos Beach

Heraklion: Gramvousa Island Day Trip & Balos Beach - Getting West: the bus ride from the Heraklion side to Kissamos port

12.Heraklion: Gramvousa Island Day Trip & Balos Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 206 reviews · 11 - 15 hours · from $47

Heraklion day trip to Gramvousa and Balos with bus pickup, ferry cruise, Venetian fortress views, and swim time in Balos lagoon.

“The trip was perfect and I would definitely go again. Our pick-up was on time and Kostas was a great guide. The bus ride from Malia took about 4h but seeing the beautiful beach in Balos was all worth it! A must see while in Crete. Would definitely recommend. Organization was perfect.”

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From Kissamos: Balos Gramvousa Sailing Cruise with Lunch

From Kissamos: Balos Gramvousa Sailing Cruise with Lunch - The Sailing Leg: Learning the Wind, Not Just Riding It

13.From Kissamos: Balos Gramvousa Sailing Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 153 reviews · from $615

Sail from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island, with a real Cretan lunch onboard and time to swim, snorkel, and hike.

“All 5 stars! Vasilis was a wonderful guide. Very organised and professional, efficient. The lunch was excellent, kudos to Vasilis for such a great spread. If you are of two minds of how to get to Balos Beach / Gramvousa Island, that is, by ferry or by sailing, this sailing excursion is definitely the way to go! You aren’t with a potential 2000 passengers, and you get to relax and learn about the area from the captain and even get a chance to do a bit of the actual sailing! It’s worth the price, do it!”

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

Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos (price per group - up to 10 people) - Starting at SEAze The DayPort in Kissamos, Then Getting Out Fast

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 3 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $701

Private boat from Kissamos to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa: snorkel, swim, fort views, and more time on the water with your group.

“A group of 5 friends rented the boat for the day and had the best time. We were out to sea before anyone else, reaches destinations before other boats and Lefteris was a great captain who accomadated our requests but always was safe. We had endless beer and a nice sandwich for lunch. Money well spent!”

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Falasarna: Jet Ski Safari to Balos Beach

Falasarna: Jet Ski Safari to Balos Beach - What happens during the 2-hour safari

15.Falasarna: Jet Ski Safari to Balos Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 136 reviews · 2 hours · from $287

Jet ski safari from Falasarna to Balos Lagoon with a guided boat, 1-hour swim, and a quick Gramvousa shipwreck photo pass.

“The experience was awesome. The crew were great! The views magnificent and this from a person with limited athleticism and a scary cat lol. Highly recommend. Fairly priced.”

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