Crete · SNORKELING
27 tours
Summer books out fast on this island and the good snorkelling trips go first. Here are the 15 standouts, with prices, group sizes and the detail that separates them, so you can lock one in before the calendar closes.
Speedy jet boat from Hersonissos plus 30 minutes to swim and snorkel at Saint George’s Bay, with 360 turns and provided gear.
“The best I did on my holidays in Crete, we loved it, thank you to all the staff!”
Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, and wine, plus a simple Greek meal on a small yacht.
“Thank you for the nice sailing trip to Dia Island. We had a really great time, the staff has been super nice and caring! We had some nice food and our glutenfree and vegan wishes were considered. We would really recommend this trip and would love to come again one day.”
4-hour cruise from Kolymbari to Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay for snorkeling, swims, and ancient plus WWII underwater sights in Crete.
“So happy for we booked to do this! Everything was so easy with pick up and drop off from right outside our hotel. The boat was quite busy but the two swimming spots we went to didnt have any other large boats so it didnt feel too crowded. And the water was beautiful. I’d definitely recommend this!”
3-hour guided snorkeling and SUP from Chania to Almyrida, with pro gear, small groups, and optional electric sea scooters.
“We enjoyed our guide, Adriana, and the energy she brought to the activity. The water was beautiful and there were lots of amazing sea life to see!”
Crete snorkeling cruise from Malia with hotel transfers, mask and lunch on board. Swim, snorkel, see Stalis and Hersonissos, plus Saint George Bay.
“The whole excursion was quite lovely. We were picked up on time, the entire crew were super friendly, the locations we stopped at were beautiful, and the food was tasty. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting. The business is family run. They seemed happy and were very accommodating.”
Crete boat trip from Chania with guided snorkeling, Blue Cave glow, Marathi reefs, snacks, and free hotel pickup. Beginner-friendly.
“Great! Fun. Good service! Would love to come back again. we are deaf - but they took us into account.”
Chania boat trip with guided snorkeling, two stops in clear water, pro gear fitting, snacks, and round-trip hotel transfers in Crete.
“Snorkeling was so fun! It was about 4 hours long and we went to 2 different scenic snorkeling spots and saw a variety of fish and crab! I definitely recommend!”
Sunset sailing from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, included food, drinks, and pickup options.
“The entire experience was wonderfully enjoyable. The guides were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout, and ensured that we got the most out of the experience. The water activities at the shores of Dia Island were great, and the atmosphere was very relaxing. The snorkelling was particularly fun, and I greatly enjoyed seeing some of the marine life swimming on the sea floor. The return home, timed to coincide with the setting of the sun was beautifully serene. Again, I cannot credit the guides, Emanuel and Constantine, enough. They were great craic.Read more”
Heraklion to Dia Island by catamaran for 5 hours with lunch, unlimited drinks, and real water time, plus snorkeling and SUP.
“We decided to book this trip as a treat and it didn’t disappoint. The group was nice and small and the crew were brilliant. The crew were extremely friendly and they were excellent hosts. The lunch we had was delicious too. I can recommend this trip to everyone! Thank you DanEri Yachts for this experience!”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, swimming, lunch and wine, plus a sunset return, with optional hotel pickup.
“Good food and drinks, plenty of free time to swim in a lovely calm area with snorkeling gear. Very relaxing evening!”
3-hour Chania boat trip for guided snorkeling and optional SUP, with hotel pickup, PADI-led help, gear, and free photo memories.
“Enjoyed the actual snorkelling experience. Stand up paddle boarding was ok but was a bit rushed and took place on a busy beach, would have rather used this time for more snorkeling. Staff were accommodating of changing our experience time due to later than planned arrival of our cruise. As a consequence we almost missed our boats departure and would have if it wasn't for Johns amazing driving.”
Morning sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for snorkeling, swimming, snacks, and a try-at-the-helm sailing moment.
“It was a very special day. Very uncomplicated communication. A great skipper who explained us a lot and has a lot of fun in his job. The trip to the island takes a little over an hour, there is plenty of time to snorkel, swim and relax. In between there were small snacks, fresh fruit and drinks. Really 5 stars.”
Half-day boat trip from Chania for beginners, with Blue Cave snorkeling, an open-water scuba session, and free underwater photos and video.
“Our guides Dimitris, Yannis and Dimitria were patient, kind, competent and kept things both safe and fun. This was our first experience with scuba and we found it to be wonderful and addictive. Snorkeling is available for those who don’t take to scuba. The affable Yannis drove us back to the town square and suggested a couple tavernas—a must-do for excellent authentic Cretan food and drinks. We made many memories on this trip and encourage you to do the same.”
Snorkel to the Kourtaliotiko Gorge waterfall near Plakias, Crete. Wetsuits, gear, transport, fruit snack, and a stair-heavy hike.
“This was my favorite activity in Crete and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone that is physically able. That said, I’m giving it four stars because I think critical information is left out of the description. My partner and I are of average health in our mid forties and our sons are teenagers and we completed it without much difficulty. I would not recommend this for children under 12 unless they’re strong swimmers and have no issues with heights. I would not recommend this for anyone with mobility issues or that has problems hiking long distances, climbing stairs, swimming, etc., There is hike at the beginning and end of…”
Noon sailing from Hersonissos for 2 hours with 45-minute beach swims at Saint George, snorkeling gear included, and good value.
“Great staff and boat ride need to have more snorkles also didnt see many fish”
