Balos beach & Gramvousa Island
Enjoy a fantastic trip to one of Cretes’ most stunningly beautiful beaches. The blue lagoon of Balos is truly amazing – warm waters, crystal clear aquamarine sea and soft pale sand. This combined with a visit to the ruined Venetian castle on the island of Gramvousa all make for an unforgettable day in an exotic location. Natural beauty and history are combined in a relaxing day out for all the family to enjoy. Operating daily from May till October, a visit to Balos lagoon on the wild and beautiful Gramvousa peninsular is a must do whilst in Crete.
There are few different ways to visit Balos
Either by booking one of our jeep safaris BOOK A JEEP SAFARI
Or by taking one of the various boats trips on offer.
3 boat options are now on offer!
Semi-private cruises,Private cruises, Sunset Semi Private cruises, Petalida boat
You can choose one of the following options:
1. SUNSET SEMI PRIVATE BOAT TRIP
DETAILS
- Every Day
- A unique sunset cruise tailored to your wishes. We collaborate with many local captains and each of them offer different boats and options for the duration of the tour and the price. Departing from the harbour of Kissamos at 15.00 pm the captain will take you to the lagoon of Balos and the island of Gramvousa where there is a castle and a small beach with clear turquoise waters. Back to Kissamos port at 21.00 pm . During the cruise all boats offer refreshments and snacks.
- Meal included in the price (cool box with water,fruits and caesar salad with chicken).
- Options: Sailing boat or speed boat
PRICES
Reserve your seat!SCHEDULE
- Meet the captain at the port
- Get on board & enjoy the cruise
GO FOR A SUNSET SEMI PRIVATE CRUISE IF
- You enjoy sailing or motor boats
- You need some privacy
- You want to avoid large boats with many tourists
- You want to explore the west coasts
2. SEMI PRIVATE OR PRIVATE BOAT TRIPS
DETAILS
- Bookings on request
- A unique day cruise tailored to your wishes. We collaborate with many local captains and each of them offer different boats and options for the duration of the tour and the price. Departing from the harbour of Kissamos at an agreed time the captain will take you to the lagoon of Balos and the island of Gramvousa where there is a castle and a small beach with clear turquoise waters. Options are private and semi-private. During the cruise all boats offer refreshments and snacks.
- Meal optional for an extra price (private cruises).
- Options: Sailing boat or speed boat
PRICES
SCHEDULE
- Flexible, on agreement with the captain
- Meet the captain at the port
- Get on board & enjoy the cruise
GO FOR A SEMI PRIVATE OR PRIVATE BOAT CRUISE IF
- You enjoy sailing or motor boats
- You need some privacy
- You want to avoid large boats with many tourists
- You want to explore the west coasts
3. Petalida Boat Cruise
DETAILS
- Daily (weather dependent)
- Meal not included
- Reserve your tickets in our office.
- Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 12.00 with return of 18.00 , Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday (trip only to Balos lagoon) dept 10.00 with return of 15.30
- This cruise departs daily from the port of Falassarna (weather permitting) and is on a smaller boat with a capacity of 50 passengers.
- You will visit both the lagoon of Balos and island of Gramvousa. On the beach of Balos, there is a small canteen selling sandwiches, ice creams, drinks etc.
PRICES
BOOK A TRANSFER
SCHEDULE
- Falassarna port to Balos (stay there 3 to 4 hours)
- Balos to Gramvousa (stay there 1 hour)
- Gramvousa to Falassarna (takes about 45min depending on the weather)
WHY GO WITH PETALIDA BOAT
- Relaxing trip on a smaller boat so less people
- Complimentary snacks on board
- Friendly atmosphere
Highlights
- Venetian Castle in Gramvousa Island
- Best boat cruise in West Crete
- Stunning views
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