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Enjoy the crystal clear blue sea of Crete by a private 7 meters rib boat with a skipper!
Starting from the Old Harbour we will go to Spilies Beach. Our boat stops outside of the caves and you can snorkel to the caves or just wander around. (Please, note, that snorkeling in the caves is also subject to weather conditions).
Next stop: The secret beach with fine sand and pebbles, accessible only by boat. The beach is surrounded by rocks that provide shade during the day, depending on the season. You can dive from the boat, enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing on the beach. A beautiful natural arch called Kamarola is a great sight for memorable pictures.
Afterward, we will take a look at Geropotamos Beach and its turquoise waters while enjoying some snacks and drinks on board.
On the way back to the harbour we will see the Fortezza Castle and the beautiful coastal line of Rethymno Old Town from the sea.
Please, note, all boat tours are subject to weather conditions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will find our boat at the Old Venetian Harbour of Rethymno, in front of Achinos restaurant.
Itinerary
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Starting from the Rethymno Old Venetian Harbour we will go to Spilies Beach, a beautiful natural beach surrounded by cliffs. There are several caves in the area. The boat stops outside of the caves and you can snorkel to the caves or just wander around. (Please, note, that snorkeling in the caves is also subject to weather conditions. The skipper will allow snorkeling and entering the caves only if it is going to be a safe experience). The traveling time up to the beach is approximately 30 minutes, the snorkeling time - 45 minutes.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
This beach is only accessible by boat. It is small and private, with crystal clear blue water, fine sand, and pebbles. The beach is surrounded by rocks that provide shade during the day, depending the season. You can dive from the boat, enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing on the beach. A beautiful natural arch called Kamarola is a great sight for memorable pictures.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Venetian Fortezza
On the way back to the harbour we will see the Fortezza Castle and the beautiful coastal line of Rethymno Old Town from the sea, make some pictures in front of the lighthouse and finish our tour at the starting point. The traveling time back to the port is 30 minutes.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- People who do not know swimming are obliged to wear life jackets.
- People with mobility issues shall notify us prior to the tour.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- People who do not know swimming are obliged to wear life jackets.
- People with mobility issues shall notify us prior to the tour.
- Boat tours are affected by weather conditions. If the weather doesn't allow the operation of the tour, the trip can be rescheduled or refunded. Travelers will be offered alternative program or timing (if possible).
- Not recommended for travelers with serious mobility issues.
- Not recommended for travelers with severe sea sickness (or use of motion sickness medicine is required prior to the tour)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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