KAYAK LOVERS
The water worth the paddle.
The 7 crete kayaking tours travellers paddle most, gathered in one place. Where each route takes you, how long you are on the water, who runs the trip, and what a seat in the boat costs.
Chania SUP tour on Marathi Bay: small group paddle, turtles, white-clay spa, swimming, and photos. Beginner coaching in 2 hours from $79.
Most Popular“Wonderful experience and I still think about it a year and a half later!”
Sea kayaking Sfakia from Ilingas Beach to Loutro. Snorkel gear, small groups, Sweet Water Beach and sea caves in 6 hours.
“Both at the sea and land, Stelios and Yves (and their friends) were fantastic, made sure that everyone was safe and comfortable, they were fun and friendly. Highly recommended!”
Chania 3-hour snorkel by speedboat with PADI guides, optional SUP, hotel pickup, and free action-camera photos, when weather allows.
“One of our best snorkeling adventures. We went to 3 different spots and saw varieties of fish, urchins, sponge, eel. Adriana was a wonderful guide and very knowledgeable when asked about marine life. She and Kostas, the boat captain were very supportive for non-swimmer like me and made sure I was all right and comfortable…”
Beginner-friendly sea kayaking and snorkeling from Kissamos in West Crete, with sea caves, clear-water stops, and full gear for $94.
“This was the best activity we scheduled in our 2 weeks of Greece (and they were all awesome). We loved the kayaking and seeing all of the sights. Our guide was great and knowledgeable explaining everything we were seeing. About 3/4 through the tour, we pulled our kayaks onto a beach. I did not know…”
Paddleboard from Chania to Lazareta island with patient coaching, clear-water swimming, snorkeling, and Venetian-era stories for a small group.
“Paddle boarding with Socrates was truly an amazing experience that you can NOT miss!! As a VERY inexperienced paddle-boarder, he was patient with every aspect of the adventure and teaching. The views, snorkeling, and knowledgeable that Socrates shared were exceptional. MUST do!! Did I mention the views?! Omg! 🩷”
SUP Pilates at Nea Chora Beach in Chania: a 1-hour stand-up paddle workout with Pilates moves, taught in English for $40.85.
“This experience was SO FUN! The instructor is so wonderful, and the class is friendly for all skill levels. We were beginners and we had a great time, and it was an awesome workout!”
Kayak Crete’s south coast from Dyskos Beach to rugged Trafoulas, then refuel with authentic Cretan food and wine.
“Guide was very friendly and told a lot about the river and all the surroundings of it.”
Every paddle worth taking, place by place.
