Excursion to Falassarna Beach with Boat Trip to Balos from Chania

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8 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 2 years-old and up
From€55

Enjoy a memorable day in the Cretan Sea on this excursion from Chania to Falassarna beach, with a boat trip to Balos!

A boat trip from Chania is a must if you want to discover Crete's most beautiful beaches! With this excursion organised just for you, you can easily discover the beaches of Falassarna and Balos, 2 of the most beautiful on the island.

Gather your family or friends and go for a swim in the clear waters and relax under the Cretan sun! This boat trip to Balos is suitable for children aged 2 and over, and is a great way to discover Crete's coastline from the sea.

The activity starts in Chania, where a bus transfer service will collect you from your hotel and take you to the first beach: Falassarna. 3 hours of free time on Falassarna beach will allow you to relax on a beach renowned for its cleanliness, the beauty of its water and its sublime natural scenery.

The bus will then take you to the port of Kissamos for the boat trip to the Balos lagoon. This famous Gramvousa lagoon is a must-see! You'll also spend 3 hours there. Balos is the perfect place to snorkel, take great photos and relax in unspoilt surroundings. The lagoon is a protected area due to its biodiversity, so you can see migratory birds, rare plants and a wide variety of fish there.

The boat trip from Chania offers a unique chance to visit two of Crete's must-see beaches in one day, without having to worry about organisation. It's an activity not to be missed if you want to make the most of your stay in Chania.

Discover the beauty of the beaches of Falassarna and Balos by boat on your next trip to Crete! Don't hesitate to book this boat trip from Chania to enjoy a magical moment with your loved ones!

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From€55

Practical information

Join this boat trip to Falassarna and Balos Beaches from Chania and discover Crete’s finest beaches!

Maximum number of passengers in the boat : 90.

Course of events

The cruise schedule will be as follows: 3 hours in Falassarna and 3 hours in Balos.

  • Welcoming in Chania (several meeting points available)
  • Transfer from Chania to Falassarna Beach (1h15)
  • 3 hour stay in Falassarna Beach
  • Transfer to the port of Kissamos
  • Boarding and departure to the Balos Lagoon
  • 3 hour stay in Balos Lagoon
  • Sail back to Kissamos (1h15)
  • Transfer back to Chania (1h15)
Activity requirements

Please arrive at the pickup point at least 5 minutes before the projected schedule.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

⚠️ There are several meeting points for this activity. Please contact your guide once your booking is confirmed.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The boats will not approach the floating dock at Balos due to regulations that are put in place by Natura2000 protection status, so it will not be possible to disembark at Balos Lagoon. Thus, you will swim in the open sea of Balos.

You can use your credit card for purchases onboard the ship.

Pets are not permitted to join in this activity.

This activity is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.

Meeting point:
Hotel pickup and drop-off with several meeting points in the Chania area
Spoken languages:Greek, English
Included
  • Transfer from and to Chania
  • 10% discount for drinks and food at Macaya beach bar and restaurant
  • Boat ticket to Balos
  • Entrance fee to Balos
  • Visit at Gramvousa island
  • Pre-booked sun lounger at Falasarna beach
Excluded
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Guide
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable and weather adapted clothing
  • Sneakers
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Cap
  • Camera

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