4-hour Kissamos Escape: Gramvousa & Balos Swimming

Set sail from Kissamos Port in Chania and discover two of the most iconic natural wonders of western Crete in one perfectly crafted four-hour experience.

The journey takes you first to the legendary island of Gramvousa, where a magnificent Venetian fortress crowns the clifftops and rewards the climb with sweeping panoramic views of the coastline below. Dive into the surrounding turquoise waters for a refreshing swim before continuing on to the world-famous Balos Lagoon, a surreal landscape of shallow, shimmering water and pristine white and pink sand that looks like it belongs on another planet. Along the way, the route also passes by some of the most secluded and lesser-known beaches on the Cretan coastline, quiet and untouched corners that offer a serene contrast to the more famous stops of the day.

If you prefer to make the most of the full Cretan sun, the morning departure is the perfect choice, crystal-clear waters, vibrant colours, and the freedom to explore Gramvousa and Balos at their most vivid and alive.

For those looking for something a little more magical, the afternoon departure offers an entirely different experience. As the day softens and the light turns golden, the lagoon transforms into something truly extraordinary, the shallow waters shimmering in warm hues, the sky shifting from blue to deep orange and red on the sail back to Kissamos. A sunset over Balos is something you won't forget in a hurry.

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