Crete · DIVING & SNORKELING
Clear water, a wreck or two and caves you can swim into. These 15 sort try-dives, certified dives and snorkel trips by price, depth and how much boat time each one involves.
Race along Crete’s coast by jet boat, spin at 90 km/h, then swim and snorkel in the clear waters of Saint George’s Bay.
“We had an amesome day, it was fantastic, lovely staff, the driver that does the transfers is so polite and lovely. Thank you for the experience”
Sail from Heraklion to uninhabited Dia Island for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, Greek food, wine, and relaxed small-group sailing.
“The Sail Boat tour was extraordinary. We had such a beautiful sunny day. Both the Captains were very incredible. I booked for a Retreat I was hosting in Greece. We were 7 people and had the whole sailboat for ourselves. I booked the half day tour & honestly we loved it so much, that if I was doing it again, I would book the whole day! Highly recommend this experience! So worth it. 🤍 A big Thank you!!!!!! 🇬🇷 Best ever. Oh & the food was simple, but great! & we had lovely music for the whole tour, good ambiance!!!! +++5 stars ✨”
Try scuba in Crete at Mononaftis Beach with a certified instructor, gentle shore entry, clear water, equipment, and a 45-minute underwater session.
“The instructors were really lovely! They were patient and kind and helped us feel safe and comfortable. I will definitely rebook with this company when I come back to Greece!”
Cruise from Kolymbari to Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay for clear-water swimming, snorkeling, WWII remains, and secluded coves.
“Really enjoyable trip - plenty of time to explore the stops, the water is so clear and we saw a lot of fish! It was difficult to hear the guide when outside but it didn’t affect our experience at all. The beach is rocky but the stones are smooth so it’s not an issue.”
Snorkel Crete’s clear waters, try stand-up paddling, and sail to quiet beaches on a small-group boat trip from Chania.
“It was absolutely worth it for a half-day itinerary in Crete. we loved our guides and the opportunity to go snorkeling and see schools of fish was amazing. First time doing such and activity but that was not an issue as everyone involved is super nice and eases you into it. absolutely worth doing!”
Try your first scuba experience in Crete’s calm Agia Pelagia Bay with a PADI instructor, small groups, full gear, and hotel pickup.
“Fantastic for beginners! It was so fun!I was afraid and they were very patient and understanding and it was phenomenal.”
Cruise Crete’s coast from Malia with hotel transfers, snorkeling, swimming, lunch, wine, and clear-water stops at Saint George Bay.
“Enjoyed every minute. The food was good but the red wine wasn’t really to my taste. The crew were really helpful as I have a walking disability. I wished it was longer.”
Review a Crete snorkeling boat trip from Chania with hotel pickup, Blue Cave, Marathi waters, expert guides, snacks, and practical tips.
“The instructors were great and very supportive. They gave us one-on-one attention making sure everyone was doing well and was safe. The trip was very well timed. We saw great water wild life!”
Review of Chania’s four-hour Salty Descents boat and snorkeling tour, with hotel pickup, two clear-water stops, quality gear, and expert guidance.
“Such a beautiful day! The team was well knowledgable and made sure you felt safe and comfortable in the water. The spots where we snorkelled were some of the clearest waters I’ve ever seen. Can’t recommend enough!”
Sail from Heraklion to quiet Dia Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding, Greek food, drinks, and a sunset return cruise.
“Absolutely amazing experience ! I recommend and for sure we would repeat it in the future when we visit Greece again . It was the best value for money !”
Try scuba in Crete with patient instructors, full equipment, clear Ligaria water, hotel transfers, and a 45-minute underwater session.
“Dimitri did a great job explaining the basics of diving and made sure you were comfortable with the experience. Katarina was amazing during the dive, very helpful and showed us a lot. Great Experience for my son and me.”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island on a five-hour catamaran cruise with lunch, open bar, snorkeling, SUP and family-friendly fun.
“I couldn’t fault anything on this trip. The entire crew from the Captain and his first mate, the chef, and our tour leaders were great. The boat was a good size, comfortable and clean, meals were tasty and varied. The length of the trip was just right and the spot to Dia island was just a jewel with crystal clear waters and amazing scenery. The whole concept of the excursion was outstanding. Would definitely recommend this trip to anyone.”
Try scuba near Chania with PADI instructors, hotel transfers, a 25-minute lesson, an 8-meter swim, equipment, insurance, and free photos.
“This was a superb day! Lizzy was a wonderful instructor (I was lucky to have her to myself), who really made me feel confident and excited”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island for turquoise-water snorkeling, a fresh onboard meal, Cretan wine, and a sunset return.
“This was an excellent sailing experience. The 45ft sailboat was outstanding, as were the crew and captain. The lunch was terrific and the day to Dia exceeded all our expectations. Highly recommend this excursion. Our only regret, is that we did not have time to do the sunset sail.”
Review of Chania’s 3-hour snorkeling and SUP boat tour, with hotel pickup, PADI guides, small groups, photos, fruit, and weather tips.
“Enjoyed the actual snorkelling experience. Stand up paddle boarding was ok but was a bit rushed and took place on a busy beach, would have rather used this time for more snorkeling. Staff were accommodating of changing our experience time due to later than planned arrival of our cruise. As a consequence we almost missed our boats departure and would have if it wasn't for Johns amazing driving.”
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