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Chania: Menies Beach & Chironisia Bay Cruise with Snorkeling

4.5  / 5193 reviews
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Chania: Menies Beach & Chironisia Bay Cruise with Snorkeling
4.5  / 5193 reviews

Explore the natural beauty of the northernmost tip of Crete while cruising from the port of Kolymbari in Chania. Swim, snorkel, and explore two secluded locations: Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay.

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Greek
Pickup included
Please wait in front of the pickup point, on the main road. There will be a sign in front of the bus with the name of the destinations (Menies Beach and Chironisia Bay). Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Herve – France

This activity was such amazing! Thanks for sharing this part of Crete

H
Herve – France
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Ronda – United States

fun. first time to see cuttlefish while snorkeling. we had enough time at both snorkeling spots to see what there was to see.

R
Ronda – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • Venture to Menies beach to encounter crystal-clear waters and ancient sites
  • Look for the sunken base of cannons from WWII as you snorkel at Menies beach
  • Soak up some sun on a secluded beach that is only accessible by boat
  • Purchase tasty snacks and drinks as you cruise across the turquoise sea
  • Dive into the sights of northern Crete with the help of your guide

Full description

Explore the wild natural beauty and the crystal-clear waters of two majestic hidden beaches on this guided cruise from Kolymbari to Menies and Chironisia. Use the provided snorkeling gear to uncover the remains of a sunken gun and carriage from WWII. 

Choose from a tour that meets on the boat in the harbor of Kolymbari or that includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from select locations in north Chania. Set off a comfortable and spacious boat. 

Feel the wind in your hair as you glide to Menies beach which is on the site of ancient Diktynna, where the most important temple of the goddess Vritomartis was located. See the remains of the ancient Roman temple as well as a 9th century abandoned monastery of St. George.

Put on your snorkel gear to explore some underwater items from WWII before heading to Chironisia Bay, a small hidden bay that is only accessible by the sea. Plunge into the deep blue waters where you can venture into small caves with the snorkel gear.

Includes

  • Cruise
  • Swim stops
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected and at select hotels)
  • Guide
  • Food and drinks (available to purchase)

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Important information

What to bring

  • Beachwear
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • This tour will not take place when weather conditions are poor
  • The boat anchors 6 meters from the shore, so you will have to swim in shallow water in order to get to the beach
  • 10:15 & 14:30 are the boat departure times from the port of Kolymbari. The pick up time from your hotel can be from 1 hour to 10 minutes before the departure time, depending on the area that you're staying. You will be informed about your pick up time via e-mail. Please check also your spam.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 193 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Herve – FranceSeptember 28, 2024  – Verified booking
This activity was such amazing! Thanks for sharing this part of Crete
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Ronda – United StatesOctober 6, 2024  – Verified booking
fun. first time to see cuttlefish while snorkeling. we had enough time at both snorkeling spots to see what there was to see.
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Sarah – IrelandSeptember 17, 2024  – Verified booking
This was an amazing experience, such a good price and the snorkelling was incredible, the water was so blue and it was so fun being able to jump from the boat, possibly the best thing we did while on Crete!
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Product ID: 457296

Activity provider:Smile Cruises

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