Balos & Gramvousa from Chania Area

Departing from the port of Kissamos and while sailing, you will admire a huge cave, that is believed to have been the ancient shipyard of “Tarsanas”. At the end of the Gulf you will notice an impressive geological phenomenon where, as a result of the passage of time, the western part of the island is rising, while the eastern part is sinking. This phenomenon was mainly created by catastrophic earthquakes that took place in 66 BC and 365 BC. According to scientific estimates, this geographical phenomenon still continues today, but at a much slower rate.

After approximately 1 hour, the boat arrives at the port of Gramvousa. The island’s eminent castle was built by the Venetians in 1579 at the highest point of the island, on top of a steep rock at a height of 137m. It is surrounded by a wall of 272m. It has a rough triangular shape, and each side is 1km in length. Gramvousa castle played an important role in the history of the region. The panoramic view, its majesty and the legend of the pirate’s hidden treasure, will tempt you to visit it.

TIP! You should first visit the Castle in Gramvousa and then swim in the cool water.

Following the 2 hour visit to Gramvousa, the boat will depart for the lagoon of Balos, a journey of approximately 15 minutes. The boat will approach the side of the beach where disembarkation can take place directly on the area of the Lagoon. Your stay at the lagoon, where you can enjoy a fantastic swim, will last for about three hours.

• 10.45: Departure from the port of Kissamos.
• 10.45-11.45: Crossing the bay of Kissamos.
• 11.45: Arrival at Gramvousa island.
• 12.00-13.45: Disembarkation. Visit to the Venetian castle. Swimming time.
• 13.45: Departure from Gramvousa and head to Balos.
• 14.00: Arrival at Balos.
• 14.00-16.30: Our boat will anchor about 10 meters off the coast of Balos and stay there for about 2.5 hours for swimming (weather permitting).
• 16.30: Departure from Balos and head to Kissamos.
• 17.45: Arrival at Kissamos port.

* During the season, the times and programs may change.

Pick up from the hotel or pick-up point (depending on your hotel).

Available from: Kalyves, Halepa Area, Chania City, Agioi Apostoli, Kalamaki, Stalos, Agia Marina, Platanias, Gerani, Maleme, Tavronitis, Kolimbari