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Crete Boat Snorkelling Cruise

4/5
162 reviews

The calm, warm waters off Chania are ideal for snorkeling. So much so that either of these options is a must-do. Choose between a morning or an afternoon of underwater exploration in the Aegean. Both trips feature a swim stop by Thodorou Island and a chance to see a sunken WWII plane.

Sailing out of Platanias, we'll head towards Thodorou Island – famed for its rare kri kri goats. Dropping anchor, there's plenty of time to sunbathe and swim here before cruising on to our next stop – the wreck of a sunken German air force plane from World War II.

This Luftwaffe fighter aircraft was shot down in 1941 during the Battle of Crete and is now one of the most fascinating dive spots in Europe. And with the choice of a morning or afternoon trip, you can take in the beauty of the unspoiled Cretan coast from two different perspectives.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Crete
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Entrance fees included
Instant confirmation
Private Tour
e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

  • Choose from a morning or afternoon snorkelling cruise
  • Chance to swim off Thodorou island
  • Opportunity to spot a sunken WWII fighter aircraft

Important to know

  • Snacks, beer and soft drinks can be purchased at the bar
  • Meeting point is at the port of Platanias. The name of the boat is 'Seaking'
  • This activity takes place in the Chania area. Please check prior to booking the distance in which you will need to travel
  • Late cancellations due to long distance will not be refunded
  • Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before the boat departs. Arrive at 12.30 for the 13.00 departure; arrive at 16.00 for the 16.30 departure
  • Transfers not included
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a hat

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Boat cruise
  • Snorkeling
  • Equipment

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

PLATANIAS CHANIA CRETE

Provider

TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA


What people say about this experience

4/5

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Based on 162 reviews


Review categories

Safety

1.8/5

Service

2.2/5

Staff

1.8/5

Value for money

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  • L

    Liselotte

    Travelled as a couple


    10 July 2026
    1.4

    Norway

    Det var ikke helt som beskrivelsen. Det var kun ett stopp på 1,5t som ble alt for lenge på en liten båt med masse folk og ikke noe å se på. Ikke noe fly. Flere var forvirret over at det kun var et stopp. Båten hadde avgang 13:00, på info fra dere stod det oppmøte kl 12:00.

  • M

    Malin

    Travelled with family


    9 July 2026
    4.2

    Sweden

    Trevlig båtutflykt med snorkling. Tyvärr fungerade inte högtalarsystemet så guidningen uteblev. Annars toppen

  • P

    Peter VF

    Travelled with family


    29 June 2026
    4.2

    Sweden

    Enkel och snabb snorklingstur med lite inslag av historia när vi rundade ön. Snorklingen var bra, mycket fisk och fint vatten. Bra att man kunde köpa dricka och chips på båten :-)

  • S

    Sanni

    Travelled with a group of friends


    15 June 2026
    2.2

    Finland

    Hienoa:suostuivat siirtämään reissua seuraavaan päivään kun oltiin sovittuna päivänä väärässä satamassa. Huonoa, ei opastettu esim. mitä tapahtuu jos hiukset on maskin välissä (se vuotaa). Ei räpylöitä ja paikalla erittäin kova virtaus eli ei pääse eteenpäin. Mukana 12v ensikertalainen, jolle uiminen oli "pelottavakin" ponnistus ja maski vuosi kun ei tiedetty hiusasiasta.Ei kaloja tai mitään nähtävää (näin 2 perus kalaa). Itsellä kokemuksia useampi takana, ja tämä huonoin. Ylimielinen päävetäjä

  • P

    Päivi

    Travelled with family


    13 June 2026
    4.6

    Finland

    Lähtöaika olikin klo 13 kun meidät oli ohjeistettu paikalle klo 12. Muuten hyvä elämys!

  • V

    Vs

    Solo traveller


    12 June 2026
    5

    Finland

    Tosi kiva snorklaus retki. Turvallinen. Laiva lähti vasta 13 aikaan, varauksessa luki klo 12.30. Saapui klo 16 takas satamaan. Suosittelen.