Best 23 Speed & Jet Boat activities on Crete Island

Discover what lies below the surface of the water on an amazing 3-hour boat trip off the northwest coast of Crete. Benefit from pick-up at your hotel in Chania, and then journey by air-conditioned minivan to the resort town of Almyrida. Avail of the services of experienced instructors who will give you a short theory lesson on arrival. Then, sail to secluded beaches that can only be reached by boat and swim with your provided snorkeling equipment. Learn the names of all the fish with the help of a book as the crew takes photos and videos of your experience to send by email as a souvenir. Relax and enjoy the good company in the warm sun, and get fantastic views of the coastline.

Embark on an adrenaline-pumping tour aboard an innovative jet boat combining boat and plane technology. Glide across the water at top speeds and gaze at Crete’s vibrant shore from the water. Take a break from your adventure to go swimming and snorkeling. Climb aboard the jet boat at Hersonissos Port to begin your exhilarating journey. Feel the thrill of making fantastic 360° maneuvers at high speeds, and experience how the boat dashes across the ocean and stops quickly. Stay safe at all times as you ride a stable vessel steered by a professional. During your fun ride, enjoy a stop at Saint George’s Bay, a paradisiac location, to unwind from the speed. Seize the chance to go swimming and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters before making your way back to the port.

Book a private rigid inflatable boat (RIB) vessel and an experienced skipper to explore the western parts of Crete with your family or friends. Departing from Kissamos Port, board your boat and ride the waves to the famous Balos Lagoon and to the historic Gamvousa Island. The skipper will take you on an adventurous or relaxed ride (according to your preferences) and provide drinks and snacks on the way.   At your first stop, Balos, you’ll anchor and explore the area’s white sand beaches and vivid turquoise waters for 1.5 hours. You’ll then head to Gramvousa, an island with a medieval fortress at the top of the hill. There, you can sunbathe, snorkel, and swim for another 1.5 hours before returning to Kissamos.

This adventure is a perfect blend of a safari and boat ride to the main area of the region. Venture through the breathtaking mountains and valleys, passing through the small villages, and explore smaller islands off the coast. Visit the local olive oil factory and learn how traditional olive oil is made on a free guided tour. On the way back, take in picturesque views of the Gulf of Mirabello and the historical island of Spinalonga. Once arriving at the village of Plaka, board a speedboat for the short ride to Spinalonga, which once served as a leper colony. Take a short tour of the island before heading back to Crete.

From Sfakia you can easily explore the south coast all the way along to Agia Roumeli (village at the end of Samaria gorge, no roads!) and also the remote and beautiful beaches and villages (Agios Pavlos, Marmara marble beach, Loutro fishing village again no roads!), Sweet water ‘Glyka Nera’ beach and Illingas beach – the options are many, you will not get bored! You will get all the tips you need and of course a detailed briefing upon rental.

After gathering at the tour meeting point, begin your adventurous fishing trip with some of the best fishermen in Chania. Departing from the shore, your skippers and experienced fishermen will take you off the coast and out to the open water. Once out at sea your guides will show you different techniques such as jigging, spinning, and bottom fishing. Your main targets throughout the experience will be groupers, snappers, dentex, squid, and other smaller fish. Your guides will provide you with all the fishing equipment necessary to best enjoy this experience. Once you are done learning how to fish from the finest fishermen in Crete, your boat returns to shore where you’ll disembark.

Find your rigid inflatable boat (RIB) vessel at Chania’s old port to begin a memorable half-day boat trip. Your experienced skipper will sail you to the first stop, Menies Beach. Anchor here for one hour and enjoy turquoise waters and ancient ruins as you swim or sunbathe.   Afterward, continue towards the northwestern part of the Chania prefecture, at the end of the land. Arrive at the island of Gramvousa and see its Venetian fortress and a sunken ship. Take memorable photos while your skipper anchors. Have approximately one hour on the island so that you explore on your own and perhaps even take a 40-minute roundtrip hike to the fortress. Finally, continue on for 15 minutes to the famous Balos Beach. Have another two hours to enjoy the breathtaking view of the coast and the sea. Your skipper will call you for the return trip back to Chania’s old port. Depending on the weather conditions, the skipper will let you visit one or two secluded bays and beaches on the way back to Chania.

Chart your own course from Agios Nikolaos on a private half-day cruise to destinations like Dianiskari and Kolokutha beach or visit towns like Plaka and Elounda. Sip on complementary soft drinks and have access to showers and snorkeling equipment.  Choose an option that meets your group size and space needs with options for a 4.3-meter RIB boat for up to 4 people, a 5.3-meter motorboat for up to 6 people, or a 9-Meter RIB boat for up to 9 people. Hop aboard the ship at the port of Agios Nikolaos and begin your sailing adventure. Listen to music on board with a Bluetooth connection and craft your own itinerary to destinations like Skistra Bay and San Fwkas beach. Have the option to snorkel through crystal-clear waters or stop to purchase lunch at a seaside restaurant in the charming resort town of Elounda. Head to the island of Spinalonga where you can admire natural beauty and historical ruins on this island that was once a leper colony. Return to your starting point at the end of your tour.

Enjoy a half day on the water. A professional Captain will show you the nicest spots at the Bay of Mirabello. If you like, you can swim or snorkel in a hidden bay at the Mirabello Bay. Or you follow the shore to the island throughout the day, stop at the area’s best swimming and snorkeling spots and see the best of Greece’s underwater life. The Price is per boat, with maximum of 3 adults, for 4 hours.

Meet your guides Minos Panagiotis and Stelios, experienced fishermen that will show you their expert techniques to catch fish. Take the opportunity to experience the daily occupation of an islander fisher on a 3-hour trip perfect for all fishing lovers or those who have yet to try it.  On board the comfortable boat, fully equipped for your convenience and safety as your captains take you off the coast of Kissamos. Listen as your guides show you different fishing techniques such as jigging, spinning, and bottom fishing. Your main targets will be groupers, snappers, dentex, squid, or smaller fish. You’ll be provided with all the necessary fishing equipment for cathching fish which you can either take away with you or return the sea. Along the way, enjoy sightseeing from the boat or go for a refreshing swim in the beautiful clear waters.  Enjoy the onboard snacks and drinks as you chat with your captains before heading back to the starting point of your tour.