A private four-hour skipper-led cruise from Ormos Bay that combines turquoise swims, snorkeling, and a close approach to Spinalonga’s historic fortress. Flexible routes, snorkel gear and refreshments included—ideal for travelers seeking a relaxed, sea-based view of Elounda and Plaka.
A private four-hour skipper-led cruise from Ormos Bay that combines turquoise swims, snorkeling, and a close approach to Spinalonga’s historic fortress. Flexible routes, snorkel gear and refreshments included—ideal for travelers seeking a relaxed, sea-based view of Elounda and Plaka.
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Operated by Mirabello Boats · Agios Nikolaos, Crete
Stand at the ramp of Ormos Bay and feel the Aegean draw you out of the harbor as the skipper eases the boat into Mirabello Bay. The engine’s steady thrum settles into the background while the water opens into blues you can’t imagine until you see them—turquoise shallows at Kolokytha, glassy coves at Skistra, and sunlit sand at San Fwkas.
easy.
4 hours.
Basic mobility and comfort getting on/off a small boat; no special fitness required
The boat departs from the ramp at Ormos Bay; look for the Mirabello Boats sign at the port.
Yes—snorkeling masks and fins are provided as part of the trip inclusions.
Yes—on request the skipper can stop at a taverna in Elounda or Plaka; bring cash for small restaurants.
The tour is listed as physically easy and suitable for most fitness levels, though infants must sit on an adult’s lap and boarding a small boat requires basic mobility.
Spinalonga was fortified by the Venetians and later used as a leper colony from 1903–1957; its ruins reflect Crete’s maritime and colonial past.
The area benefits from local efforts to keep bays clear—use reef-safe products, don’t anchor on seagrass beds, and take all trash off the boat.
Mirabello Boats operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




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