easy
2–5 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required
Set sail from Chania aboard the agile AXOPAR 22 and cruise Crete’s dramatic coastline at your own pace. Discover hidden bays, cliffs, and crystalline waters with Notosmare Marine Adventures.
The northern coast of Crete, anchored by the vibrant city of Chania, is a gateway to rugged cliffs, hidden coves, and turquoise waters rarely seen from land. Notosmare Marine Adventures offers a distinctive way to experience this coastline aboard their AXOPAR 22 motorboat. This sleek, stable vessel accommodates up to seven people comfortably, delivering a spacious platform to cruise near the shore at a personalized pace. The boat’s modern design includes sunshade options and comprehensive 24/7 support, ensuring guests navigate the Cretan coast comfortably and confidently.
Chania itself is a gateway city with Venetian harbors, Byzantine walls, and a backdrop of the White Mountains to the south. From here, Notosmare Marine Adventures casts off along sections of coastline featuring limestone cliffs carved by millennia of wind and waves, secluded pebble beaches accessible only by boat, and quiet bays where the water is clear enough to peer at starfish and octopus beneath the surface. The area is rich in Mediterranean flora, from rugged herbs on the cliffs to towering Aleppo pines nearer the shore.
This trip stands apart in Crete’s outdoor scene by combining dynamic small-group cruising with full autonomy and direct access to lesser-known geologic formations and marine habitats. Whether it’s a quiet swim stop in the Bay of Agioi Apostoloi or skimming waves toward the Rodopos Peninsula, this adventure is as much about the freedom of the sea as it is about the landscape.
Notosmare Marine Adventures has carved a niche offering local travelers and visitors a tailored, accessible maritime experience that balances thrill with tranquility. It’s ideal for adventurers seeking an intimate encounter with Crete’s coastline that’s impossibly close and crafted around their schedule. This is a journey best suited to those eager to pilot their own narrative along Greece’s southern shores, with the security of expert guidance on call.
Demand spikes during summer months, so reserving your spot early secures preferred dates and times.
Protect your skin without harming the fragile marine ecosystems you’ll glide over along the coast.
While the boat offers shade and comfort, provisions aren’t supplied, so bring enough to stay hydrated and energized.
The deck can be slick when wet; appropriate footwear helps maintain footing when boarding and disembarking.
Chania’s harbor dates back to Venetian rule in the 13th century, with maritime traditions that persist today.
Locally, efforts focus on protecting marine habitats and minimizing boat impact on fragile ecosystems along the coast.
Protects eyes from strong sun glare reflecting off the water.
summer specific
Keeps you comfortable during breezy moments on the open water.
spring specific
Essential for quick dips in the crystal-clear bays along your route.
summer specific
Provides secure footing on wet boat decks and rocky shores.