Glide along Chania’s wild Apokorona coast with Notosmare Marine Adventures. Discover the dramatic Seitan Limani inlet, swim at Glass Beach, and soak in panoramic views of Souda Island during a refreshing half-day boat trip.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels with minimal physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
Souda Island has served as a defensive harbor since Venetian rule, playing a key role in naval history.
Conservation
Notosmare balances tourism with sustainability, emphasizing no-littering policies and reef-safe products to protect fragile marine habitats.
Notosmare Marine Adventures
Glide along Chania’s wild Apokorona coast with Notosmare Marine Adventures. Discover the dramatic Seitan Limani inlet, swim at Glass Beach, and soak in panoramic views of Souda Island during a refreshing half-day boat trip.
Notosmare Marine Adventures is a boat tour operator based in Marathi, Crete, offering a wide range of day trips, private charters and rentals. The company operates from Marathi and runs departures that also originate from Chania, Kolymvari and Sfakia, serving popular destinations such as Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa, Seitan Limani, Gavdos, Menies and Elafonisi. Boats in the fleet named in listings include Saxdor, Axopar, Marvel, RIBs and larger yachts including Bavaria and catamarans, providing options for small groups, families and private charters. Tour formats range from half‑day to full‑day nine‑hour excursions, sunset cruises and specialised routes like Chania to Santorini or Sfakia to Gavdos. Many advertised trips reference complimentary drinks, light snacks or fresh fruit, and several listings specify skipper‑included services or bareboat rental choices. Notosmare offers private boat trips, fishing trips, rentals with and without a licence requirement and a selection of high‑powered RIB and outboard models. The variety of vessel sizes and trip styles supports activities such as swimming in turquoise waters, visiting historic sites like Gramvousa castle and exploring secluded coves accessible only by sea. Booking options cover private charters, shared tours and tailored itineraries. Trip descriptions emphasize picturesque coastlines, hidden beaches and opportunities to relax while sightseeing. With a broad fleet, multiple departure points and both crewed and bareboat offerings, Notosmare Marine Adventures provides practical choices for travelers seeking marine excursions around western Crete.
Seasonal availability applies; bookings are offered for sunrise departures, sunset cruises, family outings, fishing trips and custom itineraries for varying group sizes, locally.
Base Location
Marathi, Crete
Local launch point for many trips
Tours Offered
75
Wide selection across western Crete
Typical Duration
Half‑day & 9‑hour
Flexible half‑ and full‑day trips
Boat Types
Axopar, Saxdor, RIBs
Modern motorboats and RIB options
Reserve a private charter or join a shared tour to Balos, Gramvousa, Seitan Limani or Gavdos — check vessel, duration and skipper options and book now.
Wear layered clothing
Bring a light windbreaker or wrap to manage sea breeze and sun exposure.
Bring swimwear and a towel
Opportunities to jump into the crystal-clear water abound—be ready to take the plunge.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and marine life with environmentally friendly sunscreen options.
Secure your camera gear
Waters can splash unexpectedly—use waterproof cases or bags for photography equipment.
Light windbreaker
Protects against cool breezes when out at sea.
spring
Swimsuit
Necessary for enjoying water stops along the route.
summer
Waterproof camera case
Keeps photography gear safe from accidental splashes.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine ecosystem during sunny rides.
summer