Set sail from Kolymvari with Notosmare Marine Adventures for an active day on the sea featuring snorkeling, sea scooters, and paddleboarding along Crete’s rugged coast.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–7 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable swimming and capable of standing or paddling for extended periods.
Wildlife
History
Crete’s coast has been a crossroads of maritime cultures since Minoan times, with legends tied to the nearby White Mountains and ancient ports.
Conservation
Notosmare promotes sustainable boating practices to protect fragile marine ecosystems and freshwater resources.
Notosmare Marine Adventures
Set sail from Kolymvari with Notosmare Marine Adventures for an active day on the sea featuring snorkeling, sea scooters, and paddleboarding along Crete’s rugged coast.
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.
Check Weather Conditions
Wind and waves can change quickly along the Cretan coast; always confirm daily weather updates before your trip.
Bring Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin and the local marine environment by using biodegradable, reef-safe sunscreen on this boat trip.
Wear Water Shoes
Rocky shorelines and underwater terrain can be sharp—water shoes help protect your feet during swim stops or paddleboarding.
Stay Hydrated
Even though drinks are provided, carry your own water bottle to stay fully hydrated under the Mediterranean sun.
Swimwear
Allows for comfortable water activities like snorkeling and paddleboarding.
summer
Water shoes
Protect feet from sharp rocks during in-water stops.
summer
Sunglasses with UV protection
Protects eyes from glare off the water and bright sun.
summer
Light windbreaker
Useful for cooler mornings or breezy conditions on the boat.
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