How long is the trip?

The excursion is approximately nine hours from departure to return, including swim stops and the lunch break at Marathi island.

The itinerary includes a lunch stop on Marathi island; confirm with the operator at booking whether lunch is provided or if you should bring food.

Yes—minimum age listed is 1. Families are welcome, but supervise young children during water entries and on deck.

Will we see sea turtles?

Loggerhead sea turtles are commonly sighted in these bays, but wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

What should I bring for swimming?

Bring a swimsuit, towel, reef shoes, reef-safe sunscreen, and a snorkel mask if you have one; the boat provides basic access and ladders.

What happens in bad weather?

Trips may be modified or canceled for safety in agreement with local port authorities; the operator will reschedule or refund according to their policy.

Seitan Limani and Marathi Island: Full-Day Boat Trip from Chania | Sailing | Boat Tour

Set out from Notos Mare - Marine Adventure Chania in Chania, Crete, and spend a full day tracing the limestone coastline east of the city, where hidden coves and turquoise shelves give way to narrow sea gorges. The Full Day Trip Chania - Seitan Linani is a nine-hour boat charter that moves at an easy pace: short runs between swims, time to explore sandy slips, and a leisurely lunch ashore at Marathi island.

The trip threads through a compact chain of coastal highlights. First stops include Macherida and Stavros beaches, both known for clear, deep water and easy entry from the boat. From there the captain circles the headland to the tight creek and gorge mouth at Katholiko, where sheer rock walls channel incoming waves and create dramatic reflections on the water. Seitan Limani—the "Devil's Harbor" carved into pale limestone—reads like a geological postcard from the deck, its steep bluffs and turquoise inlets visible from the boat instead of a cliff-top trail.

Lunch is served at Marathi island; expect a beach-side pause to stretch legs, taste simple local fare, and watch for loggerhead sea turtles that frequent these sheltered bays. The return leg follows the coastline back toward Chania Old Harbour—an atmospheric waypoint whose breakwaters and Venetian-era quay frame the city. Along the route, keep an eye out for seaworn caves, scrubby maquis, and the flash of fish under the surface.

What makes this operator special is the way the itinerary balances convenience and discovery. With a modest group size and a captain who knows local currents and quiet coves, the day avoids the busiest beaches and finds calmer anchorages for swimming and snorkeling. This is not an adrenaline-focused charter but a discovery cruise: accessible to families (minimum age 1) and open to swimmers and non-swimmers alike, though basic comfort in open water helps.

Practical notes: the excursion runs about nine hours and is subject to port authority and weather changes; the operator adjusts plans for safety. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light windlayer for open-deck cruising, and reef shoes for stepping from the boat onto pebbled shores. The itinerary’s combination of geology—limestone cliffs, narrow gorges—and marine life—occasional turtles and schooling fish—makes it a standout way to experience Crete’s coastline without a car. Departures start and finish at Notos Mare - Marine Adventure Chania in Chania, Crete, 73100; the route gives a full day's sense of the island's coastal variety in one easily readable loop. Book early in high season to secure a spot on the small boat; mornings often offer glassy seas and clearer light for snorkeling. Operators accommodate dietary requests for the lunch stop if notified in advance at booking. Bring binoculars for coastal bird and turtle spotting too.

About Notosmare Marine Adventures

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.

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