Two days sea kayaking trip

Join us for a two-day sea kayaking adventure in the stunning environment of Samaria National Park.
No prior kayaking experience is required—just a good level of fitness and a maximum body weight of 105 kg (due to kayak hull stability). Overnight in small apartments or in tents (you need to bring your own tent). Accommodation is not included; please allow approximately €45–60 for two people.

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Overview

We’ll paddle to the remote coastal villages of Loutro and Agia Roumeli, only accessible by sea. Along the way, we’ll pass some of Crete’s most iconic beaches: Glyka Nera (Sweet Water Beach), Marmara, Agios Pavlos, and optionally Domata.

We start at 10:00 AM on the first day and finish around 4:00 PM.
On the second day, we return by 4–5 PM.

Experience Needed

Total distance: 40–45 km
Daily: 20–25 km

A basic kayaking course (optional at €125/person) can help you enjoy the trip more.

Ready to paddle with us?

Price 240€/person Review published dates

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to go?

Any month except November–February, when strong westerly and southerly winds are common.

What should I bring?

You should bring:

Swimsuit
Sun hat, sunscreen & sunglasses
Towel
Wet shoes + hiking shoes
Warm layers if is not in the summer
Head torch
Sleeping bag
Mosquito repellent
Personal medication

Sea conditions?

This is our most sheltered route — waves are usually under 1 meter.

Luggage and storage

Pack your trip essentials in multiple small dry bags (10–15L) and place them in a suitcase or rucksack.
You can leave the larger bag at a hotel near our base.
If you need an extra dry bag please get in touch.

Arrival and departure

We will meet at our base on Ilingas Beach at 10:00 AM.
There is plenty of secure (and free) parking if you are traveling by car.
You should arrive in Chania or Heraklion the day before. The closest airport with a bus connection is Chania.
During the summer months, there is a daily bus arriving just before 10:00 AM in Chora Sfakion, a village just 2 minutes away by car.
If you don’t have a car, you can call us and we’ll be happy to pick you up.
On the last day of the trip, we will return to Ilingas Beach in the early evening (4pm).
That will give you enough time to catch the bus back to Chania (departure around 7:00 PM), or you can overnight nearby and depart the next morning.

Accomondation and food

There are several tavernas in Agia Roumeli (the village where we will overnight) where you can have dinner.
We can also stop for lunch during the paddle at a taverna, or you can pack your own lunch if you prefer.
All you need are some snacks for the day and, of course, water.
There’s no need to carry more than 3 litres of water, as we’ll be able to refill during the day if necessary.

How do I book?

Send us an email with all the following:

Your paddling experience
Your details including a phone where we can reach you via WhatsApp or Viber
Your body type (height, weight)
Your age and if there is any health issue that we might have to know

Once everything is confirmed, we will send you the payment details. Payment is made either in cash on the day of the trip or by credit card online during checkout.
Payment with credit card the day of the trip is not possible.

In case of any problem with email (seakayakingcrete@gmail.com) please contact me directly at +306946140777 via WhatsApp.