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Lucrezia
Lucrezia

Celebrated my 30th birthday with 9 friends on their boat. Penny was great and everything was very well organized. Despite the weather not being clear blue skies, the crew went out of their way to find a location with better weather. They were incredibly flexible with timings, locations and stops. The boat was spacious with plenty areas of shade when required. Highly recommend.

Roelof
Roelof

First of all: This is a truly recommended experience. Michalis helped us really good. He isn't there to take your money. He planned the trip very carefully with the weather in mind. The first days we had in mind were very windy, so he suggested to reschedule our reservation. The boat was super clean. The instructions were very clear and he had the right tools and information for us to make our experience safe and fun! He also provided us with a cool box full of drinks. When we picked him up for driving back he gave us a nice drive back to the berth. Even after our trip with the boat he was willing to provide us with places to visit, things to do and more! I guess you can call him the friend of the island ;). If we ever come back here, we will definitely contact him again for another trip with one of his boats. It's really worth your money. He definitely deserves more than 5 stars!

The community's advice on the destination

Ian
Ian
perfect we sailed to a secluded bay enjoyed swimming,snorkling relaxing and having fun safely after an amazing meal
Rethymno
Fabien
Fabien
The ride was satisfactory. Not that much to see before arriving at the island but it's still nice
Le trajet était satisfaisant. Pas tant que ça de choses à voir avant d'arriver à l'ile mais ça reste sympa
Kolymvari
Marlene
Marlene
We went to the island of Dia, it was great. About 40 minutes each way. We even found secluded bays without other boats.
Wir sind auf die Insel Dia gefahren, es war toll. Ca. 40 min eine Richtung. Wir fanden sogar einsame Buchten ohne anderen Booten.
Kato Gouves
Michal
Michal
Perfect for couoles and famili!
Chersonisos
Josepha
Josepha
Perfectly tailored and tailor-made
Parfaitement adaptée et sur mesure
Chania
Maïlys
Maïlys
We got tips on navigation and cool places to see
Nous avons eu des conseils sur la navigation et les endroits sympas à voir
Marathi
Ruth
Ruth
The partially sunken ship where we saw a lot of fish.
Kolymvari
Kieren
Kieren
Beautiful with calm spots to relax in
Chersonisos

Boat rental & yacht charter in Crete, Greece

Rent a boat in Crete, Greece 

Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and is located in the southern Aegean Sea. The beauty of Creta is its natural landscapes and rich culture. The island is divided into four areas: Heraklion, Lassithi, Chania and Rethymno. Rent a boat in Heraklion and explore all these areas and their beaches. The iconic island of Crete is one of the most popular destinations for tourists due to its historical sites and world-renowned cuisine.

According to many travellers, the best way to get to know the island of Crete and its surroundings is by boat. Rent a boat in Crete for island hopping in the Greek islands. We will make sure you will have a unique and fun holiday in the company of your friends or family. 

Boat rental prices in Crete

Boat rentals in Greece are very common, so you can find a wide variety of boats. In Crete, you can find different boats such as motorboats, catamarans, and sailboats. The price for renting a boat in Skiathos starts from only 150 euros during the low season. Please note that prices increase during the high season due to the high demand for boats.

Do I need a license to charter a boat in Crete?

In Greece, a license is required depending on the type of boat you charter. For a yacht, you must have a valid license and a CV showing that you have previous sailing experience. On the other hand, if you want to rent a motorboat, you will be required to have a license only if the motor is 30 hp or more.

If you don't have a license, don't worry, you can still enjoy the sailing experience. You can rent a bareboat which does not require a license or you can choose any boat from the catalogue but with a captain.

When is the best time to charter a boat in Crete?

Crete is known for its mild winds and rain for most of the year, but during the summer the temperature soars, giving a pleasantly warm feeling. Chartering a boat in Crete is ideal during the summer to experience the unique meltemia winds that will give you a cool feeling while sailing. Please note that in order to enjoy a boat trip during this season you must start the booking process at least three months in advance.

What to do in Crete, Greece?

Organise a day of hiking

Spend a day of your holiday hiking on the island's most famous hiking route. The Samaria Gorge is 16 km long and is home to endemic species of flora and fauna.

Visit the Minoan palace of Faistos 

The palace of Faistos is in south-central Crete. It is considered to be one of the finest Minoan palaces. 

Enjoy its beaches

Crete has more than twenty islands and all of them are beautiful. Enjoy a day on one of these amazing beaches. Take some time to escape from your worries on the beach.

Boat Hire with or without captain in Crete

- Rent a boat in Rhodes

- Rent a boat in Agios Nikolaos

Information about boat rental in Crete

Number of boats: 230 Boats
Licence: With or without a licence
Minimum price: 140€ / day
Type of boats: Motorboat , RIB , Sailboat , Luxury Yacht , Catamaran , Canal boat , Jet ski
Captain: 179 boats with captain

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