Boat hire & yacht charter in Crete, Greece

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286 boats available in Crete

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Joachim
September 2024
Advice is given in good English before the boat is handed over. A good starting point for some beautiful bays.
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Laurentiu
September 2024
The area might be intimidating at first due to the high and rocky coastline, but there is nothing to be scared of. There are lots of nice places where you can enjoy the view and the water. Athina will tell you all the good places.
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Marcel
September 2024
Run by a nice family business. The boat was good and big. If it’s windy you can stay more in the bay. There’s a military harbour and you can see aircraft carriers in the morning. The water has a nice colour.
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Keith
Keith
Travelled in June 2026 · 8 people · 1 days
We had and excellent day’s cruising with Captain John to pristine swimming spots and with all our needs attended to perfectly by our hostess Christina.
Cody
Cody
Travelled in June 2026 · 2 people · 1 days
Honestly 5 stars. Nik and Cris were great from start to finish. Kind, enthusiastic, hospitable, professional and great energy. The boat and service was the best we’ve ever had. Would definitely recommend. Very very good value.
Ben
Ben
Travelled in April 2026 · 2 people · 1 days
Amazing service, at an amazing price. Very very helpful crew. Accommodating to the highest degree. I actually proposed on their Catarman and they helped make everything possible. I’m very grateful to the whole crew! 5 stars!
Robert
Robert
Travelled in September 2025 · 2 people · 1 days
Checkin was super quick and easy, the staff were super friendly and helpful, the boats were perfect, clean and modern, they helped with good spots to stop and made the whole day very enjoyable
Joshua
Joshua
Travelled in September 2025 · 2 people · 1 days
My partner and I rented the boat for the afternoon, we had a great time. Everything was in superb condition, the staff were really friendly and instructions were very clear. We found anchoring a little difficult (due to our inexperience) but after a few tries we got the hang of it. We stopped by the nearby islands recommended by the instructor which was amazing! The cost was fair for the rental and the fuel. We're always wary of any vehicle rental when on holiday or in a touristy area, but our experience with Sea Adventure was excellent. I would definitely recommend them and the experience was so worthwhile I would 100% do it again if I came back to Chania!
Albert
Albert
Travelled in August 2025 · 2 people · 1 days
Amazing day. From initial booking, George was very helpful and provided all the information required. The boat was great, perfect for the day. Cool box, Ice, GPS all provided. Excellent pre departure briefing with good suggestions of places to go. Would recommend 100% and will certainly be using George again. Thanks again for making sure we had a great day.
Charlotte
Charlotte
Travelled in July 2025 · 2 people · 1 days
Great experience today with Naus Boats. Really informative before we left, made sure I was confident and had all the information I needed as it was my first time driving a boat. The boat is also really clean and modern. Great experience, would definitely recommend.
Annabelle
Annabelle
Travelled in July 2025 · 4 people · 1 days
We loved our boat hire experience! Very thorough but easy training before we went out, lovely people to deal with and great boat ! Would highly recommend !

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Joachim
Joachim
Marathi ·
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Advice is given in good English before the boat is handed over. A good starting point for some beautiful bays.
Ratschläge erhält man in gutem Englisch vor Übergabe des Bootes. Ein guter Ausgangspunkt für einige schöne Buchten.
Laurentiu
Laurentiu
Marathi ·
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The area might be intimidating at first due to the high and rocky coastline, but there is nothing to be scared of. There are lots of nice places where you can enjoy the view and the water. Athina will tell you all the good places.
The area might be intimidating at first due to the high and rocky coastline, but there is nothing to be scared of. There are lots of nice places where you can enjoy the view and the water. Athina will tell you all the good places.
Marcel
Marcel
Marathi ·
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Run by a nice family business. The boat was good and big. If it’s windy you can stay more in the bay. There’s a military harbour and you can see aircraft carriers in the morning. The water has a nice colour.
Run by a nice family business. The boat was good and big. If it’s windy you can stay more in the bay. There’s a military harbour and you can see aircraft carriers in the morning. The water has a nice colour.
Ian
Ian
Rethymno ·
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perfect we sailed to a secluded bay enjoyed swimming,snorkling relaxing and having fun safely after an amazing meal
perfect we sailed to a secluded bay enjoyed swimming,snorkling relaxing and having fun safely after an amazing meal
Fabien
Fabien
Kolymvari ·
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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
Joachim
Joachim
Marathi ·
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Advice is given in good English before the boat is handed over. A good starting point for some beautiful bays.
Ratschläge erhält man in gutem Englisch vor Übergabe des Bootes. Ein guter Ausgangspunkt für einige schöne Buchten.
Laurentiu
Laurentiu
Marathi ·
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The area might be intimidating at first due to the high and rocky coastline, but there is nothing to be scared of. There are lots of nice places where you can enjoy the view and the water. Athina will tell you all the good places.
The area might be intimidating at first due to the high and rocky coastline, but there is nothing to be scared of. There are lots of nice places where you can enjoy the view and the water. Athina will tell you all the good places.
Marcel
Marcel
Marathi ·
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Run by a nice family business. The boat was good and big. If it’s windy you can stay more in the bay. There’s a military harbour and you can see aircraft carriers in the morning. The water has a nice colour.
Run by a nice family business. The boat was good and big. If it’s windy you can stay more in the bay. There’s a military harbour and you can see aircraft carriers in the morning. The water has a nice colour.
Ian
Ian
Rethymno ·
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perfect we sailed to a secluded bay enjoyed swimming,snorkling relaxing and having fun safely after an amazing meal
perfect we sailed to a secluded bay enjoyed swimming,snorkling relaxing and having fun safely after an amazing meal
Fabien
Fabien
Kolymvari ·
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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

Hire 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. Hire 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. Hire a boat in Crete for island hopping on the Greek islands. We will make sure you will have a unique and fun holiday in the company of your friends or family. 

Boat hire prices in Crete

Boat hires 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 hire a boat in Crete?

In Greece, a license is required depending on the type of boat you hire. 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 hire 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 hire a bareboat which does not require a license or you can choose any boat from the catalogue but with a skipper.

When is the best time to hire 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. Hiring 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 skipper in Crete

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Information about boat rental in Crete

Number of boats: 285 Boats
Licence: With or without licence
Minimum price: £164,32 / day
Type of boats: Motorboat , RIB , Catamaran , Sailboat , Luxury Yacht , Canal boat , Jet ski
Skipper: 220 boats with skipper

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