Overview
Join our full-day sailing trip, leaving Heraklion Old port daily and live a proper sailing experience, looked after by our experienced and hospitable crew, with plenty of time to take in this wonderful journey. With the best views of Crete seen only by sea, we will make enough anchor stops to give you the opportunity to admire the beaches and of course sailing!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Transfer for free up to 10km from Heraklion port
Life jackets
Unlimited drinks (mineral water and soft drinks)
Meal (with vegetarian option)
First aid certification
Eco friendly route for nature lovers
Sailing cruise experience
Professional certified crew
Wine (responsible consumption)
Snorkeling equipment and SUP boards
Unbeatable sailing experience
Beach towel
Swimsuit
Sunscreen
Gratuities
Pick up beyond 10km from Heraklion port (contact activity provider for more info)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We meet at the "Marina cafe" 30 minutes before the tour starts. The crew members are wearing ALTERSAIL t-shirts.
** Please note that the trip start time may change, we will inform you in advance, but the duration will not be affected.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
Our crew will meet you at the Old Venetian port and welcome you on board, where you will be given a briefing about safety and boat handling. We set our sails and we are off to our destination, Dia island.
Dia is an uninhabited island, 7 nautical miles north of Heraklion and is protected by the Natura 2000 project because of its biodiversity.
First stop is Agrilia Bay, one of the remote beaches of the island where we can avoid the crowds. You have the chance to enjoy your first swim, snorkel or relax with a cool refreshment and fresh fruit for about an hour. We continue to Panagia cove, a bay with green, crystal waters.
Last stop is Agios Georgios, one of the most popular crystal clear beaches on the island. A small history fact, is that this well-protected cove was one of the major Minoan ports, according to Jacques-Yves Cousteau who discovered some of its remains in 1976.
As you will have plenty of time for another refreshing dive, our skipper and host will prepare a delicious lunch made exclusively from fresh and local ingredients.
After this delicious lunch, we set sails back to Heraklion port, get prepared we may spot some of our lovely mammal friends, the dolphins.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Not suitable for People over 275 lbs (125 kg)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Heraklion: Nature Reserve Full day sailing to Dia Island & Lunch
Can I cancel Heraklion: Nature Reserve Full day sailing to Dia Island & Lunch for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
We meet at the "Marina cafe" 30 minutes before the tour starts. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- - Transfer for free up to 10km from Heraklion port
- - Life jackets
- - Unlimited drinks (mineral water and soft drinks)
- - Meal (with vegetarian option)
- - First aid certification
- - Eco friendly route for nature lovers
- - Sailing cruise experience
- - Professional certified crew
What's not included?
- Beach towel
- Swimsuit
- Sunscreen
- Gratuities
- Pick up beyond 10km from Heraklion port (contact activity provider for more info)
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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