Heraklion: Nature Reserve Full day sailing to Dia Island & Lunch
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!
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
Kindly note that booking price includes pickups at a range of 10 km from the port. Your taxi/minivan/minibus will wait for you outside your hotel main entrance. Transfers further than 10km from Heraklion are available upon extra cost, minimum 20€.
Leoforos Nearchou
Iraklio 712 02, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for Wheelchair users
- Not suitable for People over 275 lbs (125 kg)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum age that can drink alcohol is 18 years old
- You will be asked to fill in information for all your group, such as: full name, nationality, passport or ID no, gender, age range (infant, child, adult, senior).
- We arrange your pickup from your accommodation.
- After your booking, we will contact you via email to fix the time of pickup and pickup point.
- Pick up beyond 10km from Heraklion port (contact activity provider for more info)
- Itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(13)Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-108056P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (13)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage.
Jan 2022Yes, this is possible, as long as you are comfortable going into the water. All City Boat Tours snorkeling tours adhere to strict safety regulations and have been designed to be enjoyed by all.
Your safety is our #1 priority, which is why:
- You will be wearing a flotation device at all times.
- On many tours, there is a stairway from the boat into the water so you won’t have to “jump” in!
- There are trained staff in the water and watching from the boat at all times.
For these reasons, we believe that even non-swimmers can have a wonderful time on our snorkeling trips, however, the final judgment call is yours to make. Please note we do not give refunds if you decide not to snorkel on the trip.
Oct 2021The snorkel gear we use on City Boat Tours tours is high quality and for your protection, the equipment is sanitized after each use. However, if you feel more comfortable using your own snorkeling equipment, feel free to bring it on the tour. Please note, there is no discount for providing your own equipment and we can’t be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
May 2023First-time snorkelers can be assured of one-on-one instruction and assistance. We find introducing folks to our world very rewarding!
Oct 2021There are no legal age limits for snorkeling. We have found that age 5 or 6 is a good age to learn the basics of snorkeling, however, it’s entirely up to individuals to make the best choice for their family.
Sep 2021If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- - 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).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Heraklion: Nature Reserve Full day sailing to Dia Island & Lunch is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for Wheelchair users
- Not suitable for People over 275 lbs (125 kg)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Heraklion: Nature Reserve Full day sailing to Dia Island & Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What'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)
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for Wheelchair users
- Not suitable for People over 275 lbs (125 kg)
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum age that can drink alcohol is 18 years old
- You will be asked to fill in information for all your group, such as: full name, nationality, passport or ID no, gender, age range (infant, child, adult, senior).
- We arrange your pickup from your accommodation.
- After your booking, we will contact you via email to fix the time of pickup and pickup point.
- Pick up beyond 10km from Heraklion port (contact activity provider for more info)
- Itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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