Crete: Sarakina Gorge, Forests, and South Coast Safari
ID: GYG248842-431247
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore the coast, mountains, forests, and countryside on a full-day tour from Crete. Enjoy exciting off-roading and spectacular views, as you zip down towards the south coast and the Sarakina Gorge.
Definitely one of our best off road-experience in Crete. Explore the mountains, forests and the gorge, enjoy the view & off roading in the inlands of Crete.
This amazing tour takes you to the inlands of Crete. After visiting a olive factory with tasting of the different qualities of oil we are heading direction the mountain village of Kritza. Along the old Minoan paths and civilizations to the unknown Crete. Pure Nature, wild landscapes and breathtaking views. One highlight on your tour is the protected mountain forest of Kroustas. than we heading over the mountains south where we will serve your lunch in a very nice taverna with mountain spring water, far away from civilization you will be able to meet our local host and feel what Cretan hospitality really means.
Next stop will be the amazing Gorge of Sarakina, where you can hike depending your skills and fitness.
A visit in Myrtos at the beach of the Lybian sea (with possibility to swim) ends this amazing day.
Highlights
- Witness the natural diversity of Crete
- Hike through the Sarakina Gorge through waterfalls and rivers
- Enjoy a local meal in a classic taverna
- Take a dip in the stunning Lybian Sea
- Visist the protected Mountain Forest of Kroustas
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please indicate any dietary requirements during booking
Pickup from Heraklion and more west (direction Chania) is not usually provided
If interested, a shuttle can be provided for an additional cost
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup from Elounda, Malia, Gouves, Ierapetra, and surrounding areas
- Professional guide and full-day tour
- Lunch in a local "taverna"
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
