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Balos Lagoon, Kissamos

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Balos Lagoon resides on the uninhabited island off the northwestern coast of Crete. The lagoon features warm and shallow waters, making it a popular spot for families with small children. At the height of the tourist season, daily ferries running from the nearby Kissamos port bring hundreds of visitors to the beach. Avoid the crowds by taking your swim early in the morning, before the Kissamos ferries arrive. You can also spend a few solitary moments by exploring the ruins of a small Roman settlement, located just north of the lagoon. The island offers limited tourist facilities, so bring lots of drinking water and a light snack. To visit Balos Lagoon on your holiday in Kissamos, and find out what else Kissamos has to offer, use our Kissamos.

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Tours to Balos Lagoon

BOOK WITH VIATOR Balos Lagoon & Falassarna Beach - Semi Private Jeep Tour with Lunch

5.0

Duration: 7h - 8h

Tours from $159 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Boat Trip Kissamos Balos (price per group - up to 10 people)

4.8

Duration: 3h - 6h

Tours from $571 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Day Private Sailing Cruises to Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa Island and more.

4.8

Duration: 8h

Tours from $879 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Boat Trip Chania - Balos (price is per group-up to 9 people)

5.0

Duration: 6h

Tours from $1,153 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Uncharted Escapes: Chania Private Tour To Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Peninsula

Duration: 8h

Tours from $161 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Gramvousa and Balos Tour from Chania(Boat ticket is included!)

3.7

Duration: 10h - 12h

Tours from $71 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island Cruise Tour from Kissamos

2.9

Duration: 7h

Tours from $32 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Gramvousa Island & Balos Lagoon Day Tour

4.4

Duration: 10h - 12h

Tours from $96 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Private Tour to Balos Lagoon and Falassarna

4.6

Duration: 6h - 8h

Tours from $159 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay Full-Day Tour from Chania

3.7

Duration: 10h

Tours from $24 ›

Likely to sell out BOOK WITH VIATOR Gramvousa and Balos Day Cruise from Chania

3.3

Duration: 10h

Tours from $66 ›

BOOK WITH VIATOR Gramvousa Island and Balos Bay Full-Day Tour from Heraklion

3.5

Duration: 10h

Tours from $46 ›

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By davidajones111

Took the boat from Kissamos harbour for 29 euro at 10.30 and returned at 18.00. It is full day with two stops to walk or swim the amazing crystal blue waters . Do take you own food as the choices...

Took the boat from Kissamos harbour for 29 euro at 10.30 and returned at 18.00. It is full day with two stops to walk or swim the amazing crystal blue waters . Do take you own food as the choices... more »
By Beth R

The lagoon is absolutely beautiful and one of the nicest places I have visited. The views walking down to the beach and the clear waters are amazing. Balos is €1 per person to get into then €3 to...

The lagoon is absolutely beautiful and one of the nicest places I have visited. The views walking down to the beach and the clear waters are amazing. Balos is €1 per person to get into then €3 to... more »

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