Seitan Limania
A dramatic zig-zag cove squeezed between sheer cliffs on the Akrotiri peninsula.
Secluded coves · Chania








Embark on a private boat trip from Chania Old Port and discover the wild beauty of Crete’s Akrotiri coastline, with stops at Seitan Limania, Glass Beach, Katholiko Bay, and Aspra Lagoon, for up to 9 guests. Cruise past dramatic cliffs, hidden coves, and crystal-clear waters as you reach places that are difficult to access by land. Swim in the turquoise sea of Seitan Limania, admire the sparkling shoreline of Glass Beach, relax in the secluded beauty of Katholiko Bay, and enjoy the untouched charm of Aspra Lagoon, known for its clear waters and striking white rocks. This carefully designed cruise combines iconic scenery, quiet escapes, and a true sense of adventure, offering a unique and unforgettable day at sea along one of Chania’s most stunning coastlines.
A dramatic zig-zag cove squeezed between sheer cliffs on the Akrotiri peninsula.
Secluded coves · Chania
A Venetian monastery with its own wine and oil.
Churches & monasteries · Chania
Ruined cave monastery in a gorge on Akrotiri.
Churches & monasteries · Chania
Two small sandy beaches by a fishing harbour on Souda bay, with fish tavernas.
Sandy beaches · Chania
A fortress-like monastery on Akrotiri.
Churches & monasteries · Chania
A cave with a bear shaped rock.
Caves · Chania
A small sandy bay on Souda bay, sheltered by rocky hills and very calm.
Sandy beaches · Apokoronas
A Venetian fort on an islet in Souda Bay.
Forts & castles · Apokoronas
A pretty sandy bay on the Akrotiri peninsula with a small islet you can swim to.
Sandy beaches · Chania
A 19th century lighthouse on a cliff.
Forts & castles · Apokoronas
A round lagoon-like bay under a big mountain on Akrotiri, where Zorba the Greek was filmed.
Sandy beaches · Chania
An Ottoman fortress over Souda Bay.
Forts & castles · Apokoronas
An underwater cave with elephant fossils.
Caves · Apokoronas
Beaches and monasteries near the airport.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Chania
A long sandy beach near Kalyves where the river keeps the water refreshingly cool.
Sandy beaches · Apokoronas
Seitan Limania is one of the most dramatic coastal landscapes in Chania, a narrow sea inlet carved between steep, pale rock walls on the Akrotiri Peninsula. Its vivid turquoise water, sheltered cove, and striking cliff formations give it an almost surreal beauty, while its small size makes the scenery feel intimate and intense at the same time. Arriving from the sea reveals the full magic of the place: the winding shape of the inlet, the contrast between raw stone and luminous water, and the sense of discovering a hidden corner of Crete that feels both wild and unforgettable. It is a stop that combines breathtaking scenery with the thrill of a truly unique natural setting.
1 hourKatholiko Bay has a raw, almost timeless character, where the rugged coastline of Akrotiri meets a small turquoise cove at the mouth of Avlaki Gorge. What makes this place so special is not only its natural beauty, but the atmosphere of history that surrounds it: just inland lie the ruins of Katholiko Monastery, one of the oldest monastic sites in Crete, hidden within the gorge and linked to centuries of ascetic life. Seen from the sea, the bay feels secluded, peaceful, and deeply atmospheric, framed by harsh cliffs and shaped by both nature and spirituality. It is a place that offers more than a swim stop; it feels like a hidden sanctuary where landscape, silence, and heritage come together in a uniquely Cretan way.
1 hourYou will meet us outside the sailing club at Akti Enoseos, Chania Old Port, next to the Porto Veneziano hotel.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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