Trypiti Beach and Gorge Jeep Safari with Lake Zaros, Messara, and Gortynas Ruins
by Safari Experts Crete
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€184Overview
This full-day jeep safari in Crete lasts about eight hours and begins with a 30-minute visit to Lake Zaros Votomos, located in central Crete and known for its natural setting. The tour then proceeds to the Messara plain, the largest valley on the island, where there is a 10-minute photo stop offering views of the Libyan Sea. Next, the group stops for about 30 minutes at the archaeological site of Gortynas to see Minoan and Roman ruins. Afterward, the tour reaches Trypiti, where participants take photos and spend 15 minutes descending into the Trypiti gorge, famous for its narrow vertical rock formations. The route continues to Trypiti beach, where there is one hour for swimming and relaxation in clear waters. The safari includes a one-hour lunch break featuring an authentic Cretan barbecue with wine and water served in a wild olive tree forest. The tour uses 4WD vehicles, either a Landrover Defender or a Mercedes Vito, with experienced drivers providing pickup and drop-off services. Guests should bring water, walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, swimwear, flip-flops, and sea towels. Child seats are available upon request. The itinerary may be adjusted for safety reasons.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lake of Zaros Votomos
The tour begins with a 30-minute visit to Lake Zaros Votomos, an emblematic lake located in central Crete, set within a natural landscape.
30 min
Messara
A 10-minute photo stop at the Messara plain, the largest valley on Crete, offering panoramic views of the Libyan Sea.
10 min
Gortynas archaeological site
A 30-minute stop to explore the ancient archaeological site of Gortynas, where visitors can see Minoan and Roman ruins.
30 min
Tripiti
At Trypiti, the group takes photos and spends 15 minutes descending into the Trypiti gorge, known for its narrow, vertical rock formations.
15 min
Trypiti beach swimming
Arrival at Trypiti beach for one hour to swim and relax in the clear waters of this quiet beach.
60 min
Lunch in wild olive tree forest
One hour lunch break featuring an authentic Cretan barbecue with wine and water served in the center of a wild olive tree forest.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Trypiti Beach and Gorge Jeep Safari with Lake Zaros, Messara, and Gortynas Ruins
by Safari Experts Crete
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€184Overview
This full-day jeep safari in Crete lasts about eight hours and begins with a 30-minute visit to Lake Zaros Votomos, located in central Crete and known for its natural setting. The tour then proceeds to the Messara plain, the largest valley on the island, where there is a 10-minute photo stop offering views of the Libyan Sea. Next, the group stops for about 30 minutes at the archaeological site of Gortynas to see Minoan and Roman ruins. Afterward, the tour reaches Trypiti, where participants take photos and spend 15 minutes descending into the Trypiti gorge, famous for its narrow vertical rock formations. The route continues to Trypiti beach, where there is one hour for swimming and relaxation in clear waters. The safari includes a one-hour lunch break featuring an authentic Cretan barbecue with wine and water served in a wild olive tree forest. The tour uses 4WD vehicles, either a Landrover Defender or a Mercedes Vito, with experienced drivers providing pickup and drop-off services. Guests should bring water, walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, swimwear, flip-flops, and sea towels. Child seats are available upon request. The itinerary may be adjusted for safety reasons.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lake of Zaros Votomos
The tour begins with a 30-minute visit to Lake Zaros Votomos, an emblematic lake located in central Crete, set within a natural landscape.
30 min
Messara
A 10-minute photo stop at the Messara plain, the largest valley on Crete, offering panoramic views of the Libyan Sea.
10 min
Gortynas archaeological site
A 30-minute stop to explore the ancient archaeological site of Gortynas, where visitors can see Minoan and Roman ruins.
30 min
Tripiti
At Trypiti, the group takes photos and spends 15 minutes descending into the Trypiti gorge, known for its narrow, vertical rock formations.
15 min
Trypiti beach swimming
Arrival at Trypiti beach for one hour to swim and relax in the clear waters of this quiet beach.
60 min
Lunch in wild olive tree forest
One hour lunch break featuring an authentic Cretan barbecue with wine and water served in the center of a wild olive tree forest.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.