No expiration date
Easy refund
Free exchange
Easy booking

Samaria Gorge Hike from Heraklion region

Location Crete, Greece, Europe
$68.38
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Samaria Gorge, the largest gorge in Europe, offers breathtaking views and wildlife encounters as you traverse its scenic trails. This unique path tests your endurance while immersing you in the heart of the majestic White Mountains.

  • 🏞️ The route begins at an altitude of 1250 meters above sea level with wooden fences along the mountainside.
  • 🦙 Keep an eye out for wild goats Kri-Kri and rare species of orchids that inhabit the reserve.
  • 🌉 A total of 47 bridges cross the river Tarraios, enhancing your scenic experience through the valley.
  • 🏖️ After 4-6 hours of walking, reach Agia Roumeli beach for swimming and lunch before returning by boat.
  • ⚠️ Ensure you are physically prepared for this challenging hike; it may take several hours to complete.

Sustainability is prioritized while Tinggly provides instant digital delivery, no expiry, and a global selection.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Pick-up Area 1
From Heraklion East region:: Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 12 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Pick-up from hotels of the HERAKLION region (at the specific bus stops outside of your hotel)
  • Certified tour guide
  • Transfer with air-conditioned bus
  • Ticket for the boat from Agia Roumeli to Hora Sfakion
  • Ticket entrance to Samaria National Park, Child up to 15 years - free of charge

The Samaria gorge is located on a height of 1227 meters above sea level. This is the longest gorge in Europe: 18km pathway and width from 3 to 300 meters.

The walking tour begins in the early morning from Omalos plateau 43 km from the city of Chania. Walking time is about 5-6 hours, so be sure to take some water and something to eat. Before entering the gorge and at the exit there are taverns where you can dine, and throughout the whole journey you will have to be content with only your own reserves. Descenting along the picturesque mountain stream will take you to the southern coast of the island to Agia Roumeli. After relaxing and swimming in the crystal clear waters of the Libyan Sea, you will go on a small boat along the southern coast of Crete to the port of Chora Sfakon where you will wait for the bus.

Take very seriously the decision to visit the gorge, especially if you have health problems such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The path has to be overcome at a sufficiently energetic pace with the air temperature reaching sometimes up to thirty-odd degrees in the shade.
The duration is 12-16 hours, depends on your pick-up.

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket.
  • After booking we will contact you to arrange the pick-up. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up. For pick-up from different location, please, contact us.
  • NOTE: It is a 18 kilometers walk along very rocky path, sometimes steep.
  • Visiting the gorge is usually recommended for children over 7 years old, who like to walk a lot. Infants only in a special carriers.
  • The tour starts at 06.00am and you will be back at your hotel around 10.00pm, depending on the pick up location.
  • Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages between Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia/Sissi
  • Area 2: Georgioupoli/Rethymno/Panormo/Bali/Sises/Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Achlada/Mades/Ammoudi/Rodia/Palaiokastro/Pantanassa/Gazi
  • Monday: English, German, French
  • Tuesday: English, German, French, Polish, Dutch
  • Thursday: English, German, French, Polish, Dutch
  • Saturday: English, German, French, Polish, Dutch
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience 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.
  • How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

    Samaria Gorge Hike from Heraklion region

    Location Crete, Greece, Europe
    $68.38
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

    Delivery options

    eVoucher

    • Free
    • Instant delivery
    • Environmentally friendly

    Physical Gift Box

    • $10.00 fee
    • 2-5 business days
    • Shipping Worldwide

    No expiration date
    Easy refund
    Free exchange
    Easy booking
    Planet friendly
    Global availability
    As seen on