Boat rentals in Plaka, Crete

Renting a boat in Plaka, Crete: what to ask

Boat rentals in Plaka come from a small group of operators working out of this corner of eastern Crete, and the choice is mainly between organised cruises and taking a boat out yourself. Ocean Spirit, Catamaran Cruises in Elounda is based in Plaka and runs catamaran cruises and boat tours around Elounda alongside its rental service; the operator states that it works with catamarans. Minos Boats is a boat rental service with its address in Plaka and opening hours of 9am to 6pm every day of the week. Plaka Watersports Elounda Crete, on the road between Agios Nikolaos and Vrouchas, rents boats so customers can arrange their own time on the water rather than join an organised trip.

Because the three work differently, it is worth deciding first what kind of day you want. A catamaran cruise with a crew is a different arrangement from hiring a boat and driving it yourself, and the listings here do not settle questions such as whether a boat can be used without a licence, whether a skipper comes with it, or what a RIB costs. Routes, departure points, timings and prices are not published on this page, so ask each operator directly. For a honeymoon trip or a party on the water, describe what you have in mind and confirm what is included before booking.