CHANIA · CRETE
The standouts on this list.
The 10 standout Jeep & 4x4 Safari Tours on offer in Chania — what each one actually involves, who runs it, and what it costs.
4x4 Land Rover safari from Rethymno to Preveli palm beach, gorges, and villages, with lunch and unlimited wine included.
“Our guide Dionysus was wonderful. He is very knowledgeable. He took us to all the right spots and gave a great background. He has the perfect attitude.”
Four hours on a quad through Crete’s north-coast back roads, with a dam lake cafe, Prassano Gorge, and views over Rethymno.
“So much fun, one of the highlights of our trip.. The views are amazing.. some of the terrain is really rough but this was our first time and we can't stop talking about it”
Jeep up to Balos viewpoints and down to Falassarna’s reserved sunbeds, with lunch and pickup from Chania.
“We had a wonderful time! Everything was perfect. We loved having lounge chairs waiting when we arrived at the beach, the lunch was very good and a lot of food. I also loved our guide Nickolas he was a lot of fun and had a lot of excellent information about the area. I would highly…”
Chania wine and olive oil safari by 4WD: St John’s Cave, Vouves olive tree, Anoskeli tastings, and a gorge-view Cretan lunch.
“George was terrific! He gave us lots of information about the island and it’s history. The rest of our stay on the island we kept telling our friends ( who were unable to go on the excursion) about different things we had learned from George. We enjoyed all stops- the hermit’s cave, the olive oil…”
Jeep tour from Chania to Elafonisi and Milia Mountain Retreat, with reserved beach loungers, Cretan lunch, and small-group comfort.
“This should be a must on everyone’s bucket list! It was perfect from start to finish! Our guide Niko was prompt for pick-up time and very informative. He shared important history and cultural points about Crete. The beach was beautiful and relaxing! The tour reserves front row umbrella and chairs, which were much appreciated! On…”
Polaris Buggy safari from Rethymno with hotel pickup, off-road views on Mt. Maroulas, Potami Dam Lake coffee stop, Prassies snack, 4 hours.
“Vety nice track. Friendly and professional team. Very good condition of vicles. Incredible experience, viewspots and pictures.”
White Mountains 4x4 safari from Chania with Mitato shepherd hut, photo stops, and a filling Cretan lunch on the way back through Therisso Gorge.
“Crete is beautiful. The trip is OK but you spend a lot of time inside the 4x4. The guide is knowledgeable. If you get stuck in the back of the vehicle for the duration it makes the trip less appealing as you see less, hear less, and get pretty banged up as the Jeep does…”
Private Jeep safari from Chania with the 3,000-year Vouves olive tree, Anoskeli tastings, Samaria lunch, and White Mountains views.
“Vasileios was knowledgeable, a fantastic driver and a gracious host. We had an adventurous drive up the unpaved winding road to the top of the White Mountains. We enjoyed a plentiful and delicious meal at the beautiful restaurant overlooking the gorge and summit of the mountain.”
Semi-private 4x4 sunset safari in Chania with off-road mountain trails, village stops, and a family meze dinner with local wine.
“Our tour guide Michael was absolutely amazing from the second he picked us up. His knowledge of the local area and history was brilliant. The trip itself was exciting and informative. The sunset at the top of the mountain was beautiful, and then our meze in the little village was lovely. Highly recommend!”
Private Jeep tour to Balos Lagoon from Chania with chairs, snacks, early beach time, and panoramic lunch. Expect a tough hike.
“Amazing day! Andreas is so well organized, punctual, and informative. The whole day is well planned from hotel pickup, to a coffee stop, chairs and snacks for the lagoon, and lunch afterwards. Make sure to wear athletic shoes for the hike down and out. The view from the top is not to be missed and…”
