
Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion worth booking?
Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion is a 7-hour experience in Chania, Greece, from $34 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (13)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $34 per person
Damnoni Beach & Boat to Preveli Our first stop is Damnoni Beach, a beautiful seaside destination with golden sand and turquoise waters. From here, you will board a boat for a 20-minute scenic ride along the coastline to Preveli Beach, one of Crete’s most famous and exotic beaches. Preveli Beach Known for its unique palm forest and the breathtaking river that flows into the sea, Preveli Beach is a must-visit destination. You will have 2.5 hours of free time to swim in the crystal-clear waters, walk along the river, or simply relax in this tropical-like paradise. Return to Damnoni After enjoying Preveli, we take the boat back to Damnoni Beach, where you will have another 2.5 hours of free time. Here, you can swim, sunbathe, or enjoy a meal at one of the local seaside tavernas.
What you get
About this experience
Damnoni Beach & Boat to Preveli Our first stop is Damnoni Beach, a beautiful seaside destination with golden sand and turquoise waters. From here, you will board a boat for a 20-minute scenic ride along the coastline to Preveli Beach, one of Crete’s most famous and exotic beaches. Preveli Beach Known for its unique palm forest and the breathtaking river that flows into the sea, Preveli Beach is a must-visit destination. You will have 2.5 hours of free time to swim in the crystal-clear waters, walk along the river, or simply relax in this tropical-like paradise. Return to Damnoni After enjoying Preveli, we take the boat back to Damnoni Beach, where you will have another 2.5 hours of free time. Here, you can swim, sunbathe, or enjoy a meal at one of the local seaside tavernas.
What's included
Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Lunch
- Boat ticket
- Boat ticket (Adult), Preveli Beach
What you'll see and do
Damnoni Beach
You will take there the boat which will bring you to the palm beach. Then, when you will come back, you will have free time (2 hours) on that beach in order to have a lunch or to continue to swim.
120 minutes here
Preveli Beach
You will arrive on the palm beach by boat. You will have there about 3h free time having a walk along the river under the palm trees , swimming under the sea or enjoying a coffee on the beach...
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Pick-Up From Panormos area
Pick-Up from your hotel / accomondation in Panormos area Pickup included
Pick-Up from Rethymnon area
Pick-Up from your hotel / accomondation in Rethymnon area Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Checkin Creta Travel
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Thank you Anny
Thank you Anny for your advice, your kindness, your cheerfulness, your friendliness, your availability, for everything.... We went on 2 excursions. Looking forward to crossing paths with you one day on a future trip.
Response from the operator: Merci beaucoup pour votre magnifique commentaire ! Nous sommes ravis d'apprendre que vous avez apprécié vos deux excursions ainsi que l'accueil et l'accompagnement d'Anny. Votre satisfaction est notre plus belle récompense. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau lors d'un prochain séjour en Crète. À très bientôt !
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Very disappointing customer service
Very disappointing customer service We booked a tour to Prevali Beach for three people. Due to strong winds, the boat trip was cancelled, which was completely understandable and not the company's fault. The tour guide, Nicholas, was professional, friendly, and explained the situation clearly. He refunded the €13 boat fee and told us to visit the agency to receive the remaining €25 per person. The experience at the agency was completely different. The staff member, Anny, provided some of the CHECK IN CRETE travel agency worst customer service I have ever experienced. We explained that we were leaving Crete early the next morning and simply needed the refund we had been instructed to collect. Instead of helping us, she repeatedly asked if we wanted to book another tour, despite us clearly explaining that this was impossible. She then spent a long time on the phone and ignored us for around 30 minutes. It was extremely hot inside the office, yet she never offered us a seat, even though there was a bench occupied only by her own bag. We felt completely dismissed and treated as if our time did not matter. When we told her that the customer service was very poor, she accused us of shouting. We were not shouting - we were becoming frustrated after being ignored for so long while simply trying to receive the refund we were entitled to. Only after we firmly insisted did she finally process the refund. Nicholas, the tour guide, deserves recognition for his professionalism and kindness. Unfortunately, our positive impression of the tour was overshadowed by the unacceptable behaviour at the agency. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously and improves the customer service, because no customer should be treated this way.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry that you left with this impression, as our goal is always to provide the best possible service to every customer, even when unexpected situations such as weather-related cancellations occur. However, we would like to clarify a few important points. At the time you visited our office, our colleague was already assisting other customers. As with any customer service business, all guests are served in the order of their arrival, and during busy periods some waiting time is unfortunately unavoidable. In addition, no member of our staff is authorized to issue refunds independently. According to our company policy, every refund must first be approved by our head office before it can be processed. This procedure applies equally to every customer and is in place to ensure that all financial transactions are handled correctly and transparently. The time required was therefore not due to a lack of willingness to assist you, but because our colleague was following the company's mandatory procedures. We completely understand that you were leaving Crete the following morning and appreciate that waiting was frustrating. However, our employee could not bypass the required approval process, regardless of the circumstances. Despite the pressure of serving other customers at the same time, your refund was processed as soon as the necessary authorization was received. We are pleased to read your kind words about Nicholas and will certainly pass on your compliments to him. At the same time, we believe it is only fair to recognize that our office staff were carrying out their responsibilities in accordance with company procedures while assisting multiple customers. We regret that your final impression was affected by the waiting time, but we respectfully disagree with the suggestion that our staff acted unprofessionally. We remain committed to treating every customer fairly, following the same procedures for everyone, and continuously improving the quality of our service.
via Tripadvisor
Must see!
We did the tour with Andreas. Since my parents do not speak English, it was worth its weight in gold that he speaks fluent German. The ride was informative and a lot of fun. The beaches on site are a dream anyway. Great recommendation!
Response from the operator: Liebe Özlem, vielen Dank für Ihre tolle Bewertung und die netten Worte! Es freut uns sehr, dass Ihnen die Tour mit Andreas so gut gefallen hat. Besonders schön zu hören ist, dass seine Deutschkenntnisse Ihren Eltern geholfen haben, die Tour entspannt und in vollen Zügen zu genießen. Preveli und Damnoni sind wirklich wunderschöne Orte, und wir freuen uns, dass Sie die Strände und die gesamte Erfahrung genießen konnten. Vielen Dank für Ihre Empfehlung – wir würden uns freuen, Sie und Ihre Familie bald wieder begrüßen zu dürfen! Herzliche Grüße
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Amazing experience!
We arrived in Crete hoping to visit to the maximum and what a pleasure when our paths crossed with Anny!!! An angel in the middle of Crete! Anny is a very friendly person who advised us very well and offered great excursions. (She has a very varied choice and offers us what is best for our desires). The price / quality ratio is very interesting I strongly recommend it if you are close to the city of Rethymnon. (Skaleta) PS: she is a native of France and speaks very good French 😉
Response from the operator: Merci beaucoup pour vos magnifiques mots ! 🥰 Nous sommes ravis que votre expérience en Crète ait été si spéciale et que les propositions d’Anny vous aient permis de découvrir ses endroits préférés. Nous espérons vous revoir bientôt pour encore plus d’excursions inoubliables ! 🌞🌸
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Thanks to checkin Creta, Anny and Kevin for his 3 great excursions. Located 200m from the hotel.
Anny and Kevin are super nice speaking French and English. Very good advice I highly recommend
Response from the operator: Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire chaleureux ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié vos excursions avec Anny et Kevin. Ils seront très heureux de savoir que leurs conseils et leur gentillesse ont rendu votre séjour encore plus agréable. Au plaisir de vous revoir bientôt en Crète pour de nouvelles découvertes ! 🌸
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Checkin Creta Travel, who run 6 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.2.
See everything Checkin Creta Travel runsWhy this scores 66
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Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chania.
How much does Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion cost?
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Prices start at $34 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chania usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chania is not rushed.
Is Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chania, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chania can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chania and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chania within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chania?
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On Outty we rank every Chania experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cretan Safari – 4x4 Adventure to Preveli Beach with Lunch, Elafonisi & Falasarna Small Group Tour from Chania w/snacks, Half-Day Rethymno Quad Safari. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chania?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chania?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion?
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Included: In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Lunch; Boat ticket; and Boat ticket (Adult), Preveli Beach. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 256 listed pickup locations in and around Chania. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion offered in?
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It is offered in German, English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion?
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Across 13 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Preveli palm Beach & Damnoni Excursion?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Pick-Up From Panormos area, Pick-Up from Rethymnon area. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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