Zorbas boat Crete – information: Boat trip and snorkelling: With a traditional Greek fishing boat we depart from the harbour of Hersonissos. The boat drops anchor in the bay of Agios Georgios, where you can cool off in the sea or use the available snorkel sets to have a look in the cave. After the swimming break we continue along the coastline of Crete to Stalis Island. Here the boat stops again so you can go snorkelling or swimming. After this stop the boat goes back tot he harbor of Hersonissos. Lunch is not included.

Apartments: On the page you find the description of our apartments and holiday homes.

Excursions: This page gives a lot of information about the excursions during your holidays on Crete.

Crete News: On this page, we give updates of all our activities in Crete. We upload our weblogs during summer and winter.

Holiday information

Stable and warm

No surprises this week, just good news! We will stay between 26°C and 28°C. The shifting wind ensures that lovely, salty sea air blows over Kokkini Hani. Enjoy it!

The shortest route to the sun

Do you want to go to Crete without the stress of planning? Our package deals are the ideal solution. Flight and accommodation seamlessly connected, so you can relax from the very first minute.

Spicy May walks

In May, Crete smells of wild thyme and sage. Nature is at its most beautiful and the sun is already wonderfully warm, but not yet too hot. Will you come and admire this sea of ​​flowers yourself at Zorbas Island? Be quick!

The taste of Zorbas at home

Do you miss Greek cuisine? Our carefully produced olive oil is now available to order everywhere. With an acidity of 0.3, this is absolute top class. Ideal for drizzling over a salad or simply dipping with some bread.

At the village Kounavi there is a three aisled Byzantine church dedicated to the Transfiguration of Christ, Saint Nicholas and Saint Demetrius, which is the central church of the village, but not the patron saint. This temple is unique as it has five domes, one large in the center and four smaller around it. According to tradition it was built by five unmarried sisters.
Jeep safaris on Crete. Join Zorbas Island for an unforgetable experience. Go with jeeps to the inland of Crete and see the real Crete
In May, Crete smells of wild thyme and sage. Nature is at its most beautiful and the sun is already wonderfully warm, but not yet too hot. Will you come and admire this sea of ​​flowers yourself at Zorbas Island?
The Old Venetian Bridge of Preveli is a historic 18th-century stone arch bridge located near the Kato (Lower) Preveli Monastery in southern Crete, spanning the Megalopotamos River (Great River). It is a popular, picturesque landmark often used as a starting point for hiking to the famous Preveli Palm Beach
Breakfast at the sea side in the sun. Enjoy a nice breakfast while the sun rises.
There is a great variety of walks on Crete: walking tours through Greek villages, impressive mountain and gorge hikes on Crete or walking through the olive groves and fields on Crete.

Summer Season 2026: Book Your Holiday Now!

We are open from April 1st to November 15th, 2026. Discover our new Flight + Accommodation packages for the May, summer, and autumn holidays.


Zorbas Island 2026 Crete Greece Newsletter: your holiday in Crete in 2026 – The new Zorbas Island programme: dear holidaymaker, we are delighted to present the first details of our brand new programme for 2026! At Zorbas Island, everything revolves around an unforgettable holiday on beautiful Crete.

Holiday Crete 2026 agenda – Agenda Zorbas Island, Crete – Season 2026: our new agenda is ready with the excursions for 2026, including many new excursions. You are probably curious about the activities we will be organising at Zorbas in the coming year, and this agenda provides an overview of all the activities that will interest you.

Holiday information Crete Zorbas Island: Apartment rentals and accommodation on Crete for most of the year. The right place for family apartments and holiday homes, all your excursions and cheap flights to Crete. A comprehensive overview of the latest holiday news from Crete, including lots of photos. Crete is the southernmost holiday island in Europe.

To give you an impression about your holiday at Zorbas Island on Crete, we created a short “Zorbas Island” Movie for you: If you got 5 minutes for holidays to Crete.

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