Dia Island

Dia Island is the only island situated off shore from Heraklion, its beautiful bays with crystal clear water, tavern, cafe, beach bar, water sports make it an ideal visiting area.

Let's get acquainted to what Jacque Yves Cousteau discovered in 1976 on Dia (Zeus) Island while searching for the lost Atlantis, with the boats Dia is a beautiful uninhabited island just 6.5 nautical miles from Heraklion (Gouves).

   
A protected area for many years, Dia is an oasis for the wild goats Kri-Kri. Devote a day and experience an unforgettable cruise, discovering the remains of a sunken ancient Minoan harbour. The adventure begins with a west-European type breakfast and you arrive at the beach of Agios Giorgios where to begin exploring Dia island and enjoy a wonderful swim in the crystal green-blue waters. Then sail towards the gulf of Panagia where you will taste delicious Greek cuisine on board. This will be followed by a lot of fun and amusement with plenty of dancing, snorkelling, fishing and many surprises. If you wish you can enjoy water sports such as banana and rings, and why not, the trip around Dia or a fishing trip with our speedboat. What's more experience Greek hospitality and the real excitement of the Greek cruise. When the trip comes to it's end, try the traditional Cretan drink Raki with fruit.