Cretan Cephalanthera (Cephalanthera cucullata)

Spring has sprung

Immerse yourself into the wildlife of Crete

private tour

destination

mountain regions of Crete

dates

March to June

+ Additional dates upon request

activity profile

family
80%
adventure
80%
active
50%
nature
100%
culinary
50%

Summary

What’s special about Cretan wildlife? 

Crete is home to a very diverse biodiversity, including over 300 birds and 1,800 plants, many of which can be found nowhere else on earth. The Cretan mountains are home to a big part of this exceptional biodiversity. In an area of unspoiled nature, we will experience the authentic, diverse landscape shaped by the mountains of Crete. If you are looking for a quick introduction to the mountain wildlife of Crete, look no further.

 

Gyps fulvus pair
Person collecting herbs under an old olive tree

What will I do on this tour?

On this tour, we will hike on mountain paths to explore the local flora that is in full bloom during springtime, and we will look up to the skies to observe the native and migratory bird fauna of Crete. During the tour, we will identify several flowers, herbs and birds of Crete, we will find ourselves at vantage points with 360 views, and we will take time to visit a picturesque village for a pit stop and a leisurely stroll. At the end of the day, we will head back home full of mental images of encounters with the wildlife of Crete.

Highlights & info

  • Discover many unique plants and birds of Crete
  • Experience the diverse natural landscape of the island
  • Walk in areas where people and nature have coexisted for thousands of years
Calendulas in front of a Minoan tomb

meeting point

  Heraklion or Rethymno

difficulty

easy

duration

09:00 – 16:00 (7 h)

walking distance

  20' - 45' walks

languages

English

ascent / descent

  0 m / 0 m

group size

1 - 6 persons
The yellow viola fragrans species within a junction of roots

Make this tour your own

This tour will be offered privately to your group. We will be happy to adapt this experience to any special needs or interests that you may have. Please tell us more about your dream tour!

 

Contact

Haris Saslis

Tour responsible