destinations
inland, coastal and urban areas of Cretedates
March to MayAdditional dates upon request
activity profile
Summary
What’s special about wildlife holidays on Crete?
Located at the south-easternmost point of Europe, Crete is a natural experiment; a small piece of land created by powerful forces of nature. Right at the union of the African and the Eurasian tectonic plates, the island has been created by their continuous pressures distributed unevenly along the rift. In a close distance from three continents (Europe, Asia, Africa), differing in terms of climate, fauna, flora and culture, Crete has been widely affected by these influences. In addition, the isolation provided by the sea and the high mountain-ranges of the island make Crete a unique arc of civilisations, geology, wildlife and cultures.
What will I do on this tour?
On this tour, we invite you to explore and interact with the wildlife and culture of the island. During your wildlife holidays on Crete, we will visit a variety of ecosystems, including gorges, high mountain ranges, plateaus, lakes and rivers, coastal areas, cliffs and olive groves. We will encounter some of the many plants and birds of Crete, visit ancient historic trees and take part in seasonal activities in local communities. We will experience a wide range of fine Cretan cuisine and wines and explore Crete’s longstanding and diverse cultural history. There will also be opportunities for swimming and relaxation.
Highlights & info
- Visit Crete’s high diversity of ecosystems, including: Gorges, high mountain ranges, plateaus, caves, lakes and rivers, coastal areas and cliffs, islets, olive groves and vineyards
- View migratory bird along migration routes of Eastern Europe towards North, as well as the wide variety of raptors of the island
- Encounter high plant diversity of about 1800 species growing on Crete, 10% of which are endemic
- See butterflies, insects, reptiles and more
- Walk among ancient historic trees
- Be part of local communities and seasonal activities
- Taste a wide range of fine Cretan culinary products and spirits
- Experience Crete’s long and diverse cultural history
- Swimming and relax along the way
group size
2 - 8 persons
difficulty
easyduration
5 days (4 nights) with extension optionwalking distances
flexiblelanguages
English
ascent / descent
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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!
