Animal Encounter Days in Heraklion

Compare 8 animal encounter days in Heraklion, with prices from €92. Free cancellation on most bookings.

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JKTL07·2026-07-17· ★ 5.0

Catamaran Sailing Cruise to Dia Island with Drinks and Meal

Awesome!!

What an awesome day! We paid €294 for 4 people. Well worth it. We got picked up from hotel at 7.50am, one stop off for 2 more people and at marina in 45 mins. The catamaran was amazing and we got seats on the front deck. It was a beautiful sail towards Dia island which is about an hour. The staff were so lovely and friendly the whole trip. All inclusive drinks, beer, wine or soft drinks. When we got to dia island the sea was so clear. We stayed there for 3 hrs, jumped off the boat, explored, you can walk the island. Take beach shoes! And go to the beautiful church that looks epic! You can also snorkel or fish and i went on a paddle board for the first time. Loved it! And all had a laugh watching me and others fall off. Lunch was plenty of prawn pasta and salad and was awesome. We do a boat trip on most holidays and this was one of my favourites!

968kyriakim·2026-06-16· ★ 5.0

Mount Juktas Safari: Cave, Distillery & Animal Park

The most perfect day!!

We LOVED our tour! We saw so much of Crete. The guide was amazing and so informative (and patient) with our group. We had a great time. I would definitely recommend this tour. We will be back!! Thank you, Sifis!!! ❤️❤️❤️

667martijnb·2025-09-09· ★ 5.0

Experience a 4 Hours Modern Via Ferrata

Unforgettable Climb with Stunning Views and an Outstanding Guide

A few years ago, I did a Via Ferrata in Peru. My son Taino did one a month ago in Switzerland, and my son Kylian did one last year in Spain along the coast. But this Via Ferrata exceeded all our expectations and previous experiences. Our guide, Stelios Asmargianakis, picked us up punctually at 6:30 in the morning and drove us safely for an hour and a half to the place where we would start climbing. The guide was not only extremely friendly, polite, and helpful, but also very experienced. He gave clear instructions and accompanied us throughout the entire Via Ferrata. The route began with a descent, which was fairly easy. After about 20 minutes of going down, we reached an ascending section with breathtaking views. Then, there was a short traverse on a steep part of the mountain. Although it looked impressive and a bit scary (the ground was 200 meters below us), it was not difficult to do the traverse safely under the watchful eye of our guide, Stelios. After the traverse, the route continued vertically. The views were absolutely beautiful and impressive, and the Via Ferrata was well maintained. In short, this trip was a milestone in our lives, even though we have already done many adventurous activities: from deep-sea diving in Aruba and white-water rafting in Ecuador to paragliding in Peru and canyoning in Costa Rica. This Via Ferrata is highly recommended, and the guide is knowledgeable and very friendly.

Frequently asked questions

How much should I budget for animal encounter days in Heraklion?
Plan on €94 to €171 per adult, which covers half of the 8 options on this page. The cheapest is the Mount Juktas Safari: Cave, Distillery & Animal Park at €92.
Do animal encounter days in Heraklion have free cancellation?
Almost all do. 88% of the options on this page can be cancelled for a full refund, and each experience page shows the exact deadline.
Can I book animal encounter days in Heraklion in my language?
English is the most common, offered by 8 experiences, followed by Greek, Modern, French, Dutch and German. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
Do any experiences include pickup from my hotel?
Seven experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Mount Juktas Safari: Cave, Distillery & Animal Park. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Do I get my tickets immediately?
With 6 of the 8 experiences, yes: the mobile voucher arrives by email as soon as you book.
Which tour do travellers rate highest?
The 5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch is rated 4.8 from 1,284 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
Are there any short options?
None take less than 2 hours. Most last about 6 hours.

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