• Reaching Balos by boat is easy, relaxing, and completely stress-free.
• Off-road access by car is not covered. Boat trips are safer and contract-compliant.
• Rent with AUTOWAY for insured, scenic drives to the port and beyond.

Balos is beautiful. Not by car though! 

Balos Lagoon is stunning, but the route there by car isn’t. The last stretch is a rough, unpaved road, classified as “off-road,” meaning off asphalt. This matters because AUTOWAY rentals, like all in Crete, are not insured on these surfaces. We’re not an insurance provider ourselves, we follow what our insurers allow.

Why Off-Road Matters more than you think

If something happens on the road to Balos, whether it’s a flat tire or a stuck vehicle, tow trucks can’t reach you. The area is remote and inaccessible for recovery services. That’s why going there by car breaches our rental contract. Not because we want to limit your trip, but because no support is available if things go wrong. Our Rental Policy explains this clearly: Rental Policy.

Cruise there instead, relaxation from start to finish

With the full-day boat trip to Balos and Gramvousa, you enjoy the best of Balos without the risk. You board in Kissamos, sail across the bay, and arrive refreshed. Swim, relax, or explore Gramvousa Island’s old fortress—no hiking down dusty hills or climbing back up exhausted. Just a memorable beach day, made simple.

Reach the boat with ease in an AUTOWAY rental

Drive from Chania to Kissamos on paved roads in a clean, reliable AUTOWAY rental. Our cars are fully insured for all approved routes, and booking is fast and secure. Unsure what size car you need? Here’s an honest answer about small cars in Crete. Parking in Chania before or after your cruise? Here are your best options, free and paid.

Explore even more with your rental
Your boat trip is just the start. Afterward, drive out for dinner by the sea or plan a scenic hike. For inspiration, read our guide to a self-guided hiking day from Chania. With More Than 3000 Reviews, travelers trust AUTOWAY for the freedom to do more with confidence.


Honestly
Avoid off-road risk and enjoy the beauty of Balos the right way. Book your Car Rental with AUTOWAY at www.autoway.gr and cruise to Crete’s top destinations, safely, comfortably, and with full peace of mind.