Jeep Safari
Mountain villages, dirt tracks and the Crete tourists never see
The Jeep Safari is the fastest way to understand why Cretans say the real island begins where the asphalt ends. You climb from the coast into villages where the bakery still fires a wood oven, cross plateaus grazed by sheep with bells, and stop at viewpoints no tour bus can reach.
Groups stay small, the pace is unhurried, and the guide is a local who will stop the convoy because the light on a gorge is worth ten minutes of your day.
The classic routes on Crete run either east to the Lasithi Plateau and the Zeus Cave, or south towards Sarakina and the Kourtaliotiko gorges - we match the route to the weather and to how much walking you want.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 4x4 vehicle with an experienced local driver-guide
- Traditional taverna lunch
- Water on board
- All road and site fees along the route
Not included
- Meals and drinks unless stated above
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Optional entrance tickets
- Gratuities for your guide and driver
Pickup information
Pickup from hotels in Heraklion, Hersonissos, Malia, Stalis, Analipsi and Agios Nikolaos. Exact time confirmed by WhatsApp the evening before.
What to bring
- Closed shoes for the walking sections
- A light jacket - mountains are cooler than the coast
- Swimwear and a towel
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Camera - the viewpoints deserve it
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Getting around
Book an SUV or hybrid crossover for the rest of your week - mountain asphalt is steep and a little extra power pays off.
See the fleetFrequently asked questions
Is the Jeep Safari suitable for children?
Yes. Families join every week. Very young children may find the dirt tracks bumpy over a full day - tell us their ages and we will advise honestly.
Do I drive the Jeep myself?
No. An experienced local driver handles the off-road sections so you can enjoy the scenery.
Can I do this with my rental car instead?
No. Rental agreements in Crete, including ours, forbid unsealed roads. That is exactly why the Jeep Safari exists.
What if the weather is bad?
Mountain routes are weather-dependent. If conditions are unsafe we move you to another date or refund in full.
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