The 18 km hike starts in Xyloskalo. You will discover a wide variety of fauna and flora, much of which is unique and found exclusively on this island, and you see the Kri-Kri, the wild Cretan goat.
The ever-changing view and the wonderful scent of pinewood and Cretan Herbs make this walk, which is rocky at some points, a wonderful experience and make all the effort worthwhile.
The isolated, deserted village of Samaria makes the ideal place for a rest before you continue to the 'Iron Gates', the point where the canyon walls are so close that they almost touch each other. Enjoy the fantastic rock formations and take advantage of this unique chance to taste the fresh , cold spring water.
The walk ends at the small fishing village of Ayia Roumeli, with plenty of tavernas for you to enjoy a tasty meal and that well-earned drink. Relax on the beach and cool off in the turquoise waters of the Libyan Sea.
Posted By : andrego5
Where to start!! It needs a warning! This is not a “walk” (don’t think it’s a gentle amble in a Gorge). It’s a trial, it’s hard and the whole day is an endurance. Having said that, it’s an achievement. We were picked up at 04:40, then proceeded 5 hours of pick ups and travel. Once you arrive at the Gorge it’s down hill for several km (which sounds ok, but the pressure on your calf and toes is tough), not a single step is without potential slip or accident, you can’t really look about as every step has to be considered due to rocks, uneven ground, gorge edge). Each stop for photos is as quick as possible, due to time pressures. If you don’t get to boat on time there’s no other way back. Saw 2 injuries dealt with by park rangers sited along the route. We walked steadily and without break for 5-5 1/2 hrs. (We had a hour and a half time grace before boat deadline - well done us!). Boat trip pleasant (good to see other hobblers and not feel like the only non pro hiker ). Back for 4-4 1/2 coach trip home. Stop at same pit stop for a €3 pitta. A tip to organizers - we had upset passengers over coach seating. If you want them to keep their seat for duration of trip - tell them!
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Posted On : 2023-09-13 03:55:35 
Posted By : Mariia K
Stunning views. It definitely worth to go. In general I liked it, made amazing photos. It was a bit hot downside the george, so it's importnant not to forget to refill the bottle.
+Nice nature. There is a beach after walk, where you can swim, if you finish a bit earlier.
-Guide perfectly speaks at least 5 languages.
-I would prefer if a guide would be with us during the whole walk. Sometimes I felt lost and couldn't enjoy the beautifulness of George. Personally I went to tour, not on my own, because I travelled alone.
-We couldn't find the guide after the walk, although we had to take our boat tickets. She came just 10 min before the boat left.
-Guide said us we would be able to buy some food when we stopped, but it's only sandwiches. I would take some food with me for the walk. After the walk there are good taverns where you can buy good food.
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Posted On : 2023-09-03 03:27:14
Posted By : Paul_H
Thank you so much for a truly stunning day the tour guide was fabulous so knowledgeable and help myself personally as I fainted in the heat she deserved so much credit I just wish I remembered her name as you can imagine I was very discombobulated thank you again
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Posted On : 2023-07-30 18:54:25 
Posted By : ymantas_B
Zero co-operation from tour provider. It has no intention to solve the problems which happened or is happening starting from the booking.
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Posted On : 2023-05-04 09:10:26
Posted By : MAatthewp11
Fabulous scenery in a beautiful gorge- it isn't an easy walk but well worth the effort. We are fit 50 somethings and nearing the end of the walk we were tiring...still have aching calves 2 days later! It's an unaccompanied walk- you basically go at your own pace until the end. Take lots of snacks etc
The guide Maritza gave lots of information on the coach about timings of where to be on the walk in order to finish and ferry timings...it was all a bit chaotic at the port as she had bought the ferry tickets but didn't distribute until 10 minutes before the ferry left! You can buy your tickets to the gorge on line which saves time joining the long queue. There are a couple of stops on the way which offer food at reasonable prices and clean toilets. The toilets in the gorge are 'ling drop' and not for the feint hearted!
We joined the tour at 04.30 in sissi and arrived back at our hotel at 23.10!! Bare this in mind....it's a very long day
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Posted On : 2022-10-13 02:18:49
Posted By : Cecile_E
It's a amazing experience.the beautiful place. The wall is a little hard but worth it . The guide is excellent.
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Posted On : 2021-09-26 12:35:07
Posted By : hollywood_9
Absolutely fantastic service provided by this company facilitating my hike through the wonderful Samaria gorge. Our guide for this trip was Manos and I could not have been more happy with the service he provided me. All in all I cannot recommend this company highly enough.
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Posted On : 2021-07-25 14:23:54
