Are you visiting Crete and interested in visiting the Kourtaliotiko gorge waterfalls? In this blog I give you all the information you need on how to get to the Kourtaliotiko gorge waterfalls (both from above and below – the famous swim spot).
Nestled in the heart of Crete, the Kourtaliotiko Gorge is a breathtaking natural wonder that promises an unforgettable experience for every traveler. With its towering cliffs, lush vegetation, and the mesmerizing sound of cascading water, the gorge is a testament to nature’s grandeur. But the true gem of this location? The enchanting waterfalls. It is 100% one of my favorite places of magical Crete island.
The Kourtaliotiko Gorge is conveniently located between the towns of Rethymno and Agia Galini. Here’s how you can get there:
When reaching the Kourtaliotiko Gorge, you need to park on the little parking lot near the ‘Church of St. Nicholas the Kourtaliotiko‘. It is best to put this location in your Google Maps on approach. There, the magic truly begins.
You can see what the hike to the waterfalls looks like in my Tiktok vlog below:
@tzatchickie I HAD to visit one of my favorite places of Crete again: the 📍 Kourtaliotiko gorge. Oh boy what a fairytale spot and it just never dissapoints. Going into the 10c water is so worth it!! I hope youre enjoing my daily vlogs 😇. #crete #kourtaliotiko #kourtaliotikogorge #rethymno #cretegreece #dailyvlog #travelvlog #greecetravel #greece #kreta #creta #cretetips #greecetrip #greecetips #tzatchickie
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The problem with most guided tours that say ‘they go to the Kourtaliotiko gorge’ is that they stop for so little time that you can only make it to the waterfalls viewpoint (from above) and back, and not to the swim spot.
This is the only semi-private tour with transfer from the Plakias area that is currently available. Which includes trekking through a larger part of the gorge.
Thank you for reading this short blog on visiting the Kourtaliotiko Gorge waterfalls in Crete. I hope it helped you and I wish you enjoy your time in Crete!
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