Off Road Driving Experience · Malia
How to choose
10 off-road tours run out of Malia, from 75 € to 450 €, covering half-day to full-day formats. The entry point is straightforward: half-day options (75 €) suit anyone short on time, while full-day routes (83,95 €) push deeper into Crete's interior, tackling gorges, plateaus and remote southern coastlines. Most tours are rated "Everybody welcome", meaning no prior off-road experience required. The Safari Experts Crete Psiloritis and private 4x4 tours carry an "Occasionally sporty" rating, making them the step up for those who want rougher terrain and more physical engagement. Budget pick: start at 75 € with Go Crete Safari. Maximum intensity: the Psiloritis trails at 92 € or the private guided 4x4 at 450 €. The deciding factor is simple: if you want raw mountain terrain over a full day, go for the Psiloritis route. If you want a private vehicle and total flexibility, the 450 € option is the only one that delivers it.
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Our picks
Best value entry point
Half-day Jeep Safari to Elounda from Malia near Hersonissos in Crete
At 75 €, this half-day Elounda route with Go Crete Safari is the lowest price on the list and open to everyone, no experience needed.
Most intense terrain
Jeep Off-Road Tour around Psiloritis Trails from Malia in Crete
The Safari Experts Crete Psiloritis Trails tour is the only full-day route rated 'Occasionally sporty', tackling the most rugged mountain terrain in Crete at 92 €.
Best for groups wanting a full day
Jeep Adventure on Agiofarao Route from Malia near Hersonissos in Crete
The Agiofarao Route with Go Crete Safari runs a full day at 95 €, guided in 5 languages, and is the top-priced group option before crossing into private territory.
Best private experience
Private Guided 4x4 Tour around East Crete: Milatos Cave, Plaka, Elounda, and Agios Nikolaos
At 450 €, this private guided 4x4 tour from Safari Experts Crete covers Milatos Cave, Plaka, Elounda and Agios Nikolaos with a dedicated vehicle and guide.
Frequently asked questions
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Practical info
Season
All year
Coordinates
35.2787°N, 25.4580°EEquipment
Wear closed-toe shoes and light, flexible clothing you don't mind getting dusty. Full-day routes (up to 6h or more) across Crete's interior call for sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and at least 1.5 litres of water per person.
Getting there
All tours depart from Malia: Go Crete Safari meets at Dominikou Theotokopoulou 12, Malia 700 07, and Safari Experts Crete at Agiou Georgiou, Malia 700 07, roughly 35 km east of Heraklion along the northern coastal road.
See also
Other activities in Malia
Updated on 3 March 2026